Worldwide Ops Flashcards
TOBT
Target off-block time
CTOT
Calculated TO time (Wheels up)
TSAT
Target Start-Up Approval Time
EOBT
Estimated Off-block Time
SOBT
Scheduled off-block time
What is an Approach Ban?
When a country puts a limit on the visibility AND ceiling for the approach to commence before commencing the final approach segment.
Whats the difference between QNH and QNE
QNE is above TA
QNH is below TA
If you receive a QFE what is the procedure?
Respond but request QNH ( should be on request) Delta does not use QFE!
What terminology is used with ADS-B to show the controller has valid position?
Identified. Identification terminated is used when no longer in range
Chines flight level allocation scheme is found…
In the airway manual.
What is the Chinese Route Diversion procedure if unable to contact chinese controller.
Track right 30 degrees, parallel course at 5 NM climb or descend.
Define Class II navigation
Navigation that takes place outside of the standard range of VOR/VOR-DME/NDB
When flying over the middle east, what must civilian a/c do to identify themselves?
- Use transponder and weather radar at all times
- Actively monitor guard frequency
How does ICAO define mountainous area?
gain or loss of 3,000 ft within 10 NM
What defines a terrain box?
high terrain at or above 8,500 ft msl which prohibit a descent to 10,000 msl.
What altitude should you descend to if you cannot determine min altitude in terrain box?
FL250
How long are the passengers supplied O2
12 min
How many minutes prior to the EEP during ETOPs should you receive updated alternate wx?
45 min prior
ETOPS logbook must be signed off prior to ETOPS flight?
Yes