TPC Questions #2 Flashcards
NFM Ch. 4What is the rule with landing at airfields considering the runway’s ACN (Aircraft Classification Number) and PCN (Pavement Classification Number)?
When the ACN is greater than the PCN, the aircraft should generally not land there.
NFM Ch. 2What does the avionics battery power?
Avionics battery bus and avionics DC bus
NFM Ch. 2What happens in NO PRESS?
Digital electronic controller depressurizes cabin at the rate set by the AUTO RATE selector. When cabin altitude = aircraft altitude, the outflow and safety valves open.
NFM Ch. 7Flap retraction schedule
<100,000 @ Vfuss (135 KIAS)100,000-140,000 Begin at 135 KIAS and end at Vobs+25>140,000 Raise flaps in 10* increments for each 5 knot increase in a/s beginning at Vobs+5 and ending at Vobs+25
FAR/AIMWhat does squawk 7600 indicate?
Radio failure
NFM Ch. 2EPOS/VRU
Emergency passenger oxygen system/Victim Rescue Unit is a consumable closed circuit rebreather system designed to provide emergency oxygen during decompression or smoke and fumes. Approximately 60 minutes oxygen for sitting individual.
NFM Ch. 7What is the maximum recommended crab angle during a crosswind landing?
5 degrees
QRH Ch. 1When will the PROP 1 NO 119% PROTECT ACAWS appear?
NP overspeed automatic shutdown protection may not be available. This occurs during ground start if NP is not 0%. This may occur when starting the engine with a windmilling (from the wind) propeller and the FADEC does not perform the check of the independent overspeed protection circuit.Â
NFM Ch. 5Essential crew requirements
Aircraft commander, copilot, crewmaster 1/2
CNAFWhat are the Aircraft Commander requirements?
Shall:1. Complete the requirements for and possess to an advanced degree the knowledge, skill and capabilities of a T2P.2. Min 700 hours TPT3. Min 100 hours TMS4. Current instrument rating5. Demonstrate positive ability to command and train the officers and enlisted of the flight crew including enforcement f proper discipline6. Demonstrate the qualities of leadership and mature judgement required to conduct advanced base of DET unit ops as OIC
ATP-56CWhat are the altitudes for a HAAR receive-low join?
300’ below AR altitude for receiver, 500’ above for tanker
NFM Ch. 4Gross weight limitations
TAKEOFFNormal - 164,000Alternate - 175,000LANDINGRecommended - 142,000 / 540Normal - 164,000 / 300Alternate - 175,000 / 300
NFM Ch. 5Crew duty time start/end
Crew duty commences 2 hours prior to scheduled takeoff, or whenever first crew member commences crew duties or reports to work. Crew duty terminates 1 hour after engine shutdown, or at the completion of maintenance duties.
GPHolding procedures for leg distance
<14,000’ 1 minute>14,000’ 1.5 minutesor published /assigned DME
GPWhen do you reduce airspeed prior to holding?
3 minutes prior
NFM Ch. 2What are the normal ground indications for the RADALT?
+1 to -3 feet
NFM Ch. 15Aerial refueling manifold
3” AR manifold Pressures:120 psi operating, 240 psi proof, 360 psi burst
NFM Ch. 4Windmilling propeller limitation
Feathered/NG<7% - Fire Handle IN - 3 minFeathered/NG>7% - Fire Handle IN - 20 minWindmilling - Fire Handle IN - 5 minFeathered - Fire Handle PULLED - 6 hoursWindmilling - Fire Handle PULLED - N/A
NFM Ch. 7When do you place the engine start switch to STOP during a start?
- No NG within 10 sec2. No oil pressure within 15 sec of NG3. No oil pressure within 15 sec of NP4. ENG FLAMEOUT (C), NO LIGHTOFF (A), STAGNATED START (A)
NFM Ch. 4Maximum MGT during start, reverse, takeoff and max continuous.
