SOPs Flashcards
To know your SOPs by heart!
A double briefing has to contain the following:
QTSAVNG
- QNH+minima
- Temp Corr
- Sequence (flaps,configure)
- AFDS + A/T
- Visual - actions if visual
- Not visual - actions if not
- Gate - landing gate
“Has to include but is not limited to”:
The Autopilot modes and selections to be used during the approach & The ‘Landing Gate’.
Both crew’s intentions on becoming visual & Both crew’s intentions on reaching MDA if not visual (i.e. the Go-Around procedure for the aircraft to Flaps up)
Where Flaps 1, 5, Landing Gear, Flaps 15, (25), 30/40 are to be selected.
A full test of the GPWS is carried out by the?
F/O, first flight or crew change only
A Monitored Approach does NOT apply to:
Circle to land approaches
A NPA using VNAV must be stabilised by:
1,000 feet in IMC conditions, 500 feet in VMC
A runway covered with more than 3mm of ‘Slush’ is considered for performance reasons to be a:
“Contaminated Runway”
According to the ‘Before Taxi – No Engine Bleed’ Checklist, which of the following is true?
If wing anti-ice is required for taxi you will configure for a no engine bleed take off just prior to takeoff
After De-Icing or Anti-icing the aircraft, Assumed Temperature Reduced Thrust (ATRT):
Is not permitted
After landing if the turnoff is 90 degrees, what is the maximum allowed speed? Select one:
10 knots
All MCP ALT changes shall be called by the PF and confirmed by the PM.
The PF will leave their finger on the MCP ALT switch calling “set” to which the PM will respond “***** checked”
An aircraft must be fully stabilized (as defined in the FCOM) passing:
The Landing gate
An APV approach would be flown to which minima?
LNAV/VNAV
An ASR must be filed if:
A Go-Around has been executed below 1000ft AGL
An assumed temperature reduced take off is not allowed:
With a crosswind exceeding 10 knots
An ‘Emergency Turn’ (engine failure on takeoff) must be flown
Accelerate and maintain V2 (magenta bug) and limit bank angle to 15° during the turn.
The turn does not need to be completed before level acceleration unless specified in the ETP
Are you allowed to fly direct to the Final Approach Fix on an RNAV Approach?
No
As a tail strike prevention policy, when crosswind exceed 10 knots for takeoff:
No assume temperature reduction is allowed
As part of the Before Taxi Procedure, the PF blanks the lower display completely by pushing the MFD. Is that correct?
This is correct as the ‘Pop up’ feature will reveal the lower display in case of an exceedance or engine failure
As part of the evacuation checklist, the F/O will:
Pull all engine and APU fire switches and only rotate a fire switch that is illuminated
As part of the Route Check the PF will:
Call “Checked” and states estimated fuel remaining
Ash (VA) or areas where ash concentrations have been measured above which level?
2mg/m3
At the runway holding point, it is determined that a pre-takeoff contamination check is required:
This check must be completed externally by a qualified person
Before obtaining engine start clearance the transponder should be positioned to?
ALT OFF
Below FL100 in Class C airspace, ATC ask you to maintain speed 280kts for separation: Select one
You comply as this is a specific speed instruction from ATC
Below which temperature is not permitted to start or motor the engine?
-40°C
Can an enroute alternate be considered at the planning stage that is within a NFZ?
No
Can the weather radar detect volcanic ash?
No
Can you go to the Loss of Thrust On Both Engines QRH checklist if the condition statement is not met if directed by the Volcanic Ash QRH checklist?
Yes
Choose the correct statement regarding high altitude flight:
When using HDG SEL, the drag in a turn may increase to more than the available thrust
True or false?
A tail strike has a dedicated checklist in the QRH titled “Tail Strike”
True
Choose the most appropriate statement regarding the Hotmike usage.
I/C shall be on prior to the Descent checks and remains ON for the remainder of the flight until the Parking Brake is set at the stand, then OFF.
Continuous Descent Approaches (2 engines) are standard on (OMA)?
All (ILS) approaches except V/S NPA and SRA’s
Crews may plan to fly high speed below FL100?
Only in the climb if you are in Class A, B or C airspace and have been authorised to do so by ATC
Cruise altitude speed must be:
At least 10 knots above the lower amber band when not in LNAV
During a 2 engine go around, the PF calls for gear up. What should the PM crosscheck before positioning the gear up?
Both VSI and altimeter indicate a positive rate of climb
During a dual channel GO Around, who will select the appropriate mode on the MCP?
PF
During a GA, the correct roll mode at 400ft, providing routing is available is?
LNAV
During a Non Precision Approach using VNAV, at what point is the missed approach altitude set?
