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Inibuilds A350-900 Startup Checklist
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Inibuilds A350-900MSFS 2024 · Startup Checklist · 209 steps · 19 phases
PHS 1 - Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Weather Briefing (METAR / TAF / SIGMET)REVIEWEDNOTE: Check departure, enroute, destination, and alternate weather. Note wind, QNH, and any significant weather. | |
| 02 | NOTAMsREVIEWEDNOTE: Check for runway closures, navaid outages, and airspace restrictions. | |
| 03 | OFP / SimBrief Flight PlanGENERATEDNOTE: The manual's walk-through uses the built-in SimBrief functionality; the OFP is later imported through the OIS FLT OPS STS page. | |
| 04 | Fuel PlanningVERIFIEDNOTE: Manual fuel limit for the A350-900 is a maximum quantity of 112,800 kg (248,680 lb), equivalent to 140,500 L. Block fuel is entered on the OIS LOADSHEET page. | |
| 05 | Weight and Balance / LoadsheetWITHIN LIMITSCAUTION: A350-900 limits from the manual: MTOW 283,000 kg (623,900 lb), Maximum Landing Weight 207,000 kg (456,350 lb), MZFW 195,700 kg (431,440 lb), OEW 140,000 kg (308,640 lb). | |
| 06 | SID / STAR / Approach ReviewBRIEFEDNOTE: Review departure procedure, expected arrival, and alternate approach. Check transition altitudes. | |
| 07 | Airport and Wind LimitsCHECKEDCAUTION: Manual limits: maximum tailwind 15 kt for takeoff and 10 kt for landing; maximum certified crosswind 35 kt for takeoff on a dry runway; demonstrated crosswind 40 kt for landing; mean runway slope +/- 2 percent; maximum runway altitude 12,500 ft AMSL for non-autoland. | |
| 08 | Autoland Suitability (if planned)CHECKEDCAUTION: Manual autoland limits for the A350-900: maximum headwind 40 kt, crosswind 30 kt, tailwind 10 kt, maximum altitude 9,200 ft, glide slope -2.5 to -3.5 degrees. |
PHS 2 - Preliminary Cockpit Preparation10 steps
| 01 | All Four BatteriesONNOTE: Manual: on the overhead panel turn on all four batteries. | |
| 02 | External Power 1 and External Power 2ON | |
| 03 | ADIRS 1, 2 and 3NAVCAUTION: Do not move the aircraft during alignment. | |
| 04 | OIS - OPTIONS / 3RD PARTYSETNOTE: Input your SimBrief User ID and Hoppie login. Use the QR code or link to connect a Navigraph account. The EFB supports CTRL+V paste. | |
| 05 | OIS - FLT OPS MENU / FLT OPS STSSIMBRIEF IMPORTNOTE: Import the route, or insert the details manually. | |
| 06 | OIS - LOADSHEETSET ZFW / SET FUELNOTE: Insert or import ZFW and FUEL, then press SET ZFW and SET FUEL. | |
| 07 | OIS - TERML CHARTBOOKMARKEDNOTE: Departure and arrival airports are auto-selected. Pin the charts you need. | |
| 08 | MFD - DATA / STATUS PageNAV DATABASE CONFIRMEDNOTE: Confirm the Navigation Database date is correct, otherwise select SWAP* to use the second database. | |
| 09 | KCCU - INITPRESS | |
| 10 | ACTIVE / INIT - Flight PlanINSERTEDNOTE: Insert manually, or request and import the flight plan from SimBrief. |
PHS 3 - Cockpit Preparation27 steps
| 01 | Overhead ScanBOTTOM-TO-TOP, LEFT-TO-RIGHTNOTE: The manual's flow starts on the overhead panel using a bottom-to-top, left-to-right scan. Any white light set to OFF should be turned ON during this flow. | |
| 02 | Crew Oxygen SupplyONNOTE: Light out. | |
| 03 | RCDR GND CTLON | |
| 04 | ADIRS Selectors 1, 2 and 3NAVNOTE: Confirm during the overhead flow. | |
| 05 | Exterior Lighting - STROBEAUTO | |
| 06 | Exterior Lighting - BEACONOFF | |
| 07 | Exterior Lighting - NAV1 | |
| 08 | Exterior Lighting - LOGOAUTO | |
| 09 | Exterior Lighting - WING, LAND, NOSEOFF | |
| 10 | APU MASTER SWON | |
| 11 | APU STARTPRESSNOTE: Start the APU by first pressing the MASTER SW ON and then pressing START. | |
| 12 | Passenger Signs - SEAT BELTSON / AUTONOTE: Once refuelling has been completed. | |
