MSFS 2024 · Airliner
Boeing 737-800 (iFly) Startup Checklist
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Boeing 737-800 (iFly)MSFS 2024 · Startup Checklist · 195 steps · 17 phases
PHS 1 — Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Weather Briefing (METAR / TAF / Sigmet)REVIEWEDNOTE: Check departure, enroute, destination, and alternate weather. Note winds aloft. | |
| 02 | NOTAMsREVIEWEDNOTE: Check for runway closures, nav 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 includes taxi, trip, contingency (5%), alternate, final reserve (30 min), and extra. | |
| 05 | Weight & Balance / LoadsheetWITHIN LIMITSCAUTION: Verify ZFW, TOW, and LW are within structural and performance limits. Max TOW 77,900 kg. | |
| 06 | SID / STAR / Approach ReviewBRIEFEDNOTE: Review departure and expected arrival procedures. Note transition altitudes. | |
| 07 | MEL / CDL ItemsCHECKEDNOTE: Review any Minimum Equipment List or Configuration Deviation List items. | |
| 08 | Performance - Takeoff SpeedsCALCULATEDNOTE: V1, VR, V2 based on TOW, runway, and conditions. Enter on CDU TAKEOFF REF page. |
PHS 2 — Electrical Power Up6 steps
| 01 | Battery SwitchON (Guard Up) | |
| 02 | Standby Power SwitchAUTO | |
| 03 | APU SwitchSTART, then RELEASE to ONNOTE: Momentary switch - releasing to ON runs an automatic start sequence. May take up to 120 seconds. APU EGT will rise then stabilize. | |
| 04 | APU Generator Bus SwitchesON (Both)NOTE: The APU GEN OFF BUS lights illuminate when the APU is ready to accept load, then extinguish once the generators are on the buses. Allow 1-2 min before using APU bleed. | |
| 05 | IRS Mode Selectors (L and R)NAVCAUTION: Do not move the aircraft during IRS alignment (~10 minutes). | |
| 06 | GSX - Ground Power Unit (GPU)CONNECTNOTE: GSX menu (Ctrl+F12): Ground Power Unit > Connect. Provides external AC power while engines are off. |
PHS 3 — Cockpit Preparation14 steps
| 01 | Overhead Panel - LightingSET as requiredNOTE: Adjust overhead and panel lighting as needed. | |
| 02 | Fuel QuantityCHECK - note total and distributionNOTE: Verify center and main tanks match planned fuel load. | |
| 03 | Fuel PumpsMAIN TANK PUMPS ON (L FWD, L AFT, R FWD, R AFT)WARNING: AFM limitation: the two center tank pumps must not be ON unless center tank quantity exceeds 1,000 lbs. Switch them OFF when both CTR LOW PRESSURE lights illuminate.NOTE: AFT pumps first, then FORWARD. | |
| 04 | Flight Control Panel - Yaw DamperONNOTE: Aft overhead panel. Verify the amber YAW DAMPER light is extinguished. Engagement depends on the B FLT CONTROL switch being ON, not on hydraulic pressure, so it goes ON here rather than waiting for engine start. Leave it ON through shutdown - Boeing has no yaw damper item in the Secure procedure. | |
| 05 | Hydraulic PanelENG and ELEC PUMPS ON | |
| 06 | Pack SwitchesOFF (both) for engine startNOTE: Packs are OFF so APU bleed goes to the starter. They return to AUTO in Before Taxi. | |
| 07 | Bleed AirAPU BLEED ON, Engine Bleeds OFF | |
| 08 | Equipment CoolingNORMAL | |
| 09 | Pressurization (Landing Altitude)SET destination field elevation | |
| 10 | Anti-Ice / Window HeatAUTO / AS REQUIRED | |