The missed approach altitude is set at 1000ft AAL
During a normal ILS approach in VMC conditions the flaps are not in landing configuration. What is the call at 500ft AAL?
“500 Go Around”
During a normal NADP 2 takeoff with 2 engines operative, when does the PF call “BUG UP”
At 1,000ft AAL
During a Rejected T/O, what are the steps to follow?
The CPT will stop the aircraft, set the parking brake. The FO will select flaps 40 and inform ATC of the RTO
During a single channel or manual approach, the PM should call:
The visual cues as they become apparent during the approach
During an ILS approach what is set once glideslope is captured?
The Missed Approach Altitude, as verified from the FMC
During an NADP 1 departure a SID requires a 3000ft QNH level off, when is it acceptable to accelerate and retract flaps?
At ALT ACQ
During an NADP 2 departure, when would you put in the respective autopilot?
At 1,000ft AAL
During any Go-Around when is ATC called if required?
After calling “SPEED CHECKS, FLAPS UP”
During crosswind takeoffs:
The control wheel should only be displaced in order to keep wings level
During daylight, with failed centre line lights, can you complete a CAT IIIA (CAT3a) approach and if so what are the restrictions (Part A, Chapter 8)?
YES, but RVR must be 300m or greater
During flap retraction, the speed must not only be at the manoeuvring speed for the existing flap setting, but also showing an…?
Accelerating speed trend vector
During Flight Deck Safety Inspection, what is the FIRST item to be checked in the Techlog?
Verify Techlog registration agrees with aircraft registration.
During Fuel Balancing with fuel in the center tank what should the position of the center tank fuel pumps and crossfeed selector be?
Both center tank fuel pumps Off and crosfeed selector OPEN
During hours of low visibility, for the Exterior Inspection (walkaround):
The pilot completing the walkround should use a flashlight
During ILS CATII/III approaches the maximum allowed deviation is:
1/3 dot Localizer (2/3 from center to dot on the localizer expanded scale)
1 dot Glideslope
Otherwise a GA is mandatory
During low visibility operations, the crew should:
Have the ILS tuned to the departure runway for take off
For a night time visual landing, which statement is true?
Visual landing are permitted only if there is a published approach
True or false?
During taxi in and taxi out the F/O (RHS) must acknowledge the taxi instructions, write them in the FMC scratchpad and ensure both pilots understand them.
Only essential Safety PA’s are permitted.
True
Only essential Safety PA’s are permitted. However, if delays to departure are experienced the Captain may inform the passengers once the parking brake is set.
During the climb above FL100 and after the “Altimeters” call the PF will call for the “10 checks” which will be actioned by the PM. These will be said out loud in an unobtrusive manner in the following flow:
Fuel
Lights
APU Off
Press and Air Cond (APU bleed off)
Seatbelts
Recall
121.5 monitor
During the climb as PM you see a FMC scratchpad message:
Both pilots must acknowledge the message before it is cleared
During the D.A.L.T.A setup for a circling approach, when setting the range rings for the approach and landing, the pilot should set 10 NM range ring and 4/5 NM ( VMC/IMC) range ring from the approach runway and…
4.2 NM including abeam radial from the landing runway
During the Descent and Approach preparation what are the tasks of the PF and PM?
PF is responsible for setting the Vref and Autobrake setting having handed over control to the PM
True or false?
During the Descent and Approach preparation, the PF becomes PM whilst briefing. He selects, among other items, Vref and Autobrake setting?
True
During the descent the “10 checks” are performed aloud as follows:
Fuel
Lights
Angle of Bank 25°
Check Air Conditioning and pressurisation
Fasten Belts
Recall
PA “10 minutes to landing” Deselect 121.500
During the exterior inspection the PM will:
Include a visual inspection of both Cargo Holds. Leave hold doors open after inspection
During the Final Flight Deck Preparation, the crew will use the INOP No Smoking switch in the AUTO position as a tactical reminder that:
The passengers are seated
During the Post Flight Procedures when can the Anti Collision light be switched off?
When N2 on both engines is less than 20%
During the post flight procedures who annunciates “Disarm Slides and Open Doors”?
Captain
During the pre-flight planning phase, what weather criteria should be used for the destination alternate if it has a CAT I ILS approach?
For a CAT I approach; use Non-precision RVR / Vis and ceiling minima
During the preflight Flight Deck Access System Test the correct action after the Emergency Access Code is entered
and the AUTO UNLK light illuminates is:
Flight deck door lock selector to DENY
During the Preflight Procedure, as PF, when do you check that the Brake Accumulator and Hydraulic System A and B pressure are within limits?
