IF Flying Guide

Question 1

Extra IF checks

Answer 1

1. Nav database in date
2. HOR BAT test
3. ICE DET test
4. Marker beacon test
5. WX radar test
6. RCU system test
7. ADF test

Question 2

Taxi checks

Answer 2

IFF ON
Anti colls - white
AI’s erect and cross checked

Question 3

Approach plate brief

Answer 3

1. Plate name and date
2. FP/NFP designation
3. Confirm navaids
4. Sector entry hold
5. Initial track and altitude
6. DH/MDA and visibility – confirm DH setting
7. Runway orientation
8. Circling restrictions
9. Missed approach procedure
10. Emergency brief – confirm OEI performance

Question 4

Line up checks

Answer 4

1. HDG – confirm RWY HDG on HSI
2. ALT A – confirm desired alt set
3. TAC radios – select off (if using ground-based navaids)
4. Departure type
   a. Procedural SID – once in T/O position, activate departure or ‘direct to’ first point in procedure, verify TERM or DPRT is displayed in GTN
   b. SID (RADAR) – note assigned HDG from ATC, consider setting on HDG bug

Question 5

Standard departure

Answer 5

1. Standard take-off – cross check instruments prior to entering IMC
2. At 65KIAS – engage IAS hold, then HDG or NAV
3. Engage ALT A as required
4. TOPC
   a. FCLEARM & ensure TAC radios off in mission equipment
   b. Remove any loaded DEP/APP from GTN750
5. ‘Next event’