FCTM Flashcards
Who is responsible for above and below on TCAS?
Pm
What is cue to start the “before start checklist”?
Finishing the performance data steps
What are the 4 things required before pushback ?
C - ELF
Cabin ready
Engineering
Loadsheet
Fuel
Pm can auto start flow when ENG and ATC clearance given.
What is proper order for flight controls check?
L R FWD AFT
Before take off checklist, take off data, what is proper response?
RWY 07R
J2 (intersection should be verbalised)
Valid
Who holds the brakes in engine Run up on the runway?
PF
Rotation technique?
Towards 15 degrees, but follow flight director
If putting rings around airports in busy area, how far apart should these diversion airports be?
400 nm apart if possible
(Example: Japan, Europe)
How to calculate turn radius?
3 * Mach
Approx 25nm in cruise
Programming escape route in RTE 2, beware of?
Do not program escape route behind an arrival, because waypoints may not sequence properly.
What can PM do automatically at the 5 above call?
Cabin crew be seated for landing
Bring up landing checklist
(Tick off first item when appropriate)
What is required in order to arm the APP?
Clearance
Ils identified (verbalise)
Pointers showing (no need for correct)
Waypoints correct sequence
(If only cleared for loc, do not arm app)
Below which altitude should hands be in thrust and controls?
2500’ AGL (as much as poss)
1000’RA hands on thrust and control, until main gear touch down.
FLCH not allowed below which alt?
1000’ AGL
How do you call for landing checklist?
F25/F30 Landing checklist
How do you call for landing checklist?
F25/F30 Landing Checklist
RET turn off speeds?
ICAO (Hong Kong) = 50 knots
(30 degree angle)
Others = 35 knots
(No tiller input above 30 knots)
(Valid for dry and wet runway)
Do you need to wait for chocks in to call Shutdown checklist?
No.
Not on 777
A7.10.1
Periods of significant flight deck work load, what can Captain do to optimise task management and workload?
Make FO the PF
For the equipment cooling override checklist. What is definition of low altitude and low cabin differential pressure?
Below 9000’ and 3.4 PSI
(Above these values, no need to rush approach)
Min requirement when get Fuel imbalance message?
Read condition statement
Do EFC
Override checklist
When do we set QNH in rapid descent?
As soon as received, to avoid missing it later
A-7.12.8
When can cabin crew resume duties after Depress?
Below F140
(Same for Pax)
So consider making normal PA and instructing everyone that oxygen no longer required.
Events requiring a maintenance inspection may include?
Give IOC/Maint a heads up before arrival.
Hard landing
Or suspected hard landing
Bounced landing
Overweight landing (hard or not?)
High drag side load event (see desc)
Severe turb
Over speed flap slat, mmo etc.
High energy stop
Lightning strike
Extreme dust
Tail strike
If in doubt, report it.
Can you use synoptic displays for diagnosis?
FCTM 1.7
Crew should not rely solely on displays for determining aircraft status.
What kind of manoeuvre margin do you have at flap manoeuvre speed?
Full manoeuvre
(40 degree of bank to stick shaker or approx 1.3G)
Does stick shaker indicate actual stall?
No.
Set to activate before actual stall.
Sufficient margin to recover from stick shaker without stalling.
FCTM 1.8
What is difference between
flap manoeuvre speed and
Min manoeuvre speed?
Flap manoeuvre speed:
- aircraft weight
Min manoeuvre speed;
- speed
- angle of attack
Flaps up Amber band:
MMS gives what?
Below 10000 full manoeuvre
Decreasing with altitude
Above 20,000’: give full manoeuvre but 1.3G only.
What bank angles equal
1.1g
1.3 g
2.0 g
25 degree
40 degree (important one)
60 degree
What does reduced manoeuvre margin mean with regards to Anti Ice and stall?
Stall warning adjusts stick shaker to a lower angle of attack.
With AT disconnected, what’s the max gust additive you can use?
Vref + 15
(Half steady plus full gust)
With AT:
Norm is + 5
Max is + 10
What is the command speed on take off? And what manoeuvre capability does it give you?
V2 set in MCP.
Gives you manoeuvre to 30 degree bank.
FCTM 1.16
The term “set thrust”, does it require setting of the exact indication?
No.
Crew should not focus on this at the expense of situational awareness.
FCTM 1.17
How is max thrust achieved in EEC normal
Mode vs alternate mode ?
