Limitations Flashcards
Maximum altitude for flight in icing conditions?
35000 ft
Maximum approach path angle for landing?
3.5°
Maximum Ramp Weight (MRW)?
71214 kg
Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW)?
70896 kg
Maximum Landing Weight (MLW)?
58740 kg
Maximum Zero Fuel Weight (MZFW)?
55792 kg
Minimum Flight Weight (MFW)?
36287 kg
VMO?
≤8000 ft → 300 KIAS
8000-10000 ft → 300-330 KIAS (1.5kt/100ft)
≥10000 ft → 330 KIAS
MMO?
M 0.82
When in direct mode, at what speed can full application of elevator, rudder and aileron controls as well as maneuvers that involve
angles of attack near the stall be made?
Below VA
VA?
300 KIAS
M 0.8
VFE FLAP 1?
230 KIAS
VFE FLAP 2?
210 KIAS
VFE FLAP 3?
210 KIAS
VFE FLAP 4?
190 KIAS
VFE FLAP 5?
170 KIAS
VLO EXTENSION?
250 KIAS
VLO RETRACTION?
220 KIAS
VLE?
250 KIAS
VRA?
≤10000 ft → 265 KIAS
>10000 ft → 280 KIAS / M 0.75 (whichever is lower)
WINSHIELD WIPER OPERATION SPEED?
NOT ABOVE 250 KIAS
TIRE LIMIT SPEED?
195 KNOTS GROUND SPEED
Maximum airport pressure altitude for takeoff and landing?
10000 ft
Maximum operating altitude?
41000 ft
Maximum ambient temperature for takeoff and landing?
52.5°C
Minimum ambient temperature for takeoff and landing?
-54°C
Maneuvering limit load factors flaps up?
-1.0g to 2.5g
Maneuvering limit load factors flaps down?
0.0g to 2.0g
When does the cowl anti-ice system need to be ON for ground operations?
The cowl anti−ice system must be ON when the OAT ≤10°C; and
(1) visible moisture in any form is present (such as fog with visibility of 1500 meters or less, rain, snow, sleet and ice crystals)
(2) when operating on runways, ramps, or taxiways where surface snow, ice, standing water, or slush is present.
When must the cowl anti-ice system be AUTO or ON for in-flight operations?
The cowl anti-ice system must be AUTO or ON:
(1) When in icing conditions → TAT≤10°C, and visible moisture in any form is present (such as clouds, rain, snow, sleet, and ice crystals), except when the SAT≤−40°C.
(2) When ICE is annunciated by the ice detection system.
When does the wing anti-ice system need to be ON for takeoff?
The wing anti−ice system must be ON for takeoff when the OAT ≤5°C; and
(1) visible moisture in any form is present (such as fog with visibility of 1500 meters or less, rain, snow, sleet and ice crystals)
(2) when operating on runways where surface snow, ice, standing water, or slush is present.
When must the wing anti-ice system be AUTO or ON for in-flight operations?
The wing anti-ice system must be AUTO or ON:
(1) When in icing conditions → TAT≤10°C, and visible moisture in any form is present (such as clouds, rain, snow, sleet, and ice crystals), except when the SAT≤−40°C.
(2) When ICE is annunciated by the ice detection system.
Above what altitude must wing anti-ice be selected OFF?
above 35000 feet
What is the limitation when holding in icing conditions?
Do not hold in icing conditions with the flpas/slats extended.
What is the limitation associated with operation in areas where Super-cooled Large Droplet (SLD) icing conditions exist?
Continued operation in areas where SLD icing conditions exist is prohibited.
• The wing anti-icing system must be ON in SLD icing conditions.
• The cowl anti-icing system must be ON in SLD icing conditions.
• Leave icing conditions when side window icing occurs.
How are Super-cooled Large Droplet icing conditions indicated on the airframe?
By ice accretion on the flight compartment side windows.
When must ice shedding be performed on the ground?
When the OAT≤3°C and visible moisture in any form is present such as fog, rain, snow, sleet or ice crystals.
How is ice shedding performed on the ground?
Engine run-ups must be performed, momentarily, to a minimum of 60% N1 and at intervals of not more than 30 minutes. The first run-up must be done as soon as practical.
How is ice shedding performed in flight?
A momentary increase in thrust, up to CLB thrust.
Maximum approved runway slope?
±2%
Maximum approved tailwind component for takeoff and landing?
10 knots
Maximum number of cabin occupants?
150=
145 passengers maximum +
5 cabin crew
Maximum wind for passenger and cargo door operation?
Door operation (opening/closing) - 40 kts
Door held in open position - 65 kts
Maximum positive differential pressure?
8.8 psid
Maximum negative differential pressure?
-0.5 psid
Maximum pressure differential at touchdown?
1.0 psid
Can APU bleed air be used at the same time as an external air-conditioning unit?
No, it may cause damage to the air-conditioning system
How long can the doors be closed with passengers on board, packs off and no ground ventilation (LPGC)?
15 minutes (except for deicing operations, during which time with the packs off should be kept to a minimum).
When OAT is above 40°C, how long can you operate without ECS or external cooling (LPGC)?
