LVO Flashcards

1
Q

Which items shall be considered during Low Visibility Operations?

A
  • Flight Crew qualified to perform Low Visibility Operations;
  • CM1 is Pilot Flying;
  • Review aerodrome layout and possible taxi routes;
  • Recommended taxi speed max. 10 kt;
  • Checklist should not be performed during taxiing;
  • Loss of visual reference during take-off (take-off shall be discontinued below 80 kt)
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2
Q

Low Visibility Procedures are generally put into force at aerodromes authorized for CAT II/III operations when:

A
  • The RVR falls below 400 Metres and/or
  • The cloud base falls below 200ft.
  • Lower than Standard CAT I and other than Standard CAT II operations are not permitted.
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3
Q

LVO qualified crews may reduce the take-off minima to…

A

125 meters, provided that the following requirements are met:

  • Low Visibility Procedures (LVP) are in force;
  • High Intensity Runway Centerline lights spaced 15m or less;
  • High Intensity Edge lights spaced 60m or less are in operation;
  • The reported RVR is at or above the required take-off RVR as shown on the LIDO CCI sections for LVOPS Minima page.
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4
Q

RVR values for TD, MP and RO (where available), shall be obtained before…

A

The Approach Ban Point

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5
Q

Pilot Monitoring standard callout at AH (200 feet RA).

A

“Alert Height”

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6
Q

What is required if it is not possible to return to the departure airport?

A

Take-off Alternate

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7
Q

If loss of visual reference occurs above 80 knots the pilot should perform an RTO?

A

No! Take-off shall be discontinued if required visual references are lost BELOW 80 knots.

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8
Q

Is the use of reduced thrust take-off (Assumed Temperature) authorized when Low Visibility Procedures are in forced?

A

Yes!

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9
Q

What other itens shall be included in addition to the normal Approach Briefing during LVO?

A
  • Confirmation that both crew members are CAT II/III qualified and authorised;
  • Check aircraft system status;
  • Review and set applicable DH for CAT II/III and downgraded CAT I DA on barometric altimeter;
  • Review task assigment and procedures in case of a malfunction;
  • Review procedures for downgrading;
  • Review approach ban, ATC calls required and LVP runway exits;
  • Check seat position and flight deck lighting;
  • APU, Autobrake as required.
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10
Q

Maximum Allowable Wind Speeds (including gusts) during Automatic Landing:

A

Headwind - 25 knots

Tailwind - 15 knots

Crosswind - 25 knots (15 - USA)

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11
Q

Maximum and Minimum glideslope angle on autoland operations:

A

3.25° degrees and 2.5° degrees.

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12
Q

Flap settings for Automatic Landings on 77L and 77W:

A

Flaps 20 or 30

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13
Q

Flap settings for Automatic Landings on 77F:

A

Flaps 20, 25 or 30

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14
Q

Automatic Landings can be made with one engine inoperative?

A

Yes!

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15
Q

Overweight Autolands Policy

A

Overweight autolands are not recommended. Autopilots are not certified for automatic landings above maximum landing weight.

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16
Q

According to the FCTM, can an Overweight Autoland be performed?

A

Only in an Emergency, if the pilot determine that it’s the safest course of action. But it should closely monitored and some factors considered:

  • Touchdown may be beyond the normal one; allow for additional landing distance;
  • Higher than normal sink rates may result in exceeding structural limits;
  • Plan for a go-around or manual landing if autoland performance is unsatisfactory.
17
Q

What is the minimum ceiling authorized for take-off during LVO?

A

Zero!

18
Q

Visual Reference at DH when performing a CAT 2:

A

3 Consecutive lights + lateral element of ground pattern.

19
Q

Visual Reference at DH when performing a CAT 3A:

A

3 Consecutive lights.

20
Q

Visual Reference at DH when performing a CAT 3B:

A

1 Centerline light.

21
Q

Visual Reference at DH when performing a CAT 3B with no DH:

A

Not required!

22
Q

If we lose either L or R auto throttle can we carry out a CAT 3B approach?

A

Yes, by manually matching the associated thrust lever.

23
Q

At what altitude approximately FLARE replaces G/S on FMA?

A

50 feet RA.

24
Q

At what altitude approximately IDLE replaces SPD on FMA?

A

25 feet RA.

25
Q

At what altitude approximately ROLLOUT replaces LOC on FMA?

A

2 feet RA.

26
Q

At what altitude approximately the Runway Alignment starts to occur?

A
  • For strong crosswinds: 500 feet AGL;
  • For moderate crosswinds: 500 feet AGL followed by a second alignment at 200 feet AGL;
  • For light crosswinds: 200 feet AGL.
27
Q

EICAS Messages that change the ASA (Autoland Status Annunciation) to “NO AUTOLAND”:

A
  • AUTOPILOT
  • FLIGHT CONTROL MODE
  • FLIGHT CONTROLS
  • HYD PRESS SYS L
  • HYD PRESS L+C
  • HYD PRESS L+R
  • HYD PRESS R+C
  • NAV ADIRU INERTIAL
  • PRI FLIGHT COMPUTERS
  • SGL SOURCE RAD ALT
  • SGL SOURCE ILS
  • STABILIZER
28
Q

EICAS Messages that change the ASA (Autoland Status Annunciation) to “LAND 2”:

A
  • HYD PRESS SYS C
  • HYD PRESS SYS R
29
Q

EICAS Messages that DON’T change the “LAND 3” on the ASA (Autoland Status Annunciation):

A
  • AUTOTHROTTLE DISC
  • AUTOTHROTTLE L or R
  • PITCH UP AUTHORITY
  • SGL SOURCE DISPLAY
  • SLATS DRIVE
30
Q

At/Below AH (200ft RA) what should be done if an EICAS message is displayed?

A

Continue the approach and landing unless the message is accompanied by a Master CAUTION or Master WARNING light (except for FIRE). The pilot should not intervene below AH unless it is evident that pilot action is required.

31
Q

Where is published the Approach Ban Point (ABP) for CAT2/3 approaches?

A

Specific aerodrome Lido CCI section.

32
Q

If the RVR at the ABP is less than the applicable minimum, the approach…

A

Shall not be continued beyond the ABP.

33
Q

If, after passing the ABP, the reported RVR falls below the applicable approach minimum, the approach…

A

May be continued to DH.

34
Q

Which Master Cautions are NOT inhibited below 200ft RA?

A
  • No Autoland
  • Autothrottle Disconnect
  • Speedbrake Extended
  • Autopilot
35
Q

At what altitude the AFDS begins a self-test?

A

1500’ RA

36
Q

If “LAND 2” is displayed on the ASA what is the minimum approach type can still be made in regards of DA/DH?

A

CAT3A