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Who provides the "Performance Data" for Horizon Air operations? |
Jeppesen
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At what time may the "Takeoff Charts" in the "Performance Handbook" be used?
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Only when one of the following conditions exists:
1. A "Takeoff Report" is not available. 2. The actual OAT exceeds the temperature range on the Takeoff Report. 3. The QNH is more than 0.10 "below" the Planned QNH. 4. Performance for the intended runway of departure is not available on the Takeoff Report, but is available in the "Performance Handbook". |
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Takeoff Runway Analysis charts utilize the benefits of what information?
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Clearway, stopway, runway slope and reduced V1s for brake energy.
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Takeoff Data utilize the following codes to indicate the "limiting factor". What does each code represent?
C / B / O / T / F / V / A |
C = Climb limited
B = Brakes O = Obstacle limited T = Tires F = Field V = Vmcg A = Maximum AFM Chart Weight |
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When may a turn be commenced following takeoff?
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Not below 400' AGL.
The weather must be reported at least 1,000' / 3 miles, unless a "SID" or "Special Departure Procedure" requires it. If the weather is reported "below" 1,000' / 3 miles then the minimum altitude to commence a turn is 1,000 feet AGL. Accept "No Radar Vectors" below 1,000 feet AGL. |
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What restrictions apply in order to initiate a turn below 1,000 feet agl?
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1. Weather must be reported as 1,000 / 3 miles or better.
2. Both engines must be operating at the initiation of the turn. 3. The crew must determine that obstruction clearance can be maintained visually. 4. In the event that an engine fails during the turn you must be able to maneuver the aircraft back to the "turn procedure" if not already above the MVA, MSA or MEA. |
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What are the three (3) types of "Turn Procedures" with regards to engine failure after takeoff?
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1. Standard
2. Simple - Special 3. Complex - Special |
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During an engine failure on takeoff, what is the minimum altitude you may commence a turn?
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50 feet AGL (only if the departure procedure states "Climb Via").
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While following a "Turn Procedure", what is the maximum allowable bank angle to be used in the Q-400?
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At V2: 15 degrees
At V2+10: 30 degrees |
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At what time is the "Standard" turn procedure used?
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Anytime that no Special turn procedure exists for that airport.
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What procedure must be followed while doing a "Standard Turn Procedure" with engine failure below 1,000' AGL?
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ENGINE FAILURE BELOW 1,000' AGL:
VMC Conditions: 1. Climb straight ahead to 1,000' AGL. 2. Return to the field in VMC conditions. IMC Conditions: Climb straight ahead to 1,000' AGL. WITH A NAVAID LISTED 1. Commence turn to the navaid using the maximum bank angle allowed for the current aircraft's speed. 2. Enter a hold at the navaid using a "Direct Entry" on the inbound radial. 3. Vectors may be accepted only when above 1,000' AGL. WITH A HEADING LISTED 1. Commence turn to the heading using the maximum bank angle allowed for the current aircraft's speed. 2. Climb on heading until a "Safe Altitude" is reached. 3. Vectors may be accepted only when above 1,000' AGL. |
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What procedure must be followed while doing a "Standard Turn Procedure" with engine failure "above" 1,000' AGL?
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ENGINE FAILURE ABOVE 1,000' AGL:
VMC Conditions: 1. Return to the field in VMC conditions. IMC Conditions: WITH A NAVAID LISTED 1. Commence turn to the navaid using the maximum bank angle allowed for the current aircraft's speed. 2. Enter a hold at the navaid using a "Direct Entry" on the inbound radial. 3. Vectors may be accepted only when above 1,000' AGL. WITH A HEADING LISTED 1. Commence turn to the heading using the maximum bank angle allowed for the current aircraft's speed. 2. Climb on heading until a "Safe Altitude" is reached. 3. Vectors may be accepted only when above 1,000' AGL. |
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When is a "Simple-Special" turn procedure required?
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Anytime that a turn is required below 1,000' AGL.
Accept "no radar vectors" below 1,000 feet agl. |
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"Simple-Special" turn procedures are required to be followed to what altitude?
