FedEx FOM - Ch 6 Flashcards
FOM 6.09 - Rev 69
What lights are always required when making a night landing?
Runway edge lights sufficient to define the runway edge through rollout and clearing the runway
FOM 6.09 - Rev 69
For all approaches, when are high-intensity runway edge lights required?
High intensity runway edge lights are required when the visibility is less than 1/2 mile.
FOM 6.10 - Rev 69
How does excess speed affect landing distance on a dry runway?
Add 300’ landing distance for each additional 10 knots.
FOM 6.10 - Rev 69
How does excess speed affect landing distance on a wet runway?
Add 500’ for each additional 10 knots.
FOM 6.10 - Rev 69
How does excess speed affect landing distance when floating the landing?
Add 2500’ for each additional 10 knots.
FOM 6.10 - Rev 69
How does a delayed landing affect landing distance?
Add 230’ per second of delayed touchdown.
FOM 6.10 - Rev 69
How does Excessive TCH (greater than 50 ft.) affect landing distance?
Add 200’ per 10’ above TCH
FOM 6.10 - Rev 69
How does delayed braking affect landing distance?
Add 220’ for each additional second.
FOM 6.11 - Rev 69
What approach category does the 767 fall into?
Category D
FOM 6.13 - Rev 69
What is the lowest visibility you can have and fly a Cat I approach?
- 1/2 mile or 1800’ RVR (standard Cat I Appch)
- 1200’ RVR (Using EFVS, Ops Spec C048, and the derived visibility value from the EFVS Operational Credit Table)
FOM 6.13 - Rev 69
What is the lowest visibility you can have and fly a Cat II approach?
- RVR 1200 ( If not using autoland)
- RVR 1000’ (Provided the airplane is auto land capable and autoland is used.
FOM 6.87 - Rev 69
What is the lowest visibility you can have and fly a Cat III approach?
RVR 300’ (75m)
FOM 6.13 - Rev 69
How does Ops Spec C048 work?
Ops Spec C048:
- Must be a domestic CAT I PA, APV, or NPA, with straight-in minimums.
- Determine the derived visibility value from the EFVS Operational Credit Table
- Fly the Appch using EFVS to 100’ above TDZE.
- Down to 100’ above TDZE, enhanced flight visibility must meet or exceed the charted visibility value.
- Below 100’ TDZE, flight visibility must also be sufficient to see the required items using natural vision.
FOM 6.13 - Rev 69
Can High Mins Captains use Ops Spec C048 (EFVS TO 100 TDZE and/or Derived Visibility Minimums)?
No
FOM 6.13 - Rev 69
Is the EFVS Operational Credit Table authorized for meeting alternate airport weather requirements for dispatch or flight release purposes?
No
FOM 6.13 - Rev 69
What are the restrictions using Ops Spec C048?
- Max crosswind?
- Max offset?
Ops Spec C048 restrictions:
- Max Crosswind: 15 knots or as limited by APS.
- Max Offset: 10 degrees
FOM 6.15 - Rev 69
What is the lowest RVR authorized for all FedEx aircraft?
300 (75 m) / 300 (75 m) / 300 (75 m)
FOM 6.17 - Rev 69
What is the max manual landing crosswind component for Cat II approaches?
15 knots
FOM 6.17 - Rev 69
What is the maximum autoland crosswind component on a Cat II/III approach?
CAT II/III: Maximum autoland crosswind component for all aircraft types is 15 knots
FOM 6.21 - Rev 69
In order of priority, what type of visibility is controlling for approaches:
- above 1/2 mile 800m)?
- below 1/2 mile (800m)?
Priority of controlling visibility above 1/2 mile (800m):
- RVR
- RVV
- Prevailing Vis
Below 1/2 mile (800m)… only RVR is authorized.
FOM 6.21 - Rev 69
For what types of approaches can you use the Prevailing Vis to RVR Conversion Table?
Can you use the Prevailing Vis to RVR conversion Table for takeoffs?
Only on Cat I approaches.
Never for takeoff.
FOM 6.21 - Rev 69
Air traffic controllers will issue touchdown RVR to arriving aircraft when the visibility drops below what amount?
wthe visibility is 1 mile or less or RVR is 6000 or less.
FOM 6.21 - Rev 69
When will ATC monitor operational status of required CAT II and III equipment.
When the RVRs at an airport fall below CAT I ILS minimums.
