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F-15C Eagle Startup Checklist
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F-15C EagleDCS WORLD · Startup Checklist · 111 steps · 16 phases
PHS 1 - Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Mission BriefREVIEWEDNOTE: Review mission type, air threat environment, ROE, and escape maneuvers. | |
| 02 | Weather BriefingREVIEWEDNOTE: Check departure, en-route, and recovery weather. Note winds, icing, and visibility. | |
| 03 | NOTAMs / AirspaceREVIEWEDNOTE: Check restricted airspace, MOAs, and active ranges. | |
| 04 | Fuel Planning - Joker / BingoSETNOTE: Calculate joker (leave combat) and bingo (minimum RTB) fuel values. | |
| 05 | Weapons / LoadoutVERIFIEDNOTE: Confirm AIM-7, AIM-9, AIM-120 counts and pylon configuration. | |
| 06 | Steerpoints / NavigationPROGRAMMEDNOTE: Review waypoints, CAP points, and bullseye reference. | |
| 07 | Radio Frequencies / IFFSETNOTE: Set primary, secondary, guard. Confirm IFF modes and codes. | |
| 08 | Divert BasesIDENTIFIEDNOTE: Know nearest diverts, runway lengths, and approach frequencies. |
PHS 2 - Electrical / Initial Power4 steps
| 01 | MAIN PWR SwitchMAIN PWRNOTE: Initiates battery power to cockpit. | |
| 02 | JFS (Jet Fuel Starter) SwitchSTART 2NOTE: Activates JFS accumulator. Listen for JFS spin-up. | |
| 03 | JFS READY lightILLUMINATEDNOTE: Confirm JFS ready before throttle advance. | |
| 04 | CanopyCLOSED AND LOCKEDCAUTION: Verify canopy locked before engine start. |
PHS 3 - Left Engine Start6 steps
| 01 | Left ThrottleIDLE (from OFF)NOTE: Move left throttle from OFF to IDLE when JFS ready. | |
| 02 | Left Engine RPMRISINGNOTE: Watch N2 RPM rise above 20% indicating light-off. | |
| 03 | Left Engine FTIT< 980 C DURING STARTWARNING: Hot start if FTIT exceeds 980 C - pull throttle to OFF immediately. | |
| 04 | Left Engine RPM67-68% IDLENOTE: Engine should stabilize at idle RPM. | |
| 05 | Left GeneratorONLINENOTE: Check generator switch and observe avionics power. | |
| 06 | Hydraulic Pressure (Left)GREEN / NORMALNOTE: System A hydraulic should be pressurized. |
PHS 4 - Right Engine Start7 steps
| 01 | Right ThrottleIDLE (from OFF)NOTE: Move right throttle from OFF to IDLE. | |
| 02 | Right Engine RPMRISING | |
| 03 | Right Engine FTIT< 980 C DURING STARTWARNING: Hot start if FTIT exceeds 980 C - pull throttle to OFF immediately. | |
| 04 | Right Engine RPM67-68% IDLE | |
| 05 | Right GeneratorONLINE | |
| 06 | Hydraulic Pressure (Right)GREEN / NORMAL | |
| 07 | JFS SwitchOFFNOTE: Shut down JFS after both engines are running. |
PHS 5 - Avionics / Systems Check10 steps
| 01 | MPD / MPCD DisplaysON - BIT COMPLETENOTE: Allow BIT self-test to complete on both MPDs and MPCD. | |
| 02 | UFC (Upfront Controls)POWEREDNOTE: Check UFC displays active. | |
| 03 | INU (Inertial Nav Unit)ALIGNINGNOTE: Set NAV MODE to INU. Allow ~8 min for full alignment from cold. | |
| 04 | Radar (APG-63)STANDBY / WARMING UPNOTE: Radar requires ~3 min warm-up before use. | |
| 05 | IFFSET CODESNOTE: Enter IFF mode/code per mission data. | |
| 06 | TACANSET CHANNELNOTE: Set home base or recovery TACAN channel. | |
| 07 | Intercom / RadioSET FREQUENCIESNOTE: Set primary UHF and secondary UHF frequencies. | |
| 08 | EWMS (Electronic Warfare)CONFIGUREDNOTE: Set up RWR, chaff, flare programs per mission. | |
| 09 | AltimeterSET QNHNOTE: Set local altimeter setting. | |
| 10 | Standby InstrumentsCHECKEDNOTE: Verify standby ADI, altimeter, airspeed are functional. |
PHS 6 - Weapons Systems Check5 steps
| 01 | Master ArmSAFECAUTION: Keep Master Arm SAFE until arming area. | |
| 02 | SMS (Stores Management)INVENTORY VERIFIEDNOTE: Check SMS pages to confirm weapon loads match expectations. | |
| 03 | A/A WeaponsSELECTED AND VERIFIEDNOTE: Confirm AIM-7, AIM-9, AIM-120 symbology on HUD/MPD. | |
| 04 | GUNCHECKED - AMMO COUNT VERIFIEDNOTE: 940 rounds of 20mm standard load. | |
| 05 | Chaff / Flare ProgramsSETNOTE: Program countermeasures per mission threat environment. |
PHS 7 - Before Taxi8 steps
| 01 | INU AlignmentCOMPLETE (STORED HDG or fine align)NOTE: Wait for INU to complete alignment before moving. | |
