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Fokker F28 FellowshipMSFS 2024 · Startup Checklist · 178 steps · 18 phases
PHS 1 - Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Weather Briefing (METAR / TAF / Sigmet)REVIEWEDNOTE: Check departure, enroute, destination, and alternate weather. Note icing levels and wind shear. | |
| 02 | NOTAMsREVIEWEDNOTE: Check for runway closures, navigation aid outages, and airspace restrictions. | |
| 03 | OFP / SimBrief Flight PlanLOADEDNOTE: Generate and review Operational Flight Plan - route, fuel, winds, alternates. | |
| 04 | Fuel PlanningVERIFIEDNOTE: Block fuel: taxi + trip + contingency (5%) + alternate + final reserve (30 min). F28 burns approx 2,000-2,400 kg/hr. | |
| 05 | Weight and Balance / LoadsheetWITHIN LIMITSCAUTION: Verify ZFW, TOW, and LW are within limits. Check CG% is within envelope. F28 MTOW is 33,110 kg. | |
| 06 | SID / STAR / Approach ReviewBRIEFEDNOTE: Review departure and arrival procedures. Check transition altitudes and minimum sector altitudes. | |
| 07 | MEL / CDL ItemsCHECKEDNOTE: Review any Minimum Equipment List or Configuration Deviation List items before departure. | |
| 08 | Performance - Takeoff SpeedsCALCULATEDNOTE: V1, VR, V2 from performance charts based on TOW, runway length, temperature, and pressure altitude. |
PHS 2 - Electrical Power Up5 steps
| 01 | Battery SwitchONNOTE: Main battery switch on overhead panel. This provides initial DC power. | |
| 02 | Battery VoltageCHECK 24-28VNOTE: Verify battery voltage is adequate before attempting any power-up. | |
| 03 | External Power (GPU)CONNECTED (if available)NOTE: Connect ground power unit before APU start to conserve battery. | |
| 04 | External Power SwitchON (if GPU connected) | |
| 05 | Overhead and Panel LightingSET as required |
PHS 3 - Cockpit Preparation20 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 02 | Fuel Quantity GaugesCHECK - verify fuel loadNOTE: F28 total usable fuel approx 9,750 kg (13,040 litres). Confirm fuel matches planned block fuel. | |
| 03 | Fuel Pumps (Left and Right)ONNOTE: Both wing tank booster pumps ON to supply engines. | |
| 04 | Fuel Crossfeed ValveCLOSED (normal) | |
| 05 | Emergency Lights SwitchARM | |
| 06 | Seat Belts SignON | |
| 07 | No Smoking SignON | |
| 08 | Navigation LightsON | |
| 09 | Hydraulic System PressureCHECK 3,000 PSI (both systems)NOTE: F28 has two independent hydraulic systems. Check gauges on overhead panel. | |
| 10 | Fire Detection System TestTEST - both enginesNOTE: Test fire warning loops. Confirm warning lights and audio activate correctly. | |
| 11 | Fire Extinguisher HandlesCHECK - not pulled | |
| 12 | Oxygen System PressureCHECK - fullNOTE: Crew oxygen pressure should be in green arc. | |
| 13 | Pressurisation SystemAUTO - set landing altitude | |
| 14 | Air Conditioning PacksAUTO | |
| 15 | Anti-Ice SystemsCHECK - as requiredNOTE: Wing and engine anti-ice switches on overhead. Set to ON if icing conditions anticipated. | |
| 16 | SpoilersRETRACTED / ARMEDNOTE: Verify spoiler panels are flush and ground spoiler arm switch is in correct position. | |
| 17 | Flight ControlsCHECK full and free movementCAUTION: Cycle aileron, elevator, and rudder through full range. Confirm no obstructions. | |
| 18 | Elevator TrimSET for takeoff CG | |
| 19 | Rudder TrimZERO | |
| 20 | Aileron TrimZERO |
PHS 4 - Avionics and Navigation Setup11 steps
| 01 | Avionics MasterON | |
| 02 | VHF Radios (COM 1 / COM 2)SET departure frequenciesNOTE: Set ATIS frequency on standby. Set clearance delivery or ground frequency active. | |
| 03 | NAV Radios (VOR 1 / VOR 2)SET departure VOR / ILSNOTE: Tune departure VOR or ILS for situational awareness during initial climb. | |
| 04 | ADFSET as required | |
| 05 | DMEON and CHECKED | |
| 06 | Altimeters (Captain and FO)SET QNH - cross-checked | |