| 11 | Fire Warning TestTEST - verify all lights and bell | |
| 12 | Flight Controls - CheckFULL TRAVEL (both axes)NOTE: Verify ailerons, elevator, rudder move freely with no restriction. | |
| 13 | TrimSET FOR TAKEOFFNOTE: Stabilizer trim per loadsheet CG. Aileron and rudder trim zero. | |
| 14 | Parking BrakeSET |
PHS 4 — FMC / CDU Setup12 steps
| 01 | IDENT PageVERIFY aircraft type and database | |
| 02 | POS INIT Page - Departure AirportENTER ICAONOTE: Set reference position and confirm coordinates match gate position. | |
| 03 | IRS alignmentIN PROGRESS or COMPLETENOTE: Confirm both IRSs show GPS position valid before proceeding. | |
| 04 | ROUTE PageORIGIN / DEST / ROUTE ENTEREDNOTE: Enter SID, airways, waypoints, STAR. Activate and execute route. | |
| 05 | PERF INIT PageZFW / GW / FUEL / CRZ ALT / CI ENTEREDNOTE: Enter Zero Fuel Weight, Gross Weight, fuel quantity, cruise altitude, and cost index. | |
| 06 | TAKEOFF REF PageV1 / VR / V2 / FLAPS ENTEREDNOTE: Enter calculated takeoff speeds and flap setting. | |
| 07 | MCP - V2 SpeedSETNOTE: Dial V2 into the IAS/Mach window. | |
| 08 | MCP - Initial AltitudeSETNOTE: Set initial cleared altitude or first restriction. | |
| 09 | MCP - HeadingSET runway heading | |
| 10 | Flight DirectorsON (Both L and R) | |
| 11 | TransponderSET SQUAWK code - STBY | |
| 12 | Radios / Nav AidsSET departure frequencies |
PHS 5 — Before Start12 steps
| 01 | Beacon LightONNOTE: Signal to ground crew that engines will start. | |
| 02 | DoorsCLOSED and ARMEDCAUTION: Confirm all passenger and cargo doors are closed before start. | |
| 03 | Fuel Quantity - Final CheckCONFIRMEDNOTE: Cross-check with fueling paperwork. | |
| 04 | FlapsSET FOR TAKEOFF (1, 5, 10, 15, or 25)NOTE: Flaps 5 is the most common. Select on the flap lever and confirm the CDU TAKEOFF REF page matches. | |
| 05 | N1 BugsSET (via CDU)NOTE: Verify takeoff N1 limit bug is displayed on EICAS. | |
| 06 | AutobrakeRTO | |
| 07 | ClearanceSTART CLEARANCE OBTAINED | |
| 08 | GSX - Fuel TruckREFUEL COMPLETENOTE: GSX menu: Refuel Aircraft. Set desired fuel load before confirming. | |
| 09 | GSX - Catering ServiceCOMPLETENOTE: GSX menu: Call Catering. Forward and aft catering trucks will service the aircraft. | |
| 10 | GSX - Passenger BoardingCOMPLETENOTE: GSX menu: Board Passengers. Wait for all passengers to board. | |
| 11 | GSX - All Passenger DoorsCLOSEDCAUTION: Confirm all door indicators show CLOSED before requesting pushback. | |
| 12 | GSX - Pushback RequestINITIATEDNOTE: GSX menu: Request Pushback. Select direction when prompted. |
PHS 6 — Engine Start14 steps
| 01 | Engine Start SelectorGND | |
| 02 | Engine 2 Start SwitchGND - monitor N2 riseNOTE: Right engine first is standard. N2 will begin to spool up. | |
| 03 | Engine 2 - N1 rotation seen, N2 at 25%START LEVER - IDLECAUTION: Watch EGT - abort start if EGT exceeds 725 C during start.NOTE: If 25% N2 is not attainable, use maximum motoring with a minimum of 20% N2 (max motoring = N2 accelerating less than 1% in about 5 seconds). | |
| 04 | Engine 2 - Fuel Flow and EGTRISINGNOTE: EGT should appear within 10 seconds of moving start lever to IDLE. | |