| 02 | Flight ControlsFULL TRAVEL - FREE AND CORRECTNOTE: Check stick, rudder full travel in all directions. | |
| 03 | SpeedbrakeCYCLE AND STOWNOTE: Verify speedbrake operates and returns to closed. | |
| 04 | FlapsUPNOTE: F-15C uses auto flaps - no manual setting required. | |
| 05 | TrimSET FOR TAKEOFF | |
| 06 | Nozzle PositionOPEN AT IDLENOTE: Both engine nozzles should be visibly open at idle. | |
| 07 | Fuel QuantityCHECKED - AS BRIEFEDNOTE: ~13,123 lbs internal fuel (typical full load). | |
| 08 | Parking BrakeSET UNTIL READY TO TAXI |
PHS 8 - Taxi5 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeRELEASE | |
| 02 | ThrottlesADVANCE SMOOTHLY TO BREAK FREE | |
| 03 | BrakesCHECK (left and right independently) | |
| 04 | Nosewheel SteeringENGAGED - CHECK RESPONSENOTE: NWS button on stick activates nosewheel steering. | |
| 05 | Taxi Speed< 20 KTS ON STRAIGHT / < 10 KTS ON TURNS |
PHS 9 - Before Takeoff8 steps
| 01 | Lineup Check - ControlsFREE AND CORRECT | |
| 02 | Engine ParametersBOTH IN LIMITSNOTE: N1/N2 RPM, FTIT, oil pressure all normal at idle. | |
| 03 | IFFON - MASTER (as briefed) | |
| 04 | Warning LightsNONE ILLUMINATEDCAUTION: Abort if any caution/warning lights illuminated. | |
| 05 | Speed BrakeIN / CLOSED | |
| 06 | Radar AltimeterON | |
| 07 | Emergency Gear HandleSTOWED | |
| 08 | Arresting HookUP |
PHS 10 - Takeoff7 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeRELEASE | |
| 02 | ThrottlesMIL (then AB if required) | |
| 03 | Engine ParametersCHECK BOTH ENGINES IN LIMITSNOTE: Verify symmetrical thrust before release. | |
| 04 | Nosewheel Lift-off Speed~100 KIASNOTE: Rotate at approx 100-120 KIAS depending on weight. | |
| 05 | Rotate / Lift-off~130 KIASNOTE: Apply back pressure, rotate at ~8-10 degrees nose up. | |
| 06 | Positive Rate of ClimbGEAR UPNOTE: Select gear up once positive climb established. | |
| 07 | Airspeed / AltitudeMONITOR |
PHS 11 - After Takeoff / Climb6 steps
| 01 | Landing GearUP AND LOCKEDNOTE: Check gear indicator shows 3 lights out. | |
| 02 | ThrottlesMIL (reduce from AB as needed) | |
| 03 | Climb Speed350 KIAS / 0.9 MACH ABOVE 30,000 FT | |
| 04 | RadarACTIVE - SEARCH MODENOTE: Switch radar from standby to active after takeoff. | |
| 05 | WeaponsARM AS BRIEFED | |
| 06 | Check InRADIO CHECK ON ASSIGNED FREQUENCY |
PHS 12 - Cruise7 steps
| 01 | Throttle Setting80-85% RPMNOTE: Optimal cruise efficiency. Adjust for speed requirement. | |
| 02 | AltitudeAS BRIEFED (FL200-FL400 typical) | |
| 03 | Fuel StateMONITOR - CHECK JOKER FUEL | |
| 04 | Radar SearchSCANNING - MEDIUM PRF OR RWS | |
| 05 | RWRMONITOR FOR THREATS | |
| 06 | IFFACTIVE - CHECK MODES | |
| 07 | NavigationVERIFY STEERPOINT SEQUENCING |
PHS 13 - Descent / Approach7 steps
| 01 | ATIS / WeatherOBTAINEDNOTE: Get current weather and active runway at recovery base. | |
| 02 | TACANSET TO HOME BASE | |
| 03 | AltimeterSET QNH | |
| 04 | RadarSTANDBYNOTE: Switch radar to standby approaching airfield to deconflict. | |
| 05 | WeaponsMASTER ARM SAFE | |
| 06 | Descent Speed300-350 KIAS | |
| 07 | Pattern EntryBREAK AT 1,500 FT / 350 KIAS |
PHS 14 - Landing10 steps
| 01 | Landing GearDOWN - 3 GREENCAUTION: Gear must be selected below 250 KIAS. | |
| 02 | SpeedbrakeCLOSED FOR APPROACH | |
| 03 | Approach Speed~150-160 KIASNOTE: On-speed AoA approach. Speed varies with weight. | |
| 04 | Arresting HookDOWN (if barrier engagement planned) | |
| 05 | Final Approach3 DEGREE GLIDESLOPE | |
| 06 | TouchdownMAINS FIRST - ON CENTERLINE | |
| 07 | Throttles at TouchdownIDLE | |
| 08 | SpeedbrakeEXTEND AFTER TOUCHDOWN | |
| 09 | BrakesAPPLY AS REQUIRED | |
| 10 | Anti-skidACTIVE (do not pump brakes) |
PHS 15 - After Landing5 steps
| 01 | SpeedbrakeIN / RETRACTED | |
| 02 | RadarSTANDBY | |
| 03 | IFFSTANDBY / OFF | |
| 04 | ECS / Air ConditioningAS REQUIRED | |
| 05 | Taxi to ParkingFOLLOW MARSHALLER / TAXIWAY SIGNS |
PHS 16 - Shutdown8 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 02 | ThrottlesIDLE - ALLOW 2 MIN COOL DOWNNOTE: Cool down engines before shutdown to prevent hot spots. | |
| 03 | AvionicsOFF (radar, IFF, radios) | |
| 04 | Left ThrottleOFF | |
| 05 | Right ThrottleOFF | |
| 06 | MAIN PWR SwitchOFF | |
| 07 | BatteryOFF | |
| 08 | CanopyOPEN |