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Embraer E-Jets E170/E175 (FlightSim Studio) Startup Checklist
Embraer E-Jets E170/E175 (FlightSim Studio) Startup Notes
The E175 might be the easiest airliner start in the sim: batteries on, APU running, and the air management system handles the bleed logic for you, so there is no pack and isolation valve dance. Load the FMS while the IRS aligns, then engine start is a single action: rotate the START/STOP selector to START and release it. The FADEC sequences the starter, ignition, and fuel automatically, and will even abort a bad start on its own. Your job is mostly to monitor N2 and ITT.
The mistakes here come from over-managing. Pilots hold the start knob in START waiting for something to happen, but it is a momentary selection: turn, release, monitor. Others hunt for bleed switches that never needed touching, or start cranking before the APU is actually available to supply air. The last trap is skipping FMS initialization because the start is so simple; without position, route, and performance data entered, you will still be scrambling when you reach the runway.
Common mistakes
- Holding the start knob instead of releasing it
- Cranking before the APU is available to supply air
- Skipping FMS setup because the start is easy
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Embraer E-Jets E170/E175 (FlightSim Studio)MSFS 2024 · Startup Checklist · 160 steps · 20 phases
PHS 1 - Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Weather (METAR / TAF / SIGMET)REVIEWEDNOTE: Departure, destination and alternate. Note wind, QNH, OAT and icing - the ice protection limits start at 10 deg C OAT on the ground. | |
| 02 | NOTAMsREVIEWEDNOTE: Runway closures, ILS outages and approach changes at departure, destination and alternate. | |
| 03 | SimBrief OFPGENERATEDNOTE: Use the default E170 or E175 SimBrief profile - FSS adapted the aircraft weights to those profiles. | |
| 04 | Navdata CycleCURRENTNOTE: Checked later on MCDU NAV IDENT. If out of date, update via EFB > Settings > Navdata. | |
| 05 | Fuel PlanningVERIFIEDNOTE: Max fuel 9,496 kg. Minimum fuel 1,020 kg / 45 min; emergency fuel 680 kg / 30 min. | |
| 06 | Weight & Balance (EFB)WITHIN LIMITSCAUTION: E175: MTOW 38,790 kg, MLW 34,000 kg, MZFW 31,700 kg. Max FWD cargo 1,500 kg, AFT 1,150 kg. Load through the EFB, never the MSFS weight menu. | |
| 07 | Takeoff PerformanceCALCULATEDNOTE: V1, VR, V2, VFS, TO CG and trim (TRM) come from the EFB manifest / loadsheet. | |
| 08 | Controls ProfileCHECKEDNOTE: FSS recommends a separate controller profile with TOGGLE MASTER BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR and TOGGLE MASTER ALTERNATOR unbound. Throttle axes on THROTTLE 1 / 2 AXIS, calibrated in EFB > Settings > Calibration. |
PHS 2 - Safety and Power Up23 steps
| 01 | Flight DeckCHECKED | |
| 02 | Emergency EquipmentCHECKED | |
| 03 | Maintenance StatusCHECKED | |
| 04 | GPUOUT | |
| 05 | APU GENIN | |
| 06 | Batteries 1 & 2OFFNOTE: Confirm the cold position before applying power. | |
| 07 | Fuel PumpsAUTO | |
| 08 | Emergency LightOFF | |
| 09 | Windshield WipersOFF | |
| 10 | Hydraulic SYS 1, 2 & 3B Elec PumpsAUTO | |
| 11 | Hydraulic SYS 3 Elec Pump AOFF | |
| 12 | Landing Gear LeverDN | |
| 13 | Start / Stop Selectors 1 & 2STOP | |
| 14 | Speed Brake LeverCLOSE | |
| 15 | Thrust LeversIDLE | |
| 16 | Batteries 1 & 2ON / AUTONOTE: BATT 1 to ON, BATT 2 to AUTO. On batteries alone for more than 5 minutes on the ground a horn sounds. | |
| 17 | Slat / Flap LeverAGREES WITH SURFACE POSITION | |