| 13 | Passenger Signs - NO SMOKING / PEDAUTO | |
| 14 | Passenger Signs - NO MOBILEAUTO | |
| 15 | Passenger Signs - EMER EXIT LTARM | |
| 16 | APU BLEEDONNOTE: When the APU is running. | |
| 17 | Fuel PumpsON | |
| 18 | Centre Instrument Panel - AIR DATA and FMSAUTO | |
| 19 | ISISON AND ALIGNED, QNH SET | |
| 20 | Landing Gear LeverDOWN | |
| 21 | A/SKID and N/W STRGON | |
| 22 | Centre Pedestal - RMPSET | |
| 23 | SpoilersRET | |
| 24 | Parking BrakeON | |
| 25 | Engine MastersOFF | |
| 26 | ENG START SelectorNORM | |
| 27 | Flap LeverMATCH PFD INDICATIONCAUTION: The flap lever must match the flap position indicated in the PFD. |
PHS 4 - FMS Setup16 steps
| 01 | ACTIVE / INITCOMPLETE | |
| 02 | IRS PageALL 3 IRS IN NAVNOTE: Confirm all three IRS are in NAV, then select RETURN. | |
| 03 | ACTIVE / INIT - DEPARTURESELECT | |
| 04 | Takeoff RunwaySELECT | |
| 05 | SID and TransitionSELECTNOTE: Select the SID and, if applicable, the transition. Use the KCCU arrows to scroll the menu if the SID is not in view. | |
| 06 | TMPY F-PLNINSERTNOTE: Press TMPY F-PLN to insert or delete the changes. | |
| 07 | Route Review on NDCHECKEDNOTE: Set the EFIS mode to PLAN and increase the range. Select CSTR to confirm speed and altitude constraints against the chart. | |
| 08 | ACTIVE / INIT - FUEL and LOADZFW, ZFWCG, BLOCK, PAX NBR INSERTEDNOTE: The required figures are shown on the OIS LOADSHEET page. Clicking a field and pressing ENT in the KCCU auto-inserts the value. | |
| 09 | OIS - T.O PERFCOMPUTENOTE: SYNC FMGS inserts departure airport and runway, SYNC inserts live METAR conditions and takeoff weight, then COMPUTE. Runway condition must be selected manually - it is not imported from the METAR. | |
| 10 | OIS - SEND TO FMGSPRESSNOTE: Sends the takeoff speeds, configuration and thrust setting to the FMS. | |
| 11 | ACTIVE / INIT - T.O PERFCOMPLETE | |
| 12 | FCU - QNHSETNOTE: Set the correct QNH for the departure airport. | |
| 13 | FCU - SPD and Lateral NavigationMANAGEDNOTE: Both should show dashes. If not, push the relevant selector knob to set Managed. | |
| 14 | Flight DirectorsONNOTE: The FDs should have turned on during power up; if not, press the FD button. | |
| 15 | FCU - Stop AltitudeSETNOTE: Normally shown on the SID chart or given by ATC. | |
| 16 | PFD and ND CrosscheckCHECKEDNOTE: Confirm V1 and V2 displayed, climb and navigation modes armed, both FDs ON, initial stop altitude, indicated altitude against airport elevation, QNH set, SID name, and initial waypoint. |
PHS 5 - Before Start16 steps
| 01 | Cockpit PrepCOMPLETED (BOTH) | |
| 02 | Gear Pins and CoversREMOVED | |
| 03 | Fuel QuantityCHECKED (KG) | |
| 04 | T.O DataSET | |
| 05 | Baro ReferenceSET (BOTH) | |
| 06 | Seat BeltsON | |
| 07 | ADIRSNAV | |
| 08 | OIS - GROUND PageCLOSE ALLNOTE: Also remove the GPU and chocks if not already done. Door status can be confirmed on the SD. | |
| 09 | DoorsCLOSED / ARMED (BOTH) | |
| 10 | Thrust LeversIDLE | |
| 11 | Parking BrakeAS REQUIRED | |
| 12 | Pushback and Start-up ClearanceOBTAINEDNOTE: Call ATC once all exits and cargo compartments are closed. | |
| 13 | APUAVAIL | |
| 14 | APU BleedON | |
| 15 | BeaconON | |
| 16 | SURVDEFAULT (BOTH)NOTE: KCCU: SURV, then select DEFAULT SETTINGS and CONFIRM. The transponder and TCAS are now active. |
PHS 6 - Engine Start6 steps
| 01 | Engine Start SelectorIGN / START | |
| 02 | ENG MASTER (First Engine)ONNOTE: Engines can be started in any sequence on the A350. Engines may be started while the pushback is underway. | |
| 03 | Start SequenceMONITORNOTE: The FADEC completes the start. AVAIL is shown temporarily on the Engine Display when the start is successful. | |
| 04 | ENG MASTER (Second Engine)ON | |
| 05 | ChronoSTART | |
| 06 | ECAM StatusCHECK |
PHS 7 - After Start11 steps
