MSFS 2024 · Airliner
Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Startup Checklist
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FLT2.0Checklist
Boeing 787-9 DreamlinerMSFS 2024 · Startup Checklist · 169 steps · 17 phases
PHS 1 — Pre-Flight Planning11 steps
| 01 | Weather - Departure, Destination, AlternateMETAR/TAF REVIEWEDNOTE: Check ceilings, visibility, winds, freezing levels and any significant enroute weather. | |
| 02 | AlternatesSELECTEDNOTE: Confirm a suitable destination alternate and any ETOPS alternates required for the route. | |
| 03 | NOTAMsREVIEWEDNOTE: Runway closures, navaid outages, airspace restrictions and ETOPS field availability. | |
| 04 | Operational Flight Plan / SimBriefGENERATEDNOTE: Verify route, cost index, cruise levels and step climbs. | |
| 05 | ETOPS / Diversion StrategyCONFIRMEDNOTE: 787 is commonly approved up to ETOPS 330 minutes - confirm adequate enroute alternates. | |
| 06 | Block and Trip FuelCALCULATEDNOTE: Trip + contingency + alternate + final reserve + taxi + any ETOPS critical fuel. | |
| 07 | Weight and Balance / LoadsheetZFW, TOW, CG% CONFIRMEDNOTE: ZFW must be within limits; verify CG is within the takeoff envelope. MTOW approx 254,000 kg. | |
| 08 | SID / STAR / ApproachBRIEFEDNOTE: Select expected departure, arrival and approach procedures for the FMC route. | |
| 09 | MEL / CDLCHECKEDNOTE: Confirm no open items affect dispatch or required performance. | |
| 10 | Takeoff Performance / V-SpeedsV1, VR, V2 COMPUTEDNOTE: Use OPT/EFB for runway, flap, thrust (TO/TO 1/TO 2 derate) and assumed temperature. | |
| 11 | Departure BriefingCOMPLETENOTE: Cover runway, SID, MSA, stop/go strategy, engine-out procedure and initial altitude. |
PHS 2 — Electrical / Power-Up7 steps
| 01 | Battery SwitchONNOTE: Push the BATTERY switch on the overhead electrical panel to power the standby buses. | |
| 02 | External Power (if available)ONNOTE: 787 uses 230VAC electrical architecture - no engine bleed for main systems. | |
| 03 | Standby PowerAUTOCAUTION: Confirm flight deck displays power up and EICAS is presented. | |
| 04 | APU SelectorSTART then ONWARNING: Ensure APU area is clear before starting.NOTE: Rotate to START (spring returns to ON). APU provides electrical power; no air for engine start. | |
| 05 | APU - StabilizedRUNNINGNOTE: Wait for APU AVAIL; once running it powers the main AC buses. | |
| 06 | External PowerOFF (after APU online)NOTE: Disconnect ground power once the APU is supplying the airplane. | |
| 07 | IRS / ADIRU SwitchesON / NAVNOTE: Select inertial reference units ON to begin alignment - keep the airplane stationary. |
PHS 3 — Cockpit Preparation16 steps
| 01 | Oxygen - Crew MasksTESTED, 100%NOTE: Check mask stowage, flow and microphone. | |
| 02 | Observer / EMER EXIT Lights SwitchGUARD CLOSED / ARMEDNOTE: Set emergency exit lights to ARMED for departure. | |
| 03 | Window HeatONNOTE: Select window heat for anti-fog and bird-strike resilience. | |
| 04 | Hydraulic Demand PumpsAUTONOTE: Set L, C1, C2, R demand pumps as required; primary pumps remain ON. | |
| 05 | Hydraulic Primary PumpsONNOTE: Center and engine-driven pumps provide 5,000 psi system pressure. | |
| 06 | Fuel Pump SwitchesONNOTE: Forward, aft and center tank boost pumps ON as required by fuel load. | |
