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What do PLT and CPLT identify in the A220 FCOM? start learning
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Physical crew positions: PLT is the left pilot position and CPLT is the right pilot position.
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What are OEB Immediate Actions? start learning
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Actions identified in an Operations Engineering Bulletin that must be memorized and immediately applied without referring to the OEB.
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When do MMEL requirements cease to apply? start learning
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After the thrust levers are advanced at the start of takeoff.
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When may a tripped circuit breaker normally be reset or cycled in flight? start learning
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Only when an explicit FCOM or QRH procedure specifies that action.
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Up to what altitude is the basic A220 approved for flight in icing conditions? start learning
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What is the basic maximum landing approach-path angle in Chapter 2? start learning
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Can structural MTOW or MLW be further restricted? start learning
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Yes. Performance considerations may impose a lower permitted weight.
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What effect does landing-gear retraction have on the A220 CG position? start learning
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The effect is negligible.
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What is the A220 VMO at and below 8,000 ft? start learning
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What is the A220 high-altitude maximum operating Mach number? start learning
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What are the A220 VFE values for FLAP 1 through FLAP 5? start learning
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FLAP 1: 230 KIAS; FLAP 2: 210 KIAS; FLAP 3: 210 KIAS; FLAP 4: 190 KIAS; FLAP 5: 170 KIAS.
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What is the maximum landing-gear extension speed on the A220? start learning
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What is the maximum landing-gear retraction speed on the A220? start learning
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What is the maximum speed with the landing gear extended? start learning
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What is the recommended turbulence penetration speed on the A220? start learning
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265 KIAS at or below 10,000 ft, or 280 KIAS above 10,000 ft, or Mach 0.75, whichever is lower.
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What is the maximum windshield-wiper operating speed? start learning
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What is the A220 tire limit speed? start learning
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Does operating below VA make rapid alternating control inputs structurally safe? start learning
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No. Rapid and large alternating control inputs may cause structural failure at any speed, including below VA.
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What restriction applies to full control inputs in Direct Mode? start learning
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Full elevator, rudder and aileron inputs and maneuvers near stall angle of attack must be confined to speeds below VA.
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What is the A220 maximum operating altitude? start learning
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What are the maximum and minimum ambient temperatures approved for A220 takeoff and landing? start learning
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Maximum +52.5°C and minimum -54°C.
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What are the A220 maneuvering limit load factors with flaps up and flaps down? start learning
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Flaps up: -1.0 g to +2.5 g; flaps down: 0.0 g to +2.0 g.
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At what OAT does the A220 FCOM define cold-weather operations? start learning
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At an OAT of 0°C or below.
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Is takeoff permitted with frost, ice, snow, or slush adhering to an A220 critical surface? start learning
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When is engine operation prohibited in ground fog? start learning
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When is takeoff prohibited in ground freezing fog? start learning
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When ground freezing fog exists and visibility is less than 150 m (500 ft).
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Is infrared deicing approved on the A220? start learning
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No. Infrared deicing is prohibited.
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What is the ground temperature threshold for required cowl anti-ice use? start learning
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OAT 10°C or below when the specified moisture or surface-contamination conditions exist.
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How are in-flight icing conditions defined for A220 anti-ice limitations? start learning
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TAT 10°C or below with visible moisture, except when SAT is -40°C or below.
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What is the takeoff temperature threshold for required wing anti-ice use? start learning
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OAT 5°C or below with the specified visible-moisture or runway-contamination conditions.
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What are the key A220 wing anti-ice limitations in flight? start learning
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Do not hold in icing with flaps/slats extended; wing anti-ice must be OFF above 35,000 ft and must not be ON above TAT 15°C.
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What action is required when A220 SLD icing is identified? start learning
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Select wing and cowl anti-ice ON and leave the icing conditions; continued operation in SLD icing is prohibited.
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When is A220 ground engine ice shedding required? start learning
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At OAT 3°C or below with visible moisture.
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What is the A220 ground engine ice-shedding schedule? start learning
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Momentarily increase to at least 60% N1 at intervals not exceeding 30 minutes, with the final ice shedding within 5 minutes before takeoff.