Start 807Reverse 833ÂTakeoff 852Max Continuous 833
NTTP Ch. 8When will CNI provide CARP XTX, CARP VERT or CARP XTX/VERT error? What will happen? When does this occur?
30 sec from CARP: -164 yards L/R ->200’ above planned MSL altitude ->200’ or 10% of AGL below planned MSL altitude You will get a red light
NFM Ch. 4What is the normal pressure for the auxiliary hydraulic system?
2760 - 3200 psi
NFM Ch. 7Under what conditions should Heavy/High Speed Landing Procedures be accomplished?
- 100% flap landings above 155,0002. 50% flap landings above 130,0003. All 0% flap landings4. All landings @ elevations greater than 4000’ MSL5. Temperature > ISA +15*, elevation >2000’
NFM Ch. 4What are the fuel pump pressures?
Transfer Pumps - 28-40 PSIBoost Pumps - 15-24 PSI (main tanks only)
PERFMAN Ch. 20How much does Vmca increase when attempting to maintain wings level with 2-engines out and flaps at 50%?
+24 KIAS at light gross weights
NFM Ch. 7What airspeed should be set approximately 100 ft prior to landing during a crisswind landing?
Vthrs+5
NFM Ch. 5When does crew duty start and end?
Crew duty commences 2 hours prior to scheduled takeoff, or whenever first crew members commences crew duties or reports to work. Crew duty terminates 1 hour after engine shutdown, or at the completion or any maintenance duties.
NFM Ch. 2What does the aux system operate?
Cargo ramp, emergency brakes, emergency nose gear extension
NFM Ch. 9How much additional pressure do the suction boost pumps provide to the hydraulic systems?
200 psi
NFM Ch. 4Fuel Pump Pressures
Transfer Pumps - 28-40 psiBoost Pumps - 15-24 psi
PERFMAN Ch. 20One engine inop Minimum Control Speed
Max airspeed at which when critical engine is made inop, directional control can be maintained with an angle of bank not to exceed 5.1. ATCS operational2. No 1 engine failed and feathered3. Max takeoff power set4. Max rudder 150lbs5. Zero rudder trim6. Min flying weight7. Bank angle <5 away from failed
PERFMAN Ch. 20How much does Vmca increase while maintaining a wings-levelÂattitude while three-engine?
Flaps Up… Vmca + 23 KIASFlaps 50%… Vmca + 43 KIAS
NTTP Ch. 5What are the dive rules of recovery?
- Descent angle less than -15* at 1500’ AGL
- Descent angle less than -10* at 1000’ AGL
- Descent angle less than -5* at 500’ AGL
PERFMAN Ch. 20What is refusal speed?
V1 - based on runway available and is defined as the maximum airspeed to which the aircraft can accelerate with engines at takeoff power and then stop within the remainder of the runway available, with two engines in symmetrical reverse, one ground idle, one feathered and maximum anti-skid braking.
NFM Ch. 4Auto pilot limitations
Do not operate autopilot during:1. takeoff and landing2. > Vh3. ILS below 200’ HAT (I) or 100’ HAT (II) or below MDA on NPA, or over localizer4. IPRA below 200’ HAT5. <500’ AGL for non approach operations6. In RVSM, if unable to hold +- 65’7. Above 164,000 lbs and (a) below 1000’ AGL (b) during configuration changes (c) during approach operations
DIAGRAMSÂWhat does a trouble T indicate?
Signifies that the airport has nonstandard IFR takeoff minimums.