| 07 | Pack / Air Conditioning SwitchesAUTONOTE: Cabin air supplied by dedicated electric compressors, not engine bleed. | |
| 08 | Cabin Temperature / PressurizationAUTONOTE: Confirm pressurization is in AUTO with landing altitude set automatically by FMC. | |
| 09 | Anti-Ice (Engine / Wing)AUTO / AS REQUIREDNOTE: Wing anti-ice is electrically heated; set per conditions. | |
| 10 | Exterior Lights - NAV / PositionON | |
| 11 | Parking BrakeSETNOTE: Confirm PARKING BRAKE SET annunciation on EICAS. | |
| 12 | Landing Gear LeverDOWN | |
| 13 | Flap LeverMATCHES FLAP POSITION (UP) | |
| 14 | Stabilizer TrimSET FOR TAKEOFF (GREEN BAND)NOTE: Set per FMC takeoff CG/trim - verify trim is in the green band. | |
| 15 | Autobrake SelectorRTONOTE: Arm rejected-takeoff autobrake for the takeoff roll. | |
| 16 | Engine Fire HandlesIN / STOWEDNOTE: Confirm both fire handles in and no FIRE warnings. |
PHS 4 — FMC / CDU Setup14 steps
| 01 | IDENT PageVERIFY MODEL / NAV DATANOTE: Confirm 787-9 model, engine type and current AIRAC nav database cycle. | |
| 02 | POS INITGATE / GPS POSITION SETNOTE: Set reference position to align the IRS. | |
| 03 | ROUTE (RTE)ORIGIN / DEST / RWY ENTEREDNOTE: Enter origin, destination, flight number and departure runway. | |
| 04 | Airway / Waypoint EntryROUTE COMPLETENOTE: Enter the filed route, then ACTIVATE and EXEC. | |
| 05 | DEPARTURESSID / TRANSITION SELECTED | |
| 06 | PERF INITZFW / RESERVES / COST INDEX SETNOTE: Enter zero fuel weight; gross weight is computed from fuel onboard. | |
| 07 | Cruise AltitudeSETNOTE: Enter planned cruise flight level; verify step climb points. | |
| 08 | THRUST LIM PageTO / DERATE / ASSUMED TEMP SETNOTE: Select takeoff thrust rating (TO, TO 1, TO 2) and assumed temperature for reduced thrust. | |
| 09 | TAKEOFF REF PageFLAPS / V1 / VR / V2 ENTEREDNOTE: Enter takeoff flaps (typically 5) and the computed V-speeds; verify against EFB. | |
| 10 | Takeoff CG / TrimENTERED / TRIM CONFIRMEDNOTE: Enter CG so the FMC computes the takeoff stabilizer trim setting. | |
| 11 | LEGS PageVERIFIEDNOTE: Check route discontinuities, distances and altitude/speed constraints. | |
| 12 | Route Legs / VNAVNO DISCONTINUITIESNOTE: Resolve any route discontinuities before departure. | |
| 13 | Navigation RadiosAUTOTUNE / SETNOTE: Confirm autotune of nav aids or set departure frequencies manually. | |
| 14 | TransponderCODE SET / STBYNOTE: Set assigned squawk; select TA/RA, leave on STBY until takeoff. |
PHS 5 — Before Start12 steps
| 01 | ATC ClearanceOBTAINEDNOTE: Confirm route, squawk and initial altitude match the FMC. | |
| 02 | Departure / Takeoff BriefingCOMPLETE | |
| 03 | DoorsCLOSED / ARMEDNOTE: Confirm all doors closed and slides armed for departure. | |
| 04 | Fuel QuantityCHECKED vs PLANNOTE: Cross-check total fuel against the loadsheet and OFP. | |
| 05 | MCP - Initial AltitudeSETNOTE: Set the cleared initial altitude in the MCP altitude window. | |
| 06 | MCP - Speed / HeadingSETNOTE: Set initial speed (approx 160 KIAS) and runway heading. | |
| 07 | Flight DirectorsBOTH ON | |
| 08 | Autothrottle ArmARM | |
| 09 | Beacon LightONWARNING: Beacon ON signals ground crew that engine start is imminent. | |
| 10 | Pushback / Engine Start ClearanceOBTAINEDNOTE: Coordinate pushback direction and start clearance with ground crew and ATC. | |
