RCC Flashcards
Scenario
You are 50 miles from TOD enroute to KBNA and +RA is forecast at your time of arrival.
Q.2.1. Is there a policy regarding approach and landing with these conditions?
Yes. Review the policy under the reference below.
Reference: AOM 10.7.2
10.7.2 Acquire PWB Landing Data
Revised: 06/22/2023
(PM) Acquire PWB landing data.
Refer to 17.6 PWB Normal Landing Planning Procedure.
P Prior to initiating an approach, Pilots must confirm that landing data using a BRK ACT input of 2-MED TO POOR results in a positive stopping margin whenever, at the time of arrival, there is a likelihood of:
● Heavy rain (+RA) on a grooved/PFC overlay runway
● Moderate or greater rain (RA/+RA) on a non-grooved runway
Note: When arriving at a destination, if a BRK ACT of 2-MED TO POOR does not result in a positive stopping margin, and:
● Heavy rain (+RA) on a grooved/PFC overlay runway or
● Moderate or greater rain (RA/+RA) on a non-grooved runway
is present, a go-around, holding, or diversion will be necessary.
Note: Domestic airports have grooved/PFC overlay runways, as specified on the Jeppesen -9A pages, unless a NOTAM indicates runway reconditioning. If a runway is being reconditioned, a portion of the runway may not yet be grooved and the entire runway must be considered as non-grooved. Most foreign airports have non-grooved runways unless
specified as grooved on the Jeppesen -9A page
Q.2.2. If runway conditions are RCC 3-MED or less, what is the recommended flaps setting?
Flaps 40.
Reference: AOM 12.1.3.2
Q.2.3. What is the policy regarding braking action PIREPs?
Provide a PIREP when braking action advisories are in effect, anytime actual braking action is less than GOOD, or when braking action encountered is less than reported.
Reference: FOM 12.2.1
Q.2.4. Is there a resource available to assist you in determining which braking action PIREP to report after landing?
Yes. Review FOM Figures 12.1 and 12.2 under the references below. Also, reference the TALPA hot link in the SIP.
Reference: FOM 12.2.4, 12.2.5
Q.2.5. What is the purpose of Runway Condition Codes (RCCs)?
RCCs are used for determining landing performance calculations when more than 25% of the runway surface area is contaminated. They are numbered 0 to 6.
Reference: FOM 12.2.2.1
Q.2.6. What is the significance of three RCC values for a specific runway?
RCC values are reported for each third of a runway. The most restrictive RCC value is used when multiple RCC values are reported.
Reference: FOM 12.2.2.1
Q.2.7. How do you determine if your intended runway is grooved?
Refer to the Jeppesen -9A page for the specific airport.
Reference: AOM 10.7.2