| 18 | Fire Extinguisher PanelCHECKEDCAUTION: Hold the fire TEST button 3 to 10 seconds. Longer than 10 seconds with the APU running shuts the APU down. | |
| 19 | GPUIN (IF AVAIL)NOTE: GPU button goes AVAIL -> IN USE. Push it out before the GPU is disconnected. | |
| 20 | APU SelectorON, THEN STARTNOTE: Wait 30 seconds after EICAS energization. APU electrics and bleed are available 3 seconds after 95% RPM. | |
| 21 | NAV LightsON | |
| 22 | Logo LightsAS REQUIRED | |
| 23 | Emergency LightARMED |
PHS 3 - Cockpit Preparation10 steps
| 01 | IDG 1 & 2 SelectorsAUTO | |
| 02 | AC Bus TiesAUTO | |
| 03 | TRU 1, 2 & ESS / DC Bus TiesAUTO | |
| 04 | Packs 1 & 2 / Bleeds / XBLEED / APU BleedIN (AUTO)NOTE: All AMS buttons pushed in for automatic operation. | |
| 05 | RecircIN | |
| 06 | Pressurization ModeAUTONOTE: Landing field elevation comes from the FMS destination. With no destination entered LFE defaults to 0 ft. | |
| 07 | Ice Protection ModeAUTONOTE: For taxi out and takeoff in icing conditions, anti-ice is set on the MCDU (TO DATASET REF A/I). | |
| 08 | Passenger Oxygen Mask DeployAUTO | |
| 09 | Ignition Selectors 1 & 2AUTO | |
| 10 | EFB Departure PageFUEL & PAYLOAD LOADEDNOTE: Import SimBrief or enter weights, then Begin Loading (Real-time, Instant or GSX). |
PHS 4 - MCDU Setup12 steps
| 01 | RADIOSETNOTE: First frequency (ground / delivery) active, the next one in standby. | |
| 02 | NAV IDENTAIRAC VERIFIEDCAUTION: Complete NAV IDENT before using RTE, FPL or PERF. | |
| 03 | RTEIMPORTED & ACTIVATEDNOTE: SimBrief username in NAV > DATALINK > ADDRESS. Match origin, destination and FLIGHT ID, then DLK FPL or SEND, then ACTIVATE. SID, STAR and runway are not imported. | |
| 04 | DEPARTURE (Runway / SID)SELECTED & ACTIVATEDNOTE: ACT RTE > DEPARTURE> (LSK 6R), runway, SID, INSERT, then ACTIVATE on MOD ACTIVE FPL. | |
| 05 | ARRIVAL (STAR / Approach)AS REQUIREDNOTE: Can wait until the descent briefing. ACT RTE > ARRIVAL> (LSK 6R). | |
| 06 | FPLDISCONTINUITIES CLEAREDNOTE: Page through with NEXT. Insert the missing fix or DEL the dashes, then ACTIVATE. | |
| 07 | PERF INIT 1/3SEND REQSTNOTE: Pulls performance data from the OFP. Check the aircraft weight matches it. | |
| 08 | PERF INIT 2/3 - TO CGENTEREDNOTE: TO CG from the EFB manifest, LSK 5L. | |
| 09 | PERF INIT 3/3 - CONFIRM INITPRESSEDWARNING: Without CONFIRM INIT (LSK 6R) the FMS calculates no TOC / TOD, no VNAV path, and PERF DATA stays blank. Press it again after any PERF INIT change. | |
| 10 | TAKEOFF Page (V1 / VR / V2 / VFS / Flaps)ENTEREDNOTE: From the EFB manifest / loadsheet. | |
| 11 | TRS > TO DATASETSET & ENTEREDWARNING: Takeoff with ATTCS OFF is not authorized. Select TO-1 / TO-2 / TO-3, FLEX as required, REF ECS and REF A/I to match the real bleed configuration, then [ENTER]. | |
| 12 | DEP LIM - VNAV CAPCHECKEDNOTE: Default 800 ft AFE - the altitude where VNAV captures after takeoff. |
PHS 5 - Before Start17 steps
| 01 | Preflight ChecksCOMPLETE | |
| 02 | Fuel QTYCHECKED | |
| 03 | MCDUSET | |
| 04 | Crew OxygenCHECKED | |
| 05 | AltimeterSET AND X-CHECKED | |
| 06 | Flight InstrumentsSET | |
| 07 | Passenger SignsON | |
| 08 | Takeoff BriefingCOMPLETE | |
| 09 | Seatbelt / Shoulder HarnessCHECKED | |
| 10 | Takeoff PerformanceSET | |
| 11 | AutobrakeRTO | |
| 12 | TrimSET, CENTEREDNOTE: Pitch trim to the TRM value on the EFB manifest - confirm on EICAS. Yaw and roll trim centered. | |
| 13 | Doors / WindowsCLOSED | |
| 14 | TOGA ButtonPRESSEDNOTE: Sets the autoflight system to takeoff mode. Must be done before takeoff at the latest; most operators do it before start. | |
| 15 | BeaconON | |
