USEM Flashcards
Define land as soon as possible
Declare an emergency and land at the nearest suitable airfield.
Define land as soon as practical
Emergency conditions are less urgent. Immediate landing at the nearest suitable airfield may not be necessary
What conditions constitute a normal start?
Light off within 10
Normal Acceleration to Idle
ITT below 550
Oil pressure at least 40
Whats a hung start?
When the engine doesnt accelerate to idle. If it persists it will become a hot start
Why are the radio masters off for engine start?
Voltage spikes
What does operating the engine with the EFCs off cause?
Fuel nozzle coking
Whats a WARNING note
Personal injury or loss of life possible
Whats a CAUTION note
Damage to equipment possible
Whats the definition of a note?
Something considered essential to emphasize
What are the four braking modes?
Manual (pump brake for pressure)
Power (hydraulic powered)
Anti-Skid
Emergency (nitrogen powered)
How should you engage MA-1A barrier
Slow as much as possible
Hit it perpendicular and in the middle
What do you do if you lose anti-skid while landing?
Immediately place the switch to off
Try power braking from both sides
Use emergency brakes
Is it necessary to extend speedbrakes during an abort?
Yes. It places max weight on the wheels.
What happens to the brakes when the temp reaches 430F
The fuse plugs blow
When should you secure the engine if you have failure on takeoff?
Above 400 feet AND clear of obstacles