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FlyByWire A32NX Startup Checklist
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FlyByWire A32NXMSFS 2024 · Startup Checklist · 165 steps · 17 phases
PHS 1 — Pre-Flight Planning12 steps
| 01 | Route & OFP (SimBrief)GENERATEDNOTE: Generate the operational flight plan in SimBrief to pull route, fuel, and weights into the aircraft. | |
| 02 | Departure & Destination WeatherREVIEWNOTE: Check METAR/TAF for runway in use, wind, ceiling, and visibility. | |
| 03 | Alternate AirfieldsSELECTNOTE: Pick a suitable alternate within range with adequate weather and approaches. | |
| 04 | NOTAMsREVIEWNOTE: Check runway/taxiway closures, NAVAID outages, and airspace restrictions. | |
| 05 | Block FuelCONFIRMNOTE: Trip + taxi + contingency + alternate + final reserve. Cross-check against SimBrief block figure. | |
| 06 | Zero Fuel Weight (ZFW)SETNOTE: Aircraft empty weight plus payload, before fuel. | |
| 07 | Takeoff Weight (TOW) & MTOW CheckCONFIRMNOTE: TOW must not exceed 79,000 kg MTOW. | |
| 08 | Center of Gravity (CG %MAC)WITHIN LIMITSNOTE: Verify ZFWCG from the loadsheet is inside the certified envelope. | |
| 09 | SID / STAR / ApproachBRIEFNOTE: Review expected departure, arrival, and approach plates including minimums. | |
| 10 | MEL / CDLREVIEWNOTE: Confirm no inoperative items affect the planned flight. | |
| 11 | Takeoff Performance (V1/VR/V2)COMPUTENOTE: Calculate takeoff speeds, FLEX temp, and CONF for runway, weight, and conditions. | |
| 12 | Cost Index & Cruise FLDETERMINENOTE: Set CI per operator policy and confirm optimum cruise flight level. |
PHS 2 — Electrical / Power-Up9 steps
| 01 | Walkaround & ChocksCOMPLETENOTE: Visual exterior check; chocks in, gear pins removed. | |
| 02 | BAT 1 and BAT 2ONNOTE: Listen for chimes; voltage should read above 25.5 V. | |
| 03 | External Power (if available)ONNOTE: Press EXT PWR when the green AVAIL light shows. | |
| 04 | FWS Self-TestWAITNOTE: Allow ~40-50 seconds for the Flight Warning System to initialize before fire tests. | |
| 05 | APU Fire TestCHECKWARNING: Press and hold APU FIRE TEST and confirm the warning and aural alert trigger. | |
| 06 | APU MASTER SWON | |
| 07 | APU STARTPRESSNOTE: Allow up to 1 minute for the APU to reach 100% N before using its bleed/generator. | |
| 08 | APU BLEEDONNOTE: Use APU bleed if no external air; required to start engines without a ground cart. | |
| 09 | APU GENON / AUTONOTE: APU generator supplies the AC busses once it is online. |
PHS 3 — Cockpit Preparation17 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSETWARNING: Confirm parking brake ON before any system that could allow the aircraft to roll. | |
| 02 | Engine Masters 1 and 2OFF | |
| 03 | ENG Mode SelectorNORM | |
| 04 | Landing Gear LeverDOWN | |
| 05 | Flaps Lever0 / MATCH HANDLENOTE: Confirm flap handle and surface position agree. | |
| 06 | Speed Brake LeverRETRACTED / DISARMED | |
| 07 | Thrust LeversIDLE | |
| 08 | Crew OxygenONNOTE: Push the CREW SUPPLY guard so the white OFF light is out. | |
| 09 | ADIRS (3 IR Knobs)NAVWARNING: Start IRS alignment early; full alignment takes about 7-10 minutes and must finish before engine start or pushback. | |
| 10 | ADIRS AlignmentMONITORNOTE: Do not move the aircraft until alignment completes; movement restarts the process. | |
| 11 | Fuel Pumps (all 6)ONNOTE: Center tank pumps plus the four wing tank pumps. | |
| 12 | Hydraulic PanelALL ON / NO FAULTNOTE: Green, Blue, and Yellow systems; electric pumps and PTU as required. | |
| 13 | ECAM STATUSREVIEWNOTE: Check for any maintenance or fault messages on the lower ECAM. | |
| 14 | PFD / ND / ISIS BrightnessSET | |
