Limitations Flashcards
Engine Dry-Motoring Cycle
1st
The dry-motoring cycle (with thrust lever at IDLE) may be used for engine ground starts and engine airstarts.
Maximum 90 seconds ON, followed by 5 minutes OFF
*Engine Starter Duty Cycle
3rd through 5th*
Maximum 90 seconds ON (ground), 120 seconds ON (in flight)
Followed by…
5 minutes OFF
APU Operational Limits
EGT - Continuous
717°C
RVSM Altimeter Tolerance
Standby Altimeter in RVSM
Does not meet altimeter accuracy requirements of RVSM.
Maximum Runway Slope for Autolands (up hill, down hill)
+1%, -1%
When operating the ICE PROTECTION in manual mode:
CAUTION
Do not rely on visual airframe icing cues to select engine anti-ice ON.
Use temperature and visual moisture criteria specified in this section.
Delaying the use of engine anti-ice until ice buildup is visible from the flightdeck may result in severe engine damage and/or flameout.
N1 Max RPM
100%
Autopilot Use During Landing
Unless executing an autolanding with AUTOLAND 1 engaged, turn off autopilot PRIOR to 50 feet AGL.
APU Operational Limits
Rotor Speed
108%
Engine and Wing Anti-Ice Operations
During taxi out and takeoff, the MCDU TO DATASET MENU REF A/I must be set to ALL when OAT is 10°c or below and icing conditions exist or are anticipated.
Engine Maximum Continuous Max ITT
960°C
APU Operational Limits
Altitude for Start
30,000 feet
Turbulent Airspeed (below 10,000 feet)
250 KIAS
Maximum Relief Differential Pressure
Above 37,000 feet
8.3 psi
Definition of Icing Conditions
- OAT (on the ground and for takeoff) or TAT (inflight) is 10°C or below, and
- Visibile moisture in any form is present such as clouds, fog with visibility of one mile or less, rain, snow, sleet and ice crystals, or
- When operating on ramps, taxiways, or runways where surface snow, ice, standing water or slush may be ingested by engines and freeze on engines, nacelles, or engine sensor probes.
Autoland Weight Limitations
Maximum
97,000 lbs
Maximum Gear Extension Speed (Vlo)
265 KIAS
Maximum Weights
Taxi & Ramp
114,500 lbs
Engine Caution Range
Amber
FMS Bank Angles for Single Engine Operations
There is no automatic bank angle protection for an engine out situation.
Maximum Gear Retraction Speed (Vlor)
235 KIAS
Turbulent Airspeed (at or above 10,000 feet)
270 KIAS/.76M
Maximum Weights
Zero Fuel (MZFW)
90,150 lbs
Engine Normal Operating Range
Green
Maximum Flap Operating Speeds Vfe(KIAS)
Flaps 2
215
Maximum Airspeed for Windshield Wiper Operation Failed in the Non-Parked Position
320 KIAS
FMS Speed
Not authorized for takeoff.
Engine Normal Takeoff & Go Around Max ITT
947°C
Tire Limit Ground Speed
195 kts
APU Operational Limits
Altitude for Operation: ELECTRICAL
33,000 feet
Approved Fuel
Primary
Jet A and A-1
Mixing of fuels is permitted.
Engine Maximum Takeoff & Go Around Max ITT*
*Automatically engaged mode in one engine inoperative or wind shear conditions with the thrust lever in the TOGA position.
983 °C
Maximum operating limit speeds (Vmo/Mmo) shall…
not be deliberately exceeded in any regime of flight.
Engine and Wing Anti-Ice Temperature Limits
There is no temperature limitation for anti-ice system automatic operation.
Fuel Density
6.77 lbs/gal
APU Starter Limit
3rd Start cycle
5 minutes OFF
APU Starter Limit
1st and 2nd Start cycle
60 seconds OFF
Reverse Thrust Use
Reverse thrust is for GROUND USE only.
Thrust reverser are intended for use during full stop landings.
Crossfeed Operation
The XFEED Selector must be set to OFF during takeoff and landing.
Maximum Airspeed for Windshield Wiper Operation
250 KIAS
Flaps Maneuvering Load Acceleration Limits
Flaps UP
-1.0 to 2.5 G
TAS, TAT and SAT
Information are only valid above 60 KIAS.
*Engine Starter Duty Cycle
1st and 2nd*
Maximum 90 seconds ON (ground), 120 seconds ON (in flight)
Followed by…
10 seconds OFF
“When using Jet A type of fuel with ambient temperatures of _______ , the fuel temperature prior to flight must be verified to be ________ “
-30°C (-22°F) is below
At or above -29°C (-21°F)
Maximum Headwind for CAT II/III Approaches
25 kts
Maximum Relief Differential Pressure
Up to 37,000 feet
7.8 psi
Brakes Cooling Limitation
Do NOT takeoff with amber brake temperature indicators.
Maximum Crosswind for Landing Vis <4000 or 3/4
15 kts (A)
Flaps Maneuvering Load Acceleration Limits
Flaps Down (1,2,3,4,5 and Full)
0.0 to 2.0 G
Maximum Wind for Takeoff and Landing (including gusts)
50 kts (A)
Minimum Fuel Temperature
-40°C
Maximum Airspeed to Open Flightdeck Window
160 KIAS
Maximum Takeoff and Landing Altitude
8,000 feet
Evacuation Slides
Whenever occupants are in the cabin, the escape slides must be armed during taxi, takeoff, and landing.
Electrical Circuit Breaker Reset
There is no operational situation in which it would be necessary to reset a tripped fuel boost pump or fuel indicating system circuit breaker.