| 16 | TransponderON | |
| 17 | Parking BrakeOFFNOTE: As listed on the FSS card - released for pushback when cleared by ground. Default MSFS pushback and Toolbar Pushback work; GSX Pro needs the included profile. |
PHS 6 - Engine Start10 steps
| 01 | FSTN Belts SignON | |
| 02 | BeaconON | |
| 03 | Start / Stop Selector (Engine 1)STARTNOTE: Momentary - turn to START and release to RUN. FADEC runs the start sequence. | |
| 04 | Ignition A / BAT 7% N2 | |
| 05 | Fuel FlowAT 20% N2 | |
| 06 | Oil PressureWITHIN 10 SECONDSWARNING: Engine abnormal start (no oil pressure, hot or hung start): Start / Stop selector - STOP. | |
| 07 | Ignition A / B OutAT 50% N2 | |
| 08 | Start / Stop Selector (Engine 2)STARTNOTE: Same sequence: ignition 7%, fuel flow 20%, oil pressure within 10 seconds, ignition out 50% N2. | |
| 09 | Engines StabilizedCHECKEDCAUTION: Starter duty cycle on the ground: 1st and 2nd attempt 90 sec ON / 10 sec OFF, 3rd to 5th 90 sec ON / 5 min OFF. | |
| 10 | Timer2 MIN WARMUPNOTE: Operate at or near IDLE for at least 2 minutes before high thrust. Taxi time counts. |
PHS 7 - After Start7 steps
| 01 | Electrical TransferCHECKEDCAUTION: Wait 30 seconds after N2 stabilizes before shutting down the APU or disconnecting the GPU, or follow the transfer on the ELEC synoptic, to avoid a power interruption. | |
| 02 | GPUOUT / DISCONNECTED | |
| 03 | FlapsSETNOTE: Takeoff flaps as on the MCDU TAKEOFF page. | |
| 04 | APUAS REQUIRED | |
| 05 | Hydraulic SYS 3 Elec Pump AON | |
| 06 | Flight ControlsCHECKED | |
| 07 | Taxi Lights Nose / SideON |
PHS 8 - Taxi4 steps
| 01 | Taxi ClearanceOBTAINED | |
| 02 | Parking BrakeRELEASEDNOTE: The E-Jets tend to roll at idle thrust once the brake is released - less so when heavy. | |
| 03 | Nose Wheel SteeringCHECKEDNOTE: On the initial roll some nose-down elevator may be needed to counter the thrust pitch-up and keep the nose wheel effective. | |
| 04 | Taxi SpeedMONITOREDCAUTION: Dry: 30 kt straight / 10 kt in turns. Wet: 10 kt straight / 5 kt in turns. No reverse thrust during taxi. |
PHS 9 - Before Takeoff8 steps
| 01 | CabinSECURED | |
| 02 | Takeoff DataREVIEWED | |
| 03 | EICASCHECKED | |
| 04 | Brake TempCHECKEDNOTE: Must be green for takeoff. | |
| 05 | T/O ConfigCHECKEDNOTE: Hold the button 3 seconds until the aural. Checks flaps vs MCDU, parking brake off, pitch trim in the green band, spoilers stowed. | |
| 06 | APUAS REQUIRED | |
| 07 | Lights Strobe / Landing / InspectionON | |
| 08 | FMA - Takeoff ModeCHECKEDNOTE: TO mode armed on the PFD FMAs (TOGA pressed). |
PHS 10 - Takeoff5 steps
| 01 | AutothrottleARMEDNOTE: AT button on the guidance panel. | |
| 02 | Thrust Levers40% N1, STABILIZE | |
| 03 | Thrust LeversTO/GA DETENTCAUTION: TLA NOT TOGA appears on EICAS if the levers are not in the TOGA detent by 60 kt.NOTE: Autothrottle takes over at 50% N1 and goes to HOLD at 60 KIAS. | |
| 04 | V1 / RotateAT VR | |
| 05 | Positive RateMIN V2 + 10 |
PHS 11 - After Takeoff5 steps
| 01 | Landing GearUP | |
| 02 | VNAV / FLCHCHECKEDNOTE: Magenta FLCH captures above VNAV CAP (800 ft AFE). Without VNAV fly green FLCH at 250-270 kt. | |
| 03 | ALTSELCLEARED ALTITUDENOTE: VNAV will not climb through ALTSEL. | |
| 04 | APUOFF | |
| 05 | Slat / FlapsUPNOTE: Retract on the flap bugs. Speed brakes retract automatically with flaps 2 or more or below 180 KIAS. |
PHS 12 - Climb4 steps
| 01 | AutopilotAS REQUIREDNOTE: Minimum engagement height 400 ft. | |
| 02 | Thrust RatingCLBNOTE: TRS AUTO selects CLB-1 or CLB-2 (CLB-2 when the takeoff thrust was below CLB-1). | |
| 03 | AltimetersSTD AT TRANSITION | |