FOM 6.21 - Rev 69
Domestically, at what visibility does ATC begin to protect the ILS Critical Areas?
When reported ceiling and visibility is less than 800 ft and/or 2 miles, and an arriving aircraft is inside the ILS OM (or FAF).
FOM 6.23 - Rev 69
If the Captain wishes to use the published CAT II DA or DH when the reported visibility is at or above CAT I ILS minimums or he wishes to use the published CAT III DH or AH when the reported visibility is at or above CAT II minimums, what must he do with ATC?
The Captain must request a CAT II/III approach.
FOM 6.25 - Rev 69
What is the minimum runway distance required to perform LAHSO?
Min LAHSO runway distance:
- Memphis: 8400’
- All other airports: 8700’
FOM 6.25 - Rev 69
What are the steps in the LAHSO procedure?
LAHSO Procedure Steps:
Step 1: Is LAHSO LDG distance AVBL > Minimum LAHSO Landing Distance Table (8700’/ 8400’ MEM)?
Step 2: Compare APS medium braking distance to LAHSO LDG distance AVBL to determine stop margin.
Step 3: Make decision to accept/reject LAHSO clearance.
FOM 6.25 - Rev 69 (do we have two cards?)
What are the LAHSO Crewmember Responsibilities?
LAHSO Crewmember Responsibilities:
- Are LAHSO ops approved for airport? (Jepps FedEx -10(X) page)
- Run steps 1, 2, 3 from LAHSO Procedures. Do you accept LAHSO clearance?
- Review LAHSO Rejected Landing Procedures.
- Wet runway = No LAHSO.
- Tailwind = No LAHSO.
- Read back all LAHSO clearances.
- No LAHSO clearance deviation, once accepted, unless it is given by ATC.
- If a Go-around is necessary after LAHSO clearance, perform rejected landing procedure, if one exists. If no rejected landing procedure exists, contact ATC ASAP following go-around initiation.
FOM 6.27 - Rev 69
Landing data provided by the APS assumes that the touchdown point occurs where?
1500 ft beyond the runway threshold for a manual landing.
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Is FedEx authorized to conduct Special Authorization CAT I (SA CAT I) approaches?
No
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Is FedEx authorized to conduct Special Authorization CAT II (SA CAT II) approaches?
Yes
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Where can FedEx crews qualified in C048 operations use the enhanced flight vision provisions of 91.176(b) to continue an approach down to 100’ above TDZE?
In the following areas:
- Alaska
- Hawaii
- 48 contiguous United States
- District of Columbia
- U.S. Territories
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Is FedEx authorized to use LPV or LP minimums?
No.
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Are PAR approaches authorized for 767 aircraft?
No
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Is FedEx authorized to use any charted lower than standard (LTS) EVS minimums for foreign airports?
No
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Is FedEx authorized to use EU-Ops LTS CAT I minimums?
No
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Is FedEx authorized to conduct RNP AR approaches?
Yes, in the 767.
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Is FedEx authorized any approach labeled as “Special Aircrew and Aircraft Certification Required”.
Yes
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Is FedEx authorized any Canadian approach with the remark “Prior Authorization Required from Transport Canada?
Yes
FOM 6.30 - Rev 69
Where can FedEx utilize GPS-based IAPs?
FedEx can utilize GPS based IAPs:
- At the destination airport.
- At the alternate airport.
- However, not at “Both” the destination and alternate airports.
FOM 6.30 - Rev 69
Place holder for RNAV Substitution question.
Place holder
FOM 6.30 - Rev 69
Place holder for RNAV Substitution question.
Place holder
FOM 6.31 - Rev 69
Where can you find details on the “Precision Runway Monitoring (PRM) program? (Ops Spec C052)
PRM program details found in two locations: (Ops Spec C052)
- Company Flight Manual.
- Participating airport’s dedicated route manual page
FOM 6.33 - Rev 69
In order to conduct an RNAV approach, what two requirements must be met?
RNAV approach requirements:
- GPS equipment installed and operating
- Adequate satellite coverage available.
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
Are Contact Approaches authorized?
No
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
What weather is required to fly a Visual Approach or a Charted Visual Flight Procedure (CVFP)?
WX requirements for a Visual Approach or a Charted Visual Flight Procedure (CVFP)
- Reported visibility is >/= 3 SM.
- Reported ceiling of 1000 ft or greater.