Normal: thrust full forward
Alternate : take off or go around limit
(Full forward only if terrain contact imminent)
Note:
Fixed derate is considered a limit for take off.
When should unnecessary conversation be avoided?
Not recommended below 10,000’.
1.18
If automatic call-outs not available on landing, what calls should make?
100’
50’
30’
(This is a may call out… anything helpful)
1.19 FCTM
What are approved sources of take off and landing performance?
Opt
ACARS RTOW
If very cold, and must do a APV approach, but temp outside the chart limit, what can you do?
NPA down to LNAV minima
Using the cold weather corrections
What are some symptoms of ICE crystal icing?
Surge
Flameout
High vibration
(If suspect, do the NNC or Supp proc)
1.23
What are some symptoms of Ice Crystal Icing?
Surge
Flameout
Vibration
(If suspected, do NNC or Supp Proc)
What’s difference between primary and secondary rudder trim technique?
Primary: rudder only
(Level control wheel)
- follow procedure in FCTM if necessary)
- AP in, HDG hold or Sel for 30 sec
- trim rudder as necessary
Secondary:
Rudder and aileron trim
What is a good mode choice if flight plan changes during high work load environment?
Don’t hesitate to get out of LNAV/VNAV.
1.25
When checking FmC charter procedures against database, what’s of main concern?
Waypoint sequence
Speed and Alt restrictions
No unexpected discontinuities
FMC performance predictions are good for fuel, eta etc, except when?
Operating in Non Normals
(Extended gear down, reduced thrust, spoilers, etc)
FCTM 1.26
In a hold, the hold time available is accurate for which flap settings?
Flaps up and flaps 1
(Provided FmC hold speed maintained)
RNP 10 routes require what updating?
GPS
or
If no gps, radio update within previous 6 hours.
In general, oceanic routes require dual FMC or single FMC in combo with alternate nav capability)
1.27
Oceanic RNP’s are usually what?
4 or higher
Good table to know
(FCTM 1.28)
RNAV approaches require what?
DME-DME
OR
GPS
UPDATING ACTIVE AT BEGINNING OF APPRoach (IAF)
RNP must be equal or greater than ANP.
Should you ever set RNP smaller than specified on approach?
Not recommended as may cause nuisance alerts.
ANP refers to what?
Actual navigation performance
(Only related to accuracy of FMC)
During RNP approach, what should you do if deviation exceeds me or Amber deviation alert?
Change to Non RNP procedure
(Ie: VOR or LOC) using raw data
If not possible, do MAP unless suitable visible reference.
What is the typical route width of a RNP route segment.
Usually 2 X the RNP from either side of LNAV course.
What can you do to ensure tracking in a RNP procedure with low RNP?
Autopilot and LNAV
If autopilot not available, crews should use flight director and at least one MAP set to 10 NM
1.32
Radius to Fix considerations?
Speed requirements important
Do not begin procedure by going direct to RF leg
Direct to second waypoint in RF will delete the RF leg
If MAP done during RF, ensure LNAV re-engaged asap.
Is manual flight encouraged?
Yes.
Only when conditions and workload permit for both PM and PF.
FCTM 1.33
If flight directors not giving you what you need or will not be followed, what should you do?
Turn them off.
Should VS be used for passenger comfort?
No.
FLCH has logic to allow shallow climbs and descents for
Small alt changes.
Difference between Normal MCP setting tech and Alternate?
1.36
Alternate really only used when altitude constraints are tightly spaced.
Normal:
Set next constraint until compliance assured (generally within 2NM)
Alternate:
Used with care: legs and constraints should be thoroughly checked.
What to do if getting MCP faults?
1.38
Modes not responding normally to MCP selections?
Disengage AP and FD, then turn back on.
If still not working, use raw modes.
Should you fly into moderate to heavy rain? Hail? Sleet?
1.39 FCTM
Aircraft designed to do so, but should be AVOIDED.
IF encounter, slow down airspeed to reduce precip intake.
Considerations for Moderate turbulence?
Normally no change to altitude or speed required.
Severe:
270 below F250
280 or m0.82 which ever lower at or above F250
(Speed not less than 15 knot above mms when speed below M0.82)
Passed what angle of bank is back pressure required?
30 degrees
Take off briefing is important, what additional items might warrant attention ?
Weather
Runway conditions
Unique noise abatement
MEL’s
ENG OUT
Others requiring crew attention.