| 15 | Baro Reference (QNH)SETNOTE: Set local QNH on both PFDs and the ISIS. | |
| 16 | RMP / RadiosTUNENOTE: Set ATIS, ground, tower, and standby frequencies. | |
| 17 | ATISOBTAINNOTE: Note runway, wind, QNH, and transition level/altitude. |
PHS 4 — FMGC / MCDU Setup16 steps
| 01 | INIT A - Company Route / City PairENTERNOTE: Enter ICAO FROM/TO or a stored company route. | |
| 02 | INIT A - ALTN & Flight NumberENTER | |
| 03 | INIT A - Cost IndexENTERNOTE: Typical short-haul CI is around 20-60; use the OFP value. | |
| 04 | INIT A - Cruise FL / TempENTER | |
| 05 | F-PLN - Departure (RWY/SID/TRANS)SELECTNOTE: Pick the assigned runway and SID; clear any route discontinuities. | |
| 06 | F-PLN - Airways & WaypointsVERIFYNOTE: Cross-check the full route against the OFP. | |
| 07 | F-PLN - Arrival (STAR/APPR)SELECTNOTE: Enter the expected arrival and approach; adjust if reassigned. | |
| 08 | RAD NAVCHECK / TUNENOTE: Verify auto-tuned NAVAIDs or set ILS for the planned approach. | |
| 09 | INIT B - ZFW / ZFWCGENTERWARNING: Enter ZFW and ZFWCG from the loadsheet exactly; errors corrupt the takeoff trim and predictions. | |
| 10 | INIT B - Block FuelENTERNOTE: Enter block fuel; the FMGC computes trip, reserve, and EFOB. | |
| 11 | PERF TAKEOFF - V1/VR/V2ENTERNOTE: Insert the computed takeoff speeds. | |
| 12 | PERF TAKEOFF - FLEX / TOGAENTERNOTE: Enter FLEX temp for a reduced-thrust takeoff, or plan TOGA. | |
| 13 | PERF TAKEOFF - THS / TrimENTERNOTE: Enter the pitch trim from the loadsheet (e.g. UP 1.5). | |
| 14 | PERF TAKEOFF - Flaps CONFENTERNOTE: Usually CONF 1 or 2 depending on runway and weight. | |
| 15 | PERF TAKEOFF - THR RED / ACC ALTVERIFYNOTE: Confirm thrust reduction and acceleration altitudes are sensible for terrain. | |
| 16 | PERF APPR (preview)REVIEWNOTE: Set destination QNH, wind, and temperature when known. |
PHS 5 — Before Start7 steps
| 01 | Loadsheet Final FiguresCONFIRMNOTE: Cross-check final ZFW/TOW against the FMGC entries. | |
| 02 | Doors & CargoCLOSEDNOTE: ECAM door page shows all doors closed and slides armed. | |
| 03 | Cabin CrewREADY | |
| 04 | BeaconONWARNING: Turn the beacon ON before pushback or engine start to warn ground crew. | |
| 05 | Pushback / Start ClearanceOBTAINNOTE: Get ATC clearance and confirm pushback direction with ground. | |
| 06 | Flight ControlsFREE & CORRECTNOTE: Full sidestick and rudder sweep; check the ECAM F/CTL page. | |
| 07 | Parking Brake (during pushback)AS DIRECTEDNOTE: Release on ground crew command; reset when stopped. |
PHS 6 — Engine Start8 steps
| 01 | ENG Mode SelectorIGN/START | |
| 02 | ENG 2 MasterONNOTE: Start engine 2 first (Yellow hydraulics powers the parking brake). Monitor N2, then fuel flow and EGT. | |
| 03 | ENG 2 EGTMONITORWARNING: Watch for a hung or hot start; abort if EGT approaches 750 C on start. | |
| 04 | ENG 2 StabilizedCONFIRMNOTE: N1, N2, EGT, and fuel flow stable at idle (N1 ~19-21%). | |
| 05 | ENG 1 MasterONNOTE: Repeat the automatic start sequence for engine 1. | |
| 06 | ENG 1 StabilizedCONFIRM | |
| 07 | ENG Mode SelectorNORMNOTE: Return to NORM once both engines are stable. | |
| 08 | Engine ParametersNORMALNOTE: Both engines at idle, no ECAM cautions. |
PHS 7 — After Start / Taxi12 steps
| 01 | APU BLEEDOFF | |
| 02 | APU MASTER SWOFFNOTE: Engine generators now supply electrics; shut down the APU to save fuel. | |
| 03 | Ground SpoilersARMNOTE: Pull the speed brake lever up to arm spoilers for takeoff. | |
| 04 | FlapsSET FOR TAKEOFFNOTE: Set CONF 1 or 2 per the PERF page. | |
| 05 | Pitch Trim (THS)SETNOTE: Confirm in the green band for the takeoff CG. | |
| 06 | ECAM TO MemoNO BLUENOTE: T.O CONFIG normal: no blue items remaining on the takeoff memo. | |
