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Mirage F1CE Startup Checklist
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Mirage F1CEDCS WORLD · Startup Checklist · 157 steps · 15 phases
PHS 1 - Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Mission BriefREVIEWEDNOTE: Objectives, ROE, target area, threat picture (SAM/AAA rings, enemy CAP), and friendly disposition. | |
| 02 | Weather BriefOBTAINEDNOTE: Departure, en route, and recovery field winds, cloud base, visibility, and freezing level. | |
| 03 | NOTAMs / AirspaceCHECKEDNOTE: Active restricted areas, ranges, corridors, and base of operations status. | |
| 04 | Fuel PlanCOMPUTEDNOTE: Set BINGO and JOKER fuel for the mission profile including external tanks and reserve to divert. | |
| 05 | Stores / LoadoutCONFIRMEDNOTE: Magic II on wingtips, Super 530F on inboard, drop tanks, and 2x DEFA 553 30mm cannon load. | |
| 06 | Waypoints / Nav PlanENTEREDNOTE: INS waypoint coordinates, route legs, IP, and target geometry prepared for entry on EE / nav panel. | |
| 07 | Radio Frequencies / IFFSETNOTE: Departure, tactical, AWACS, and recovery freqs plus IFF modes and codes for the day. | |
| 08 | Divert BasesIDENTIFIEDNOTE: Primary and alternate recovery fields with TACAN channels and approach minimums. |
PHS 2 - Electrical / Ground Power15 steps
| 01 | Ejection Seat Safety PinsREMOVEDWARNING: Confirm seat is safed during ground handling; arm only when ready to fly. Live seat with pins out is a lethal hazard on the ground. | |
| 02 | Cockpit SwitchesDEFAULT / OFFNOTE: Walk the panels and confirm all switches in their normal pre-start positions before applying power. | |
| 03 | ThrottleOFF / CUTNOTE: Throttle fully aft in the cut-off position before energizing systems. | |
| 04 | Wheel ChocksIN PLACENOTE: Confirm chocks set and parking brake applied. | |
| 05 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 06 | Battery (Batterie)ONNOTE: Provides initial bus power for warning panel and start sequence. | |
| 07 | Ground Power UnitCONNECTED / ONCAUTION: Use external power for INS alignment and avionics to preserve battery before engine start. | |
| 08 | DC VoltageCHECKNOTE: Verify bus voltage within limits with battery or GPU on line. | |
| 09 | Inverters / AlternatorsON / AUTONOTE: Energize AC inverters to power gyros and avionics. | |
| 10 | Warning / Failure PanelTESTNOTE: Press panel test; confirm all caption lights illuminate then extinguish. | |
| 11 | Exterior LightsAS REQUIREDNOTE: Navigation and anti-collision lights as needed for ramp conditions. | |
| 12 | Interior / Console LightingAS REQUIRED | |
| 13 | Fuel QuantityCHECKNOTE: Confirm total internal and external fuel matches the flight plan before start. | |
| 14 | Fuel Pumps (Pompes)ONNOTE: Energize boost pumps to pressurize the feed lines. | |
| 15 | Fuel Selectors / Tank FeedSET / NORMALNOTE: Confirm tank sequencing and transfer switches set for normal feed. |
PHS 3 - Engine Start15 steps
| 01 | Fire Warning SystemTESTCAUTION: Confirm engine fire detection loop tests good before start. | |
| 02 | LP Fuel Cock (Coupe-Feu BP)OPENWARNING: Opening the low-pressure cock arms the engine fuel supply; keep clear of intake and exhaust. | |
| 03 | Start Mode SelectorSTART (DEMARRAGE)NOTE: Select the ground start position on the engine start panel. | |
| 04 | Ignition SelectorSET / ONNOTE: Select normal ignition for the start sequence. | |