| 07 | Course Selectors (OBS 1 / OBS 2)SET as required for departure | |
| 08 | Heading BugSET runway heading | |
| 09 | TransponderSET squawk code - STBY | |
| 10 | Autopilot PanelCHECK - altitude and speed bugs setNOTE: Set initial cleared altitude and Vr bug. F28 autopilot engages above 400 ft AGL. | |
| 11 | Flight DirectorONNOTE: Set pitch and roll modes as appropriate for departure. |
PHS 5 - Before Start9 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 02 | Beacon LightONNOTE: Anti-collision beacon ON signals to ground crew that engines will start. | |
| 03 | DoorsCLOSED and LATCHEDCAUTION: Confirm all passenger doors and service doors are closed and secure before start. | |
| 04 | Thrust LeversIDLE - confirmed | |
| 05 | Engine Start SwitchesOFFNOTE: Both engine start switches should be in OFF position before initiating start. | |
| 06 | Ignition SwitchesAUTO | |
| 07 | Air Conditioning PacksOFFNOTE: Reduce bleed air demand during engine start to assist start performance. | |
| 08 | Bleed Air SwitchesCHECK position for start | |
| 09 | Ground CrewCLEARED TO STARTCAUTION: Confirm area around both engines is clear of personnel and equipment. |
PHS 6 - Engine Start15 steps
| 01 | Engine 2 Start SwitchSTART (right engine first)NOTE: Standard procedure is to start engine 2 (right) first. Move start switch to START position. | |
| 02 | Engine 2 N2 - MonitorRISING - watch for 20%CAUTION: Monitor N2 spool-up. If no rotation within 10 seconds, abort start and investigate. | |
| 03 | Engine 2 Fuel LeverOPEN at 20% N2NOTE: Move fuel lever to open (idle) position when N2 reaches approximately 20%. | |
| 04 | Engine 2 EGT - MonitorRISING - watch for hot startWARNING: Hot start limit: EGT must not exceed 850 C during start. If exceeded, abort start immediately. | |
| 05 | Engine 2 N1 - MonitorRISING to idle | |
| 06 | Engine 2 Start SwitchOFF (at idle - N2 approx 60%) | |
| 07 | Engine 2 Parameters at IdleCHECK N1, N2, EGT, oil pressure stable | |
| 08 | Engine 1 Start SwitchSTART (left engine) | |
| 09 | Engine 1 N2 - MonitorRISING - watch for 20%CAUTION: Monitor N2 spool-up. Abort if no rotation within 10 seconds. | |
| 10 | Engine 1 Fuel LeverOPEN at 20% N2 | |
| 11 | Engine 1 EGT - MonitorRISING - watch for hot startWARNING: Hot start limit: EGT must not exceed 850 C during start. Abort if limit exceeded. | |
| 12 | Engine 1 N1 - MonitorRISING to idle | |
| 13 | Engine 1 Start SwitchOFF (at idle - N2 approx 60%) | |
| 14 | Engine 1 Parameters at IdleCHECK N1, N2, EGT, oil pressure stable | |
| 15 | Both Engines Stable at IdleCONFIRMED |
PHS 7 - After Start10 steps
| 01 | External PowerDISCONNECTNOTE: Ground power unit can be disconnected once both engines are running and stable. | |
| 02 | Air Conditioning PacksAUTO / ON | |
| 03 | Hydraulic PressureCHECK 3,000 PSI both systemsNOTE: Engine-driven hydraulic pumps should now be pressurising both systems. | |
| 04 | Electrical SystemCHECK generators online - NORMALNOTE: Both engine generators should be supplying AC power. Verify on electrical panel. | |
| 05 | Bleed AirON both enginesNOTE: Engine bleed air supplying pressurisation and air conditioning. | |
| 06 | FlapsSET for takeoff (15 degrees typical)NOTE: Normal takeoff flap setting is 15 degrees. Confirm flap position indicator matches selection. | |
| 07 | SpoilersRETRACTED - ground spoilers ARMED | |
| 08 | TrimSET for takeoff - re-verify | |
| 09 | Anti-IceAS REQUIRED for conditions | |
| 10 | TransponderALT (squawk assigned code) |
PHS 8 - Taxi7 steps
| 01 | ATISOBTAINED - QNH and active runway confirmed | |
| 02 | Taxi ClearanceOBTAINED from ATC | |
| 03 | Parking BrakeRELEASE | |
| 04 | BrakesTEST on initial movementNOTE: Apply gentle brakes immediately after moving to verify brake effectiveness. | |
| 05 | Taxi LightsON | |
| 06 | Nose Wheel SteeringOPERATIVE - check steering response | |
