Ops Man Vol I

GENERAL 15.1

It is the ___ responsibility to open the cabin door.  ___ may only open the door only in the even of an emergency.

It is the ___  responsibility to close the cabin door for departure.

GENERAL 25.1

The heater blanket will be left off during falling or frozen precipitation events. As soon as the de-icing crew requests the aircraft be configured for de-icing, the flight crew will_______.

GENERAL 30.1

Takeoff with light coatings of frost up to_____ on the lower wing surface due to cold fuel is allowable.  However, all other wing surfaces must be free of snow, ice and frost.

____________ is acceptable on the upper surface of the fuselage (above cabin windows) provided all vents and ports are clear

GENERAL 30.2

Having an operative overwing heater system (does / does not ) relieve the flight crew of the requirement to check the airplane surfaces of frost, snow and ice accumulation

Cold Weather Operations         30-2

If operating with standing water/slush, the static port heaters must be on if

temperature is _______ or below. (AFM)

GENERAL 30.2

If the heater blankets are inoperative and the temperature is less than ____ degrees and high humidity or visible moisture is present.

GENERAL 30.3     COLD WX OPS

After engine start, if the oil pressure remains above the normal range (40-55psi) after the oil temperature has stabilized within limits, what action will you take?

30.4   GENERAL...  COLD WX OPS

Periodic engine runup, with engine anti ice system on, to as high a thrust setting as practical should be performed to minimize the possibility of ice buildup. use the following power settings:

_____% N1 for 15 seconds
_____% N1 for 40 seconds

Such runups need not be made more frequently than at ____ minute intervals.

30.4 GENERAL  COLD WX OPS

TAXI
Single engine taxi WITHOUT an operating APU will cause the ____________ to shed.

GENERAL 30.5  ( COLD Wx )

Studies have shown anti-icing fluid loses its effectiveness on highly curved surfaces at a faster rate.  ( T or F )
True False

GENERAL 30.5  ( COLD Wx )

CAUTION
When operating flaps during low temperatures, closely monitor flap indicators for positive movement.  If flaps stop prior to reaching the desired position, what action should you take?

GENERAL 30.5  ( COLD Wx )

BEFORE TAKEOFF or LANDING PROCEDURE

If takeoff or landing is to be made on a runway contaminated by standing water, slush, snow or ice, what action should you take regarding the APU?

GENERAL 30.6  ( COLD Wx )

Takeoff Procedure.

With a contaminated runway, a static takeoff should be performed. Advance the throttles
to ____ EPR and _____N2

GENERAL 30.7  ( COLD Wx )

Engine Anti-Icing in flight During Severe Icing Conditions

Maintaining ____ % N1 minimizes the possibility of fan blade icing which can cause engine vibration at low thrust settings.

GENERAL  30.10

Approach and Landing

Fuel Heat should be turned on for one minute prior to approach whenever the fuel temperature is ___^oC or below.

GENERAL 30.11

After Landing -Taxi Procedure

To reduce the possibility of flap damage after making an approach in icing conditions, or landing on a runway covered with snow or slush, do not retract the flaps / slats to less than _____ until the flap area has been checked free of contaminants

GENERAL 30.12

It is acceptable to have a thin coating of hoarfrost on the fuselage, provided all vents and ports are clear.  If the hoarfrost extends down to the area of the windows, what action must you take?

GENERAL 30.14

Deicing / Anti-icing Fluid types

There are four types of fluid AA uses for deicing / anti-icing.  Can you name them, and their associated color?

GENERAL 30.14

Fluid Types

Type III fluids are NOT authorized for use under AA's deicing program.  ( T or F )
True False

GENERAL   30.16

De-icing fluids: 

Anti-icing fluid that has failed must be flushed off.  Another coating of anti-icing fluid cannot be directly applied on top of a contaminated fluid.
( T or F )

True False

GENERAL 30.16

De-icing Fluids:

Hot water may be used to remove wing ice when the ambient temperature is ____^oC    ( _____^oF )
or above and no active precipitation is present or forecast.  There is NO holdover time for hot water.