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
What must you maintain visual contact with in order to be cleared to fly a Visual Approach without a CVFP?
For a visual approach without a CVFP, the flight crew must:
- Visual contact with traffic to be followed.
…OR….
- Have and maintain visual contact with airport through approach and landing.
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
After accepting a Visual Approach or a CVFP it is the pilot’s responsibility to notify ATC immediately for any of the following:
On a Visual Approach or CFVP, notify ATC for any of the following:
- Lost visual contact with preceding aircraft (if instructed to follow and maintain separation from that aircraft).
- Unable to maintain visual with charted visual landmarks (if cleared for CFVP).
- Unable to remain clear of clouds.
- Unable to keep airport in sight.
- A climb is required.
FOM 6.27 - Rev 69
Landing performance software calculations include what distance for a touchdown point down the runway?
1500’ down the runway.
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
(T/F) FedEx is not authorized to conduct Special Authorization Cat I (SA Cat I) approaches.
True
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
(T/F) RNP Authorization Required (AR) approaches are not authorized for the 767 fleet.
False
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
(T/F) FedEx is authorized any Canadian approach with the remark “Prior Authorization Required from Transport Canada
True
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
In what situations can you substitute VNAV DA(H) for MDA(H)?
You can substitute VNAV DA(H) for MDA(H):
- On approaches that have the ball note
“Only authorized operators may use
VNAV (DA(H) in lieu of MDA(H).” - For LOC MDA(H) on ILS approaches with
the glideslope out of service, when
selecting the associated approach from
the NAV database.
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
Can FedEx crews fly an approach labeled as “Special Aircrew and Aircraft Certification Required?”
Yes
FOM 6.29 - Rev 69
When is FedEx authorized to conduct RNAV Visual approaches?
FedEx is authorized to conduct RNAV Visual Approaches:
- If the RNAV Visual approach chart is in both the Jeppesen subscription and the FMS navigation database.
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FOM 6.30 - Rev 69
When can FedEx utilize GPS-based IAPs?
The:
- Destination?
- Alternate?
- Both?
The certificate holder may utilize GPS-based IAP at either the destination or alternate (not both).
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
(T/F) Contract approaches are authorized for FedEx aircraft.
False
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
PAR approaches are not authorized for FedEx 767 aircraft.
True
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
What weather is required for a Visual Approach or a Charted Visual Flight Procedure (CVFP) to be requested as an extension to an IFR clearance,
Min requirements for a Visual Approach or a Charted Visual Flight Procedure (CVFP) to be requested as an extension to an IFR clearance:
- Reported visibility > 3 SM.
- Reported ceiling >/= 1000 ft.
- Maintain basic cloud clearance
- Within 35 NM of the airport
- CVFP: Maintain visual with airport or
charted visual landmark(s). - WX conditions at ETA must be >/= WX
mins for CVFP, but never lower than VFR
WX mins. - Visual Approach: Must have visual with
traffic ahead and airport throughout
approach and landing.
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
During a Visual Approach or a CVFP, notify ATC immediately for any of the following:
On a Visual or CVFP, notify ATC if:
- Lost visual with preceding “aircraft.”
- Lost visual with “charted landmarks”
(only if cleared for a CFVP). - Can’t remain clear of “clouds.”
- Lost sight of the “airport.”
- A “climb“ is required.
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
What requirements must be met for a circle-to-land approach maneuver to be authorized?
Circle-to-land Approach requirements:
- Ceiling >/= 1000 ft or circling MDA for
approach, whichever is higher. - Visibility >/= 3 miles (or metric equivalent)
or visibility required for the circling
approach, whichever is greater. - AIRPORT must be in sight.
- LANDING RUNWAY must be in sight to
descend below 1000 ft HAA or MDA,
whichever is higher.
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
What is the maximum distance a runway can be from an instrument approach runway in order to perform a side-step maneuver?
1,200 feet maximum.
FOM 6.35 - Rev 69
What are the requirements to perform a RNAV Visual Flight Procedure (RVFP)?
RNAV Visual Flight Procedure (RVFP) Requirements:
- RVFP selected in FMS.
- review any JEPPS 10-10 guidance.
- WX >/= ceiling and visibility on appch
chart. - Maintain VFR vis and cloud restrictions.
- Terrain/obstacle cleis to be maintained
visually by the flight crew.
Request RVFP on init contact with Appch. - Report airport or preceding traffic in sight
to receive clearance RVFP. - Must be in RNAV.
