Flying Procedures

Question 1

What needs to be completed for the APPROACH PROCEDURE?

Answer 1

FMS NAV: properly loaded and sequences in FMS

RADIOS: tuned and identified to proper frequency

NAV SOURCE: green or magenta

APPROACH COURSE: Select proper inbound course on both EHSI’s

Question 2

For an ILS/LOC based approach what should the PF and PM be using for NAV Sources ?

Answer 2

PF: Is on GREEN before FAF
PM: Magenta allowed if Non-Precision

Question 3

What NAV sources should the PF and the PM be using for FMS based approaches ?

Answer 3

RNAV:
•PF and PM on MAGENTA

NON-precision, non-LOC approach(VOR):
•PF on MAGENTA
•PM on GREEN before FAF

Question 4

What do you want to confirm about your approach course during approach procedure ?

Answer 4

Confirm proper course is selected on BOTH of the EHSI’s

Question 5

What do you want to confirm on an RNAV approach during the approach procedure ?

Answer 5

For RNAV approaches, the final approach course in the FMS should match inbound course on the approach plate

Question 6

When does the pilot flying call for the “Landing Check” ?

Answer 6

After the Flaps are set to the landing position

Question 7

What is required on the Landing Check?

Answer 7

Flaps : 22/45 “FLAPS 22/45”
Landing Gear- “GEAR DOWN”
Yaw Damper-OFF
X-feed-OFF

Question 8

Which engine is preferable to shut down prior to arriving at the gate ?

Answer 8

Engine #1

Question 9

When is the parking check completed by the captain?

Answer 9

After parking at the gate

Question 10

How do you shut down the APU?

Answer 10

Close ABV
Press STOP button on APU panel
Watch RPM wind down to 0 percent 
Turn APU master knob to OFF
Look for APU FUEL SOV CLSD

Question 11

What is the MAX demonstrated crosswind component for takeoff?

Answer 11

30 KIAS including gusts

Question 12

On twin engine departures during VMC, when can you make an initial turn ?

Answer 12

400’ AFE

Question 13

What is considered IMC conditions ?

Answer 13

1,000 ft and 3SM

Question 14

When are turns allowed on two engine departures during IMC?

Answer 14

Turns will be delayed until 1000 AFE

except:

• when cleared for a SID that commands a turn below 1000’ AFE (If no altitude listed begin turn no lower than 400’ AFE)
• If ODP exists and ATC vectors are not available turn below 1000’ AFE If ODP advises.
• If ATC vectors are available for obstacle clearance below 1000’ you can accept
• TLR States “EARLY ALL ENG OPERATING TURN ABOVE 400’ AFE OK” turns can be made below 1000’ AFE
• Engine Failure

Question 15

What are the standard call-outs during climb and descent ?

Answer 15

10,000: FLAPS, SPEED, STERILE
18,000: Altimeters

•1,000ft above the level off altitude

Question 16

What would you do on a climb to FL270 with a cabin differential pressure at 7.8 PSI?

Answer 16

Select VS mode and use 1500 FPM OR LESS

Question 17

What is the BAR method ?

Answer 17

Burn + Alternate + Reserve = Decision Fuel

• That number must equal an amount that will get you to your destination with ur required 45 minutes remaining plus ur alternate fuel.

Question 18

What equipment must you have for operation in RVSM airspace?

Answer 18

2 primary Altitude measurement systems

1 Auto Pilot with ALT hold mode
1 ALT alerter
1 Transponder

Question 19

When should you begin slowing for entering holding ?

Answer 19

3 minutes prior to estimated arrival at the holding fix

Question 20

When does method 2 drift down procedures apply?

Answer 20

Method 2 begins at cruise altitude

Question 21

When do you report to ATC during holding entry?

Answer 21

Upon arrival at the holding fix, report to ATC and company

Question 22

When does the VPI show up on the PFD?

Answer 22

1 minute or 5 miles before TOD

Question 23

How do we calculate the DDA?

Answer 23

Add 75ft to the MDA