Receive taxi clearance, should you right it down?
FCTM says yes.
Stop plane if clearance in doubt
Do not let ATC or anyone else rush you.
2.3
GMCS
Ground Maneuvre Camera system.
Is it necessary for taxi?
Visual outside still primary.
It is useful tool.
Prohibted for T/O App and Landing
What limit should you put on thrust for taxi?
FCTM 2.5
Idle is adequate for most conditions.
Try not to go above 40% N1
What are taxi speed limits?
Normal is 20 knots
Straights up to 30 knots
Turns approximately 10 knots
2.6
If nose wheel skidding or scrubbing encountered while taxiing, what to do?
Reduce speed or steering angle
2.7
How to prevent main gear configuration warning on take off?
Taxi forward on or near runway centreline to make sure main gear aft axle steering locked.
What is required for a tight corner while taxing?
More oversteer, as main wheels will track inside.
Turns of 90 degrees or more should be started when?
Taxiway centreline approaches aft edge of number 2 window.
2.10
2 types of 180 degree taxi turns?
Normal:
Main gear tires close to taxi edge
Stop
Max tiller
Thrust outboard
Maintain 5-10knots
(If more than min, don’t have to stop)
Pivot (tight!): less than 45M
TOWING PREFERRED
- not above MLW
-Similar to above, but main gear must be within 1 foot of edge.
- max braking on inside brake
- sufficient thrust on outside
Considering RETI? When not to?
HELPS
Hydraulics
Engine
Landing gear
Pneumatics
Sustained wind of 25 knots or more
What do larger flaps settings do for take off?
Provide shorter take off distance
(Hence why used in strong cross wind or gusty situation)
Are auto throttle and FD required for take off?
No, recommended.
Do not follow FD until after lift off.
Is rolling take off or stopped start recommended?
Rolling.
- expedites
- less FOD
- less chance of Engine stall.
(Negligible take off roll difference)
3.4
What parameters do you set engines to on take off to watch them stabilise and why?
1.05 EPR (300)
55% N1 (ER)
Do this to ensure both engines coming up at same time.
Shouldn’t do stabilise for longer than 2 seconds (perf reasons)
Target thrust on take off should be set by when?
80 knots
Or else goes into Hold
(If hold does not appear, no need to reject, but any other fault causes unwanted thrust movement)
I’d get engine exceedance on take off, what to do?
If thrust set, and decide to continue, do not retard thrust. Performance degraded.
Wait until 400 AGL. Confirm failure, and run the Eng lim surge stall
Memory items.
When does the rudder become effective during take off?
40-60 knots
3.6
When headwind is how strong, might you have an issue getting HOLD on take off before AT can make take off thrust adjustments?
20 knots.
When do we retract the landing gear on takeoff?
Positive rate of climb indicated on ALTIMETER
What can cause a tail strike?
Early or rapid rotation
What is the target speed of FD on take off?
V2+15 to V2+25
What is the target number on take off to end initial take off phase?
35’ AGL
What can you do to assist take off with light weight and aft CG?
Reduce thrust
Rolling take off
3.10
What does AFT CG do for take off?
- Increases lift available
(Reduction of nose up trim required on HOR STAB) - reduces VR and V2
Is Alternate FWD CG avail on all aircraft?
300 uses more restrictive FWD CG.
ER:
OPT uses Alt CG for all take offs
ACARS only uses for weights above 280T
Is rolling take off recommended for crosswind or tailwind take off
Yes. 3.12
XW exceeds 20 knots
TW more than 5 knots
Is full forward ever required on 777 take off?
Strong cross wind and aft CG conditions, may require full forward.
Below 80 knots, full rudder may be required to maintain runway centreline.
Begin take off roll always with control wheel Centered.
Considerations for strong crosswind or gusty take off?
Higher thrust than minimum
(Remove the AST if can, or bump up to next derate)
Avoid rotation in gust
Consider using F15 or 20 to reduce TO distance.
When is AST take off not allowed ?
Contaminated runway.
More than 3mm of slush ice snow SW
(Take off not recommended in more than 1/2 inch contaminated 13mm SW
Or 4 inch dry snow )
Considerations when using derated take off thrust?
Considered takeoff operating limit for VMCG VMCA
Allowed on contam
Can increase thrust if required with both engines.