| 04 | Speed Below 10,000 ft250 KT MAXNOTE: Turbulence penetration: 250 kt below 10,000 ft, 270 kt / M0.76 above. |
PHS 13 - Cruise4 steps
| 01 | Thrust RatingCRZNOTE: Selected automatically after 90 seconds level at the ALTSEL altitude within 5 kt of the selected speed. | |
| 02 | Fuel BalanceMONITOREDCAUTION: Max imbalance 360 kg. Use XFEED LOW 1 / LOW 2 to correct; crossfeed must be OFF for takeoff and landing. | |
| 03 | AutothrottleMONITOREDCAUTION: Moving the thrust levers above 60 kt disconnects the autothrottle. | |
| 04 | Speed LimitsMONITOREDNOTE: VMO 300 kt up to 8,000 ft, 320 kt from 10,000 ft to the Mach transition. MMO M0.82. |
PHS 14 - Descent10 steps
| 01 | ARRIVAL / Approach in FMSCHECKED | |
| 02 | LANDING PageSETNOTE: Landing flaps 5 or FULL, approach speeds on APP SPD. | |
| 03 | ALTSELSET BEFORE TODNOTE: VTA shows one minute before TOD. Without ALTSEL wound down the aircraft stays in VALT through TOD. | |
| 04 | Descent ModePTH CAPTUREDNOTE: With VNAV and LNAV active, magenta PTH captures the path. Without VNAV, plan about 320 ft/nm for 3 degrees. | |
| 05 | Lights and Seat Belt SignsSET | |
| 06 | AltimeterSET | |
| 07 | Landing DataREVIEWED | |
| 08 | AutobrakeSETNOTE: LO / MED / HI. | |
| 09 | Seat Belt / Shoulder HarnessCHECKED | |
| 10 | Approach BriefingCOMPLETE |
PHS 15 - Approach4 steps
| 01 | ILS Auto Tune / PreviewCHECKEDNOTE: With an ILS selected in the MCDU, frequency, course and preview set themselves within 150 nm of destination. | |
| 02 | APP ModeARMEDNOTE: ILS: press APP once the localizer needle moves (30 degree intercept in HDG). RNAV / LPV: LNAV + VNAV active, APP arms GP within 30 nm - do not use green APP/LOC. | |
| 03 | Missed Approach AltitudeSET IN ALTSELNOTE: After GS / GP capture. | |
| 04 | FlapsON SCHEDULECAUTION: VFE: Flap 1 230 kt, 2 215 kt, 3 200 kt, 4 180 kt, 5 180 kt, FULL 165 kt. |
PHS 16 - Before Landing4 steps
| 01 | Flight AttendantsNOTIFIED | |
| 02 | Landing GearDOWN 3 GREEN | |
| 03 | FlapsSETNOTE: Go-around flaps: landing FULL -> flaps 4, landing flaps 5 -> flaps 2. | |
| 04 | Landing LightON |
PHS 17 - Landing7 steps
| 01 | Autothrottle at MDA / DADISCONNECTNOTE: FSS best practice - the 30 ft RETD mode reduces speed slowly and gives a long flare. | |
| 02 | 50 ftRAISE NOSE SLIGHTLY | |
| 03 | 30 ftIDLE, FLARENOTE: About 6-7 degrees nose up, keeping the runway end steady in the windscreen. | |
| 04 | Nose Gear on GroundREVERSE THRUSTWARNING: No go-around after the reversers have been deployed. | |
| 05 | 80 ktREVERSE IDLE | |
| 06 | 60 ktREVERSE STOWED | |
| 07 | Go-Around (if required)TOGANOTE: Press TOGA - GA and TRACK engage and the autothrottle commands go-around thrust. |
PHS 18 - After Landing5 steps
| 01 | LightsAS REQUIRED | |
| 02 | FlapsUP | |
| 03 | Trim4 UP, CENTERED | |
| 04 | APUSTART | |
| 05 | Ice Protection ModeAS REQUIREDNOTE: Select ON for taxi in if icing is anticipated or encountered. |
PHS 19 - Shutdown8 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 02 | TransponderOFF | |
| 03 | Chocks and BrakesSET | |
| 04 | GPUIN (IF AVAIL) | |
| 05 | Engines (Start / Stop 1 & 2)STOPNOTE: Thrust levers must be at IDLE for the FADEC to shut down. | |
| 06 | Hydraulic Pump 3AOFF | |
| 07 | BeaconOFF | |
| 08 | FSTN Belts SignOFF |
PHS 20 - Securing the Aircraft5 steps
| 01 | APUOFFNOTE: Bleed is removed immediately, electrics after a 1-minute cooldown. | |
| 02 | Emergency LightOFF | |
| 03 | NAV / Logo LightsOFF | |
| 04 | GPUOUT | |
| 05 | Batteries 1 & 2OFFCAUTION: Wait for APU OFF and APU FUEL SOV CLSD on EICAS (about 80 seconds) before switching the batteries off. |