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05/20/2022

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Term
Maximum Takeoff and Landing Tailwind
Definition

10 knots

 

(FCOM Vol. 1 Rev 2  L.10.2)

Term
Severe Turbulent Air Penetration Speed
Definition

Below 25,000' = 270 knots, and above 25,000' = 280 knots or 0.82 Mach (lower) all alt's MM + 15 knots.

 

(FCOM Vol 1, Rev 2: L.10.2)

Term
What limitations do we have with the HF Radio?
Definition

Do not operate HF radios during refueling operations.

 

(FCOM Vol 1: Rev 2: L.10.2)

Term
What limitations do we have with the Weather Radar?
Definition

Avoid weather radar operation when:

1. In a hangar

2. When personnel are within the area normally enclosed by the aircraft nose radome

 

*Note: The hangar recommendation does not apply to the weather radar test mode.

*This is not a memory item, but is included here to avoid subject duplication with the "familiarity" deck

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.2)

Term
Maximum Taxi Weight
Definition

N702GT-N706GT, N774SA, N775SA:  768,000 lbs   (348,358 kg)

N714SA, N777SA:  768,800 lbs

 

* These are not listed as limitation memory items but have still been required for memorization.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.3)

Term
Maximum Takeoff Weight
Definition

N702GT-N706GT, N774SA, N775SA: 766,000 lbs (347,451 kg)

N714SA, N777SA: 766,800 lbs

 

* These are not listed as limitation memory items but have still been required for memorization.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.3)

Term
Maximum Landing Weight
Definition

575,000 lbs (260,815 kg)

 

* These are not listed as limitation memory items but have still been required for memorization.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.3)

Term
Maximum Zero Fuel Weight
Definition

547,000 lbs (248,115 kg)

 

* These are not listed as limitation memory items but have still been required for memorization.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.3)

Term
Autopilot Limitations
Definition

1. Do not use the autopilot below 100 radio altitude at airport field elevations above 8,500' (except N704GT)

2. The autopilot must not be engaged below a minimum altitude of 200' AGL, after takeoff.

3. Without LAND 2 or LAND 3 annunciated, the autopilot must be disengaged below 200' AGL

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.3-4)

Term
What limitations do we have on FLCH?
Definition

Do not use FLCH on final approach below 1000' AFE.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.4)

Term
Automatic Landing Limitations
Definition

1. Headwind: 25 knots

2. Tailwind:  10 knots

3. Crosswind: 25 knots

4. Crosswind CAT II/III: 15 knots

5. Maximum Glideslope: 3.25°

6. Minimum Glideslope:  2.5°

7. Flaps 20 or 30

8. Normal or Single Engine, AFDS must display LAND2 or LAND3

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.4)

Term
Reverse Thrust Limitation
Definition

1. Intentional selection of reverse thrust in flight is prohibited

2. Backing the airplane with use of reverse thrust is prohibited

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.5)

Term
AFM Limitation Flight Controls
Definition

Avoid rapid and large alternating control inputs, especially in combination with large changes in pitch, roll, or yaw (e.g. large side slip angles) as they may result in structural failure at any speed, including below VA.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.6)

Term
Flap Operation Limitation
Definition

Maximum altitude with flaps extended = 20,000'

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.6)

Term
Runway Slope Limit
Definition

+/- 2%

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.2)

Term
Maximum Operating Altitude
Definition

43,100' pressure altitude

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.2)

Term
Maximum Takeoff and Landing Pressure Altitude
Definition

N702GT-N703GT, N705GT-N706GT, N714SA-N777SA:

9,800' pressure altitude

N704GT: 

8,400' pressure altitude

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.2)

Term
RVSM Operation Limitations
Definition

1. Prior to takeoff, maximum allowable difference between Capt or FO altitude display and field elevation is 75'.

2. In the air, 200' difference between CA and FO.

3. Standby altimeter does not meet RVSM accuracy requirements.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.2)

(FCOM Vol 1, Rev 2: SP.11.22)

Term
Door Mounted Power Assists and Escape Slides Limitation
Definition

Main door emergency power assists and evacuation slide systems must be armed with the select handle in the ARMED position prior to any aircraft movement.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.2)

Term
SATCOM Phone Limitations
Definition

N714SA, 777SA, N702GT - N706GT:

Do not use SwiftBroadband service for ATC communication.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.4)

Term
Engine Limit Display Markings
Definition

Maximum and Minimum limits are Red

Caution limits are Amber

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.5)

Term
Engine Fuel System Temperature Limits
Definition

1. Maximum fuel temperature 49°C

2. Prior to takeoff min fuel temperature -40°C or 3°C above the fuel freezing point, whichever is higher

3. In-flight minimum fuel temperature must be maintained 3°C or higher above the freezing point of the fuel used

    *Fuel system icing inhibitor additives do not change the min fuel tank temperature limit