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VMC Conditions: 1,000 feet AGL
IMC Conditions: 3,000 feet AGL - Radar vectors "are allowed" only above 1,000' AGL! |
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When is a "Complex-Special" turn procedure required?
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Anytime that a turn is required below 1,000' agl and the turn procedure is "too complexed" to fit on the data card.
A special departure plate is provided by Jeppessen. |
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At what times is it mandatory to follow the "Complex-Special" turn procedure?
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During engine failure under "BOTH" VMC and IMC conditions!
Turn procedure must be followed to 3,000 feet AGL. |
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What is the "Minimum" climb speed below "Acceleration Height"?
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V2 + 10 kts
(One graded mark on the airspeed tape) |
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If Takeoff Performance is "not available", where can the "V-Speeds" be obtained?
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From the V-Speed charts in the performance handbook (I-Pad). V1 can only be obtained from the airport/runway specific Takeoff charts within the performance handbook.
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What do the "green shaded" V-Speeds represent on the V-Speed charts within the performance handbook?
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De-Ice Fluid applied to the aircraft numbers.
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When calculating the performance data for takeoff using the Takeoff Performance charts do you round up or down for "Actual Takeoff Weight"?
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Round Down
Always apply the Vr correction for temperature and pressure altitude using the Vr Correction chart! |
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At what times is a "Reduced Torque Takeoff" prohibited?
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1. Initial flight of the day.
2. Any tailwind exists. 3. Suspected windshear. 4. De-ice fluids have been applied. 5. Contaminated runway. 6. Icing conditions exist below acceleration height. |
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When is a runway considered to be a "Wet Runway"?
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100% of the runway is covered with moisture with a water depth of less than 1/8".
The runway has sufficient moisture to appear reflective. The runway is "not considered wet" if there are "Dry Spots" forming on a drying runway. |
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When is a runway considered to be a "Slippery Runway"?
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Anytime that the runway conditions are expected to reduce the braking action to a "LOW" condition, due to the presence of ice.
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When is a runway considered to be "Contaminated"?
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When more than 25% of the runway length, within the width being used, is covered by more than:
- 1/8" Standing Water or Slush - Any accumulation of snow or ice on the runway. - A runway may also be considered contaminated when less than 25% of the runway is covered if the contamination is located prior to the midway point on the runway. |
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Operations on "Contaminated Runways" require what?
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1. MTOP Power
2. Bleeds Off Advance the thrust levers more rapidly so that you may accelerate through 40 kts as quickly as possible. This will reduce the chances of contaminates adhearing to the gear assemblies. |
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What is the definition of a "Dry Runway"?
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A runway that is neither "wet" or "contaminated".
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What is the "Maximum" runway contaminate depths for takeoff and landing?
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TAKEOFF AND LANDING
STANDING WATER or SLUSH: 1/2" WET SNOW: 1.0" DRY SNOW: 4.0" |
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Contaminated runway performance is based on ____ temperature at the airport of intended landing or at the time of departure from the departure airport.
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Forecast
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When conducting a "Contaminated Runway" takeoff, is the takeoff data valid at all temperatures?
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No
It is only valid for the listed temperature with no tailwind! Data for tailwind conditions must be obtained through dispatch. |
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When must "new" contaminated runway performance data be obtained?
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Anytime that the "Actual Temperature" is "warmer" than that which the data was calculated.
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What must be accomplished when departing from a "contaminated runway"?
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Select the "CNTM" button on JAWS and enter the new MRTW derived from the contamination section of the "Takeoff Report".
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What is the minimum cleared runway width allowed for takeoff and landing?
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The runway must be cleared to a minimum of 100 feet.
If the runway is cleared less than 150 feet wide then the Braking Action must be reported as "Fair or Better" if the crosswind exceeds 10 kts. |
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Corrections to the "Takeoff Analysis Report" is required when?
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1. Actual "Maximum Takeoff Weight" exceeds the "Maximum Flight Planned Takeoff Weight" on the report.