| 11 | Parking Brake (during pushback)RELEASED / AS DIRECTED | |
| 12 | Before Start ChecklistCOMPLETENOTE: Run the electronic checklist (CHKL) - many items sense switch positions automatically. |
PHS 6 — Engine Start10 steps
| 01 | Electrical PowerSUFFICIENTCAUTION: Both engines may be started simultaneously with adequate electrical power.NOTE: 787 uses electric starter-generators; confirm APU or external power supports start. | |
| 02 | Engine 2 Start SelectorSTARTNOTE: Select the engine start switch (typically engine 2 first) to START. | |
| 03 | Engine 2 Fuel Control SwitchRUNWARNING: Confirm N2 rotation and adequate oil pressure before selecting RUN.NOTE: Move fuel control switch from CUTOFF to RUN to introduce fuel and ignition. | |
| 04 | Engine 2 - MonitorN2 RISE, FUEL FLOW, EGT, RUNNINGCAUTION: Abort start for no light-off, hot start or hung start.NOTE: Watch for green RUNNING on EICAS; monitor EGT remains within limits. | |
| 05 | Engine 2 - StabilizedIDLE STABLENOTE: Allow N1, N2, EGT and fuel flow to stabilize at idle. | |
| 06 | Engine 1 Start SelectorSTART | |
| 07 | Engine 1 Fuel Control SwitchRUNWARNING: Monitor for normal light-off and EGT within limits. | |
| 08 | Engine 1 - MonitorN2 RISE, FUEL FLOW, EGT, RUNNING | |
| 09 | Engine 1 - StabilizedIDLE STABLE | |
| 10 | Engine ParametersBOTH NORMALNOTE: Confirm both engines stable at idle with no EICAS messages. |
PHS 7 — After Start / Taxi14 steps
| 01 | APUOFF / AS REQUIREDNOTE: Once engine generators are online and stable, shut down the APU. | |
| 02 | GeneratorsON / AUTONOTE: Verify all four engine starter-generators online supplying the buses. | |
| 03 | Hydraulic PumpsALL ON / AUTONOTE: Confirm full hydraulic pressure with engine-driven pumps running. | |
| 04 | Anti-IceAS REQUIRED | |
| 05 | Flight ControlsCHECKED FULL AND FREENOTE: Cycle ailerons, elevator and rudder; verify on the SYS/FCTL synoptic. | |
| 06 | FlapsSET FOR TAKEOFFNOTE: Select takeoff flaps (typically FLAPS 5) and confirm on EICAS. | |
| 07 | Stabilizer TrimGREEN BAND / TAKEOFF SET | |
| 08 | Ground CrewCLEAR / DISCONNECTEDNOTE: Confirm tow bar removed, ground equipment clear and salute received. | |
| 09 | Taxi / Runway Turnoff LightsON | |
| 10 | Taxi ClearanceOBTAINED | |
| 11 | Parking BrakeRELEASED | |
| 12 | BrakesCHECKEDNOTE: Apply brakes early in the taxi to verify deceleration. | |
| 13 | Nosewheel Steering / TillerCHECKEDWARNING: Taxi at safe speed; the 787-9 has a long wheelbase - use wide turns. | |
| 14 | Before Takeoff Checklist (above the line)COMPLETE |
PHS 8 — Before Takeoff10 steps
| 01 | Takeoff BriefingREVIEWEDNOTE: Confirm departure runway, V-speeds, thrust setting and engine-out plan. | |
| 02 | FlapsVERIFIED TAKEOFF (5)NOTE: Confirm flap setting matches the TAKEOFF REF page. | |
| 03 | Stabilizer TrimSET / GREEN BAND | |
| 04 | Flight ControlsFREE AND CORRECT | |
| 05 | V-SpeedsV1, VR, V2 SET / DISPLAYEDNOTE: Confirm bugs displayed on the speed tape. | |
| 06 | CabinSECURE / READYNOTE: Cabin crew report ready for departure. | |
| 07 | TransponderTA/RA / ON | |
| 08 | Landing / Strobe LightsON (entering runway) | |
| 09 | Takeoff ClearanceRECEIVED | |
| 10 | Before Takeoff Checklist (below the line)COMPLETE |
PHS 9 — Takeoff8 steps