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What speed correction is required for a FLAP 5 approach and landing in icing conditions? start learning
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Increase VREF, VAC, and VGA by 5 KIAS.
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What is the maximum approved runway slope for A220 takeoff and landing? start learning
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What is the basic maximum A220 tailwind component for takeoff and landing? start learning
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What source must be used for the A220 Smoke/Fire/Fumes procedure? start learning
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What are the maximum wind limits for passenger and cargo door operation? start learning
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40 kt for opening or closing and 65 kt with the door held open.
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What are the A220 pressurization differential-pressure limits? start learning
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Maximum positive 8.8 psid, maximum negative -0.5 psid, and no more than 1.0 psid at initial touchdown.
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What are the A220 autopilot minimum engagement and minimum use heights in the applicable configuration? start learning
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Minimum engagement 400 ft AGL; minimum use 80 ft AGL.
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What is the minimum APU oil temperature for starting? start learning
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What are the APU start-attempt limitations? start learning
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No more than three starts or start attempts in one hour, with at least two minutes between attempts.
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What is the general maximum altitude for APU bleed-air extraction? start learning
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23,000 ft, subject to the detailed pack, occupant, and temperature limitations.
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What is the maximum altitude with A220 slats or flaps extended? start learning
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What are the limitations for manually extended A220 flight spoilers? start learning
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At least 300 ft AGL and at least VREF + 10 KIAS; MAX spoilers are for emergencies only.
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What happens to fuel remaining in a tank when its fuel quantity indicator reads zero? start learning
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It is considered unusable.
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What is the minimum A220 fuel quantity for go-around? start learning
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442 kg (975 lb) per wing under the specified level-aircraft and maximum 10-degree nose-up climb-attitude conditions.
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What are the A220 bulk-fuel temperature limits relevant to takeoff? start learning
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Maximum bulk fuel temperature is +52.5°C and takeoff is prohibited below -37°C.
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What must be the status of manual fuel transfer and gravity crossflow for takeoff? start learning
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Can A220 FPLN UPLINK be used in flight? start learning
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No. Its use in flight is prohibited and any REQUEST PENDING must be cleared before takeoff.
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When must NAV mode be selected for a localizer approach? start learning
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Before the Final Approach Fix.
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What speed mode must be used when flying VAPP in final landing configuration? start learning
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Is QFE altimeter setting permitted on the A220? start learning
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No. QFE operation is prohibited.
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What is the minimum engine oil temperature for takeoff? start learning
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How long may maximum takeoff thrust normally be used? start learning
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5 minutes, extendable to 10 minutes for an OEI contingency.
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What cooling period is required after three engine start attempts or four minutes of continuous cranking? start learning
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How long must an engine normally operate at or near idle before shutdown? start learning
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At least three cumulative minutes; near idle is up to 40% N1.
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What is required in Engine Takeoff Wind Zone 3? start learning
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What applies if either wing tank contains more than 2,830 kg of fuel? start learning
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Unattended APU operation is prohibited and the left engine must be started first.
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When is manual fuel transfer required on the ground if a wing tank exceeds 2,830 kg? start learning
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When the center tank contains less than 10,670 kg; transfer fuel from the affected wing tank to the center tank until below 2,830 kg.
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What do the symbols 🔹 and 🔹🔹 mean in A220 normal procedures? start learning
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🔹 means first flight of the day; 🔹🔹 means once a day.
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Why must the first four Power-on steps be performed from memory? start learning
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Because the ECL is not available before the batteries are turned on.
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What are the first four A220 Power-on memory actions? start learning
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PARK BRAKE ON; BATT 1 AUTO; BATT 2 AUTO; ECL on DU2.
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How long should the crew wait between aircraft power-off and power-on? start learning
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How long should Ground Service Mode be OFF before aircraft power-up? start learning
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How long must the APU switch be held in START during the Power-on procedure? start learning
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At least 3 seconds, then allow it to return to RUN.
