FAA-S-8081-2119
EXAMINER'S PRACTICAL TEST CHECKLIST
FLIGHT ENGINEER APPLICANT’S NAME_________________________ LOCATION_________________________________ DATE/TIME_________________________________ I. PREFLIGHT PREPARATION A. Equipment Examination—Systems Knowledge B. Aircraft Handbooks, Manuals, Minimum Equipment List (MEL), Configuration Deviation List (CDL), and Operations Specifications C. Performance and Limitations II. PREFLIGHT PROCEDURES A. Preflight Inspection and Cockpit Setup B. Preflight Inspection—Exterior III. GROUND OPERATIONS A. Powerplant Start B. Taxi and Pretakeoff Checks IV. NORMAL PROCEDURES A. Takeoff B. Inflight C. Approach and Landing D. Engine and Systems Monitoring V. ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES A. Takeoff B. Inflight C. Approach and Landing D. Engine and Systems Monitoring VI. POSTFLIGHT PROCEDURES A. After Landing B. Parking and Securing
SECTION 1
PREFLIGHT PREPARATION
FAA-S-8081-211-i SECTION 1 — PREFLIGHT PREPARATION
CONTENTS AREA OF OPERATION:
I. PREFLIGHT PREPARATION1-1
A. EQUIPMENT EXAMINATION—SYSTEMS
KNOWLEDGE1-1
B. AIRCRAFT HANDBOOKS, MANUALS, MINIMUM
EQUIPMENT LIST (MEL), CONFIGURATION
DEVIATION LIST (CDL), AND OPERATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS1-2
C. PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATIONS1-2
FAA-S-8081-211-1 I. AREA OF OPERATION: PREFLIGHT PREPARATION A. TASK: EQUIPMENT EXAMINATION—SYSTEMS
KNOWLEDGE REFERENCES: 14 CFR part 63; Aircraft Operating Manual, AFM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits adequate knowledge appropriate to the aircraft; its systems and components;
its normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures; and uses the correct terminology with regard to the following items:
1. Flight controls—ailerons, elevator(s), rudder(s), control tabs, stabilizer, flaps, spoilers, leading edge flaps/slats, and trim systems.
2. Landing gear—indicators, brakes, antiskid, tires, nosewheel steering, and shock absorbers.
3. Powerplant—controls and indicators, induction system, carburetor and fuel injection, turbocharging, cooling, fire detection and protection, mounting points, thrust reversers, turbine wheels, compressors, deicing, anti-icing, and other related components.
4. Propellers—type, controls, feathering/ unfeathering, autofeather, negative torque sensing, synchronizing, and synchrophasing.
5. Fuel system—capacity, drains, pumps, controls, indicators, crossfeeding, transferring, jettison, fuel grade, color and additives, fueling and defueling procedures, and substitutions, if applicable.
6. Oil system—capacity, grade, quantities, and indicators.
7. Hydraulic system—capacity, pumps, pressure, reservoirs, grade, and regulators.
8. Electrical system—alternators, generators, battery, circuit breakers and protection devices, controls, indicators, external and auxiliary power sources, and priority of electrical power distribution and ratings.
9. Environmental systems—heating, cooling, ventilation, oxygen and pressurization, controls, indicators, and regulating devices.
10. Pneumatic systems.
11. Avionics and communications— autopilot, flight director, Electronic Flight Indicating Systems (EFIS), Flight Management System(s) (FMS), Long Range Navigation (LORAN) systems, Doppler Radar, Inertial Navigation Systems (INS), Global Positioning System (GPS/DGPS/WGPS), VOR, NDB, ILS/MLS, RNAV systems and components, indicating devices, transponder, and emergency locator transmitter.
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12. Crewmember and passenger equipment—oxygen system(s), survival and emergency equipment and exits, smoke and fire fighting equipment, evacuation procedures and crew duties, and quick donning oxygen mask for crewmembers and passengers.
B. TASK: AIRCRAFT HANDBOOKS, MANUALS, MINIMUM
EQUIPMENT LIST (MEL), CONFIGURATION
DEVIATION LIST (CDL), AND OPERATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS REFERENCES: 14 CFR parts 63, 91, 121; Aircraft Operating Manual, AFM, Master and Company MEL, CDL, Manufacturer’s MEL Procedures, Manual/Dispatch Deviation Guide.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits adequate knowledge of the contents of the Aircraft Operating Manual or AFM with regard to the systems and components listed in TASK A (above), the MEL and CDL, the MEL Procedures Manual or Dispatch Deviation Guide, if appropriate, and the Operations Specifications, if applicable.
C. TASK: PERFORMANCE AND LIMITATIONS REFERENCES: 14 CFR parts 1, 63, 91, 121; Aircraft Operating Manual, AFM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits adequate knowledge of performance and limitations, including a thorough knowledge of the adverse effects of exceeding any limitation.
2. Demonstrates proficient use of (as appropriate to the aircraft) performance charts, tables, graphs, or other data relating to items such as—
a. accelerate-stop distance.
b. accelerate-go distance.
c. takeoff performance and calculations, all engines and engine(s) inoperative.
d. climb performance, including segmented climb performance, with all engines operating, with one or more engine(s) inoperative, and with other engine malfunctions as may be appropriate.
e. service ceiling, all engines, engine(s) inoperative, including drift down, if appropriate.
f. cruise performance.
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g. fuel planning, loading, consumption, range, and endurance.
h. descent performance.
i. go-around performance.
j. other performance data (appropriate to the aircraft).