| 05 | Engine 2 - Starter CutoutAT 56% N2 - verify start switch releases to OFFNOTE: The switch releases itself at starter cutout. Move it to OFF manually only if it does not. Verify oil pressure rise. | |
| 06 | Engine 2 - Stabilized at IdleCHECK Oil Pressure, N1, N2, EGT, Fuel FlowWARNING: Shut down immediately if no oil pressure within 60 seconds of start. | |
| 07 | Engine 1 Start SwitchGND - monitor N2 rise | |
| 08 | Engine 1 - N1 rotation seen, N2 at 25%START LEVER - IDLECAUTION: Monitor EGT for hot start. Abort if EGT exceeds 725 C.NOTE: Same fallback as engine 2: maximum motoring, minimum 20% N2, if 25% is not attainable. | |
| 09 | Engine 1 - Stabilized at IdleCHECK Oil Pressure, N1, N2, EGT, Fuel Flow | |
| 10 | Engine Start SwitchesVERIFY BOTH RELEASED TO OFF at 56% N2NOTE: Positions are GRD, OFF, CONT, FLT. Select OFF manually only if a switch fails to release. | |
| 11 | APU BleedOFF | |
| 12 | Engine BleedsON (Both) | |
| 13 | Pack SwitchesAUTO (both)NOTE: Before Taxi - restore the packs after start. | |
| 14 | GSX - Ground Power Unit (GPU)DISCONNECTNOTE: GSX menu: Ground Power Unit > Disconnect. Disconnect once AC bus is powered by engines. |
PHS 7 — After Start / Taxi11 steps
| 01 | GeneratorsVERIFY ON (Both)NOTE: GEN OFF BUS lights should be extinguished. | |
| 02 | APUOFFNOTE: Shut down after engine generators are confirmed online. | |
| 03 | Hydraulic PressureCHECK - all systems green | |
| 04 | Probe HeatON | |
| 05 | Anti-IceAS REQUIREDNOTE: Engine anti-ice ON if OAT below 10 C with visible moisture or ice. | |
| 06 | Flight InstrumentsCHECK - compare PFDs and standby | |
| 07 | Taxi LightON | |
| 08 | TransponderTA/RANOTE: Set TCAS to TA/RA when cleared to taxi. | |
| 09 | Parking BrakeRELEASE | |
| 10 | BrakesCHECK during initial movement | |
| 11 | Flight ControlsCHECK during taxi |
PHS 8 — Before Takeoff15 steps
| 01 | Takeoff BriefingCOMPLETEDNOTE: Brief V1/VR/V2, SID, engine failure procedure, and abort criteria. | |
| 02 | MCP - AltitudeSET cleared altitude | |
| 03 | MCP - SpeedSET V2 | |
| 04 | LNAV / VNAVARMED | |
| 05 | FlapsVERIFY takeoff setting (1, 5, 10, 15, or 25) | |
| 06 | Stabilizer TrimVERIFY green band | |
| 07 | Speed BrakeDOWN DETENT | |
| 08 | AutobrakeRTO | |
| 09 | Engine Start SwitchesCONTNOTE: Provides continuous ignition for takeoff roll. | |
| 10 | Cabin CrewADVISED - one chime | |
| 11 | Seat Belt SignON | |
| 12 | Landing LightsON | |
| 13 | Strobe LightsONNOTE: Turn on when entering active runway. | |
| 14 | Runway Turnoff LightsON | |
| 15 | Taxi LightOFF |
PHS 9 — Takeoff11 steps
| 01 | BrakesHOLD | |
| 02 | Thrust LeversADVANCE to ~40% N1 - stabilize | |
| 03 | TO/GA ButtonsPRESS - autothrottle engagesNOTE: Autothrottle advances to takeoff N1 (~93-95%). | |
| 04 | FMAVERIFY N1 / TOGA modesCAUTION: Reject takeoff if FMA shows unexpected modes or engine anomaly. | |
| 05 | BrakesRELEASE | |
| 06 | Directional ControlMAINTAIN centerline | |
| 07 | 80 KnotsCALLOUT - cross-check airspeed both sides | |
| 08 | V1CALLOUT - committed to flyWARNING: Do not reject takeoff above V1 unless aircraft is unsafe to fly. | |
| 09 | VRROTATE - pitch to 15 degreesNOTE: Smooth rotation at 2-3 degrees per second. | |