- Should be in VNAV.
- Autopilot strongly recommended.
FOM 6.40 - Rev 69
What must be cross-checked at the FAF?
Cross-check charted barometric altitude vs actual aircraft barometric altitude.
FOM 6.41 - Rev 69
What is required of the first approach to an airfield the Captain has not operated into?
The fist approach must be an instrument approach.
FOM 6.43 - Rev 69
Pilot landing must be the PF no later than what altitude?
1000’ AFE.
FOM 6.43 - Rev 69
Who must be PF for CAT II and CAT III approaches?
The Captain.
FOM 6.43 - Rev 69
Who must be PF for EFVS Operations.
The Captain.
FOM 6.43 - Rev 69
Can Approaches with Vertical Guidance (APV) and Non-Precision Approaches (NPA) Be flown uncoupled?
Must be a coupled approach until adequate natural or enhanced vision of required items to continue descent below applicable approach minimums is achieved.
FOM 6.43 - Rev 69. Define “recommended”)
A. At what visibility is a “coupled ILS Cat 1” approach recommended?
B. In this weather, what must transpire for the ILS to be flown manually?
A: Vis < 3/4 mile or RVR < 4000’ (1200m).
B: The entire flight crew must be briefed on their specific duties and responsibilities for the manual ILS.
FOM 6.43 - Rev 69
What requirements must be met to legally fly an ILS Cat 1 approach If RVR is less than 2400’ (750m)?
Requirements to fly ILS Cat 1 with RVR < 2400’ (750m):
- Use of FD, AP or HUD to DA is required.
- Flight Directors must be used if available.
FOM 6.43 - Rev 69
Cat 1 ILS - WX, Lights, and Requirements?
Vis < 3/4 mile or RVR < 4000’ (1200m):
- Coupled ILS “Recommended.”
- Brief crew duties to fly manual ILS.
RVR < 2400’ (750m):
- Use of FD, AP or HUD to DA is required.
- Flight Directors must be used if available.
FOM 6.43 - Rev 69 (EDIT)
Cat 2 ILS - WX, lights, and Requirements?
- A Coupled Approach is “Required.”
- Autoland is “Recommended.”
- RVR >/= 1200’ (350m): Autoland “May Be
Required” if TDZ or CL lights are not
installed or inoperative. - RVR = 1200’: Autoland is “Required.”
Cat 3 ILS - WX, Lights, and Requirements?
- A Coupled Approach is “Required.”
- Autoland is “Required.”
- If TDZ or MID RVR < 600’ (175m) Rollout RVR is required. (700 ft [200 m] in EU OPS countries).
What is unique to performing “Autoland” landings when calculating APS landing data?
If performing Autoland approach, select “CAT I or CAT II/III AUTOLAND” in APS.
FOM 6.45 - Rev 69
When must an approach be stabilized?
By 1000’ above airport elevation when flight conditions will be IMC at or below 1,000 feet of the airport elevation.
By 500’ above the airport elevation when flight conditions are VMC.
FOM 6.45 - Rev 69
What are the conditions for a “Stabilized Approach?”
- Final landing configuration.
- Briefings and checklists complete.
- Appropriate power setting.
- Appropriate descent angle and rate.
- Appropriate vertical and lateral
displacement for type of approach. - Sink rate = 1,000 fpm. (Unless briefed)
- Airspeed between +10/-5 knots. Momentary deviations OK w/corrections.
- Cross threshold on speed +/-5 knots.
FOM 6.45 - Rev 69
Once stable, what calls must the PM make for aircraft deviations?
Deviation calls on a Stabilized Approach:
- PM: “Not Stable, (identify the deviation)”.
- PM: If immediate corrections not made,
“Go-Around”.
FOM 6.46 - Rev 69
Where is the “Decision Region?”
Decision Region:
- From 500’ above TDZE to touchdown.
What is the ILS “Decision Region” criteria?
ILS “Decision Region” criteria:
GLIDESLOPE: 1/2 dot max
LOCALIZER: 1/3 dot max (2/3 expanded
scale).
OSCILLATIONS: No sustained oscillations.
FOM 6.53 - Rev 69
Approaches which use a Minimum Descent Altitude (MDA), Derived Decision Altitude (DDA), or Decision Altitude (DA) are based upon which below?
Barometric altitude?
Or…
Height above touchdown zone?