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.5)

Term

Tailwind Limitations During Ground Operation

(Exclusive of Takeoff)

Definition

1. Tailwinds and Crosswinds between 30-45 knots limit engine power to a max of 70% N1

2. Avoid thrust levels above that required for normal taxi operation in all tailwinds and crosswinds greater than 45 knots

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.5)

Term
APU Starter Limits
Definition

1. 3 attempts in 60 minutes each (electric and air each)

2. 1 minute between 1st and 2nd start and 2nd and 3rd start (electric and air each)

 

(FCOM Vol 2:Rev 1: L.10.5)

Term
EFB  Limitation (all deactivated)
Definition

1. EFB portable keyboard and attaching cable must be stowed for takeoff and landing

2. Excludes N704GT-N706GT (but the panel mounted EFB's are all deactivated at this time)

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.6)

Term
ADIRU Alignment Limitation
Definition

Do not attempt at latitudes greater than 78° 14.75'

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.9)

Term
RNAV and RNP Operations Limitations
Definition

1. Do not modify RNAV procedures

2. If unable to comply, notify ATC for new clearance

3. When on RNAV approach, must go around if "UNABLE RNP" displays and unable to proceed visual

4. Must load RNAV procedure by name from the database.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.9)

Term
RNAV (RNP)/ICAO RNP (AR) Approach Limitation
Definition

FAA: RNAV (RNP)ICAO: RNP (AR)Not authorized

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.10)

Term
Fuel Type Limitations
Definition

Approved fuels:

1. Jet A and Jet A-1 (ASTM-D1655)

2. JP-5 (MIL-DTL-5624)

3. JP-8 (MIL-DTL-93133)

 

Prohibited fuels:

1. Jet-B

2. JP-4

 

(think: B4A58)

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.10)

Term
Fuel System Loading Schedule Limitations
Definition

1. Main tanks must be scheduled to be full if center tank fuel is to be loaded.

2. Center tank may have up to 3000lbs with less than full mains if the center tank fuel + actual zero fuel weight CG limits are observed

 

*N704GT:  If operating under alternate compliance of AD 2016-11-03, an additional 320kg must be added to the center tank load.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.10)

Term
GPWS Look Ahead Terrain Limitations
Definition

1. Do not use the terrain display for navigation

2. It is prohibited to use look ahead and terrain display within 15 NM of takeoff, approach, or landing when airport or runway are not in the terrain database

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.10)

Term
TCAS Limitation
Definition

Pilots are authorized to deviate from their current ATC clearance to the extent necessary to comply with a TCAS II Resolution Advisory

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.11)

Term
Flap Speed Limitations
Definition

Flaps 1  -  265 kts          Flaps 5  -  245 kts      Flaps 15  - 230 kts

Flaps 20  - 225 kts         Flaps 25  - 200 kts     Flaps30  - 180 kts

 

 

*Note: This is not listed in the limitations section, but has been asked on orals.

 

(FCOM Vol 2 Rev 2: 9.10.9)

Term
Tire Speed Limitation
Definition

Nominally 235 kts, use PD Takeoff table for the correct tail number to find the max weight.

 

*Note: This is not a listed in the limitations section, but has been asked on orals.

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: PD.14.2)

Term
Maximum Demonstrated Takeoff and Landing Crosswind
Definition

38 knots

 

(FCOM Vol 1 Rev 2: L.10.2)

Term
Minimum Altitude for Autopilot disengagement on a NON-PRECISION Approach?
Definition

Must be disconnected below 200 feet on a NON-PRECISION approach but may be disconnected at MDA.

 

(FCOM Vol 1, Rev 2: L.10.3-4 & NP.21.54)

(QRH, Rev 17: MAN.2.5-6)

Term
What is the requirement for using Engine Anti-Ice on the ground?
Definition

Temperature 10°C or less with:

1. Visible moisture (clouds, fog with visibility of one statute mile (1600 m) or less, rain, snow, sleet, ice crystals, and so on) is present

2. Ice, snow, slush, or standing water is present on the ramps, taxiways, or runways

 

(FCOM Vol 1, Rev 2: SP.16.2)

Term
When do you need to do a run-up before takeoff?
Definition

When Both are True:

1. Temperature 3°C or lower.

2. Anti-Ice on ground required.

 

(FCOM Vol 1, Rev 2: SP.16.4)

Term
What is the cold weather Run-Up procedure?
Definition

Check that the area behind the airplane is clear.  Then Run-up to a minimum of 50% N1 for approximately 1 second duration every 60 minutes or less.

