FUEL JETTISON/OVER-WEIGHT LANDING Flashcards
What is defined as an overweight landing?
A landing over maximum landing weight (251,2 tons)
What are the certification criteria for overweight landings?
600 ft/min at MLW
360 ft/min at MTOW
What is the normal descent rate for a landing?
120-180 ft/min
What are the admin procedures after an overweight landing?
Report in AML
Inspections as per AMM
Raise an ASR
At what minimum altitude should fuel jettison take place?
Above 5’000 - 6’000 ft as it will then completely vaporise
It is allowed to jettison at a lower altitude if it is deemed necessary
Are we allowed to jettison fuel with a fire present?
Yes, there is no restriction regarding that
In what two circumstances should fuel jettison not take place?
- When in a holding pattern and descending within an area previously used for jettison
- When in the vicinity of thunderstorms
Where should fuel jettison be recorded?
In the ACARS fuel summary page or as
Free text on the Commanders Admin Report
What minimum fuel will remain in the tanks even when fuel jettison is complete?
Minimum 5’200 kg in each main tank
Will fuel jettison from the Center tank if the Center Pumps are OFF?
No