| 07 | T.O CONFIG TESTPRESS / NORMALWARNING: Press the T.O CONFIG button; ECAM must show CONFIG NORMAL before taxi. | |
| 08 | Taxi ClearanceOBTAIN | |
| 09 | Nose / Taxi LightON | |
| 10 | BrakesCHECKNOTE: Test brakes early in the taxi; confirm pressure and deceleration. | |
| 11 | Flight Instruments / HeadingCHECKNOTE: ND track follows taxi turns; no IRS or ND faults. | |
| 12 | AutobrakeMAX / SETNOTE: Set autobrake MAX for takeoff abort protection. |
PHS 8 — Before Takeoff7 steps
| 01 | TCASTA/RA | |
| 02 | Strobe LightsON / AUTO | |
| 03 | Cabin CrewSECURED FOR TAKEOFF | |
| 04 | Takeoff ClearanceOBTAIN | |
| 05 | Landing LightsON | |
| 06 | Runway / HeadingCONFIRMWARNING: Confirm the runway identity and that the PFD heading matches the assigned runway before lineup. | |
| 07 | TransponderTA/RA + ON / AUTO |
PHS 9 — Takeoff7 steps
| 01 | Thrust LeversFLX or TOGANOTE: Advance to the FLEX detent for reduced thrust, or TOGA for full thrust. | |
| 02 | FMAMAN FLX / TOGA, SRS, RWYNOTE: Confirm the autothrust, vertical, and lateral modes engage correctly. | |
| 03 | Engine ParametersSTABILIZEDNOTE: Both engines spooled and matched before continuing the roll. | |
| 04 | 80 KIASCHECKNOTE: Cross-check both airspeed indicators agree. | |
| 05 | V1CALLWARNING: At V1 the takeoff is committed; do not reject after V1. | |
| 06 | VR - RotateROTATENOTE: Rotate smoothly toward ~15 degrees pitch, following SRS. | |
| 07 | Positive ClimbGEAR UPNOTE: Confirm a positive rate of climb before raising the gear. |
PHS 10 — After Takeoff / Climb8 steps
| 01 | THR RED ALTCLBNOTE: At thrust reduction altitude pull thrust levers to the CL detent. | |
| 02 | ACC ALT - Flaps Retract on ScheduleRETRACTNOTE: At F speed select CONF 1, at S speed select CONF 0; bug speeds shown on the PFD. | |
| 03 | Ground SpoilersDISARM | |
| 04 | Clean Speed (Green Dot)ACCELERATENOTE: Accelerate to green dot speed once clean. | |
| 05 | Climb Thrust / SpeedMANAGEDNOTE: Typical climb ~250 KIAS below 10,000 ft, then ~300 KIAS / M0.78. | |
| 06 | Landing LightsOFF ABOVE 10,000 ft | |
| 07 | Seat Belt SignAS REQUIRED | |
| 08 | Baro to STDSET AT TRANS ALTNOTE: Set standard 1013/29.92 passing the transition altitude. |
PHS 11 — Cruise6 steps
| 01 | Cruise AltitudeLEVEL OFFNOTE: Confirm capture at the cleared FL; FMA shows ALT. | |
| 02 | Cruise Thrust / MachMANAGEDNOTE: Typical cruise around M0.78-0.79 at the FMGC managed speed. | |
| 03 | Fuel & EFOBMONITORNOTE: Check FUEL PRED page; confirm EFOB at destination above reserve. | |
| 04 | Pressurization & SystemsMONITORNOTE: Cabin altitude and ECAM systems normal. | |
| 05 | Step Climb (optional)AS REQUIREDNOTE: Climb to a higher optimum FL as weight decreases. | |
| 06 | Descent Forecast / TODREVIEWNOTE: Note the top-of-descent point on the ND. |
PHS 12 — Descent Prep8 steps
| 01 | Destination ATISOBTAINNOTE: Note runway, wind, QNH, and transition level. | |
| 02 | PERF APPR PageUPDATENOTE: Enter destination QNH, temperature, wind, and minimums (MDA/DH). | |
| 03 | Approach & RunwaySELECTNOTE: Confirm STAR, approach, and runway in the F-PLN. | |
| 04 | RAD NAV / ILSTUNENOTE: Verify the ILS ident and course for the approach. | |
| 05 | VAPP / VLSREVIEWNOTE: FMGC computes VAPP (typ. ~130-140 kt) from landing weight and wind. | |
| 06 | Approach BriefingCOMPLETENOTE: Brief approach type, minimums, missed approach, and taxi-in. | |
| 07 | Landing PerformanceCONFIRMNOTE: Confirm landing distance and autobrake setting for the runway. | |
| 08 | Cabin CrewADVISENOTE: Give the cabin crew a prepare-for-landing call. |
PHS 13 — Descent7 steps
| 01 | Descent ClearanceOBTAIN | |