| 07 | Taxi SpeedMAINTAIN below 30 kts (straight) / 15 kts (turns) |
PHS 9 - Before Takeoff12 steps
| 01 | Takeoff BriefingCOMPLETENOTE: Brief SID, initial altitude, engine failure procedures, and abort criteria. | |
| 02 | Flight ControlsCHECK full and freeCAUTION: Final check - ensure controls are free and respond correctly. | |
| 03 | FlapsSET and CONFIRMED (15 degrees)NOTE: Verify flap position indicator. 15 degrees is normal takeoff setting. | |
| 04 | TrimSET for CG - confirmed | |
| 05 | V-SpeedsSET on airspeed indicator bugsNOTE: Set V1, VR, V2 bugs. Typical: V1 120-130 kts, VR 130-135 kts, V2 140-145 kts (weight dependent). | |
| 06 | AutopilotOFF for takeoff - modes pre-setNOTE: Autopilot should not be engaged for takeoff. Pre-select initial altitude and heading modes. | |
| 07 | Flight DirectorON - takeoff mode | |
| 08 | Anti-IceAS REQUIRED | |
| 09 | TransponderALT - squawk confirmed | |
| 10 | Strobe LightsON | |
| 11 | Landing LightsON | |
| 12 | Takeoff ClearanceRECEIVED from ATC |
PHS 10 - Takeoff10 steps
| 01 | Runway LineupCONFIRM runway and heading | |
| 02 | Thrust LeversADVANCE to takeoff powerNOTE: Advance smoothly to takeoff thrust setting. Spey engines spool fairly quickly - advance steadily. | |
| 03 | Engine InstrumentsCROSSCHECK - symmetric thrustCAUTION: Verify both engines reading similar N1/N2/EGT before reaching 80 kts. Abort if asymmetric. | |
| 04 | 80 Knots CheckCALLOUT - instruments confirmed | |
| 05 | V1CALLOUT - committed to takeoffCAUTION: No abort after V1 unless catastrophic failure. Maintain directional control. | |
| 06 | VRROTATE - 3 degrees/second to 15 degrees pitch | |
| 07 | V2MAINTAIN V2 + 10 kts initial climb | |
| 08 | Positive ClimbCONFIRMED - both VSI and altimeter increasing | |
| 09 | Landing GearRETRACTNOTE: Select gear up when positive rate of climb is confirmed. | |
| 10 | Landing Gear IndicationUP and LOCKED - 3 greens out |
PHS 11 - After Takeoff and Climb8 steps
| 01 | Flap Retraction ScheduleRETRACT on speedNOTE: Flaps 15 to 0: accelerate to flap retraction speed (approx 180 kts for flaps 15). Monitor speed schedule. | |
| 02 | Climb PowerSET - reduce from takeoff to climb thrustNOTE: Reduce to climb power after acceleration phase - typically 85-90% N1. | |
| 03 | Landing LightsOFF above 10,000 ft | |
| 04 | Seat Belts SignOFF - if turbulence free (pilot discretion) | |
| 05 | AutopilotENGAGE above 400 ft AGLNOTE: F28 autopilot can be engaged above 400 ft AGL. Set heading, altitude, and vertical speed modes. | |
| 06 | Transition AltitudeALTIMETERS SET to 1013 hPa / 29.92 inHgNOTE: At transition altitude, set both altimeters to standard pressure. | |
| 07 | Cruise Altitude ApproachLEVEL OFF - set cruise power | |
| 08 | Anti-IceAS REQUIRED for icing conditions |
PHS 12 - Cruise7 steps
| 01 | Cruise PowerSET - target Mach 0.73 / approx 390 kts TASNOTE: Normal cruise at approximately 31,000 ft. Typical cruise N1 approx 85%. | |
| 02 | Fuel BalanceCHECK - wings within 500 kg of each otherNOTE: Monitor fuel asymmetry. Use crossfeed valve if imbalance develops. | |
| 03 | Fuel RemainingCHECK vs flight plan - note time | |
| 04 | Engine InstrumentsMONITOR - all parameters normal | |
| 05 | PressurisationCHECK - cabin altitude normalNOTE: Cabin altitude should not exceed 8,000 ft in normal operations. | |
| 06 | HydraulicsCHECK - both systems 3,000 PSI | |
| 07 | Position Report / ATCAS REQUIRED |
PHS 13 - Descent Preparation6 steps
| 01 | ATIS DestinationOBTAINEDNOTE: Listen to destination ATIS. Note active runway, approach type, QNH, and weather. | |
| 02 | Approach BriefingCOMPLETENOTE: Brief approach type, initial approach fix, final approach course, minima, and missed approach procedure. | |
| 03 | AltimetersSET destination QNH at transition level | |
| 04 | NAV RadiosSET ILS / VOR for approach | |
| 05 | Approach Speed (Vapp)CALCULATEDNOTE: Vapp based on landing weight. Typical Vapp 130-140 kts depending on weight and flap setting. | |