3. Describes (as appropriate to the aircraft) the airspeeds used during specific phases of flight.
4. Describes the effects of meteorological conditions upon performance characteristics and correctly applies these factors to a specific chart, table, graph, or other performance data. Demonstrates the ability to read METAR weather data and interpret ATIS.
5. Computes the weight and balance and center-of-gravity location for a specific load condition (as specified by the examiner), including adding, removing, or shifting weight.
6. Determines if the computed center of gravity is within the forward and aft center-of-gravity limits, and that lateral fuel balance is within limits for takeoff, cruise, and landing.
7. Demonstrates good planning and knowledge of procedures in applying operational factors affecting aircraft performance, such as high altitude airports, cluttered/contaminated runways, ground and inflight icing precautions, and MEL/CDL corrections.
SECTION 2
PREFLIGHT, GROUND, FLIGHT, AND
POSTFLIGHT PROCEDURES
FAA-S-8081-212-i SECTION 2 — PREFLIGHT, GROUND, FLIGHT, AND
POSTFLIGHT PROCEDURES
CONTENTS AREAS OF OPERATION:
II. PREFLIGHT PROCEDURES2-1
A. PREFLIGHT INSPECTION AND COCKPIT SETUP2-1
B. PREFLIGHT INSPECTION—EXTERIOR2-3
III. GROUND OPERATIONS2-4
A. POWERPLANT START2-4
B. TAXI AND PRETAKEOFF CHECKS2-5
IV. NORMAL PROCEDURES2-6
A. TAKEOFF2-6
B. INFLIGHT2-7
C. APPROACH AND LANDING2-8
D. ENGINE AND SYSTEMS MONITORING2-9
V. ABNORMAL AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES2-10
A. TAKEOFF2-10
B. INFLIGHT2-11
C. APPROACH AND LANDING2-12
D. ENGINE AND SYSTEMS MONITORING2-12
VI. POSTFLIGHT PROCEDURES2-13
A. AFTER LANDING2-13
B. PARKING AND SECURING2-13
FAA-S-8081-212-1 II. AREA OF OPERATION: PREFLIGHT PROCEDURES A. TASK: PREFLIGHT INSPECTION AND COCKPIT SETUP REFERENCES: 14 CFR parts 63, 91; Aircraft Operating Manual, AFM.
NOTE: When the cockpit preflight is accomplished in a flight training device (FTD) or flight simulator, the examiner should include typical failures and inoperative items.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits adequate knowledge of the preflight inspection procedures, while explaining briefly—
a. the purpose of inspecting the items which must be checked;
b. how to detect possible defects; and
c. the corrective action to take.
2. Exhibits adequate knowledge of the operational status of the aircraft by locating and explaining the significance and importance of related documents such as—
a. airworthiness and registration certificates and radio station license;
b. operating limitations, handbooks, and manuals;
c. minimum equipment list (MEL) and configuration deviation list (CDL), if appropriate;
d. weight and balance data, aircraft performance data, and airport analysis information, as appropriate; and
e. maintenance requirements, tests, and appropriate records applicable to the proposed flight or operation, and maintenance that may be performed by the pilot or other designated crewmember.
3. Uses the approved checklist to inspect the aircraft internally, including the passenger cabin, and configures the aircraft in preparation for flight.
4. Uses the challenge-and-response (or other approved) method with the other crewmembers, where applicable, to accomplish the checklist procedures.
5. Verifies the aircraft is safe for flight by emphasizing (as appropriate) the need to look at and explain the purpose of inspecting items such as—
a. powerplant—including controls and indicators;
b. fuel quantity—grade, type, contamination safeguards, and normal and alternate servicing procedures;
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c. oil quantity—grade and type;
d. hydraulic fluid quantity—grade, type, and servicing procedures;
e. oxygen quantity—pressures, servicing procedures, and associated systems and equipment for crew and passengers;
f. landing gear—brakes and steering system;
g. tires—condition, inflation, and correct mounting, where applicable;
h. fire protection/detection systems—proper operation, servicing, pressures, and discharge indications;
i. pneumatic system—pressures and servicing;
j. ground environmental systems—proper servicing and operation;
k. auxiliary power unit (APU)—servicing and operation;
l. flight control systems—trim, spoilers, and leading/trailing edge devices; and
m. anti-ice, deice systems—servicing and operation.
6. Coordinates with ground crew and ensures adequate clearance prior to powering any system which results in device movement such as door hatches and flight control surfaces.
7. Complies with t he provisions of the appropriate Operations Specifications, if applicable, as they pertain to the particular aircraft and operation.
8. Demonstrates proper operation of all applicable aircraft systems.
9. Notes any discrepancies, determines if the aircraft is airworthy and safe for flight, or takes the proper corrective action.
FAA-S-8081-212-3 B. TASK: PREFLIGHT INSPECTION—EXTERIOR REFERENCES: 14 CFR parts 63, 91; Aircraft Operating Manual, AFM.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits adequate knowledg e of the preflight inspection procedures, while explaining briefly—
a. the purpose of inspecting the items that must be checked;
b. how to detect possible defects; and
c. the corrective action to take.
2. Exhibits adequate knowledge of the operational status of the aircraft by locating and explaining the significance and importance of exterior aircraft components.
3. Checks the general area around the aircraft for hazards to the safety of the aircraft and personnel.
NOTE: For initial certification and issuance of an unrestricted flight engineer certificate, the exterior and interior preflight must be observed by the examiner or inspector on an actual, airworthy aircraft of the type used during training.