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What must occur before electrical-system configuration changes are made during APU start? start learning
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APU GEN must show online on the ELEC synoptic.
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What must be done before another APU start attempt after an APU SHUTDOWN advisory during start? start learning
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Set the APU switch to OFF.
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When must the A220 Cabin Inspection be completed? start learning
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Before the first flight of the day or after any crew change.
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How long must the cabin ceiling and sidewall lights remain BRIGHT before the first flight? start learning
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What indications are expected during a lavatory smoke-detector self-test? start learning
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The detector sounds, the status indicator turns red, and the ceiling advisory panel flashes orange.
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What is the required condition of thrust-reverser and fan-cowl latches during the walkaround? start learning
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What is the required thrust-reverser condition during the external walkaround? start learning
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What is the expected position of the MFS and ground spoilers during the walkaround? start learning
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Flush with the upper wing surface.
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Can clear ice form on an A220 wing when ambient temperature is above 0°C? start learning
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Yes, if cold-soaked fuel at 0°C or below chills the wing skin and moisture freezes on it.
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When must pilots specifically ensure that the upper wing is free of clear ice? start learning
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When fuel temperature is 0°C or below and high humidity or visible moisture is present.
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What must not be done during the APU start cycle? start learning
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Do not make electrical-system configuration changes until APU GEN is online.
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What must be done if APU SHUTDOWN appears during the APU start cycle? start learning
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Set the APU switch OFF before attempting another start.
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How is preliminary takeoff performance verified on the A220? start learning
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PF and PM compute it independently and compare the results.
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How many landing-gear pins must be accounted for onboard during Preflight? start learning
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Which side should XFR be selected to during Preflight? start learning
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What transponder and TCAS configuration is checked during Preflight? start learning
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XPDR 1 selected, TCAS AUTO, and Flight ID inserted.
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What altitude should be set in the FCP altitude window during Preflight? start learning
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The initial expected clearance altitude.
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When is the A220 ice-detector test performed? start learning
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On the first flight of the day.
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What confirms successful completion of the ice-detector test? start learning
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An ICE caution is displayed and the test subsequently shows DONE.
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Who must check EICAS and INFO messages during Preflight? start learning
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What are the normal Preflight selections for AUTOBRAKE and NOSE STEER? start learning
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AUTOBRAKE RTO and NOSE STEER OFF.
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What ADS and IRS configuration must be confirmed during Preflight? start learning
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On-side ADS and IRS, with no white or amber ADS/IRS messages on the FMA.
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What confirms the rudder trim is correctly centered after its Preflight test? start learning
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The rudder-trim triangle outline is green.
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How is the A220 sidestick Preflight test performed? start learning
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Both pilots test their sidesticks in turn and verify correct indication and normal return to neutral.
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What oxygen-mask setting is selected after the Preflight test? start learning
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When are TOGA, NAV and VNAV configured for departure? start learning
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After the Preflight flow and FMS preparation are complete.
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If HDG is expected after departure, which lateral mode must be used for takeoff? start learning
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TO mode; HDG is selected later at a safe altitude.
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When should the takeoff briefing normally be completed? start learning
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Before calling for the Before Start checklist.
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How long should the crew wait after changing from external power to APU power before disconnecting external power? start learning
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What is the recommended external-air start pressure at sea level? start learning
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What is the maximum permitted external-air start pressure? start learning
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What hydraulic-pump configuration is recommended for engine start with external electrical power in use? start learning
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HYD 3A and 3B OFF for start, then AUTO after one or both engines are started.
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Is single-engine taxi recommended on slippery or contaminated surfaces? start learning
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What hydraulic selection is recommended before flap movement or flight-control checks with only the right engine operating? and what with only the left engine operating? start learning
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only right engine - PTU ON. only left engine - HYD 2B ON.
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What must be true before moving the flight controls on the ground? start learning
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All hydraulic systems must be powered.
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How often must the wing anti-ice test be completed? start learning
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What minimum N1 is required for the wing anti-ice test at or below 8,000 ft? start learning
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30% with dual-engine bleed; 50% with single-engine bleed.