Barometric Altitude
FOM 6.53 - Rev 69
Approaches which use a Decision Height (DH) or Alert Height (AH) are based upon which below?
Barometric altitude?
Or…
Height above touchdown zone?
Height above touchdown zone (radar altitude)
FOM 6.53 - Rev 69
What type of approaches require a DDA correction to MDA?
A Non-Precision Approach (NPA) with MDA minimums must be flown using a barometric DDA correction of 50’.
FOM 6.53 - Rev 69
What are the “Domestic AND International” exceptions to the DA to DDA correction rule?
“Domestic AND International” exceptions:
For…
- LNAV/VNAV Approaches
- RNAV (RNP) Approaches
…A published DA may be used.
FOM 6.53 - Rev 69
What are the “Domestic” exceptions to the DA to DDA correction rule?
“Domestic Only” DDA exceptions:
For...
- Approaches w/a ball note.
- LOC (GS out) MDA(H)
- LNAV MDA(H) on RNAV approaches that
have an LNAV/VNAV DA(H).
FOM 6.55 - Rev 69
WHERE can the “Controlling Minimums Concept” be applied?
WHEN can the “Controlling Minimums Concept” be applied?
WHERE: Airports in the United States and its territories or at U.S. Military airports:
WHEN: After beginning any approach except a Cat 3. **
** (See Cat 3 approach requirements)
FOM 6.55 - Rev 69
Regarding WX mins and continuing an approach, When is an approach said to begin?
- APV or NPA w/Final Approach Fix
- APV or NOA w/out Final Approach Fix
- ILS
- Passing the FAF inbound.
- Established inbound.
- Passing beginning of the final approach
segment.
Where can the “Controlling Minimums Concept” NOT be applied?
At all airports outside of the United States and its territories. (not including US military bases)
Initiate a missed approach immediately. (for all approach types including CAT III.)
FOM 6.57 - Rev 69
When can you descend below MDA, DA, Or DH to land?
- In a position to descent to landing w/in
the touchdown zone of the intended runway - Flight vis > the vis mins for the approach
- Using OpSpec C048, enhanced flt vis >
charted vis from DA/MDA to touchdown.
Then natural vis > charted vis from 100’
above TDZE to touchdown. - Must see required items in enhanced
(DA - TD) and natural (100’ above
TDZE - TD) vision
FOM 6.57 - Rev 70
(Using OpSpec C048) What are the Required Visual References Using an Enhanced Flight Vision System for operation below DA or MDA?
Ops vis requirements below DA or MDA using EFVS:
Approach light system
…..OR BOTH par A & B:
A. Runway threshold, (one of these)
- Beg of land surface - Threshold lights, or - Runway End Identifier Lights.
AND B. The touchdown zone, identified by at least one of the following:
- Rwy touchdown zone - Touchdown zone lights, - Touchdown zone markings, or - Rwy lights.
FOM 6.57 - Rev 70
(Using OpSpec C048) What are the Required Visual References Using an Enhanced Flight Vision System for descent below 100 ft height above TDZE?
Descent below 100 ft height above TDZE using EFVS:
At least ONE of the following references, using Natural Vision:
- The Rwy threshold,
- The lights or markings of the threshold,
- The Rwy touchdown zone landing sfc.
- The lights or markings of the
touchdown zone.
FOM 6.57 - Rev 70
Using Ops Spec C048: What are the Required Visual References using “NATURAL VISION” for operation below DA or MDA?
For operation below DA or MDA using “NATURAL VISION”:
At least ONE of the following visual
references:
- Approach light system - Threshold - Threshold lights - Threshold markings - Runway End Identifier Lights - Visual Glideslope Indicator - Touchdown zone - Touchdown zone lights - Touchdown zone markings - Runway - Runway lights - Runway markings
FOM 6.57 - Rev 70
(Using Ops Spec C048) What are the Required Visual References using “NATURAL VISION” for descent below 100 ft height above TDZE?
For descent below 100 ft height above TDZE:
At least ONE of the following references, using “NATURAL VISION:”
- The runway threshold,
- The lights or markings of the threshold,
- The runway touchdown zone landing
surface,
- The lights or markings of the
touchdown zone.
FOM 6.57 - Rev 70
When flying a CAT III Approach using DH, what must the Captain establish at DH?
The Captain must established sufficient visual reference with the touchdown zone or touch-down zone lights to verify that the aircraft will safely touch down in the touchdown zone.
