Limitations (Good to Know / Not required to be memorized) Flashcards
What are the flight maneuvering load acceleration limits?
Clean Configuration - -1.0g to +2.5g
Other Configurations - 0.0g to +2.0g
What is the Maximum Operational Pressure Altitude?
39,800 Feet
What is the Maximum Pressure Altitude for Takeoff and Landing?
9,200 Feet
What is the Minimum Pressure Altitude for Takeoff and Landing?
-2,000 Feet
What is considered a narrow runway?
A narrow runway is any runway less than 148ft/45m wide.
What is VMO/MMO for the A319/320/321?
350 knots / 0.82 Mach
What is the maximum speed that the landing gear may be retracted (VLO Retraction)?
220 knots / 0.54 Mach
What is the maximum speed at which the landing gear may be extended (VLO Extension)?
250 knots / 0.60 Mach
What is the maximum speed while the landing gear is extended (VLE Extended)?
280 knots / 0.67 Mach
Are you permitted to use the APU if the LOW OIL LEVEL advisory is displayed on the ECAM? When is
a maintenance action required? Is a logbook entry required?
The APU may be started and operated even if the LOW OIL LEVEL ECAM advisory is displayed.
Maintenance action is required within the next 10 hours of APU operation.
NOTE: A logbook entry is not required after receiving this advisory message. Contact MCC to
determine the status of required maintenance action.
What is the APU starter duty cycle limits?
3 consecutive start attempts separated by a 1 minute cool down period. After third attempt, 60 minute cooling down period required.
Are you permitted to start the APU during refueling? If a fuel spill occurs and the APU is running,
what should you do?
Yes
If a fuel spill occurs, perform a normal APU shutdown.
What is the max altitude for an APU start using normal electrics?
39,000 feet MSL
What is the max altitude to use the APU to supply electrical power with one pack operating?
22,500 feet MSL
What is the max altitude to use the APU for an engine start?
20,000 feet MSL
What is the max altitude to use the APU to supply electrical power with both packs operating?
15,000 feet MSL
Is the use of APU bleed air for wing anti-ice permitted?
No
: The use of AP or FD in ____ ___or _____ mode is not permitted inside the FAF or below 1000 ft AGL
on a visual approach?
OPEN DES
DES
Autolands are not authorized on runways less than ____ feet wide?
150 feet
Autolands are approved for CONF 3 and CONF FULL. What configuration is recommended for all
autolands in order to maximize forward slant range visibility?
CONF FULL
Autolands are prohibited if braking action is reported less than _______?
Medium (3)
What conditions must be satisfied to conduct an autoland approach?
- CAT II/III runway
- CAT II/III aircraft
- CAT II/III trained crew
- Appropriate ground facilities operational
- Wind within limits
- Braking action medium or better
: If one or more of the autoland requirements cannot be met, may an approach still be conducted if
the weather is below ½ mile or 2400 RVR?
Yes.
If one of the autoland requirements cannot be met (e.g. strong crosswind), a non-autoland
CAT I approach may be conducted down to our lowest authorized CAT I minimums (i.e., 1800
RVR or as published).
What is the minimum oil temp. to start the engines?
-40 degrees Celsius
What are the engine starter duty cycle limitations for NEO aircraft?
Start Cycle 1 - 60 Seconds Off
Start Cycle 2 - 60 Seconds Off
Start Cycle 3 - 15 Minutes Off
Maximum Starter Reengagement RPM - 63% N2
What are the engine starter duty cycle limitations for CEO aircraft?
Start Cycle 1 - 20 Seconds Off
Start Cycle 2 - 20 Seconds Off
Start Cycle 3 - 20 Seconds Off
Start Cycle 4 - 15 Minutes Off
Maximum Starter Reengagement RPM - 20% N2
What is the minimum fuel for takeoff?
3,300 pounds
Is takeoff with center tank fuel supplying the engines permitted?
No
Is taxi with deflated tires permitted?
Yes, given certain conditions are satisfied.
However, taxiing the aircraft with deflated tires
should only be done if absolutely necessary and all other means of moving the aircraft have
been exhausted.
Autoland Max Altitudes
A319/A320 - 9,200 feet
A321 - 5,750 feet
When should you use LOW vs. Medium autobrakes for an autoland? Are autobrakes required for all
CAT III approaches?
Runways less than 8,000 feet - MEDIUM
Runways 8,000 feet or longer - LOW or MEDIUM
What are the autoland wind limitations for the A319?
Headwind - 20 Knots
Crosswind - 15 Knots
Tailwind - 5 Knots
Wind Correction - 5 to 15 Knots
What are the autoland wind limitations for the A320/A321?
Headwind - 30 Knots
Crosswind - 15 Knots
Tailwind - 10 Knots
Wind Correction - 5 to 15 Knots
Runway Slope Limit
+/- 2%
Maximum Flaps/Slats Speeds - A319/A320
1 - 230 kts 1+F - 215 kts 2 - 200 kts 3 - 185 kts FULL - 177 kts
Contaminated Runway Crosswind Takeoff and Landing Limitations
5/Good --- 35 T/O, 38 Landing 4/Good to Medium --- 29 T/O and Landing 3/Medium --- 25 T/O and Landing 2/Medium to Poor --- 20 T/O and Landing 1/Poor --- 15 T/O and Landing NIL --- Operations Prohibited
Narrow Runway Crosswind Takeoff and Landing Limitations
5/Good --- 35 T/O, 38 Landing 4/Good to Medium --- 33 T/O and Landing 3/Medium --- 20 T/O and Landing 2/Medium to Poor --- 10 T/O and Landing 1/Poor --- 10 T/O and Landing NIL --- Operations Prohibited
Pressurization -Cabin Differential
Negative
-1.0 psi
Pressurization -Cabin Differential
Positive
9.0 psi
Pressurization -Cabin Differential
Safety Relief Valve
8.6 psi
Ram Air Inlet Limitation
Only open if differential pressure is lower than 1 psi.
Maximum Flaps/Slats Speeds - A321
1 - 235 kts 1+F - 225 kts 2 - 215 kts 3 - 195 kts FULL - 190 kts