QRH Ch. 7Four engine flame out
Prop No1/4 autofeather anytime FADEC detects criteria. No 2/3 windmill or autofeather depending on MC logic. Below 15,500’, 3-engine, an IB engine autofeathers after 2sec delay. Above 15,500’ OR 2-engines, an always IB windmills.A. Aircraft pitch to maintain 15-28% NG (PF)B. Power levers…FLT IDLE (PF)C. Crossfeed switches…CLOSED (PM/CM)D. No 2 & No 3 engine start switches…STOP/START/RELEASE (PM/CM)E. No 1 & No 4 engine start switches…STOP/START/RELEASE (PM/CM)STOP 1st to clear fail condition to prevent windmilling prop from autofeathering
NFM Ch. 4What is the normal pressure for the utility and boost hydraulic system?
2900 - 3200 psi (15-100% flaps)1100 - 1390 psi (0-15%)
CNAFCrew day/crew rest requirements
Flight crews shall not be scheduled for continuous flight duty in excess of 18 hours. If it becomes operationally necessary to extend beyond 18 hours, 15 hours off shall be provided. Crew rest can be less than 12-hours IOT maintain a 12-hour on/off cycle but shall always include an opportunity for 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep.
PERFMAN Ch. 20Ground Minimum Control Airspeed assumptions
- No 1 engine failed and feathered2. Max takeoff power set3. ATCS operating4. Max rudder 150 lbs5. Flaps 50%6. Minimum takeoff weight7. No nosewheel steering8. Max lateral deviation 30’
T&RWhat must an aircraft commander do in order to sign for a plane at night?Â
No pilot shall sign for an aircraft for a night flight without having flown that model within the past 15 days
SOPWhat is the currency to sign as aircraft commander?
Minimum 5 hours with 1 takeoff and 1 landing within the previous 30 days in order to sign as aircraft commander. If uncurrent, must fly as T2Ps.
QRH Ch. 7What is the airstart envelope?
< 250 KIAS, < 25,000’ for JP 5/8/Jet A < 250 KIAS, < 22,500’ for JP 4
NTTP Ch. 6How do you fly a random high approach?
Designed for the aircraft to fly outside the effective range of small arms and descend within the protected airspace of the base defense zone.Above point of intended landing:
- 4500’ AGL
- 140 KIAS
- Gear down, flaps 100%, before landing checklist
- Commence 20-25* AOB standard rate descending turn at 2200 fpm rate of descent.
- 3400’ AGL, 2300’ AGL, 1200’ AGL
- Final: 200-300’ and 1/2 mile
- Touchdown: 100-300’
GPHolding procedures airspeeds
0-6000’ - 200 KIAS6000-14,000’ - 230 KIAS>14,000’ - 265 KIASUSAF - 310 KIASUSN - 230 KIAS
NFM Ch. 4Landing gear extended airspeed
168 KIAS
CFRCircling Minimums protected airspace
A - 1.3B - 1.5C - 1.7D - 2.3E - 4.5Circling radius is increased depending on MDA. [C]
NFM Ch. 2How is the outflow valve controlled in AUTO, MAN and weight on wheels?
AUTO: valve is pneumatically positioned by differential pressureMAN: valve is controlled electrically through the 1553B data buse, MC, ECBU and an electric motor.WOW: valve is electrically driven open to allow avionics cooling discharge.
CNAFWhat are the severe weather watch bulletins filing criteria?
Pilots shall not file into or through areas with a WW unless: -Storm has not progressed as forecaster and VFR can be maintained, IFR with installed and operative weather radar, and/or IFR if VMC conditions exist. -Performance characteristics of aircraft permit en route altitude above existing or developing severe storms.
QRH Ch. 5Engine fire shutdown
A. Fire handle…Pull (PM)B. Agent…Discharge (if req) (PM)wait 15 seconds before discharging 2nd bottleC. Engine start switch…STOP (PM)Do not attempt restart
NFM Ch. 4What conditions must be met to be 540 sink rate limited?
Gross Weight: 142,000lbFuel in No 1 or No 4: 7320lbFuel in all main tanks: 28,000lb
PERFMAN Ch 20Two engine inop minimum control airspeed
- No 1 engine failed and windmilling, No 2 engine failed or feathered2. Maximum power set on remaining engines3. Max rudder 150lbs4. Flaps 50%5. Min flying weight6. 5* away from failed engines7. Rudder trim required for 3* approach with 3 engines8. Gear down
NFM Ch. 4What is the APU duty cycle?