FOM 6.57 - Rev 70
When is DH required for a CAT III Approach?
What type of landing is required when flying a DH CAT III approach?
A DH is required for a CAT III when any of these circumstances occur:
- When rollout is unusable.
- When the 767 is in fail passive autoland
mode, (i.e., one autopilot inoperative or
autothrottles inoperative.)
Autoland is required for DH CAT III.
FOM 6.57 - Rev 70
For any CAT III approach, when must you initiate a missed approach for RVR below minimums?
For any Category III Approach, if latest reported controlling RVR is below minimums, initiate missed approach no later AH.
FOM 6.61 - Rev 70
When “must” the Captain make the landing?
The Captain must make the landing when:
- Vis < 1/2 mile (800 M) or < RVR 1800 (550 M) (the lower value is controlling),.
OR….
- An autoland is to be conducted.
FOM 6.61 - Rev 70
When “should” the Captain make the landing?
The Captain “should” make the landing:
- At Special Airports.
- Slush, snow, standing water, etc on the
Rwy. - Braking action reported < “good”.
- Windshear in vicinity of the airport.
- Captain decides conditions exists where
the Captain should do the landing.
FOM 6.63 - Rev 70
If a system failure occurs while flying an ILS approach to a minimum that is lower than the reported visibility the Captain may elect to transition to a higher minimum ILS approach provided:
- The system failure doesn’t affect the
systems required for the higher approach
minimum. - Last vis report prior to commencing the
final approach segment was >= that
required for the higher approach mins. - The higher mins and approach have been
briefed.
FOM 6.63 - Rev 70
In the event of a loss of glide slope information during an ILS approach, twhat is required for the flight to continue to LOC (GS out) minimums?
The appch may continue to LOC (GS out) mins provided:
- The aircraft is not below the LOC (GS out)
MDA(H). - The last vis report prior to commencing
the final approach was >= the
LOC (GS out) appch mins. - The localizer signal is reliable.
- Glide slope out procedures briefed and
used with the ILS approach.
FOM 6.63 - Rev 70
If an autopilot is disengaged during an approach, the flight crew will not attempt to reen-gage the autopilot below What altitude?
1000’ AGL
FOM 6.63 - Rev 70
(T/F): If performing an EFVS operation and the EFVS system fails on any portion of an approach a go around must be executed.
True
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
Non Tower Operations (NTO) require FedEx aircrew to receive a briefing regarding those NTOs. These briefings must include what?
NTO briefings must include the following:
- How to obtain current weather and from who.
- The CTAF frequency.
- How to obtain emergency services while on the
ground.
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
NTO briefing info may be supplied to crews in what format?
NTO Briefing information may be supplied as:
- Route manual insert.
- Photocopy of info placed in a trip folder.
- Info relayed from GOC w/authority of the Duty Officer.
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
(T/F): Operations into airports during hours when the control tower is closed, or into airports without operating control towers, require a destination alternate.
True
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
During NTO’s, after issued an approach clearance and cleared to change to advisory frequency by ATC, what information does the crew communicate during their initial CTAF transmission?
Crew’s initial CTAF call during NTOs include:
- Flight number
- Aircraft type
- Position
- Type approach in progress
- Distance and direction from airport
- When over the FAF or OM
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
During NTOs, position reports for a visual approach should occur where?
NTO position reports for visual appchs should occur:
- 10 miles out
- Downwind
- Base leg
- Final approach
- When clearing the runway
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
Enroute for NTOs, how soon should all communication regarding airport services and facilities be completed?
NLT 10 NM inbound
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
The following equipment is required to be operational on aircraft flying into NTO airports:
Required aircraft equipment for NTO operations:
- Operative TCAS
- Enhanced GPWS
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
(T/F): During hours of darkness at airports without operating towers, landing on a runway not served by either an instrument approach procedure or a visual glide slope indicator is prohibited, unless approved by the Duty Officer.
False - landing on a runway at night with no instrument approach procedure or visual glide slope indicator in NTOs is always prohibited.
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
(T/F) At airports with non-operating control towers the flight crew is responsible for closing the IFR flight plan with ATC.