| 01 | Engine Start SelectorNORM | |
| 02 | APU BleedOFF | |
| 03 | APU MasterOFF | |
| 04 | XBLEEDAUTONOTE: The manual's reduced-engine-taxi-out procedure calls for XBLEED OPEN while one engine is shut down, and XBLEED AUTO once both engines are running. | |
| 05 | Ground SpoilersARM | |
| 06 | Rudder TrimRESET / ZERO | |
| 07 | FlapsSET | |
| 08 | Pitch TrimCHECKNOTE: The trim is automatically set for take-off. | |
| 09 | Anti-IceAS REQUIRED | |
| 10 | ECAM StatusCHECK | |
| 11 | Tug and Ground CrewDISCONNECT |
PHS 8 - Taxi9 steps
| 01 | Flight ControlsCHECKNOTE: Smoothly apply and hold full deflection and identify the corresponding inputs on the SD. The F/CTL page displays automatically on joystick input. | |
| 02 | A/BRKPRESS TO ARMNOTE: Press the A/BRK button when the control check is complete to arm automatic braking in case of a rejected take-off. | |
| 03 | Weather RadarONNOTE: Select WX on the EFIS Control Panel. | |
| 04 | T.O CONFIGPRESS AND HOLDCAUTION: Confirm there are no blue outstanding items in the Take-off Memo on the Warning Display. | |
| 05 | Nose LightTAXI | |
| 06 | Airport Navigation Function (ANF)DISPLAYEDNOTE: Select NAV or ARC mode on the EFIS Control Panel and reduce the range into the ZOOM range. The ANF is then displayed on the ND. | |
| 07 | Parking BrakeRELEASENOTE: Releasing the parking brake with engines at idle is usually enough to get rolling; at heavier weights a slight increase in thrust may be required. | |
| 08 | Taxi SpeedBELOW 30 KTSCAUTION: Manual technique: allow speed to build to 30 kts then apply one smooth brake application down to about 10 kts, rather than constant brake pressure. Keep a maximum of 10 kts in 90-degree turns. | |
| 09 | Parking BrakeAPPLY AT HOLDING POINT |
PHS 9 - Before Takeoff18 steps
| 01 | F/CTL CheckCOMPLETED (BOTH) | |
| 02 | Flight InstrumentsCHECKED (BOTH) | |
| 03 | BriefingCONFIRMED | |
| 04 | Flaps SettingCONF SET (BOTH)NOTE: Confirm against the T.O PERF configuration. The manual lists CONF 1+F, CONF 2 and CONF 3 as take-off configurations. | |
| 05 | V1 / VR / V2 / THR RatingCHECKED (BOTH) | |
| 06 | SquawkSET | |
| 07 | Seat BeltsON | |
| 08 | CabinREADY | |
| 09 | GND SPLRsARM | |
| 10 | FlapsT.O | |
| 11 | Auto BrakeRTO | |
| 12 | T.O CONFIGNORMAL | |
| 13 | T.O RunwayCONFIRMED (BOTH) | |
| 14 | Cabin CrewADVISED | |
| 15 | PacksOFFNOTE: The manual's Before Take-off checklist calls PACKS OFF; the walk-through adds that the packs are configured depending on aircraft performance. | |
| 16 | STROBE LightON | |
| 17 | LDG LightON | |
| 18 | NOSE LightT.O |
PHS 10 - Takeoff10 steps
| 01 | ND RangeOUT OF ZOOMNOTE: Exit the ANF on the ND by selecting a range out of ZOOM after lining up. | |
| 02 | Thrust Setting ModeTOGA OR FLEXNOTE: TOGA gives maximum available thrust; FLEX reduces thrust to increase engine life. A FLEX temperature must be set on the MFD Take-off Performance page to perform a FLEX take-off. TOGA is always available, even with a FLEX temperature inserted. | |
| 03 | Thrust LeversSET TAKEOFF THRUSTNOTE: The throttles have detents and audible clicks. FLEX is two detents forward; TOGA is fully forward, three detents. | |
| 04 | SidestickAPPROX HALF TRAVEL FORWARDNOTE: Keeps the nosewheel in contact with the ground so nose wheel steering is maintained during acceleration. | |
| 05 | Directional ControlRUDDER PEDALSNOTE: The fly-by-wire system gradually blends nosewheel steering to the rudder only. | |
| 06 | 100 KTS - Forward StickRELEASED TO NEUTRALNOTE: Gradually release the forward stick pressure to neutral by 100 kts. | |
| 07 | V1DECISION SPEEDWARNING: Barring any major technical issue you will continue the take-off. V1 is shown as a cyan 1 on the speed tape. | |