Limited to 1 minute on and 4 minutes off. No limit to the number of duty cycles
NTRP Ch. 9Chaff nomenclature
RR-170/AL for actualÂRR-188/AL for training
NFM Ch. 7Maximum MGT before conducting a start
175 degrees
NFM Ch. 2HowÂdoes the safety valve operate?
Electrically controlled and pneumatically opened for emergency depressurization. Normal closed during pressurized operation. Opens during emergency depressurization, aux vent, or no-pressure operation, or while in AUTO with WOW and bleed air manifold is pressurized.
NFM Ch. 15How long is the warm up period for the ALE 47 CMDS?
5 sec
NFM Ch. 4What are the takeoff crosswind limitations?
If the aircraft is not pointed into the wind +/- 45 degrees, and the wind is greater than 15, but less than 35 knots, the limitations is 2500 HP until indicated airspeed is greater than 35 KIAS.
SOPWhat consideration should be given when selecting an airfield when a land as soon as possible emergency exists?
Landing at the nearest suitable military or civilian field which has at least 6000’ of runway.
NFM Ch. 12What conditions are conducive to windshear?
Temp change of 10*F pr more across a front or if front is moving at 30 knots or more
CNAFWho must validate an approach in order for military aircraft to fly it?
- US TERPS2. PANS-OPS3. NATO verified by US govt4. OPNAV validation of Jeppsen
NTTP Ch. 8What is required to conduct parachute ops above 20,000’?
All personnel will prebreathe 100% oxygen at or below 16,000’ for 30 minutes.
NFM Ch. 2Which booster system component is on the opposite side?
The elevator booster package is swapped in the back of the aircraft.
NFM Ch. 2When will the landing gear warning audio alert sound?
When the flaps lever is set at >70% with refueling pods NOT attached, or with the flaps set at >80% WITH refueling pods, and the landing gear is not down and locked, the landing gear warning audio will sound. It cannot be silenced until the landing gear is down and locked or the flaps lever is repositioned.
NFM Ch. 2Why do we enter the nose wheel well from the left side only?
Because of the possible hazard of venting liquid oxygen from the oxygen converter in the nose wheel well.Â
NFM Ch. 7What are low fuel state ops?
Defined as operations that result in the aircraft landing at the final destination with less than 6000lbs. At 8000lbs, main tank fuel quantity should be evenly distributed.
FAR/AIMWhat does squawk 7700 indicate?
Emergency aircraft
SOPTakeoff and Landing Weight Permission
Requiring OPSO notification: >155,000 during takeoff, >135,000 during landingRequiring CO approval: >164,000 during takeoff, >142,000 during landing
NTTP Ch. 6What are the minimum runway requirements for ALZ operations? Training or Sustainment Training/Operational?
TRAINING (initial)Landing: 3000’ or ground roll + 1000’Takeoff: 3000’ or ground run + 1000’, or AMFLMETO + 500’SUSTAINMENT TRAINING/OPERATIONALLanding: Ground roll + 500’Takeoff: Ground run + 500’ or AMFLMETOÂ
ORMWhat are the four principles of ORM?
- Accept risk when benefits outweigh costs2. Accept no unnecessary risk3. Anticipate and manage risk by planning4. Make risk decisions at the appropriate level
NFM Ch. 7What is the flight to ground idle transition speed limitation during a high speed landing?
145 KTAS
CFRAircraft approach category speeds? What speed is the based on?
Speed which aircraft approaches runway to land and to maneuver in event of a circle or missed.A < 90 KIASB 91-120 KIASC 121-140 KIASD 140-165 KIASE >166 KIAS
GPRestricted area - special use airspace
Designated airspace within which flight of aircraft, while not wholly prohibited, is subject to certain restrictions
PERFMAN Ch. 20What is the penalty for conducting crosswind takeoff?