| 01 | BrakesRELEASE / HOLD AS REQUIRED | |
| 02 | Thrust LeversADVANCE TO 55% N1 THEN TO/GANOTE: Stabilize thrust, then press TO/GA to set computed takeoff thrust via autothrottle. | |
| 03 | Takeoff ThrustSET / THR REFNOTE: Verify THR REF annunciated and symmetric N1 on both engines. | |
| 04 | Airspeed AliveCHECKEDNOTE: Both airspeed indicators increasing and agree by 80 knots. | |
| 05 | V1CALLED / HANDS OFF THRUSTWARNING: At V1, takeoff is continued - do not reject after V1. | |
| 06 | Rotate (VR)ROTATE TO 15 DEGNOTE: Smooth rotation toward initial pitch of approx 15 degrees. | |
| 07 | Positive RateGEAR UPNOTE: Confirm positive climb on altimeter and VSI before raising the gear. | |
| 08 | V2 / Climb SpeedV2+15 to V2+25NOTE: Follow the flight director; target a safe climb speed above V2. |
PHS 10 — After Takeoff / Climb7 steps
| 01 | Landing GearUP / OFFNOTE: Select gear lever OFF after retraction to depressurize the system. | |
| 02 | AutopilotENGAGE AS DESIREDNOTE: Engage above minimum altitude with LNAV/VNAV as appropriate. | |
| 03 | Flap RetractionON SCHEDULE / UPNOTE: Retract flaps per the maneuvering speed schedule as the airplane accelerates. | |
| 04 | Climb ThrustCLB SET / VNAVNOTE: Verify climb thrust and VNAV path capture. | |
| 05 | Landing / Strobe LightsAS REQUIREDNOTE: Turn off landing lights passing 10,000 ft if desired. | |
| 06 | AltimetersSTD AT TRANSITION ALTNOTE: Set standard 29.92 inHg / 1013 hPa passing the transition altitude. | |
| 07 | After Takeoff ChecklistCOMPLETE |
PHS 11 — Cruise6 steps
| 01 | Cruise AltitudeCAPTUREDNOTE: Verify level-off at the FMC cruise flight level. | |
| 02 | Cruise SpeedMACH 0.85NOTE: Confirm VNAV holds the cost-index cruise Mach. | |
| 03 | Fuel MonitoringCHECKED vs PLANNOTE: Cross-check FMC PROGRESS fuel predictions against the OFP at each waypoint. | |
| 04 | Engine / SystemsNORMALNOTE: Scan EICAS - no advisory or caution messages. | |
| 05 | PressurizationNORMAL / CABIN STABLENOTE: 787 cabin altitude is lower than legacy jets (approx 6,000 ft at cruise). | |
| 06 | Step ClimbAS PLANNEDNOTE: Execute optimum step climbs as weight decreases. |
PHS 12 — Descent Prep8 steps
| 01 | ATIS / Destination WeatherOBTAINEDNOTE: Note active runway, winds, QNH and conditions. | |
| 02 | Approach Type / RunwaySELECTED IN FMCNOTE: Enter arrival, approach and transition on the ARRIVALS page. | |
| 03 | Landing Performance / VREFCOMPUTEDNOTE: Compute landing distance, flap setting and VREF for the conditions. | |
| 04 | Approach BriefingCOMPLETENOTE: Brief approach, minimums, missed approach and go-around plan. | |
| 05 | FMC DESCENT / FORECASTWIND / TARGETS SETNOTE: Enter descent winds and any speed restrictions for an accurate VNAV path. | |
| 06 | AutobrakeSET FOR LANDINGNOTE: Select autobrake level appropriate for runway length and conditions. | |
| 07 | MinimumsSETNOTE: Set DA/MDA on the PFD for the selected approach. | |
| 08 | Descent ChecklistCOMPLETE |
PHS 13 — Descent6 steps
| 01 | Top of DescentVNAV PTH / DESCENT INITIATEDNOTE: Begin descent at the FMC T/D or as cleared by ATC. | |
| 02 | MCP AltitudeSET TO CLEARED ALTNOTE: Set each new cleared altitude as received. | |
| 03 | Speed ManagementPER VNAV / ATCNOTE: Comply with 250 KIAS below 10,000 ft unless otherwise cleared. | |