| 02 | Initiate DescentMANAGED / SELECTEDNOTE: Manage at TOD or use OP DES with a selected altitude. | |
| 03 | Speed Below 10,000 ft250 KIASNOTE: Reduce to 250 KIAS or less by 10,000 ft unless cleared otherwise. | |
| 04 | Landing LightsON BELOW 10,000 ft | |
| 05 | Baro ReferenceSET QNH AT TRANS LEVELWARNING: Set local QNH passing the transition level to avoid altitude error near terrain. | |
| 06 | Seat Belt SignON | |
| 07 | Speed BrakesAS REQUIREDNOTE: Use to manage energy; retract before configuring for landing. |
PHS 14 — Approach13 steps
| 01 | Approach Phase ActivationCONFIRMNOTE: APPR phase active in the MCDU; managed speed targets VAPP. | |
| 02 | Flaps 1SETNOTE: Select CONF 1 at or below 230 KIAS (VFE next). | |
| 03 | Flaps 2SETNOTE: Select CONF 2 below 200 KIAS. | |
| 04 | Landing GearDOWNNOTE: Extend on glideslope intercept or per the approach profile. | |
| 05 | Flaps 3SETNOTE: Select CONF 3 below 185 KIAS. | |
| 06 | Flaps FULLSETNOTE: Select CONF FULL below 177 KIAS for a normal landing. | |
| 07 | Ground SpoilersARM | |
| 08 | AutobrakeSETNOTE: Select LO or MED per runway length and conditions. | |
| 09 | Cabin CrewSECURED FOR LANDING | |
| 10 | ECAM Landing MemoNO BLUEWARNING: LDG memo: GEAR DOWN, SIGNS ON, SPLRS ARM, FLAPS SET all green before landing. | |
| 11 | Localizer / GlideslopeCAPTUREDNOTE: FMA shows LOC and G/S captured for an ILS. | |
| 12 | Stabilized ApproachCHECKWARNING: By 1,000 ft AGL be on speed, on path, configured, and in trim, or go around. | |
| 13 | VAPPCONFIRMNOTE: Managed speed holds VAPP with wind/gust correction. |
PHS 15 — Landing9 steps
| 01 | AutothrustMANAGENOTE: A/THR may stay engaged in SPEED until the flare. | |
| 02 | FlareINITIATENOTE: Begin flare around 30 ft; RETARD callout cues thrust to idle. | |
| 03 | Thrust LeversIDLENOTE: Close thrust levers at the RETARD call. | |
| 04 | Main Gear TouchdownCONFIRM | |
| 05 | Ground SpoilersDEPLOYEDNOTE: Verify spoilers auto-deploy on touchdown for braking. | |
| 06 | Reverse ThrustAS REQUIREDNOTE: Select reverse after main gear touchdown; cancel by 70 KIAS. | |
| 07 | Autobrake / Manual BrakingMONITORNOTE: Confirm DECEL light; take over manually as needed. | |
| 08 | Nose WheelLOWERNOTE: Fly the nose gear gently onto the runway. | |
| 09 | Directional ControlMAINTAINNOTE: Rudder then nose-wheel steering as speed decays. |
PHS 16 — After Landing7 steps
| 01 | ReversersSTOWED | |
| 02 | FlapsRETRACT | |
| 03 | Ground SpoilersDISARM / RETRACT | |
| 04 | AutobrakeOFF | |
| 05 | APUSTARTNOTE: Start the APU for gate power and to allow engine shutdown. | |
| 06 | Strobe / Landing LightsOFFNOTE: Strobes off after vacating; nose/taxi light as required. | |
| 07 | TCAS / TransponderSTBYNOTE: Set transponder to STBY after clearing the runway. |
PHS 17 — Parking / Shutdown12 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSETWARNING: Set the parking brake before engine shutdown and only release after chocks are confirmed in. | |
| 02 | APU BLEED / GENONNOTE: Transfer electrical and air loads to the APU before shutting engines down. | |
| 03 | Engine Masters 1 and 2OFFNOTE: Shut down both engines; monitor N1 spool down. | |
| 04 | Seat Belt SignOFF | |
| 05 | BeaconOFFNOTE: Turn the beacon off once both engines are spooled down. | |
| 06 | Fuel PumpsOFF | |
| 07 | Doors / Jet BridgeOPEN / DISARM SLIDESWARNING: Disarm and cross-check cabin slides before opening any door. | |
| 08 | Exterior LightsOFF | |
| 09 | Anti-Ice / Probe HeatOFF | |
| 10 | APUOFF / AS REQUIREDNOTE: Shut down the APU if on ground power for an extended stay. | |
| 11 | ADIRS (3 IR Knobs)OFF | |
| 12 | BAT 1 and BAT 2OFFNOTE: Final step for a full cold and dark shutdown. |