200 feet should be subtracted from the runway distance available for computation of refusal speed.
PERFMAN Ch. 20What are runway condition readings?
RCR is a value which relates the average braking effectiveness of the particular runway surface to the braking capability of aircraft when containment is less than 3mm.Dry - Good - 23Wet - Medium - 12Icy - Poor - 5
NFM Ch. 7What is the standard climb schedule used in the KC-130?
180 KIAS to 10,000’170 KIAS to 15,000’160 KIAS to 25,000’
NFM Ch. 2What does the booster hydraulic system operate?
50% of flight controls
NFM Ch. 7ÂWhat are some considerations when conducting Heavy/High Speed Landings?
- Refer to PERFMAN to determine Landing Weight Limited by Max Brake Kinetic Energy
- Use 100% flaps
- Consider the 139 GS NG tire speed during touch down and 145 KTAS propeller ground range limit.Â
- Fly an approach at 145 KIAS if above 151,000 lbs.
- Extend flaps in 10* increments.Â
- Consider using MAX E approach and landing speeds.Â
- Monitor stall carat carefully during configuration changes and power-off scenarios.Â
- Setup proper glidepath to avoid heavy sink rates.Â
- Should go around at 100’ if displaced +75’ laterally or +/- 1* off glidepath.Â
FAR/AIMWhat is Vy and when is it used?
Vy is best rate of climb and used to gain altitude and reach cruising altitude quickly.
NFM Ch. 15How long should the IRCM be allowed to cool in standby?
15 minutes. as little as 5 seconds can be used to meet mission requirements.
CNAFOPNAV requirements for unpressurized aircraft with oxygen
All occupants shall use supplemental oxygen above 10,000. When oxygen is not available to other occupants, flight between 10,000-13,000’ is limited to 3 hours. Flight above 13,000’ is prohibited. Risk of DCS @ FL220 after 4 hours is 25%
PERFMAN Ch. 22Driftdown
If failure of one or two engines should occur during four-engine cruise operation, it may be necessary, due to the loss of power, for the aircraft to descend to a lower altitude. This forced descent is called driftdown.
NFM Ch. 6How does weight affect range?
For constant altitude operation, specific range increases with decreasing gross weight. Establish a new HP setting for each 5000 pounds of fuel burned.
QRH Ch. 6Rapid Decompression
a. Oxygen … NORMAL 100% ON (All)
PERFMAN Ch. 20What is the increase in Vmca with flaps 50% and one boost system inoperative?
+20 KIAS
SOPWhat is the minimum LOX requirements?
10L when departing home station. Overwater flights shall not depart home station with less than 18L.
QRH Ch. 5Fire/Smoke/Fumes Elimination
a. Crew/Pax … notify (PF/PM)b. Oxygen … EMER 100% ON (All)WARNING - If flammable fumes are present or suspected, do not turn on or off electrical equipment not required to carry out the procedure.ÂWARNING - If a fire is near an oxygen component or there is a possibility that the oxygen could increase the fire, consider closing the oxygen manual shutoff valve, provided portable oxygen bottles are adequate.Â
GPClass A airspace
Generally, airspace about FL180 to FL600, including the airspace overlying the waters within 12 nm off the coast.
QRH Ch. 3What start malfunctions can be overridden by holding the start switch to START?
ENG 1 NO LIGHTOFFENG 1 STAGNATED START
NFM Ch. 4What are the fuel balance limits?
- 1000 lbs between symmetrical2. 1500 lbs between wings3. One au full and the other aux empty, provided all other tanks are symmetrical.
NFM Ch. 2How does the asymmetrical flap protection work?