After selecting the System A and B Hydraulic Pumps ON.
During the Preflight Procedure, how often is the rudder and aileron trim checked to be free and zero?
It is completed for all flights.
During the preliminary pre-flight procedures the APU is normally started
Just prior to the L1 door closes // When the load sheet arrives
During the takeoff roll, when the PF calls “Set Takeoff Thrust”, the PM checks N1 against target value, checks engine instruments on the upper DU and checks for any pop-ups on the lower DU, then calls?
“Takeoff thrust set, indications normal”
During the taxi-in, the first officer will:
Check the hydraulic and brake pressure
During your walk around you see a missing security seal?
The requirement to check for missing seals is now removed from the exterior inspection procedure.
EI-FOC onwards. During cruise in VNAV PTH, a lower MCP Altitude is selected, followed by ALT INTV more than 50Nm before TOD. The aircraft will:
initiate a CRZ descent if the selected altitude is above any FMC altitude constraint OR initiate an early descent if the selected altitude is below any FMC altitude constraint.
Electric Hydraulic pumps may be switched ON while refuelling is in progress?
Yes, when ground crew is informed, bypass pin is installed.
Why should engine start be accomplished as late as possible to have the number 1 engine stabilising just as the tow bar and the tug have cleared away from the airplane?
To minimise fuel burn and risk of ingesting FOD close to stand
Engine Start: The PF calls, ‘Monitor Number__’
After the Start Valve Open light extinguishes and the PM calls, “Starter cut-out”
Engine Start: The Start Levers are moved to the idle detent when?
N1 rotation is observed and N2 reaches 25%
Entering the runway, which lights do you turn ON?
Fixed Landing lights
Retractable Landing lights
Strobes
Flight crews, during a climb out, will reduce rate of climb to 3000 FPM if in excess at 3000 feet to level off, 2000 FPM if in excess at 2000 feet to level-off and 1000 FPM if in excess at 1000 feet to level-off. This restriction will be observed:
At all times. VNAV performance shall be used and monitored if within the above limits
FMC Route Modifications en-route: Upon receipt of an ATC DIRECT TO clearance, the PM reads back the clearance and…
The PM promptly selects the desired WPT to the scratchpad, then to 1L of LEGS page 1.
For a VOR NPA approach not coded in the FMC, which is the recommended roll mode for the final approach?
VOR/LOC
For all ILS approaches, G/S capture must be achieved no later than?
4 or 5 miles DME / 4 or 5 nm from the RW point
How is the Wing Anti-Ice used in flight?
The Primary method is to use it as a de-icer by allowing ice to accumulate.
How long should the APU be running prior to using it as a bleed source?
2 min
How must an approach using LNAV/VNAV Minima be flown?
LNAV as the lateral mode, VNAV as the vertical mode
How will the cabin-crew notify the flight crew of a fire in the cabin during taxi?
The crewmember that first sees the fire goes immediately to the nearest interphone, presses 222, and tells the flight crew
How will the Captain notify the CSS in case of an emergency?
He will press the attendant call button once and use the phrase”No 1 to the flight deck”, over the PA
Ideally, Continuous Descent Approaches will be used on:
Only ILS Approaches under Radar Vector control except for CAT II/IIIA
If a conflict occurs between a TCAS RA and an ATC advisory information, which should the PF follow?
TCAS
If a No Engine Bleeds takeoff is planned:
It is necessary to cover this fact in the takeoff brief
If a normal Bleeds ON takeoff is planned:
It need NOT be mentioned in the takeoff brief
If an automatic switch over to a departure frequency is required after take-off, unless otherwise instructed by ATC, the PM selects the frequency once airborne and:
Calls should be initiated to ATC as specified in NADP1 or NADP2.
If APU operation is required on the ground and the aircraft buses are powered by AC electrical power, then:
An AC powered fuel pump from left side of fuel manifold should be ON
If conducting a NADP 1 departure and a SID requires a 2500ft QNH level off, when is it acceptable to accelerate?
Only accelerate once cleared to climb above 3000ft AGL
If ice crystal icing is suspected during flight:
Do the Ice Crystal Icing non-normal checklist
True or false?
If OAT is changed after the V speeds have been entered on the TAKEOFF REF page, the FMC removes the previously entered V speeds and a NO VSPD flag shows on the airspeed indication.
TRUE
If published, an Emergency Turn Procedure:
Would be completed, instead of flying straight ahead following an engine failure on Take off
If the ambient temperature is below -35°C how many minutes must the engine be idled before changing thrust position?
2 minutes
If the autoland proceeds normally after passing 50 ft radio minimums, the F/O calls?