 

(FCOM Vol 1, Rev 2: SP.16.4)

Term
How often is the Run-Up procedure required during extended ground ops with Anti-Ice requirement?
Definition

1 second duration every 60 minutes or less.

 

(FCOM Vol 1, Rev 2: SP.16.4)

Term
[  ] CABIN ALTITUDE
Definition

Condition: 

Cabin altitude is excessive

1.  Don the oxygen masks.

2.  Establish crew communications.

3.  Check the cabin altitude and rate.

4.  If the cabin altitude is uncontrollable (Uncontrollable = the vents are closed and altitude is still increasing)

Then:

SUPRNMRY OXYGEN switch...…Push to ON and hold for 1 second

Without delay, descend to the lowest safe altitude or 10,000 feet, whichever is higher.

To descend (without automation):

Move the thrust levers to idle.

Extend speed brakes.

If structural integrity is in doubt,

limit airspeed and avoid high maneuvering loads.

Descend at VMO/MMO

To descend (with automation):

spin down altitude in altitude window

Select FLCH

Extend speed brakes

speed intervene

adjust altitude in altitude window.

 

(QRH  2.1  Rev 17)

Term
Aborted Engine Start L, R
Definition

Condition:

On the ground, an aborted engine start is needed.

1.  FUEL CONTROL switch (affected side) ............... CUTOFF

 

(QRH 7.1 Rev. 17)

Term
Dual Eng Fail/Stall
Definition

Condition:

Engine speed for both engines is below idle.

1.  FUEL CONTROL switches (both)..........CUTOFF, then RUN

2.  RAM AIR TURBINE switch.........Push and hold for 1 second

 

(QRH 7.2  Rev 17)

Term
[  ] ENG AUTOSTART L, R
Definition

Condition:

During a ground start, one of these occurs:

Autostart did not start the engine, or

Fuel control switch is in RUN at low engine RPM with the autostart switch OFF

1.  FUEL CONTROL switch (affected side) ................ CUTOFF

 

(QRH 7.4 Rev 17)

Term
Eng Lim / Surge / Stall L, R
Definition

Condition:

One or more of these occur:

Eng indications are abnormal, or

Eng indications are quickly nearing or show an exceedance, or

Abnormal Eng noises are heard, possibly with airframe vibration, or

There is no response to thrust lever movement or the response is abnormal, or

Flames in the engine inlet or exhaust are reported

1.  A/T ARM switch (affected side).........Confirm........OFF

2.  Thrust lever (affected side).........Confirm.........Retard until engine indications stay within limits or the thrust lever is at idle

 

(QRH 7.5 Rev 17)

Term
Eng Svr Damage / Sep L, R
Definition

Condition:

One or more of these occur:

Airframe vibrations with abnormal engine indications

Engine separation

1. A/T ARM switch (affected side)..................Confirm...OFF

2. Thrust lever (affected side)........................Confirm....Idle

3. FUEL CONTROL switch (affected side) .. Confirm .. CUTOFF

4. Engine fire switch (affected side)..............Confirm....Pull

 

(QRH 7.10 Rev 17)

Term
[  ] FIRE ENG L, R
Definition

Condition:

Fire is detected in the engine

1. A/T ARM switch (affected side)....Confirm....OFF

2. Thrust lever (affected side)....Confirm....Idle

3. FUEL CONTROL switch (affected side) ... Confirm ... CUTOFF

4. Engine fire switch (affected side)....Confirm....Pull

5. If the FIRE ENG message stays shown:

Engine fire switch (affected side)......Rotate to the stop and hold for 1 second

6. If after 30 seconds, the FIRE ENG message stays shown:

Engine fire switch (affected side)....Rotate to the other stop and hold for 1 second

 

(QRH 8.2 Rev 17)

Term
[  ] STABILIZER
Definition

Condition:

One of these occurs:

Stabilizer movement without a signal to trim

The stabilizer is failed

1.  STAB cutout switches (both).............................CUTOUT

2.  Do not exceed the current airspeed.

 

(QRH Rev 17: 9.1)

Term
Airspeed Unreliable
Definition

Condition:

Airspeed or Mach indications are suspected to be unreliable.  (Items which can indicate unreliable airspeed are listed in the Additional Information section of the QRH.)

Objective:

To identify a reliable airspeed indication, if possible, or to continue the flight using the Flight With Unreliable Airspeed table in the Performance Inflight chapter.

1. Autopilot disengage switch......Push

2. A/T ARM switches (both)..........OFF

3. F/D switches (both).....................OFF

4. Set the following gear up pitch attitude and thrust:

Flaps extended....10 degrees and 85% N1

Flaps up..................4 degrees and 70% N1

 

(QRH 10.1  Rev. 17)

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