Ground Ops Flashcards
If only 1 APU is available, what is the standard for start up?
Lead gets air while wing gets power
When do you turn on your beacon?
When ready for start
If wingmen in the formation are squawking, all formation members will set their TCAS and audio to what mode?
TA
Audio set to active (silent if distracting)
If you must abort a start, what do the aircraft in the formation do?
All aircraft will shutdown as directed by lead and monitor channel 1. The good AC will stay connected to external power
What is the visual signal that flight members are ready for check in and taxi?
The chocks are pulled and the crew chief is in front of the aircraft
What is a good reference for 150ft staggered taxi?
The 2.5 deg pitch line is placed under the main gear of the preceding aircraft
During taxi out, as wing, what should you do in terms of your configuration and spacing from centerline?
Match leads configuration and spacing from centerline
Do you have to wait for the entire formation to be lined up in the EOR to begin your pre takeoff checks?
No
After completing all checks, what do you do to signal you are ready for TO?
Extend your landing light in ascending sequence and pass a thumbs up after checking the adjacent aircraft for proper configuration
How do you know you received clearance to start your engine as a wingman?
When lead directs you to go to ground frequency, it is clearance to start your engine