| 10 | Positive Climb RateCONFIRMED | |
| 11 | Landing GearUP |
PHS 10 — After Takeoff / Climb13 steps
| 01 | Thrust Reduction AltitudeAUTOTHROTTLE transitions takeoff N1 to CLB thrustNOTE: Set as THR REDUCTION on the CDU. 1,000 ft AFE typical, ~1,500 ft AFE for noise abatement. | |
| 02 | Acceleration HeightACCELERATE - begin flap retraction scheduleNOTE: Set as ACCEL HT on the CDU. Often 1,000 ft AFE, 1,500-3,000 ft AFE for noise abatement. A separate altitude from thrust reduction - the two may or may not coincide. | |
| 03 | AutopilotENGAGE (CMD A) | |
| 04 | FlapsRETRACT on scheduleNOTE: Retract incrementally as airspeed increases through each flap speed. | |
| 05 | GearCONFIRM UP and locked | |
| 06 | Engine Start SwitchesOFFNOTE: From CONT. Select CONT again for landing or in icing/heavy rain. | |
| 07 | Speed BrakeCONFIRM DOWN | |
| 08 | Taxi Light and Runway Turnoff LightsOFF | |
| 09 | 10,000 ft - Landing LightsOFF | |
| 10 | 10,000 ft - Seat Belt SignOFF (conditions permitting) | |
| 11 | Transition Altitude - AltimeterSET STD (29.92 in / 1013 hPa) | |
| 12 | Climb PowerVERIFY CLB thrust (~90% N1)NOTE: Autothrottle should manage climb N1 automatically. | |
| 13 | Climb Speed250 KIAS below 10,000 ft then 280-310 KIAS |
PHS 11 — Cruise7 steps
| 01 | Cruise AltitudeVERIFY - at assigned FL | |
| 02 | Autopilot and AutothrottleON - verify LNAV/VNAV or HDG/ALT/SPD | |
| 03 | Engine ParametersCHECK - N1 ~85-87%, EGT normal | |
| 04 | Fuel Quantity and BalanceCHECK - verify fuel burn matches planNOTE: Cross-feed valve closed during normal cruise. | |
| 05 | CDU - LEGS / PROGRESS PageMONITOR flight progress | |
| 06 | RadiosSET for ATC sectors and ATIS monitoring | |
| 07 | Seat Belt SignAS REQUIRED (turbulence) |
PHS 12 — Descent Preparation9 steps
| 01 | ATIS / D-ATISOBTAINEDNOTE: Note QNH, active runway, wind, transition level, and weather. | |
| 02 | CDU - ARRIVALS PageSELECT STAR and Approach | |
| 03 | Approach BriefingCOMPLETEDNOTE: Review chart, minimums, missed approach procedure, and go-around altitude. | |
| 04 | MCP - AltitudeSET first descent constraint | |
| 05 | AutobrakeSET (1, 2, or 3 per conditions) | |
| 06 | ILS / NAV FrequencySET and IDENTIFIED on both radiosNOTE: Verify course and ident. | |
| 07 | Landing AltitudeSET on pressurization panel | |
| 08 | VREFSET on CDU APPROACH REF pageNOTE: VREF based on landing weight and flap setting. | |
| 09 | Decision Height / MDASET on both altimeters |
PHS 13 — Descent7 steps
| 01 | ATC Descent ClearanceOBTAINED | |
| 02 | MCP AltitudeSET cleared altitude | |
| 03 | VNAVENGAGEDNOTE: Or use V/S / LVL CHG for manual descent management. | |
| 04 | Transition Level - AltimetersSET local QNHNOTE: Cross-check both PFD altimeters and standby. | |
| 05 | 10,000 ft - Landing LightsON | |
| 06 | 10,000 ft - Seat Belt SignON | |
| 07 | SpeedBELOW 250 KIAS below 10,000 ft |
PHS 14 — Approach13 steps
| 01 | Speed BrakeARM | |
| 02 | Flaps 1SET at maneuvering speed | |
| 03 | APP ButtonPRESS when cleared for ILS approachNOTE: Arms LOC and glide slope capture. | |
| 04 | Flaps 5SET | |
| 05 | Landing GearDOWN - verify 3 green lights | |