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What indicates successful completion of the wing anti-ice test? start learning
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What nose-steering selection is made after the Before Taxi flight-control check? start learning
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What must the stabilizer trim match before takeoff? start learning
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The STAB TRIM value on the FMS PERF DEP page, within the green range.
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What is the required rudder-trim condition before takeoff? start learning
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What performance data must be used when the brakes are not held until takeoff thrust is set? start learning
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Rolling-takeoff performance.
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Can a derated or FLEX takeoff be initiated without operative and armed autothrottle? start learning
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What is the initial engine thrust setting during a normal takeoff? start learning
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Approximately 55% N1, stabilized on both engines.
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By what speed must the thrust levers reach the takeoff setting? start learning
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Before 60 kt ground speed.
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What is the required action for an autothrottle disconnect below 60 KIAS? start learning
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After an autothrottle disconnect above 60 KIAS during a derated takeoff, when may the takeoff continue? start learning
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When both engines match the target N1.
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After an autothrottle disconnect above 60 KIAS during TO or TO FLEX, what is required to continue? start learning
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Set the thrust levers to MAX.
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What does the PM call at 80 KIAS when takeoff thrust is correctly set? start learning
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EIGHTY KNOTS, THRUST SET.
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What is the normal A220 takeoff rotation rate? start learning
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3 to 5 degrees per second toward the PTM.
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When is POSITIVE CLIMB called? start learning
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When vertical speed is positive and radio altitude is increasing.
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At what minimum height is the stabilized-climb mode-change gate? start learning
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What is the key thrust-setting difference during a High Wind Takeoff? start learning
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After stabilizing near 55% N1, advance to takeoff thrust at 20 kt ground speed.
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What is the PM callout at 20 kt during a High Wind Takeoff? start learning
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What are the maximum recommended takeoff crosswinds for RCC 6 to RCC 1? start learning
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32, 32, 27, 20, 10, and 10 kt.
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Which engine may be started first using an external air source? start learning
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What are the LOT A220 maximum takeoff weight? start learning
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What are the LOT A220 maximum landing weight? start learning
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What is the maximum number of cabin occupants on the LOT A220? start learning
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154: up to 149 passengers and 5 cabin crew.
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Which center-of-gravity envelope applies to the LOT A220? start learning
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The standard full CG envelope.
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What diversion configuration is selected for the LOT A220? start learning
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What is the recommended initial climb speed with all engines operating? start learning
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What is the recommended initial climb speed with one engine inoperative? start learning
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What are the maximum bank angles in takeoff configuration with all engines operating and with one engine inoperative? start learning
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When does automatic wing anti-ice operation satisfy the daily wing anti-ice check objective? start learning
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After more than 3 consecutive minutes of automatic operation in flight without a failure.
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What are the conditions for the in-flight wing anti-ice check during climb? start learning
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Below 31,000 ft, or below 19,000 ft with dual bleed and single pack, TAT 15°C or below, with CLB/CLB-1/CLB-2 maintained.
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How long is wing anti-ice selected ON for the in-flight check during climb? start learning
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What are the conditions for the wing anti-ice check during descent? start learning
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Below 31,000 ft, TAT 15°C or below, with thrust maintained at IDLE.
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How long is the low-altitude wing anti-ice check below 19,000 ft before approach? start learning
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What is Green Dot speed used for in holding? start learning
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It is the recommended holding speed because it results in minimum fuel flow.
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What is the maximum bank angle at Green Dot with all engines operating? start learning
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30° up to 31,500 ft; 15° above 31,500 ft.
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What is the maximum bank angle at Green Dot with one engine inoperative? start learning
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When destination QNH is displayed on the FMS PERF ARR page, what must be confirmed? start learning
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What difference between the FMS and charted final vertical path is acceptable? start learning
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What is the normally acceptable difference between the FMS and charted final lateral track? start learning
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What lateral-track difference is acceptable for a conventional radio NAVAID approach? start learning
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Who checks EICAS messages during the Descent and Approach procedure? start learning
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