If engine failure, any increase thrust beyond fixed derate could cause loss of directional control
Can climb thrust ever be more than take off thrust?
Yes:
Combining high derate with AST
What does improved climb do?
Increases take off and climb speeds.
Improves gradient and limit weights.
This is automatic from OPT and ACARS
Low vis take off, when do you need take off alternate?
When weather below landing min.
400 Nm.
Have dispatch nominate.
Take off readings, all RVR must be AT OR ABOVE required for take offf.
What is take off field length?
Longest of:
-Accel and Go:
Eng fail 1 sec before V1 and to reach 35’ at V2
-Accel and stop:
Eng fail 1 sec before V1 and stop
(Max brakes and speed brakes, no reverse)
-1.15 times TODR to reach 35’
80 knots is considered low energy RTO, what would cause RTO?
FCTM 3.23
Master caution
Unusual vibrations
Tire failure
QRH:
Same as above but also:
System failure
Slow accel
Take off config warning
Engine fail
PWS
Window open
Unsafe to fly
After 80 knots:
Fire or fire warning
Engine fail
PWS
unsafe to fly
RTO, when is latest to stop?
Decision must be made by V1
(FIRST ACTION MUST BE TAKEN BY V1)
(Rejecting near V1 usually causes over run, as usually not executed perfectly)
If V speeds disappear, is that enough to warrant RTO?
No
3.24 FCTM
Rotate 5-10 knots before V2 (MCP)
PM should announce V1 and VR
With AT in hold, does it need to be disconnected in RTO?
Yes!
For consistency, disconnect Autothrottle for all RTO
What is leading cause of RTO?
Note:
If captain decides it’s safer to fly, must state: “CONTINUE”
Only 25% because engine problem.
Other: ATC, wheels bird strikes
Airborne and turn back allows full runway length.
After lift off, what speed does FD command?
V2+15 to V2+25
Until another pitch mode engaged
What’s max bank angle after take off?
30 degrees with take off flaps
(15 bank and 15 overshoot)
(Flap retraction speed)
(Always 15 overshoot)
Cruise is 40 degrees:
(25 bank and 15 overshoot)
(Flap maneuvre speed)
When immediate turn after take off necessary, can you preset heading?
Yes 3.31
What is best indicator of engine failure on take off?
HDG
Lead indicator of opposite rudder required
(Initial aileron, then use rudder to kick control up)
Smooth with pitch, just nail 8-10 degrees. Rest easy
FD target speed with EO takeoff?
V2 to V2+15
What roll mode does FD give you until LNAV engaged?
Ground track in TOGA
Is noise abatement still a factor with a EO take off?
No
3.38
In AST take off only, what commands VMCG and VMCA?
Full rated thrust, so if you have EO, can take full thrust or push TOGA airborne.
More:
Perf data shows that performance should be enough even in case
Of EO
DTO-1 or 2, what commands the VMCG/A?
VMCG/A calculated using Derated thrust, so taking more could cause directional control loss.
Only do if terrain clearance not assured.
Combination take off using AST and Derate, is it recommended to take more thrust if have engine failure?
No.
Fixed derate limit not displayed and could be exceeded.
Theoretically if at acceleration, still not getting desired climb, you’ll be far enough away from VMcA, that shouldn’t be an issue.
When are the derates completely washed out in climb?
ER
Starts at 10,000 and gone by 12,000
300
Starts at 10,000 and gone by 30,000
Is there a time where you would select a higher climb rating during the climb?
Yes, if climb rate falls below 500 fpm
FCTM 4.1
Also if ATC ask to expedite, or clear that you might not make restriction.
Is it ok to select a different CLB thrust before TAKE off?
Yes. FMC should default to same derate:
IE: DTO2 AST 49, it’ll give you CLB 2.
So if have alt restriction, perfectly ok to take CLB thrust.
Or max take off weight, DTO1 no AST.
Gives Climb 1.
But no restrictions in climb, can just select CLB 2 right off the bat.
Won’t affect take off entry.
Even if cleared to high altitude, but you’re on SID or STAR, need to set hard altitude constrains in MCP.
No questions
What would be the ideal speed schedule if no ATC or SID restrictions?
Flap up maneuvre speed until clear of all obstacle or min crossing altitude.
(Bekol, no need for 250).
Consider flap up, max angle, max rate,
Then accelerate to climb speed schedule
What is Econ speed?
Optimise operating cost.