Nothing until the speed brake deploys
If the EFB mounting device is not available, where should the EFB be stowed during critical phases of flight?
In the crewmember’s flight bag
If the LNAV/VNAV minima published on the chart is 350ft, what minima is to be set on the PFD (assuming no cold temperature corrections needed)?
350ft (no addition required)
If the RUNWAY INOP light is illuminated with the RUNWAY INHIBIT switch in the normal position, this indicates:
Some RAAS alerts may continue to function
If you enter a Volcanic Ash NFZ but do not encounter any Volcanic Ash, what is your course of action after the flight?
A techlog entry must be made.
If your destination and alternate become unsuitable, once you have found a suitable alternate the fuel required is:
the fuel from your present position to the new alternate plus the final reserve fuel
Who calls for the memory items in case of an APU fire?
The PF calls for the memory items
In descent when setting QNH what is the correct PF call?
SET QNH____, PASSING____ DESCENDING ___FEET, ___ FLAGS, STANDBY ALTIMETER SET
In relation to the centre tank fuel pumps, the Captain may elect to leave the centre pump switches off for T/O until passing FL 100. Correct?
Yes, if he deems that the amount of fuel in the centre tanks is insufficient (453kgs) to keep the fuel low-pressure lights out during T/O
In the cruise if speed drops below the top of the lower amber band immediately increase speed by:
Reducing bank angle and/or increasing thrust to MCT and/or descend
In the event of a ‘Engine Failure’ on Take-off one should:
Climb straight ahead unless there is an “Emergency Turn” and inform ATC
In the event of Docunet being unavailable, where can flight manuals be downloaded to?
Flight Dispatch Folder application
Before Takeoff during Cold Weather Operations, in which of the following cases must the take off be preceded by a static engine run-up?
When engine anti-ice is required and OAT is 3°C or below.
Inexperienced co-pilots or a co-pilot newly converted onto type shall not conduct the landing when specific weather conditions are experienced. Choose the most appropriate description.
When the crosswind is in excess of 15kt during normal operations or when the crosswind is more than 2/3 limiting value, whichever is lower
Is the CABIN call chime tested as part of the Preliminary Flight Deck Preparation?
Yes, by the PF
Is the Landing Dispatch Performance required to be calculated before the Final CDU Preflight Procedure?
Yes
It is policy to fly a Low Drag Approach (ILS):
Subject to ATC, where the cloud base is not less than 1,000ft. and the met. visibility is greater than 5km.
Items to be reviewed with the takeoff briefing, as part of the before takeoff checks are:
- Bleeds position
- Speeds
- SID initial turn requirement and stop altitude
Low Drag Non-Precision Approaches are:
Not normally applicable to V/S NPA
Max motoring occurs when N2 acceleration is less than 1% in approximately how many seconds?
5 seconds
Maximum ground speed whilst taxiing on a contaminated taxiway is:
5 knots
MCP altitude changes during climb following an ATC instruction require the following actions and call-outs?
The PF selects/confirms VNAV mode on the MCP/PFD, verifies FMA and calls “VNAV” for all MCP ALT selections.
Minimum engine oil quantity for dispatch (as displayed on the lower DU) is:
12 Litres
Night time ‘Circle to Land’ manoeuvres are
Permitted provided a visual slope indicator (PAPI/VASI) or electronic slope indicator is operational on the landing runway
No Ryanair revenue flight shall be planned to arrive at destination with less than
1800Kg of fuel
On an ILS approach in VMC, PF should call ‘Gear down, Flaps 15’:
At 4nm, but not later than 3.5nm
On departure, when may crews fly at more than 250kts below FL100?
Only if you’re within Class A, B or C airspace, have been instructed “free speed” by ATC and are progressing on the course of your intended route.
On landing a Go-Around can be initiated at any time up to?
Selecting reverse thrust
On the ground, prior to switching on the A system pump switches, ensure:
Personnel are clear of the tow bar OR the bypass pin has been installed
Once cleared for taxi, the Captain will switch on the taxi and runway turnoff light:
There is no requirement to switch off any or all of these lights if the aircraft must stop during taxi
One of the standard callouts during engine start is?
‘Oil Pressure’ - PM
P-RNAV arrivals terminate at:
Final Approach Waypoint.
PF response to RAAS “On Runway” (cleared for take-off) is:
“Timing”
Preflight, prior to first flight. Who checks the Ships Library?
The PF
Preflight: How is the instrument crosscheck performed?