GENERAL 30.18

De-icing Procedures:

APU and Engine Bleed Air Switches must be OFF prior to start of de-icing and remain OFF until one minute after de-icing is completed.
( T or F )
True False

GENERAL 30.21

Preparing for De-icing:

Both engines will normally be _______ for de-icing / anti-icing.  Coordinate with the local de-icer

GENERAL  30.24

CABIN PRE-TAKEOFF CONTAMINATION CHECK

This check is performed by the flight crew from inside the passenger cabin, and is required:
( three items )

STARTING 15.8  Bulletin

1. Engine Warm-up:  If the engines have been shut down for more than two hours, warm engines up for ____ minutes at low power settings.

STARTING 15.8  Bulletin

When airplane is exposed to tailwinds in excess of ____ knots, reverse engine rotation may occur, increasing the probability of a hot start.

STARTING 15.8  Bulletin    dated 5-29-12

If starter capacity is limited, place fuel lever to ON at   ____ %  N1 but no less than   ____%   N2

STARTING 15.8 

For starting EGT of  ___°C through  ____°C, create an Info toMaintenance entry in E6. No Maintenance action is required.
If EGT limit of ____° is exceeded for any period of time, immediatelyshut down the engine. Record the peak EGT and duration of overtemp in E6.  Request maintenance to come out to the aircraft.

STARTING    15.8  Post Start Overtemp

If EGT is between ___ to___°C after stabilized idle, engine shutdown is not required. Make an INFO-ITEM entry in the AML.

If EGT exceeds____°C, immediately shut down engine. Contact maintenance and make an AML entry

STARTING       15.8 

For 94xx and 96xx (TWA) airplanes, engine data is displayed on an electronic Engine Display Panel (EDP).

N1, N2, and EGT Indicator digits will _____when a hot start is imminent or maximumvalue is exceeded

Single engine taxi is not authorized when:

Autobrakes, if operative, must be armed prior to landing when any of the following conditions exist:

Landing Flaps: Flaps 28 normally used:

Flaps 40 is required for landing when:

Flaps 40 is recommended for landing when:

Climb to cruise altitude at the following speeds:

Below 10000'

above 10000'

TWA Intersection takeoffs (are / are not) authorized when performing RNAV SIDS on FMS aircraft unless coded and in the database.

The GFMS may command up to _____ bank angle (FMS up to 25°) with
NAV selected.

When flying RNAV SIDS the pilot-flying must ensure the aircraft is properly configured for the airspeed being flown

Day Visual Approach Briefing

The approach briefing shall include:

Instrument Approach or Night Visual Approach Briefing
The approach briefing shall include:

Approach Speed
A minimum of ____knots is to be applied to VREF (1.3 VS) for all normal
configuration approaches.

Add to Vref the greater of _________of the steady state winds above 20 kts or ________ of the gust factor. Whichever is greater.

Approach Speed
The maximum wind correction should not exceed ____knots. Maintain resulting speed (VREF plus additive) until initiation of landing flare.

Normal nosewheel tire inflation pressure:

Normal main gear tire inflation pressure:

Preflighting your fuel gauges, you press the test button. What numbers do you see?

To preclude engine FOD, the manufacturer recommends a maximum taxi speed of ______.

Power backs are no longer approved. T or F
True False

For RNAV SIDS, engage NAV at ___feet AFL

TAXI – TAKEOFF 20.3

During an RNAV SID, the GFMS may command up to ___ bank angle (FMS up to ___)
with NAV selected.