True
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
During NTOs, if unable to obtain a visual or instrument approach clearance, the flight may cancel IFR and complete a VFR approach provided:
Conditions for Non-IFR clearance Visual in NTOs:
- Vis >/= 3 SM
- Ceiling >/= 2000’
- Maintain basic cloud clearance
- Direct comms with air/ground facility who provides
traffic advisories - Visual w/landing surface established and maintained
- Maintain min altitude specified in FARs
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
What entry altitude and turn direction is made during Visual Traffic Pattern entry in a NTO environment?
1500’ HAA entry altitude
Left-hand turns
FOM 6.65 - Rev 70
During NTOs, who has the right of way… the aircraft on Straight-in approach or the aircraft established in a designated rectangular pattern?
The aircraft established in a designated rectangular pattern has the right of way.
FOM 6.75 - Rev 70. (EDIT)
For arriving aircraft (block in), what are the only allowable items inside the silhouette?
Items allowed w/in the silhouette during block in:
- Aircraft chocks
- Aircraft now tether
- Ground crew (to plug in Ext Pwr)
- Ground power chord
- Wing Walkers
- Follow me vehicle
FOM 6.77 - Rev 70
During Block-in, when can the Captain release the break?
After maintenance/ramp personnel advise the Captain that chocks are in place.
FOM 6.77 - Rev 70
Who initiates the turn into the gate taxi-in line?
The Captain initiates the turn-in, once the all-clear signal is given.
FOM 6.78 - Rev 70
What topics must the crew use as a basis for a post-flight debrief?
Post-flight debrief topics:
- Safety (were they ever eroded? How?)
- Standards (were they compromised? How?)
- Unanswered Questions (automation, ATC, etc)
FOM 6.79 - Rev 70
If a mistake is made when writing up something on a AML page, what should you do?
Write “VOID” or similar, leave the page in the logbook, and use the next page in sequence.
FOM 6.79 - Rev 70
Following inflight shutdown of an engine, what information should be provided to MX if possible?
Following in-flight engine shutdown, provide MX:
- Windmill RPM
- Windmill oil pressure
- Oil pressure at shutdown
- Time of operation at zero oil pressure (if applicable)
FOM 6.80 - Rev 70
If ACARS is inoperative or unavailable for post-flight fuel information printout, what steps should the crew take?
Make an AML entry: “INFO ONLY. Block-in fuel xxx.x”
FOm 6.81 - Rev 70
How do you annotate a successful test Cat II/III in the AML?
“SAT CAT (II, III), Runway 36L MEM, RVR xxxx wind xxx/xx” (If RVR is 6000’ or greater, use “RVR 6000.”
FOM 6.82 - Rev 70
What is required of the crew, to document a unsatisfactory autoland?
Two things required to document an unsat Autoland:
- Enter an UNSAT Autoland report into ACARS.
- Provide a detailed AML write up.
FOM 6.83 - Rev 70
How long does the Captain have to ensure his/her flight is properly closed out?
Within 30 minutes of arrival at final destination.
FOM 6.83 - Rev 70
What documentation must the Captain carry with him to the destination?
- FPR or Dispatch Release
- Load Manifest (Weight and Balance)
- Airworthiness Release
FOM 6.84 - Rev 70
If an EFVS approach is unsuccessful due to mechanical failure of the system, how does it get reported?
Via detailed AML entry by the Captain.
FOM 6.84 - Rev 70
If an EFVS approach is unsuccessful due to weather/environmental conditions, how does it get reported?
Via one of the following:
- The FedEx EFVS App (only when EFVS was required
on the appch. - ACARS
- The Online HUD/EFVS Tracking Form
** NOTE: No AML entry is required weather/environmental issues.
FOM 6.85 - Rev 70
What is the primary source for landing minimums
Route manual charts.
FOM 6.85 - Rev 70
From the “CAT I ILS Approach Requirements” chart in the FOM:
- What is the lowest RVR minimums allowed for a Cat I
approach? - For these lower minimums, what must be used on the
approach?
1800’ (550m) RVR
Must use FD, AP, or HUD to DA.
FOM 6.85 - Rev 70
If the lowest minimums on a charted approach are 2400 RVR, is there an avenue to get down to 1800 RVR minimums?
Yes, if the chart has a ball note stating, “RVR 1800 authorized with use of FD, or AP or HUD to DA.”
FOM 6.85 - Rev 70 (Define “ALS”)
The lowest mins on a CAT I approach chart are based upon what kind of lighting system requirements?
A fully operational Approach Lighting System (ALS).
NOTE: Sequence Flashing Lights (SFL) may be inoperative if installed.