WARNING
Resetting a tripped fuel boost pump or fuel indicating system circuit breaker is prohibited.
Unusable Fuel
101.5 lbs per tank
Maximum Runway Slope (up hill, down hill)
+2.0%, -2.0%
Minimum Operating Limit Speed
Intentional speed reduction below the onset of stall warning, as defined by stick shaker operation, is prohibited unless a lower speed is specifically authorized for non-routine flight or training operations.
APU Operational Limits
Temperature (min and max)
Min: -54°C
Max: ISA + 35°C
Maximum Operating Altitude
41,000 feet
Minimum SAT for Takeoff, Landing and Ground Start
-40°C
Maximum Flap Operating Speeds Vfe(KIAS)
Flaps 5
180
Engine Type
CF-34-10E
Maximum Flight Operating Latitude
72° North (A)
59° South (A)
“During takeoff or go around, do NOT turn the autopilot on until …”
Above 400 feet AGL
Maximum Operating Mach Number
.82 (Mmo)
Reverse Thrust Go Around WARNING
Do NOT attempt a go around maneuver after deployment of the thrust reversers.
Engine Dry-Motoring Cycle
2nd through 5th
The dry-motoring cycle (with thrust lever at IDLE) may be used for engine ground starts and engine airstarts.
Maximum 30 seconds ON, followed by 5 minutes OFF
Maximum Flap Operating Speeds Vfe(KIAS)
Flaps 1
230
RVSM Altimeter Tolerance
Maximum Allowable In-Flight Difference Between Captain and First Officer Displays for RVSM Operation
200 feet
Terrain/Obstacle Awareness Alerting functions …
Should be manually inhibited within 15nm on approach to an airport that is not in the EGPWS airport database to avoid unwanted alerts.
Flight Load Acceleration Limitation WARNING
Rapid and large alternating control inputs, especially in combination with large changes in pitch, roll, or yaw (e.g., large side slip angles) may result in structural failures at any speed.
Reverse Thrust During Landing
*Application of __________, is not permitted at airspeeds _________.
Below _____ _______ reverse thrust to _____.”
Maximum reverse thrust; below 60 KIAS
60 KIAS; reduce; IDLE
Maximum Altitude for Single Pack Operation
31,000 feet
APU Operational Limits
Altitude for Operation: BLEED
15,000 feet
Pressurization Door Opening WARNING
Prior to opening any of the aircraft doors, the aircraft must be completely depressurized.
Autoland Weight Limitations
Minimum
69,500 lbs
Maximum Flap Operating Speeds Vfe(KIAS)
Flaps 3
200
RVSM Altimeter Tolerance
Primary Altimeter Readings
On the ground, must be within 75 feet of each other and within 75 feet of field elevation.
Maximum Altitude With Flaps Extended
20,000 feet
APU Operational Limits
Altitude for Operation: To Assist ENGINE START
21,000 feet
Maximum SAT for Takeoff, Landing and Ground Start
52°C
Maximum Weights
Landing (MLW)
97,000 lbs
Maximum Crosswind (including gusts) for Autoland
15 kts (A)
Maximum Useable Fuel
14,400 lbs, per tank
Maximum Fuel Imbalance
Between left and right main tanks during all phases is 800 lbs.
Oil Temperature Max
155°C
Maximum Flap Operating Speeds Vfe(KIAS)
Flaps Full
165
Reverse Thrust WARNING
After applying thrust reverser, do not move the throttle back to the forward thrust range, unless the REV icon on the EICAS is shown in amber or green.
Maximum Airspeed for RAT Operation
Vmo/Mmo
Enroute Use of Flaps/Slats …
Is prohibited.
Maximum Takeoff and Landing Tailwind Component
10 kts
Engine Dry Motoring Cycle After 5th Start
After five sequential motorings, cycle may be repeated following a 15 minute cool down period.
Design Maneuvering Speed
Full application of rudder and aileron controls, as well as maneuvers that involve angle of attack near the stall, must be confined to speeds below
240 KIAS
“In the event of a landing below ____ , the aircraft may not takeoff without further maintenance inspection.”
-40°C
Minimum Flight Crew
Captain and First Officer
Maximum Operating Airspeed
Vmo
Engine Maximum and Minimum Limitations
Red
APU Operational Limits
EGT - Start
1032°C
Normal and Maximum Takeoff & Go Around Engine Temperature Limit
Are limited to 5 minutes during a 10 minute period.
Icing Conditions with Flaps/Slats Extended…
Do NOT hold in icing conditions with flaps/slats extended.
N2 Max RPM
100%
Approved Fuels
Alternate
JP-8
Mixing of fuels is permitted.
Maximum Differential Overpressure
8.7 psi
Maximum Gear Extended Speed (Vle)
265 KIAS
Maximum Crosswind (including gusts) for Takeoff and Landing
28 kts (A)
Maximum Differential Pressure for Takeoff and Landing
0.2 psi
Maximum Flap Operating Speeds Vfe(KIAS)
Flaps 4
180
Maximum Weights
Take (MTOW)
114,150 lbs
Maximum Negative Differential Pressure
-0.5 psi
Oil Pressure Minimum
25 psi
Flightdeck Door Access System Check
Must be accomplished prior to the first flight of the day.
Memory Item
(YAW or ROLL) TRIM Runaway
AP/TRIM DISC … PRESS and HOLD
Memory Item
Nosewheel Steering Runaway
STEER DISC … PRESS
Memory Item
PITCH TRIM Runaway
AP/TRIM DISC … PRESS and HOLD