The PF calls Time (UTC), QNH, Altimeter, MFRA, FD and standby instruments. PM follows silently
Preflight: Initial Emergency Briefing: The section detailing what the crew will reject the take-off for is briefed by the:
Captain
Prior to crossing or entering a runway, either active or non active, crews must make a ‘Two Phase call’ (inter cockpit). The first phase of the ‘Two Phase Call’ requires the Captain to establish with the RHS pilot that they are cleared to cross/enter the runway, the second phase requires the RHS pilot to respond:
“Affirm cleared to enter” or “Affirm, cleared to cross”
Prior to crossing or entering a runway, either active or not active, crews must make a ‘Two Phase Call’ (inter cockpit). This ‘Two Phase Call’ requires the Captain to establish with the RHS pilot that:
The runway may be entered or crossed & the approach is checked clear both directions (as much as is possible)
Prior to pushback, the “Passengers Seated” signal: Select one
Is given by the No 1 prior to pushback
Prior to taxi the F/O should call?
“Clear right”
Regarding IRS alignment -
When are you required to do a full realignment ?
A full alignment is only required for the first flight of each duty period
Regarding operations in severe turbulence during the cruise, which statement is correct?
Set the FMC turbulence penetration N1 OR N1 settings from the applicable QRH section.
Regarding to the NO ENGINE BLEED TAKEOFF, what action shall be taken after completing the engine start procedure with both engines stable, parking brake set, tug and towbar disconnected, bypass pin removed and hand signals received from the ground crew?
Do not perform any action from memory and complete the NO ENGINE BLEED TAKEOFF checklist as instructed.
Runway conditions permitting, autobrake will be:
The setting is as determined by the crew having consulted the QRH (PIsection) or using the OPT
Ryanair and CFM recommend the following cool down period for the engine hot section thermo stabilisation?
Three minutes
Second officer (2 stripes) shall not conduct the landing when the crosswind is in excess of?
15kts during normal operations
Select which statement is true with regard to a NADP1 departure. Select one
At 1,000 ft AAL PF will select CMD A or B and call “COMMAND A or B” when annunciated on the FMA.
Selection of the autopilot Control Wheel Steering is recommended for operation in severe turbulence. Choose the
most appropriate answer.
True, but DO NOT use the ALT HOLD mode.
Self-manoeuvring Night Time Visual approaches below the MSA are:
Prohibited
Should both EFBs become inoperative during flight, with no back up paper charts available on board, crew should
Use available FMC information and obtain necessary enroute or approach details from the ATC unit on VHF to allow safe approach and landing at the destination/diversion airport.
Should the PF check the landing gear lights on the aft overhead panel during pre-flight preparations?
Yes
Standard Autobrake setting is OFF. Autobrake must be selected to a minimum of “2” when:
Crosswind in excess of 15kts
Standard callout from the PM at 500ft AAL on an ILS CAT I approach is:
500 continue / 500 go around
“Five hundred continue/go-around” (PM), “Check” (PF)
The After T/O checks are:
Done silently, except for “Air Conditioning & Press” which is called aloud & the “Altimeters” check, which is challenge & response
The After Take Off - No Engine Bleed Checklist should be read as follows:
PM - Read Challenge and Response, then Action and repeat Response.
The aircraft may be operated safely up to:
The maximum altitude indicated in the FMC
The Approach Procedure (FRISC scanflow) prior to calling for the Approach Checklist, is which of the following?
Frequencies, Range Rings, Idents, SBY’s and Courses
The Audio Switch to I/C for Hot mike usage is required:
After pushback and prior to obtaining taxi clearance. It shall remain ON until completion of the TEN Checks Climbing, after which it will remain crew discretion to either turn the I/C On or Off and shall be on prior to the Descent checks and remains On for the remainder of the flight until Park Brake set at stand.
The Autobrake performance is designed to:
To only use the amount of wheel braking required to achieve the selected deceleration rate
MAX - 14(12 < 80kts) fps
3 - 7.2 fps
2 - 5 fps
1 - 4 fps
The Boeing OPT is:
Is the default performance calculation application
The ‘Briefing’ part of RIBETS must be completed by?
PF
The Cabin Crew must be advised of refuelling when passengers are?
Embarking, disembarking or on board
The check of the intermittent warning horn (TO Configuration) is done when?
Done during the pre-flight checks for all flights as part of the “Speedbrake” check. It is done by the PF
The circuit breaker panel located behind the Capt. seat is referred to as:
The P-18 Panel
The correct FMC sequence when briefing a SID is:
RTE PAGE 1 and 2, INIT/REF, LEGS
The correct point to select Landing Gear Down and Flap 15 on a VS NPA is?
5nm prior to RWxx
The Crossfeed valve is checked for correct operation on the first flight of the day for each crew?
True