30 minutes
What is the minimum height for autopilot engagement?
400 ft AGL
What is the minimum height for autopilot use?
80 ft AGL
When must the autothrottle be disconnected for touch and go procedures?
Before touchdown
During an approach and landing with autothrottle, what must the approach speed be increased by?
5 kts
Minimum oil temperature for APU start?
-40°C
APU start limitations?
2 minute delay between start attempts
No more than 3 starts / start attempts in 1 hour
Altitude limit for bleed air extraction
23000 ft
At or below what temperature must the APU be selected OFF for takeoff?
15°C
Maximum AC generator load
75 kVA
TRU 1 & 2 maximum continuous load
350 amp
TRU 3 maximum continuous load
225 amp
Maximum altitude with slats/flaps extended
20000 ft
Minimum height with flight spoilers manually extended
300 ft AGL
Minimum speed with flight spoilers manually extended
VREF + 10 KIAS
When can you use MAX spoilers?
Use of MAX spoilers is probhibited except in an emergency
Maximum fuel imbalance between left and right tanks?
454 kg
Maximum usable fuel load?
Left tank → 3050 kg
Right tank → 3050 kg
Centre tank → 11300 kg
Total → 17400 kg
Minimum fuel for go-around?
442 kg per wing (with wings level and at a maximum airplane climb attitude of 10° nose up)
Maximum fuel temperature for start and operating?
52.5°C
Minimum fuel temperature for takeoff?
-37°C
When must manual transfer and gravity crossflow be off?
Takeoff
Can the APU operate unattended?
Operation of the APU in an unattended mode is prohibited if either wing tank quantity is greater than 2830 kg
If either wing tank quantity is >2380kg, what is the restriction on engine start?
The left engine must be started first.
If operating on the ground with either wing tank fuel quantity >2830kg, below what centre tank quantity is it a requirement to do a manual txfr from that wing to the centre tank?
10670kg
Maximum brake temperature (BTMS) for gear retraction?
BTMS value 13
Can you select TACAN from the navigation database?
Selection of TACAN from the navigation database is prohibited.
What identifier is prohibited when entering a PBD waypoint?
Entry of PBD waypoints that use an airport identifier is prohibited.
When flying a localizer approach, when must NAV mode be selected?
Localizer approaches must be flown with NAV mode selected before the Final Approach Fix (FAF).
When flying a localizer approach, when must VNAV mode be de-selected?
No later than the Final Approach Fix (FAF).
What is the maximum individual flight plan leg distances for RNP 1 airspace?
200nm
What is the maximum individual flight plan leg distances for RNP 2 airspace?
400nm
What is the maximum individual flight plan leg distances for RNP 4 airspace?
500nm
What is the maximum individual flight plan leg distances for RNP 10 airspace?
500nm
What must be set on the flight control panel when flying VAPP in the final landing configuration?
MAN SPD
Minimum oil temperature for engine start?
-40°C
Maximum oil temperature for engine start?
163°C
Maximum N1 setting with oil temperature below -6°C?
Idle
Maximum N1 setting with oil temperature between -6°C and 21°C?
30% N1
Maximum N1 setting with oil temperature between 21°C and 49°C?
50% N1
Maximum N1 setting with oil temperature 49°C and above?
No limit
Maximum EGT for takeoff?
1054°C for 5 minutes (10 minutes OEI)
Maximum continuous EGT?
1016°C
Maximum reverse thrust EGT?
1054°C
Maximum EGT for starting?
1054°C
Oil pressure limits?
50.3-175.3 psi
Minimum/maximum oil temperature for takeoff, MCT, and reverse?
49°C/163°C
Minimum/maximum oil temperature for ground/flight idle?
-40°C/163°C
Maximum oil temperature for up to 20 minutes?
174°C (total operation between 163°C up to 174°C must not exceed 20 minutes)
Engine start attempt limits?
After 3 start attempts, or after 4 minutes of continuous cranking, a 30 minute cooling period is required
Above what N2 indication is the starter not allowed to be engaged?
0.2
What N1 indication is defined as near idle?
Up to 40% N1
What are the maximum crosswind and tailwind components for starting on ground and ice shedding at 60% N1?
43 kts crosswind
18 kts tailwind
What are the maximum crosswind and tailwind components for taxi?
Unlimited
What is the maximum crosswind component for takeoff?
32 kts
Maximum allowable oil consumption?
0.38 l/hr (0.4 qt/hr)
What are the three limitations associated with the thrust reversers?
1) Thrust reversers are approved for ground use only. Activation of the reverse thrust levers in flight is prohibited.
2) Use of thrust reversers for backing up is prohibited.
3) Go-around maneuver and touch-and-go are prohibited after deployment of the thrust reversers.
What is the minimum oxygen dispatch pressure for 2 crew for a flight within Australia?
900psig
What is the minimum oxygen dispatch pressure for 3 crew for a flight within Australia?
1200psig
What is the minimum oxygen dispatch pressure for 2 crew for a flight within an area with a LSALT >10000 feet?
950psig
What is the minimum oxygen dispatch pressure for 3 crew for a flight within an area with a LSALT >10000 feet?
1300psig