| 05 | ThrottleIDLE DETENTCAUTION: Advance throttle to the idle stop only after RPM and starter engagement are confirmed; do not introduce fuel before RPM rises. | |
| 06 | Starter ButtonPRESSNOTE: Press to spin up the Atar 9K-50; release once self-sustaining rotation begins. | |
| 07 | RPM RiseINCREASINGCAUTION: Monitor for steady RPM rise. Abort start if RPM hangs or fails to climb. | |
| 08 | JPT / Exhaust TemperatureMONITOR < 700 CWARNING: Watch for light-off. JPT must stay below 700 C on acceleration (850 C max for under 3 sec). Abort on hot or hung start. | |
| 09 | Oil PressureRISING / IN LIMITSCAUTION: Confirm oil pressure rises as RPM increases; shut down if no indication. | |
| 10 | Idle RPM~2900 RPM STABLENOTE: Engine should stabilize at idle (approx 2600-3200 cold). Reaches 2000+ RPM within ~15 sec of light-off. | |
| 11 | Hydraulic PressureCHECKNOTE: Confirm both hydraulic systems pressurize within limits for flight controls and gear. | |
| 12 | Generators / AlternatorsON LINENOTE: Confirm engine-driven generators pick up the electrical load. | |
| 13 | Warning PanelCHECK CLEARNOTE: Verify start-related cautions extinguish once the engine is running and stable. | |
| 14 | Ground Power UnitDISCONNECTNOTE: Signal ground crew to remove external power once generators are on line. | |
| 15 | Start Mode SelectorFLIGHT / NORMALNOTE: Return start panel to the in-flight position after a successful start. |
PHS 4 - INS Alignment / Navigation8 steps
| 01 | INS Platform PowerONNOTE: Energize the inertial platform; aircraft must remain stationary during alignment. | |
| 02 | INS Mode SelectorALIGNCAUTION: Do not move the aircraft during gyro alignment or the platform will not converge. | |
| 03 | Present PositionENTER LAT / LONGNOTE: Key in ramp coordinates accurately; errors degrade nav accuracy for the whole sortie. | |
| 04 | Alignment ProgressMONITORNOTE: Allow the platform to align (several minutes). Watch quality / ready indication. | |
| 05 | Alignment QualityGOOD / READYCAUTION: Confirm a good alignment before taxi. A poor align yields steering and weapon delivery errors. | |
| 06 | WaypointsENTERED / VERIFIEDNOTE: Load route waypoints, IP, and target coordinates and cross-check against the flight plan. | |
| 07 | INS Mode SelectorNAVNOTE: Switch to navigate mode once alignment is complete. | |
| 08 | Steering / HSICHECKNOTE: Confirm course and bearing pointers track the selected waypoint correctly. |
PHS 5 - Post-Start / Avionics13 steps
| 01 | Radar (Cyrano IV)STBYCAUTION: Keep radar in standby on the ground; do not transmit near personnel. | |
| 02 | TACANSET / CHANNELNOTE: Tune departure or en route TACAN channel and mode. | |
| 03 | VOR / ILSSETNOTE: Preset recovery approach frequency and course. | |
| 04 | IFFSET / STBYNOTE: Set modes and codes; selector to standby until takeoff. | |
| 05 | UHF / V-UHF RadioSET / CHECKNOTE: Set primary frequency and perform a radio check with ground/tower. | |
| 06 | Countermeasures (Chaff / Flare)SET / SAFENOTE: Confirm dispenser programs and quantities; keep safe on the ground. | |
| 07 | RWRON / TESTNOTE: Power the radar warning receiver and confirm self-test. | |
| 08 | Air Conditioning / PressurizationON / AUTONOTE: Set cockpit conditioning and pressurization to automatic. | |
| 09 | Anti-Ice / Probe HeatAS REQUIREDNOTE: Pitot and probe heat as conditions demand; verify operation. | |