There are two asymmetrical sensing switches, one at each of the emergency flap brakes. If a torque tube in the system breaks or a coupling comes apart, the switches sense the resulting out-of-phase condition. When this occurs, DC power is routed by the switches to the emergency flap brake valve to lock the flap brakes. No further movement of the flaps is possible until maintenance resets the flap brakes.
NFM Ch. 2At what flap position will chaff dispensers become disabled?
> 15%
PERMAN Ch. 22Service ceiling
Altitude at which the maximum rate of climb at maximum continuous power and best climb speed is 100 fpm.
NFM Ch. 7When do you pull the FIRE HANDLE during a start?
- ENG FIRE (W)2. ENG MGT HI (W)3. START VLV OPEN4. Visible indications of fire5. Visible fluid leakWARNING: If MGT rapidly approachesÂ6o’clock
NFM Ch. 6Constant true airspeed profile
To establish TAS, maintain climb power until desired TAS is achieved, then reduce HP for the remainder of the flight to maintain TAS as aircraft becomes lighter .
NFM Ch. 15CMDS Auto
Automatically dispenses chaff against radar threat detected by RWR and flares against IR threat detected by MWS.
NFM Ch. 7What do you set in the course while flying a Back Course Localizer?
The Localizer Front Course
NFM Ch. 15Counter Measures Dispensing System
ALE-47 provides chaff and flares. MWS, LAIRIRCM, IRCM and RWR send dispense commands. Modes: MAN, SEMI, AUTO, Programs 1-4,5,6
NFM Ch. 4Takeoff and Landing Fuel Management
- Maximum usable fuel weights.2. No 1 and 4 always contain 500 - 1000 lbs more fuel than No 2 and No 3.3. Main tanks are full, except for fuel used for taxi, takeoff, and climb; but not less than 7060 lbs in No 1 and No 4, and not less than 6410 in No 2 and No 3 when external tanks contain usable fuel.4. Fuel unbalance is within limits.
NFM Ch. 2How can you override the ATCS? When would you want to use the override?
Three rapid depressions of either switch on the throttles within 2 seconds overrides the ATCS. Want to do if WOW and ATCS is erroneously on.
NFM Ch. 6How do you fly a constant true airspeed profile?
Maintain climb power until desired TAS is achieved, then reduce HP for the remainder of the flight to maintain TAS as aircraft becomes lighter.
FAAWhat does it mean when a VOR frequency is underlined on an approach plate?
No voice is available, which means flight service would not be able to communicate to you through the VOR.Â
NFM Ch. 7What is the speed margin for maximum effort landing touchdown speed?
Within 3 knots
QRH Ch. 5APU Fire
A. APU Fire handle…Pull (P/CP/CM)B. Agent…Discharge (if req) (P/CP/CM)wait 15 seconds before discharging 2nd bottle
GPDiverse departure
If airport has at least one IAP, but no departure procedures (because no obstacles penetrate the 40:1 obstacle identification surface), then aircraft can ensure obstacle clearance by conducting a diverse departure. Climb at 200’/nm minimum gradient, runway heading. At 400’ AGL, execute assigned heading turn.
NFM Ch. 4What are the hydraulic accumulator preload pressures for the utility, booster, normal brake, emergency brake and aerial refueling systems?
Utility: 1500 +/-100 psiBooster: 1500 +/-100 psiNormal Brakes: 1500 +/- 100 psiEmergency Brakes: 1000 +/-100 psiAR: 1350 +/-50 psi
QRH Ch. 5Fire/Smoke/Fumes Elimination
A. Crew/Pax…Notify (PF/PM)B. Oxygen…EMER 100% ON (All)
CNAFWhat are the factors to consider when continuing 3-engine?
PIC should only proceed to destination after considering:1. Nature of emergency and possible mechanical difficulties if continued2. Altitude, weight and usable fuel at time of engine loss3. Terrain and weather en route and at airfield4. Traffic congestion at airfields5. Pilot familiarity6. Power remaining is sufficient