| 06 | Flaps 15SET - below 200 kts | |
| 07 | Flaps 30 (or 40)SET for landingNOTE: Flaps 30 typical, Flaps 40 for short runway operations. | |
| 08 | SpeedVREF + wind additiveNOTE: Add half steady wind + full gust over VREF. Max addition 20 kts. | |
| 09 | Landing GearCONFIRM DOWN - 3 green | |
| 10 | AutobrakeCONFIRM ARMED | |
| 11 | Speed BrakeCONFIRM ARMED | |
| 12 | Runway Turnoff LightsON | |
| 13 | Taxi LightON |
PHS 15 — Landing10 steps
| 01 | 1,000 ft AGL - Stabilized CheckVERIFY on speed, on path, configuredWARNING: Execute go-around immediately if not stabilized by 1,000 ft AGL. | |
| 02 | 500 ft AGL - AutopilotDISCONNECT (manual landing)NOTE: May remain engaged for CAT II/III autoland approach. | |
| 03 | VREFMAINTAIN through threshold | |
| 04 | Flare (~30 ft radio altitude)REDUCE descent rate - gentle backstickNOTE: Target touchdown at the 1,000 ft markers, sink rate below 300 fpm. | |
| 05 | Thrust LeversIDLE at touchdown | |
| 06 | Speed BrakeVERIFY DEPLOYED (lever up) | |
| 07 | Reverse ThrustSELECT max as requiredNOTE: Max reverse for short or wet runways. Stow before taxi. | |
| 08 | AutobrakeVERIFY ACTIVE | |
| 09 | 60 Knots - Reverse ThrustIDLE - begin stowing reversers | |
| 10 | Manual BrakingAS NEEDED below 60 kts |
PHS 16 — After Landing13 steps
| 01 | Runway VacatedCONFIRM clear of active runway | |
| 02 | FlapsUP | |
| 03 | Speed BrakeDOWN | |
| 04 | Strobe LightsOFF | |
| 05 | Landing LightsOFF | |
| 06 | Runway Turnoff LightsON | |
| 07 | Taxi LightON | |
| 08 | TransponderSTBY | |
| 09 | AutobrakeOFF | |
| 10 | Engine Start SwitchesOFF | |
| 11 | APUSTARTNOTE: Start for bleed air at gate before engine shutdown. | |
| 12 | Probe HeatOFF | |
| 13 | Weather RadarOFF |
PHS 17 — Parking / Shutdown20 steps
| 01 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 02 | Taxi LightOFF | |
| 03 | Runway Turnoff LightsOFF | |
| 04 | APU GeneratorON (both buses) | |
| 05 | Engine Start LeversCUTOFF (Both)NOTE: Allow engines to run at idle for 3 minutes before cutoff if possible. | |
| 06 | Seat Belt SignOFF | |
| 07 | Beacon LightOFF | |
| 08 | Fuel PumpsALL OFF | |
| 09 | Hydraulic PumpsOFF | |
| 10 | Engine BleedsOFF | |
| 11 | Pack SwitchesOFF | |
| 12 | APU BleedOFF | |
| 13 | IRS SelectorsOFF (Both) | |
| 14 | Emergency Exit LightsOFF | |
| 15 | Window HeatOFF | |
| 16 | APUOFFNOTE: Allow 2 minute cooling cycle. | |
| 17 | BatteryOFF (only for full power down)CAUTION: Wait ~2 min after the APU GEN OFF BUS light extinguishes before switching the battery off. The standby power switch stays guarded in AUTO - it is not a normal shutdown item.NOTE: Not part of the Secure checklist. Battery OFF belongs to the separate Electrical Power Down supplementary procedure, which assumes Secure is complete. Leave the battery ON for a normal turnaround. | |
| 18 | GSX - Ground Power Unit (GPU)CONNECTNOTE: GSX menu: Ground Power Unit > Connect. Restores external power for turnaround. | |
| 19 | GSX - Jetway / StairsCONNECTEDNOTE: GSX menu: Deboard Passengers. Jetway or airstairs will position automatically. | |
| 20 | GSX - Passenger DeboardingCOMPLETENOTE: Wait for all passengers to deboard before releasing gate. |