| 10 | Oxygen SystemON / QUANTITY CHECKNOTE: Confirm oxygen pressure and supply, regulator flow, and mask seal before flight. | |
| 11 | Master ArmamentSAFEWARNING: Master arm SAFE on the ground. Confirm weapons and gun are safe before taxi. | |
| 12 | Weapon Power (Magic / 530)AS REQUIREDNOTE: Apply missile power per mission; allow seeker cooling time as needed. | |
| 13 | Gun (DEFA 553)SAFE / CHECKEDNOTE: Confirm cannon armament switch safe and rounds counter as briefed. |
PHS 6 - Before Taxi10 steps
| 01 | Flight ControlsFREE & CORRECTNOTE: Move stick and rudder full travel; confirm free movement and correct surface response. | |
| 02 | TrimSET FOR TAKEOFFNOTE: Set pitch trim to the takeoff datum and check roll/yaw trim neutral. | |
| 03 | Slats / Flaps (Becs / Volets)TAKEOFFNOTE: Select takeoff slat/flap configuration; confirm indications. | |
| 04 | Airbrakes (Aerofreins)CHECK / RETRACTEDNOTE: Cycle the airbrakes and confirm retracted for taxi. | |
| 05 | Anti-SkidONNOTE: Confirm anti-skid armed for braking. | |
| 06 | BrakesCHECK PRESSURENOTE: Confirm brake pressure and pedal feel before releasing the parking brake. | |
| 07 | AltimeterSET QNHNOTE: Set field QNH and cross-check field elevation. | |
| 08 | Standby InstrumentsCHECKNOTE: Confirm standby attitude, airspeed, and altimeter agree. | |
| 09 | Brake Parachute (Parachute-Frein)ARMED / STOWEDNOTE: Confirm drag chute installed and ready for landing rollout. | |
| 10 | ChocksREMOVEDNOTE: Confirm chocks pulled and ground crew clear. |
PHS 7 - Taxi8 steps
| 01 | Taxi ClearanceOBTAINEDNOTE: Request and receive clearance to taxi with assigned route. | |
| 02 | Parking BrakeRELEASE | |
| 03 | ThrottleADVANCE GENTLYCAUTION: Avoid sustained 5500-6000 RPM during taxi to prevent compressor issues. | |
| 04 | Brake CheckPERFORMNOTE: Test brakes for positive stopping action as the aircraft begins to roll. | |
| 05 | Nosewheel SteeringCHECKNOTE: Confirm steering responds and tracks the taxi line. | |
| 06 | Taxi SpeedBELOW 20 KTCAUTION: Do not exceed 20 kt in a straight line; slow further in turns. | |
| 07 | Instruments / WarningsMONITORNOTE: Scan engine, hydraulics, and warning panel while taxiing. | |
| 08 | Flight InstrumentsCHECK IN TURNSNOTE: Confirm HSI/compass and turn indications respond correctly during taxi turns. |
PHS 8 - Before Takeoff13 steps
| 01 | CanopyCLOSED & LOCKEDWARNING: Confirm canopy fully closed and locked; an unlocked canopy can depart in flight. | |
| 02 | HarnessTIGHT & LOCKEDNOTE: Confirm straps tight and inertia reel locked. | |
| 03 | Helmet VisorDOWNNOTE: Lower visor for bird-strike and ejection protection. | |
| 04 | Ejection SeatARMEDWARNING: Arm the ejection seat. Confirm safety pins removed and stowed before takeoff. | |
| 05 | Slats / FlapsTAKEOFF / CONFIRMNOTE: Recheck takeoff configuration set and indicated. | |
| 06 | TrimTAKEOFF SETTINGNOTE: Confirm pitch trim at takeoff datum. | |
| 07 | Flight ControlsFREENOTE: Final full and free check before line-up. | |
| 08 | Pitot / Probe HeatONNOTE: Probe heat ON for takeoff. | |
| 09 | RadarTRANSMIT AS REQUIREDNOTE: Set radar to transmit once cleared and clear of personnel. | |
| 10 | IFFON / NORMALNOTE: Select IFF on with assigned modes. | |
| 11 | TACANCONFIRMNOTE: Confirm departure TACAN tuned and locked. | |