| 04 | AltimetersQNH AT TRANSITION LEVELNOTE: Set local QNH passing the transition level. | |
| 05 | Landing / Logo LightsON below 10,000 ft | |
| 06 | Seatbelt SignsON |
PHS 14 — Approach11 steps
| 01 | SpeedbrakeARMEDNOTE: Arm the speedbrake for automatic ground deployment on touchdown. | |
| 02 | Flaps 1SETNOTE: Begin flap extension on schedule; max Flaps 1 speed approx 260 KIAS. | |
| 03 | Flaps 5SETNOTE: Max Flaps 5 speed approx 240 KIAS. | |
| 04 | Approach Mode (APP / LOC-G/S)ARMEDNOTE: Arm the approach once cleared and established on intercept. | |
| 05 | Localizer / Final CourseCAPTURED | |
| 06 | Landing GearDOWN / 3 GREENNOTE: Extend gear and confirm three green indications. | |
| 07 | Flaps 20SETNOTE: Max Flaps 20 speed approx 215 KIAS. | |
| 08 | GlideslopeCAPTURED | |
| 09 | Landing FlapsFLAPS 25 / 30 SETNOTE: Select landing flaps; max Flaps 30 speed approx 180 KIAS. | |
| 10 | Final Approach Speed (VREF + correction)SET / BUGGEDNOTE: Set VAPP = VREF plus wind additive on the MCP/speed bug. | |
| 11 | Landing ChecklistCOMPLETENOTE: Confirm gear down, flaps set, speedbrake armed and cleared to land. |
PHS 15 — Landing9 steps
| 01 | Cleared to LandCONFIRMED | |
| 02 | Stabilized ApproachCHECKED BY 1000 FTWARNING: Go around if not stabilized by 1,000 ft AGL. | |
| 03 | Autothrottle / AutopilotAS REQUIREDNOTE: Disconnect for a manual landing or retain for autoland as briefed. | |
| 04 | FlareAT 30-20 FTNOTE: Begin flare and smoothly reduce thrust to idle at touchdown. | |
| 05 | TouchdownMAIN GEAR FIRSTNOTE: Touch down in the zone; lower the nose smoothly. | |
| 06 | SpeedbrakeUP / DEPLOYEDNOTE: Verify automatic deployment of ground spoilers. | |
| 07 | Reverse ThrustDEPLOYED AS REQUIREDWARNING: Stow reversers by 60 knots to remain within reverser limits. | |
| 08 | Autobrake / Manual BrakingAS REQUIREDNOTE: Monitor autobrake; take manual braking to exit the runway safely. | |
| 09 | Rollout / Nosewheel SteeringCENTERLINE MAINTAINED |
PHS 16 — After Landing6 steps
| 01 | Speedbrake LeverDOWN / STOWED | |
| 02 | FlapsUPNOTE: Retract flaps after clearing the runway. | |
| 03 | Reverse ThrustSTOWED / IDLE | |
| 04 | AutobrakeOFF | |
| 05 | APUSTART / AS REQUIREDNOTE: Start the APU for electrical power if planning an engine shutdown at the gate. | |
| 06 | After Landing ChecklistCOMPLETE |
PHS 17 — Parking / Shutdown14 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSETNOTE: Set parking brake once stopped at the gate. | |
| 02 | Engine Fuel Control SwitchesCUTOFFNOTE: Move both fuel control switches to CUTOFF to shut down the engines. | |
| 03 | Anti-IceOFF | |
| 04 | Seatbelt SignsOFFNOTE: Turn off seatbelt signs when safe at the gate. | |
| 05 | External PowerCONNECTED / ON (if available)NOTE: Connect ground power, then the APU may be shut down. | |
| 06 | APUOFF (after power transfer) | |
| 07 | Hydraulic PumpsOFF | |
| 08 | Fuel PumpsOFF | |
| 09 | Beacon LightOFFNOTE: Beacon OFF signals engines are shut down. | |
| 10 | DoorsDISARMED / OPENWARNING: Confirm slides disarmed before doors are opened. | |
| 11 | IRS / ADIRUOFF | |
| 12 | Emergency LightsOFF | |
| 13 | Battery SwitchOFF (after secure)NOTE: Leave battery ON until ground power established, then OFF when parking the airplane. | |
| 14 | Shutdown / Secure ChecklistCOMPLETE |