VX Limitations &Recall (Memory) Items Flashcards
Max Operating Altitude
39,000 ft
Engine Start Max Crosswind (gusts included)
A321 only
45 kts
Takeoff Crosswind (gusts included)
A320
38 kts
A321
35 kts
Landing Crosswind (gusts included)
A320/321
38 kts
Takeoff and Landing Tailwind
10 kts
Max Airfield Wind for Takeoff or Landing (ASA)
50 kts or gust factor of 20 kts
Passenger Door Operation
65 kts
Cargo Door Operation
40 kts
(50 kts if aircraft is positioned into the wind or door is on the leeward side)
Cargo Doors must be closed before wind speed exceeds:
65 kts
Severe Turbulence Penetration (ASA)
A320
Below FL 200: 250 kts
FL 200 and above: 275 kts / 0.76 Mach
A321
Below FL 200: 275 kts
FL 200 and above: 305 kts / 0.76 Mach
Maximum speed with landing gear extended (VLE)
280 kts / M 0.67
Maximum speed at which the landing gear may be extended
(VLO - extension)
250 kts
Maximum speed at which the landing gear may be retracted
(VLO - Retraction)
220 kts
Maximum Tire Ground Speed (AFM)
195 kts
Max speed with Flight Deck window open
200 kts
Max speed when windshield wiper is in use
230 kts
Do not use LP Ground Conditioned Air while:
Packs Operating (avoids valve chatter)
Min AP Engagement on Takeoff
100 ft AGL or at least 5 seconds after liftoff
Min Height for AP Use in approach with FINAL APP mode
250 ft AGL
Min height for AP use in approach with V/S or FPA mode (ASA)
Applicable MDA/DH or 250 ft whichever is higher