ECON climb speeds?
Below 10,000:
250 or min clean (which ever higher)
Above 10000
310/M0.84
(Same as transition speeds)
Maximum rate climb speeds ?
Ref30+140 (or clean plus 60)
Until intercepting 0.82
(Good option when leaving Japan in winter)
Usually something like 300/0.82
Max angle speed is for what?
BEKOL!
Best climb in distance, obstacle clearance, or Min crossing ALT
Only shown in FMC
Approx same gradient as flaps up manoeuvre speed
EO in climb and lose FMC, what speed should you climb at?
Flaps up maneuvre speed at max cont thrust
4.5
What determines maximum altitude?
Three basic characteristics:
Lowest of:
Certified altitude:
thrust limit: 300 ft./m
buffet or manoeuvre margin:
Minimum margin available is 40° bank prior to Buffett 1.3 G
In which mode is bank angle protection available in?
LNAV
If you’re in a mode other than LNAV near maximum altitude, how should you protect your bank angle and manoeuvre margin?
Fly at least 10 kn above the lower Amber band and use bank angles of 10° or less
4.7
Is Flight above maximum alt recommended?
No, no
What determines optimum altitude?
Gross weight and cruise speed in still air.
(NO WIND)
What determines recommended altitude?
It accounts for
-forecast winds and
-temperatures
over the next 250 to 500 nautical miles.
Is recommended alt based on minimum Trip cost or minimum fuel Burn?
Depends:
ECON equals minimum Trip cost
(Cost Index)
LRC equals minimum fuel burn
What does cost index 0 give you?
Maximum range
What does LRC give you?
Maximum range -1% fuel mileage
Should you ever request an altitude above optimum prior to takeoff?
Yes, if it is advantageous to obtain a higher altitude early in the flight.
The requested initial level should never be above Max
What should be a concern when operating near maximum altitude?
Unanticipated temperature increase could result in insufficient thrust available.
Entry of accurate temperature is the best way to avoid.
How much fuel does it cost to do an en route 4000 foot climb?
Varies between 225 to 450 kg
Usually, it’s beneficial to climb to a higher altitude if recommended by the FMC or flight plan provided the wind is correct
Though note:
Better fuel wise to stay 2000’ below Opt rather than 2000 above OPT.
Which fuel freeze temperature should you use?
If the operator measures the actual freeze point, CAN USE
OTHERWISE:
-40 jet A
-49 A1
What to do if you have blended fuel for the fuel freeze temperature?
Supplementary procedures have the blended fuel temperatures.
Blended tables must be used until
3 CONSECUTIVE refuellings have been completed
In the event of a low fuel temperature situation, how can the total air temperature be raised?
Climber or descend to warmer air
Deviate to warmer air mass
Increase Mach number
(M0.01 is .5 to .7 degrees)
How long should it take to stabilise your fuel temperature with your new warmer air mass or speed?
fifteen minutes to sixty minutes
What mach number equates to long range cruise LRC?
Within 2000 feet from optimum altitude, you can use M0.84.
When you execute an FMC drift down, what thrust do you get?
CON thrust
After an engine out drift down, you select LRC, how does that affect your altitude or speed?
Lower drift on altitude but better fuel performance
With engine out, what speed would you use if the FMC was INOP in a drift down?
Turbulence penetration speed for the drift down
Then LRC engine out from QRH
Does the triple seven have a Mach tuck tendency?
No
If diverting into Russia, what ALTIMETER setting can you expect?
QFE
Some airports provide QNH upon request
Inmarsat Satcom unavailable above?
82 North
Luckily, I think all of our aircraft have iridium now for global sitcom
What must be on for you to use SATCOM on the ground?
ADIRU
What primary role mode should be used in polar Operations?
LNAV (HDG REF NORM)
If use TRK or HDG SEL, be sure to use TRUE
Does the loss of both GPS units restrict polar Operations?
4.17
Loss of both units or loss of GPS updating results in increased ANP and possible NAV unable RNP but normally does not prevent polar operation
What are some considerations if the redundant ADIRU fails?
Auto pilot inoperative
HDG Reference must be entered into FMC
POLAR, may need to use TRUE track ( get from OFP)
Plan Raw instrument approach
What descent rate does the plane use to achieve deceleration at 10,000 feet?
Approx 500 fpm
In descent what can be done to respond to an ATC speed change requirement?