2. The actual altimeter setting is .10 or more "BELOW" the planned altimeter setting. 3. Temperature is "greater" than that planned. |
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What "Method" is listed on the Takeoff Report when using ZNTOL performance data?
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"TERRAIN CLEARANCE"
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Where can ZNTOL (Zero Net Takeoff Limit) tables be found for use while inflight?
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Aircraft's Performance Manual or IPad
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What does "TERRAIN CLEARANCE" (ZNTOL) guarantee?
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1. The aircraft will clear all obstacles within 5 SM either side of course by 1,000 feet.
2. The aircraft will be able to maintain a positive rate of climb at V2, 1,500' above the "Destination" airport. |
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When performance calculations on the takeoff report are based on "Driftdown" how is it shown on the report?
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"MOUNTAIN DRIFTDOWN"
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What does "MOUNTAIN DRIFTDOWN" performance guarantee?
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1. The aircraft will clear all obstacles within 5 SM either side of course by 2,000 feet.
2. The aircraft will be able to maintain a positive rate of climb at V2, 1,500' above the "diversion airport". |
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What does "MOUNTAIN DRIFTDOWN" performance calculations assume?
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1. The aircraft will return to the departure airport if available.
2. If it is not possible to divert back to the departure airport you may divert anywhere along the flight planned route to the alternate. |
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What does the term "DRIFTDOWN NOT REQUIRED" on the performance data mean?
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It means that once the aircraft has reached the specified altitude you will be able to drift down along your "flight planned" route all the way to your destination.
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What does the term "MIN ACCEPT ALTITUDE" on the performance data mean?
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This is the lowest altitude that you may accept for cruise and still be able to meet all "MOUNTAIN DRIFTDOWN" performance requirements.
This is usually 4,000 feet below "planned cruise altitude". |
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When will Visops data show an "Ice Accumulation Penalty"?
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Anytime that icing is anticipated along the route of flight and the "Destination" airport's temperature is below +10 degrees C.
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What must the flight crew do in the event of an engine failure while enroute?
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Proceed to the nearest "Suitable" airport.
- Nearest airport served by Horizon/Alaska Air |
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If the performance data was based on "Terrain Clearance" and engine failure occurs while enroute while "below" the single engine service ceiling, what must the crew do?
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1. Climb at Vse / Maximum continuous power.
2. Use ice protection "Only When Necessary". 3. Return to the departure airport or divert to a suitable alternate airport utilizing radar vectors and terrain clearance altitudes. 4. If necessary, climb in a holding pattern to reach the initial MEA for route of flight. |
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If the performance data was based on "Terrain Clearance" and engine failure occurs while enroute when "above" the single engine service ceiling, what must the crew do?
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1. Set Maximum Continuous Power.
2. If unable to hold altitude, drift down at Vse and MCP. 3. Use Ice protection only when necessary! 4. Divert to the nearest suitable airport or alternate airport. |
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If the performance data is based on "Mountain Driftdown" and an engine fails while enroute while "Below" the single engine service ceiling, what must the crew do?
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1. Climb at Vse and Maximum Continuous Power.
2. Use Ice protection equipment as required! 3. Return to the airport of departure via the planned route if able. 4. If unable ... Divert to the nearest suitable diversion airport, checking engine inoperative altitude capability against terrain clearance. 5. If necessary climb in a holding pattern until reaching the MEA or maximum aircraft altitude capability, whichever is "lower" for the route of flight. |
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If the performance data is based on "Mountain Driftdown" and an engine fails while enroute while "Above" the single engine service ceiling, but below "Min Accept Altitude" what must the crew do?
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1. Set Maximum Continuous Power.
2. If unable to hold altitude, drift down at Vse. 3. Use ice protection as required! 4. If able, return to the departure airport via the planned route. 5. If unable, divert to the nearest suitable diversion airport, checking engine inoperative altitude capability against terrain clearance. |
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If the performance data is based on "Mountain Driftdown" and an engine fails while enroute while "Above" the single engine service ceiling, and "Above" the "Min Accept Altitude" what must the crew do?