| 06 | Fuel CheckCONFIRM sufficient fuel for approach and alternate |
PHS 14 - Descent7 steps
| 01 | Descent ClearanceOBTAINED from ATC | |
| 02 | ThrustREDUCE to idle / flight idle | |
| 03 | Speed BrakesAS REQUIRED to achieve descent rateCAUTION: Extend speed brakes symmetrically. Maximum speed with spoilers extended is Vmo. | |
| 04 | Descent Speed250 kts below FL100NOTE: Reduce to 250 kts when passing FL100 if not already at lower speed. | |
| 05 | Anti-IceAS REQUIRED for icing levels | |
| 06 | Seat Belts SignON below 10,000 ft | |
| 07 | Landing LightsON below 10,000 ft |
PHS 15 - Approach12 steps
| 01 | Approach ClearanceRECEIVED from ATC | |
| 02 | ILS / VORIDENTIFIED and CHECKEDNOTE: Confirm ILS identifier and correct frequency. Cross-check with chart. | |
| 03 | FlapsSELECT 15 degrees at approx 200 ktsNOTE: Begin flap extension sequence during approach. F28 flaps: 0 - 15 - 25 - 42 degrees. | |
| 04 | Speed ReductionREDUCE to approach speed schedule | |
| 05 | Flaps 25 degreesSELECT at approx 180 kts | |
| 06 | Landing GearDOWN - 3 greens confirmedNOTE: Lower gear at approx 180 kts (gear limit speed). Confirm all 3 gear down and locked. | |
| 07 | Flaps 42 degreesSELECT for landing - confirmNOTE: Normal landing flap setting is 42 degrees. Verify with flap indicator. | |
| 08 | Ground SpoilersARMED | |
| 09 | AutopilotAS REQUIRED - or OFF for manual approach | |
| 10 | Approach Speed (Vapp)TARGET - 130-140 kts (weight dependent) | |
| 11 | Localiser and Glide SlopeINTERCEPT and TRACK | |
| 12 | 1,000 ft Stabilised CheckSTABLE - speed, config, descent rate confirmedCAUTION: If not stabilised by 1,000 ft AGL, execute go-around. No attempt to continue. |
PHS 16 - Landing8 steps
| 01 | Approach Speed MaintainedCONFIRMED - Vapp to threshold | |
| 02 | FlareINITIATE at 30 ft AGLNOTE: Reduce thrust to idle and raise nose slightly. F28 has low wing and pod-mounted engines. | |
| 03 | TouchdownMAIN GEAR FIRST - firm positive landingNOTE: Aim for firm landing to deploy ground spoilers automatically. Avoid floating. | |
| 04 | Thrust ReverserDEPLOY after touchdownNOTE: F28 Spey engines have thrust reversers. Select reverse and advance to maximum reverse thrust. | |
| 05 | Ground SpoilersDEPLOYED (auto on touchdown) | |
| 06 | BrakesAPPLY - firm progressive braking | |
| 07 | Thrust ReverserCANCEL at 70 ktsCAUTION: Stow reversers before reaching 70 kts to prevent reingestion. Return levers to idle. | |
| 08 | Directional ControlMAINTAIN with rudder/nose wheel steering |
PHS 17 - After Landing8 steps
| 01 | Runway ExitCLEAR - at safe speed | |
| 02 | FlapsRETRACT to 0 degrees | |
| 03 | Ground SpoilersDISARM | |
| 04 | TransponderSTBY | |
| 05 | Strobe LightsOFF | |
| 06 | Landing LightsOFF (or as required for taxi) | |
| 07 | Anti-IceOFF (unless required for taxi conditions) | |
| 08 | Taxi ClearanceOBTAINED from ATC |
PHS 18 - Parking and Shutdown15 steps
| 01 | Parking PositionON STAND - nose wheel on line | |
| 02 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 03 | Taxi LightsOFF | |
| 04 | Engine InstrumentsRECORD final readings | |
| 05 | Thrust LeversIDLE - confirm | |
| 06 | Fuel Levers (Engine 1 and 2)CLOSE (cut-off position)NOTE: Move fuel levers to cut-off. Engines will flame out and spool down. | |
| 07 | Engine RundownMONITOR N1 and N2 to zeroCAUTION: Allow engines to spool down fully. Do not close fuel levers while engines are under load. | |
| 08 | Beacon LightOFF - after engine shutdown complete | |
| 09 | Fuel PumpsOFF | |
| 10 | Air Conditioning PacksOFF | |
| 11 | Hydraulic SystemCHECK pressure bleeds to zero | |
| 12 | Navigation LightsOFF | |
| 13 | AvionicsOFF | |
| 14 | Electrical Master / BatteryOFF | |
| 15 | ChocksIN PLACENOTE: Confirm wheel chocks are placed before releasing parking brake for overnight stops. |