Speed intervention
VNAV SPD
(Pitch will change to get speed while keeping at idle)
In off path descent, what is the outer circle and what is the inner circle?
Outer circle is Clean configuration
Inner circle is with speed brakes
Both circles assume normal speed descent schedules, including deceleration at transition .
They do NOT waypoint speed and alt constraints
Typical descent rates below F200 at:
310 knots
250 knots
Clean
2200 clean 5300 dirty
1400 clean 3300 dirty
1000 clean 2300 dirty
How long does it take to decelerate from 310 kn to 250 kn?
60 seconds or 6 nautical miles
(Approx 1 nm per 10 knots)
Speed brake can half these figures.
When does the use of speed break cause buffeting?
Speed brakes with flaps greater than 5 should be avoided.
If necessary speed brakes should be retracted before reaching 1000 feet
If doing a procedural approach, which flaps should be selected prior to the fix going outbound?
Flaps 5
Same as entering downwind visual
How does engine anti-ice affect your descent profile? 
Increases descent distance.
Anticipated altitude can be entered on the descent forecast page to assist FMC.
When should you start reducing to hold speed when approaching the holding fix?
3 min prior, to reach fix at or below max hold speed.
(In Hong Kong, if they say no speed control, it means fly the hold at your best speed)
Can you hold with flaps?
Best to hold clean.
Can hold with flaps 1
(7% more fuel burn)
Estimate about 6 min per hold.
What are standard leg lengths in a hold?
One minute when below 14,000
1.5 minute at or above 14,000
When the FMC shows PROC HOLD on legs, what is funky?
Exiting the holding pattern is automatic (NO NEED TO EXIT HOLD)
If desire to remain holding a new pattern must be entered
The requirement to tune an identify NAVAID can be satisfied how?
1) Alphabetical ident on PFD/ND
2) aurally
(be sure to select on ACP L/C/R)
What approach category is the 777 considered?
D
FCTM 5.3
Is updating the legs on approach necessary if in radar vectors ?
Only as time permits
FCTM 5.1
What are the two methods to tune and identify a NAVAID
1) Alphabetical identifier on PFD or ND
2) AURALLYidentifying
What approach category does the 777 use?
D
(Base on max landing weight)
Or
FAA uses Vref speed
How to ensure you comply with airspace requirements in a procedure turn or holding pattern?
FMC depicted complies with airspace limits, determined by ground speed at the IAF.
FCTM elements of a stabilised approach:
Note:
Satisfied by 1000 feet
And maintained thereafter!
+10 to -5 knots
Sink rate no greater than 1000 ft./m
(Unless special briefing required)
Landing checklist complete
ILS approach within one.
Loc/ GS
Wings level by 300 feet AGL
What is the normal touchdown zone?
5.5
normally touchdown at second markers
1500 feet
TDZ the first 3000 feet or first third whichever less
FCTM missed Approach considerations?
Navigation, radio or flight instrument failure
Instruments show significant disagreement
LOC or GS full deflection
ANP exceeds RNP
RNP approach Amber deviation alert unless Air crew able to change to non-RNP approach (rare)
Radar vectors and communication loss
What is required for landing minimum visibility or ceiling?
RVR or Vis
FCTM 5.6
When the situation dictates an earlier than normal speed reduction on an approach, what can be done?
Flaps 15 or flaps 20 with gear up is acceptable
(Take off flaps, so still high lift devices, requiring speed brake perhaps)
FCTM 5.7
Is timing required during instrument approaches?
Timing is not the primary means to determine MAP
Only required if NAV unable RNP
Are NDB approaches approved in Cathay aircraft?
No
5.10
Doing a procedure turn what is the recommended flap overhead the fix?
F5 overhead procedure turn fix.
If ILS has been selected from CDU, the initial approach phase may be completed in LNAV AND VNAV
Approach mode should not be selected until?
ILS tuned and identified
Airplane is inbound maximum 120° intercept
LOC and GS pointers showing
Clearance Given
(As captain, tie it into when you arm the APP)
What is the maximum intercept angle for the LOC?
120°
Is it possible to intercept GS before LOC?
No
All triple seven aircraft have glideslope inhibit before loc capture
Is LOC overshoot acceptable upon capturing??
Yes
Bank angles up to 30°, maybe commanded
For large intercept angles, some overshoot can be expected
Let AP do its thing.
5.15
FCTM
How can false glideslope signals be detected?