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1. Set Maximum Continuous Power.
2. If unable to hold altitude, drift down at Vse. 3. Use ice protection as required! 4. Divert to the nearest suitable diversion airport, checking engine inoperative altitude capability against terrain clearance. 5. After reaching level-off altitude, as fuel is burned off, allow the aircraft to accelerate to single engine cruise speed. |
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What is the definition of V1?
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Takeoff Decision Speed
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What is the definition of Vr?
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Rotation Speed
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What is the definition of V2?
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Takeoff Safety Speed
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What is the definition of Vse?
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Single Engine Climb Speed
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What is the definition of VFTO (VT)?
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Final Takeoff Climb Speed
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The two (2) primary airspeed reference bugs are the "Blue Solid Triangle" and the "Blue Open Triangle". What is each bug set to for takeoff?
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Blue Open Triangle:
Vse Blue Solid Triangle: Vse (ice) |
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The two (2) primary airspeed reference bugs are the "Blue Open Triangle" and the "Blue Solid Triangle". What is each bug set to for landing?
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Blue Open Triangle:
Normal Vref Blue Solid Triangle: Vref (ice) - Used when: 1. In icing conditions. 2. Bank angle greater than 15 degrees is required. 3. Windshear or wind gusts greater than 10 kts are reported. |
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The two (2) primary airspeed reference bugs are the "Blue Open Triangle" and the "Blue Solid Triangle". During a missed approach which bug is referenced?
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Blue Open Triangle:
- Single Engine Climbs with aircraft "clean". - Two engine windshear or EGPWS recovery. Blue Solid Triangle: - Normal Two Engine Climb Speed (max pitch of 15 degrees nose up) - Single Engine Climbs with aircraft "icing". |
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At what times is a "Reduced Np Landing" prohibited?
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1. Landings are accomplished at the "Solid Bug".
2. Performance requires "Bleeds Off". 3. The tailwind exceeds 10 kts. 4. Suspected windshear. 5. Contaminated runways. 6. Braking action is less than "Good". 7. Landing performance is derived from the Emergency/Abnormal checklist. |
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Between what dates do we use "Winter Weights" for passenger weights when computing the weight and balance?
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November 1st through April 30th.
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Between what dates do we use "Summer Weights"for passenger weights when computing the weight and balance?
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May 1st to October 31st!
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What are the "Average Passenger Weights" used for weight and balance calculations?
Summer? / Winter? |
SUMMER:
Adults: 196 lbs Children: 88 lbs WINTER: Adults: 201 lbs Children: 93 lbs |
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Average "Passenger Weights" include how much weight for carry-on items?
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22 lbs
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What weights do we use for "Military Groups" when calculating weight and balance data?
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Actual passenger, baggage and carry-on weights.
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What is the average baggage weights used when computing weight and balance data?
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Normal Bag: 30 lbs (34 lbs for Vancouver)
Heavy Bags: 60 lbs Carry-ons: 22 lbs (placed in cargo) |
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The "first flight of the day" requires you to use NTOP power for what reason?
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To verify engine performance.
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What is the "minimum" brake cooling (Turn-Around) time required prior to a subsequent takeoff?
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10 minutes
Consult the "Minimum Turn-Around Time" chart located in the Performance Handbook. |
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Crew pairing requires at least one (1) pilot to have how many hours of flight time in the aircraft type?
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75 hours (including IOE)
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If the captain is "High Minimums" (less than 100 hours in type excluding IOE), what landing minimum restrictions apply?
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Under exemption 5549 the captain may use normal landing minimums for "Cat I" or "Cat II" approaches if the following procedures are adhered to:
1. Cat III airplane. 2. Cat III qualified crew pairing. 3. Cat III procedures are used! If unable to use exemption 5549 then: Add 100' / 1/2 mile to minimums for destination. Alternate airport must be reporting 300' / 1 mile for use. Use normal landing minimums for non precision approaches! |
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If the First Officer has less than 100 hours in type (excluding IOE), the captain must make all takeoffs and landings when?
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1. Special Airports |