| 12 | Fuel Quantity / FeedCHECKNOTE: Confirm sufficient fuel and correct tank feed before takeoff. | |
| 13 | Takeoff ClearanceOBTAINEDNOTE: Receive clearance and line up on the active runway. |
PHS 9 - Takeoff10 steps
| 01 | Line UpON CENTERLINENOTE: Align with runway and hold on brakes. | |
| 02 | ThrottleMIL POWERCAUTION: Advance to full military power on brakes and confirm engine stabilizes before release. | |
| 03 | Engine InstrumentsCHECKNOTE: RPM, JPT, oil, and nozzle within limits with no warnings before releasing brakes. | |
| 04 | BrakesRELEASE | |
| 05 | Afterburner (PC)AS REQUIREDNOTE: Select afterburner if needed for weight/runway; confirm light-up and thrust increase. | |
| 06 | Airspeed AliveCHECKNOTE: Confirm airspeed increasing and tracking centerline. | |
| 07 | Rotate~140-150 KTNOTE: Smoothly rotate to takeoff attitude at rotation speed. | |
| 08 | LiftoffPOSITIVE CLIMBNOTE: Confirm positive rate of climb established. | |
| 09 | Landing GearUPCAUTION: Raise gear with positive climb. Do not exceed gear limit speed (~260 KIAS). | |
| 10 | Slats / FlapsUPCAUTION: Retract slats/flaps on schedule below the flap limit speed (~215 KIAS) once safely airborne. |
PHS 10 - After Takeoff / Climb8 steps
| 01 | AfterburnerOFF (AS REQUIRED)NOTE: Cancel afterburner once climb speed and clean configuration are established. | |
| 02 | Climb SpeedSET ~350 KT / M0.9NOTE: Establish the climb schedule and trim for hands-off climb. | |
| 03 | PressurizationCHECKNOTE: Confirm cabin pressurizing and conditioning normal during climb. | |
| 04 | Gear / Flap IndicationsUP & CLEANNOTE: Confirm gear and high-lift devices fully retracted and locked. | |
| 05 | Landing LightOFFNOTE: Off after gear retraction. | |
| 06 | AltimeterSET STANDARDNOTE: Set 1013 hPa / 29.92 passing transition altitude. | |
| 07 | Engine / FuelMONITORNOTE: Watch JPT and fuel flow during the climb; confirm tank transfer sequencing. | |
| 08 | Master Arm / WeaponsAS REQUIREDNOTE: Configure armament for the tactical phase per mission. |
PHS 11 - Cruise / Transit8 steps
| 01 | Cruise PowerSETNOTE: Set throttle for the planned cruise Mach/altitude. | |
| 02 | NavigationINS / WAYPOINTSNOTE: Confirm steering to the active waypoint and route progress. | |
| 03 | Fuel ManagementMONITOR / BALANCENOTE: Track fuel against JOKER and BINGO; confirm external tanks feed and lateral balance. | |
| 04 | Engine InstrumentsMONITORNOTE: Periodic scan of RPM, JPT, oil, and hydraulics. | |
| 05 | Pressurization / OxygenCHECKNOTE: Confirm cabin altitude and oxygen flow normal. | |
| 06 | RWR / Threat PictureMONITORNOTE: Scan radar warning receiver and update tactical situation. | |
| 07 | Radio / IFFAS BRIEFEDNOTE: Switch frequencies and IFF per the mission timeline. | |
| 08 | Systems CheckPERIODICNOTE: Cross-check electrical, hydraulic, and environmental systems en route. |
PHS 12 - Descent / Approach13 steps
| 01 | Recovery Weather / ATISOBTAINEDNOTE: Get field conditions, active runway, and altimeter for recovery. | |
| 02 | AltimeterSET QNHNOTE: Set field QNH passing transition level. | |
| 03 | Approach Brief / Nav AidsSETNOTE: Tune TACAN / ILS for the approach and review the procedure. | |
| 04 | DescentINITIATENOTE: Begin descent on profile; manage speed with throttle and airbrakes. | |
| 05 | Master Arm / WeaponsSAFEWARNING: Safe all armament and the gun before entering the pattern. | |