FAF crossing altitude and VNAV path information
(300’ per NM)
3NM approx 1000
If false glideslope capture is suspected, what should you do?
Go around unless visual
FAF altitude way off ?
During an autoland, when does the auto pilot begin runway alignment from Crabb to a side slip?
500’ AGL
Below alert height on an autoland when should the pilot interfere?
Pilot should not interfere unless clearly evident that action is required
During LVO landing when should the auto pilot and auto brakes be disengaged?
They should remain engaged until safe stop is assured and adequate visibility exist to control Airplane using visual reference
5.16
What is the lowest altitude you can set when intercepting the GS from above?
FAF/FAP ALT
OR
GS Intercept altitude
ATC cleared ILS intercept altitude
What must be captured before attempting to intercept GS from above?
LOC
5.17
Intercepting GS from above what VS should be used?
1000 to 1500 ft./m
Can you auto Land if the final approach scores is not aligned with the runway central line?
No.
, risk of rollout departing the runway are real thing
Above what weather minimum is the ILS critical area not protected?
Whether above 800 foot ceiling
And or
Two statute mile visibility
How do you know your experiencing glide slope interference?
Auto pilot will remain engaged in stabilised mode
Amber line through GS on PFD
Auto pilot caution
If not visual go around

Can you auto land on a contaminated runway?
5.20
BEWARE OF ROLLOUT
Theoretically, you can
Be prepared to disengage the auto pilot if rollout directional control becomes in adequate
What is considered the runway environment?
Threshold
Threshold lights
Markings
Touchdown zone
Touchdown zone lights and markings
Can you do a category two approach using Flight Director only?
Yes according to FCTM
5.22
Can you fly an ILS to cat three minimums using flight directors only?
No.
Cat Three operations are based on approach to touchdown using automatic learning system
How do you know if you cannot autoland off an ILS ?
Non-normal checklist (no Autoland)
MEL
Port page
ILS localiser offset from runway QDM
What do you do if above alert height you get a
Fault
Instrument flag
Engine indication?
Check Autoland status annunciation
Go around,
Adjust minimum if required
And if visual
Below alert height, you receive master caution or warning, should you disconnect the auto pilot?
No. 5.23
Do not disengage the auto pilot unless the auto pilot system is not controlling the Airplane
Pilot should not intervene below alert height unless it is evident that pilot action is needed (master caution light and oral below alert height in IMC requires a go round 5.25)
(WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?)
Realistically if I get major failure causing EICAS below alert height, I’m going around.
Do you need auto throttles for an Autoland?
CAT IIIB requires at least 1 A/T
(Can do with engine failure now)
What do you do if you have a flashing glide slope or LOC indicator?
Go around
If you have an engine failure on short final, should you continue?
Biggest limit if at flaps 30 is your climb limit weight in the go round.
Performance in Flight in the QA has the table
230 tons and 30°
(Above that, start worrying)
Engine approach what controls the rudder inputs with land to or land three annunciated?
Regardless of TAC status, the auto pilot controls the rudder below 500 feet
Do we need to 0 the Rutter trim on an engine out approach?
Pilot discretion
If going to set zero must be accomplished by 500 feet (usually 1000 for Cx)
I don’t zero the rudder trim
(In case of go around)
A bit more work on landing
5.27
Engine failure on short final and you decide to keep flaps 30 and continue, which flaps do you select if go around?
Flaps 20
Adequate performance
(Note: on approach with engine failure on short final thrust will need to be increased to maintain speed)
Engine failure on short, final and climb and limit weight is a factor and you decide to select flaps 20 any other consideration?
Yes, as a rule of thumb increase your speed by 20 knots.
This should command a speed that is equal to at least the ref 20+5
5.28
Engine failure on short final, what are your three options?
The decision decision should be made immediately 5.29
1: continue approach with Normal flaps
2: reduce flaps to flaps 20 and increase speed 20 kn
3) go around
What is preferred mode of accomplishing a non-ILS approach that has a vertical path to defined in legs page?
VNAV
VS and FPA can be used as alternate method
Auto pilot use is recommended until suitable visual reference
Pilots may use flight Director only without auto pilot when in VMC conditions 
What extra thing needs to be done when conducting:
-LOC based approach (LOC, LDA
-non-localiser APP(VOR, RNAV, GPS)
Monitoring Raw data is RECOMMENDED
