What is a briefing?
A briefing is a preflight conversation about the most important aspects of the flight.
During the briefing we talk about:
- Our destination and alternative airports;
- The airport and runway conditions;
- The flight duration;
- Current weather;
- Cockpit code;
- Possible emergencies and procedures;
Or any relevant information
What is an effective briefing?
For me, an effective briefing is very informative;
It’s when the crew feels ready and well-informed about the flight.
- We share important and relevant information
- Everyone feels involved in the operation.
The captain normally shares information about:
- Weather conditions
- Flight duration; and
- Alternative airport
What are your responsibilities during taxi?
Today, I am flying a ________.
So, during taxi I need to:
- Study the airport layout;
- Maintain constant communication;
- Follow the instructions;
- And Report my Position;
- I also Control the airplane;
- Moreover, I Keep a good speed and separation from other aircraft
- Finally, I Proceed to the Holding point or parking position
What kind of problems can pilots face during taxi?
During taxi we can have many problems, like:
- A tire blowout;
- A brake failure;
- An engine malfunction;
- A ground collision;
- Or even, cause
- A runway incursion.
Those are some examples
What is the most dangerous phase of the flight?
I believe that the most dangerous phase of the flight is the takeoff.
Because in this stage the airplane is:
- Very heavy;
- Slow; and
- Close to the ground;
- Also, we don’t have any extra power left;
- So, if a problem happens, pilots don’t have many options and must climb.
Try answering with TAXI and LANDING, too.
What kind of problems can we have during takeoff?
During takeoff pilots can suffer:
- A tire blowout;
- An engine failure;
- A windshear warning;
- A bird ingestion;
- A Master warning;
Or even a runway excursion.
What is the procedure to reject a takeoff?
To reject a takeoff, I have to:
- Reduce power to idle;
- Apply the necessary brakes; or
- Wait for the autobrake to kick in;
- Then,I control the airplane over the runway;
- And, after a complete stop;
- Finally I inform ATC about the problem and my intentions.
What is V1?
- V1 is the decision speed.
- It is the maximum speed to reject a takeoff.
- Below V1, pilots can reject the takeoff safely. However,
- After V1, we must continue.
What is the importance of V1 and V2?
V1 and V2 are very important takeoff reference speeds.
- V1 is the maximum speed to reject a takeoff and we can only reject a takeoff below V1.
On the other hand,
- V2 is the takeoff safety speed in case of an engine failure.
V2 will provide a good climb rate and a safe margin from the stall speed.
It also helps pilots to clear obstacles during the climb.
What is liftoff?
Liftoff is the moment the airplane becomes airborne.
- It happens after the rotation speed
and it’s basically when the - landing gear leaves the ground and the flight starts.
How do pilots know when it’s time for liftoff?
We don’t really know the time for liftoff.
During the Takeoff Roll, we focus on the Rotation speed.
- When we reach VR, we start to increase the pitch of the aircraft
- and just wait for the liftoff to happen
How do pilots determine V1, V2 and the rotation moment?
These speeds are calculated before the flight
and we normally consider many variables, such as the
- runway’s length and conditions;
- outside air temperature;
- air density;
- and also our aircraft’s weight and configuration.
Describe this Picture
In this picture, I can see a narrow body jet that’s parked in a remote stand with the help of chocks.
In the center, there are some passengers boarding the aircraft using an airstair and holding their carry-on.
This is a low-wing, narrow body airplane operated by Ryan Air. There are some workers loading the aircraft, too.
In the background, I see an ambulift on the right-hand side of the aircraft and an ambulance on its left side.
I can also see taxiways and runway position markers. At last, there are lots of trees and some houses close to the airport.
This picture was taken during the day.