| 06 | Fuel StateCHECKCAUTION: Confirm fuel above reserve for approach, go-around, and divert. | |
| 07 | SpeedREDUCE FOR CONFIGNOTE: Slow below limit speeds before extending gear and high-lift devices. | |
| 08 | AirbrakesAS REQUIREDNOTE: Use airbrakes to manage energy on the approach. | |
| 09 | Landing GearDOWN (3 GREEN)CAUTION: Extend gear below ~260 KIAS; confirm three green locked indications. | |
| 10 | Slats / FlapsLANDINGCAUTION: Select full landing slat/flap below the flap limit speed (~215 KIAS). | |
| 11 | Anti-SkidON / CONFIRMNOTE: Confirm anti-skid armed for landing rollout. | |
| 12 | Approach Speed~165-175 KTNOTE: Stabilize on the approach speed for weight, on speed and on glidepath. | |
| 13 | Landing ClearanceOBTAINEDNOTE: Receive clearance to land or continue the approach. |
PHS 13 - Landing7 steps
| 01 | Threshold Speed~150-160 KTNOTE: Cross the threshold on speed; reduce power in the flare. | |
| 02 | TouchdownMAIN GEAR FIRSTNOTE: Touch down on the main wheels and hold a slight nose-up attitude. | |
| 03 | Brake ParachuteDEPLOYNOTE: Deploy the drag chute after main-gear touchdown to shorten the rollout. | |
| 04 | Nose WheelLOWER GENTLYNOTE: Fly the nose down and lower it smoothly to the runway. | |
| 05 | Aerodynamic BrakingAS REQUIREDNOTE: Use attitude and airbrakes for initial deceleration before wheel braking. | |
| 06 | Wheel BrakesAPPLYCAUTION: Apply brakes with anti-skid; avoid locking the wheels. | |
| 07 | Vacate RunwayAT TAXI SPEEDNOTE: Clear the runway once slowed to a safe taxi speed. |
PHS 14 - After Landing8 steps
| 01 | Brake ParachuteJETTISONNOTE: Release the drag chute in the designated area after clearing the runway. | |
| 02 | Slats / FlapsUPNOTE: Retract high-lift devices after clearing the runway. | |
| 03 | AirbrakesRETRACTNOTE: Confirm airbrakes stowed. | |
| 04 | RadarSTBYCAUTION: Return radar to standby; do not transmit toward ground personnel. | |
| 05 | Pitot / Probe HeatOFF | |
| 06 | IFFSTBYNOTE: Select IFF to standby after landing. | |
| 07 | TrimRESETNOTE: Reset trims to neutral for the next crew. | |
| 08 | Exterior LightsAS REQUIREDNOTE: Anti-collision off, taxi/nav lights as needed. |
PHS 15 - Shutdown13 steps
| 01 | Parking Position / BrakeSETNOTE: Park and set the parking brake; signal for chocks. | |
| 02 | Wheel ChocksIN PLACENOTE: Confirm chocks set before releasing brakes. | |
| 03 | ThrottleIDLE / COOL DOWNCAUTION: Allow the engine to idle and stabilize before shutdown to cool the turbine. | |
| 04 | Avionics / RadarOFFNOTE: Power down radar, radios, and tactical systems. | |
| 05 | INS PlatformOFFNOTE: Stop and power off the inertial platform. | |
| 06 | Ejection SeatSAFE / PINS INWARNING: Safe the ejection seat and install all safety pins before leaving the cockpit. | |
| 07 | LP Fuel Cock (Coupe-Feu)CLOSEDNOTE: Close the low-pressure cock to shut down the engine; confirm RPM and JPT decay. | |
| 08 | Fuel PumpsOFFNOTE: Switch off boost pumps after the engine spools down. | |
| 09 | ThrottleOFF / CUTNOTE: Confirm throttle in the cut-off position. | |
| 10 | Generators / InvertersOFFNOTE: Turn off electrical generation after engine shutdown. | |
| 11 | Exterior / Interior LightsOFF | |
| 12 | BatteryOFFNOTE: Confirm all systems off, then switch the battery off to fully de-power the aircraft. | |
| 13 | CanopyOPEN / AS REQUIREDNOTE: Open canopy and complete post-flight walk-around with ground crew. |