15.2 APPROACH LANDING GO AROUND
Captains and F/O baro altimeter ref:
CAT III -
CAT II -
CAT I  -
NON ILS MDA -
VFR -

15.2 APPROACH LANDING GO AROUND
Captain and F/O radio altimeter setting:
CAT III -
CAT II -
CAT I  -
VFR  -

15.2 APPROACH – LANDING – GO-AROUND

A stabilized approach must be established before descending below:
• IMC _____ feet AFL.
• VMC _____ feet AFL.

15.2 APPROACH – LANDING – GO-AROUND

APPROACH – LANDING – GO-AROUND 20.3

Callout “AIRSPEED” with landing flaps, anytime approach speed is:
____knots below app speed
____ knots above app speed.

Rate of Descent:
Callout –“SINK RATE”
• When below: If descent rate exceeds:
2000 ft: ____ fpm
1000 ft: ____ fpm
Inside FAF: ____ fpm

Callout “COURSE” / “GLIDESLOPE”
On final, when any crewmember observes during an ILS approach,
> ____ dot deviation of localizer indication on the PFD.
> ____ dot on the G/S.

Callout “COURSE” / “GLIDESLOPE” On final,
• Non-ILS / RNAV (GPS / GNSS):
Lateral deviation:
Vertical deviation:

Callout “COURSE”for the following approach deviations:

VOR approach: ____
NDB approach:_____
LOC approach:_____

With less than 4000 RVR (1200 m) or 3/4 mile
• Landing weight based on ______ limits.

the pilot may not descend below
100 feet above the touchdown zone elevation using the approach
lights as a reference unless ________ or _________are also distinctly visible and identifiable to the pilot

Conditions Requiring a Go-Around from a CAT II / III Approach:
• Below 300 feet (RA), if satisfactory tracking performance is not maintained.
• The following are conditions requiring a go-around from a CAT II / III approach that may not be dictated by crew coordination procedures:

Maximum Wind Limits – Landing

Tailwind (AFM):

Maximum Wind Limits – Landing

Max Demonstrated _______
Braking Action Fair _______
Braking Action Poor_______

< 4000RVR 3/4 mile vis _____

Maximum Wind Limits: Autoland

Headwind.......
Tailwind ........
Crosswind ......

_________ and __________ are required for all non-ILS approaches when the weather is less than 1000/3.  The DFGC switch must be positioned to the operative Flight director/autopilot system.

Non-ILS Approach Go-Around Requirements:
A go-around is required if the following conditions occur and a visual approach and landing cannot be
accomplished:

RNAV approach:

Non-ILS Approach Go-Around Requirements: A go-around is required if the following conditions occur and a visual approach and landing cannot be accomplished:
(Deflection/Deviation)

VOR:
NDB:
LOC:

NON ILS APPROACHES;

The pilot flying autopilot and flight director are required for all NON-ILS when the weather is less than:

Wing Landing Lights
Wing landing light motors should be allowed to cool for _____ minutes after initial extension or retraction and _____ minutes after each subsequent extension or retraction.
Lamps should not be operated in still, ambient air for periods of over _____minutes due to excessive heat build-up.

Automatic Landings – General (AFM)
Do not conduct an automatic landing if:

Six items...

Autothrottle (AFM) AD 1997-04-10


Autothrottle must be __________ if engine stall (surge) is detected

Automatic Landings – Requirements for Making...

Runway:
• Do not autoland on a runway that:
(two items)

Battery Limits:

Fully charged batteries will supply Emergency Power for approximately _____minutes

Battery Limits

Normal Voltage ......

Minimum Voltage: Emer Pwr Selector ON (battery under load) .........

DC Bus Limits
Voltage .......

35.2 SYSTEMS

NOTE

______ reset(s) of the APU generator is permitted for each APU start.
If an APU generator required resetting more than _________, a
numbered “info to maintenance” entry in the E-6 logbook should be
made.

SYSTEMS    15.1

Dispatch for Unpressurized Flight

Maximum altitude when aircraft is dispatched for unpressurized flight is
________feet. Passenger unpressurized flight (is / is not) authorized.