| 08 | VR - Rotate12.5 DEG NOSE UPNOTE: Rotate by pulling back gently, aiming for an initial climb attitude of 12.5 degrees at a rate of 3 degrees per second. VR is a cyan circle and V2 a magenta bug on the speed tape. | |
| 09 | Landing GearUPNOTE: Once airborne with the aircraft positively climbing. | |
| 10 | Autopilot 1ENGAGENOTE: When airborne, follow the Flight Directors and engage AP1. |
PHS 11 - After Takeoff / Climb10 steps
| 01 | LVR CLB - Thrust LeversCL DETENTNOTE: The FMA flashes LVR CLB. The acceleration segment normally happens between 1,000 and 1,500 ft AGL. CLB and NAV then engage in green. | |
| 02 | Above F Speed - FlapsFLAPS 1CAUTION: If the take-off was performed with Flaps 3 you still select Flaps 1 when accelerating past the F speed, not Flaps 2. | |
| 03 | Above S Speed - FlapsFLAPS 0 | |
| 04 | Speed BrakesDISARMCAUTION: Disarm by pushing the lever in. Be careful not to deploy the speed brakes - the aircraft will warn if you do. | |
| 05 | NOSE LightsOFF | |
| 06 | PacksON | |
| 07 | Landing GearCONFIRM UP | |
| 08 | Above 10,000 ft - Landing LightsOFF | |
| 09 | Above 10,000 ft - Seat Belt SignAUTO | |
| 10 | Baro ReferenceSTD SET (BOTH)NOTE: Set Standard by pushing the baro selector knob when above the transition altitude. |
PHS 12 - Cruise6 steps
| 01 | Cruise LevelVERIFY CAPTUREDNOTE: The manual gives an A350-900 cruise speed of 488 KTAS and a maximum altitude of 43,100 ft. | |
| 02 | Aircraft SystemsMONITORNOTE: Few pilot actions are needed in cruise other than monitoring the systems and tactically managing the guidance system. | |
| 03 | Fuel QuantityMONITORNOTE: A350-900 maximum fuel quantity is 112,800 kg (248,680 lb). | |
| 04 | Direct-To (if required)AS REQUIREDNOTE: Four options are offered: DIRECT, DIRECT WITH ABEAM, CRS IN and CRS OUT. Course in and course out are not normally used in cruise. Direct-To is also accessible by clicking the waypoint on the ND. | |
| 05 | Flight ProgressMONITOR | |
| 06 | SignsAS REQUIRED |
PHS 13 - Approach Preparation7 steps
| 01 | F-PLN - Arrival PageOPENNOTE: Press F-PLN on the KCCU and click the arrival airport at the bottom left of the page. | |
| 02 | Runway, Approach, STAR, Transition and ViaSELECTNOTE: Then click TMPY F-PLN and INSERT TMPY. | |
| 03 | PERF - APPR TabWIND, TEMP, QNH, MINIMA INSERTEDNOTE: Press the PERF key on the KCCU, then click the APPR tab. | |
| 04 | Transition Level, Landing Configuration and VAPPCHECK / MODIFY | |
| 05 | RAD NAV - ILS FrequencyCONFIRMNOTE: The ILS is auto-tuned within 300 nm of destination. Press RAD NAV on the KCCU and confirm the correct frequency is tuned. | |
| 06 | Runway Exit and BTVSELECT AND ARMNOTE: Select your runway exit on the ANF and arm BTV. | |
| 07 | Top of DescentIDENTIFIEDNOTE: Indicated by a white arrow along the flight plan lateral path. |
PHS 14 - Descent7 steps
| 01 | FCU AltitudeSETNOTE: Normally set as a series of step downs from ATC. In the manual's example the final approach fix altitude of 3,000 ft is set. | |
| 02 | Altitude KnobPUSH FOR MANAGED DESCENTNOTE: Initiate the descent when the aircraft is within a few miles of the descent arrow. | |
| 03 | Arrival QNHPRESETNOTE: Rotate the knob without pushing or pulling. The preselected value disappears after a few seconds but is stored in memory. | |
| 04 | Baro ReferencePULL BELOW TRANSITION LEVELNOTE: Pull the knob below the transition level to set the QNH to the preset value. | |
| 05 | Through 10,000 ft - Landing LightsON | |
| 06 | Through 10,000 ft - Seat Belt SignsON | |
| 07 | LS PushbuttonsONNOTE: Shows the approach guidance on the PFD. |
PHS 15 - Approach14 steps
| 01 | BriefingCONFIRMED | |
| 02 | Seat BeltsON | |
| 03 | MinimumSET (BOTH) | |
| 04 | Baro ReferenceSET (BOTH) | |
| 05 | PERF - ACTIVATE APPR*PRESSNOTE: The approach phase also activates automatically when passing the Deceleration pseudo waypoint, shown as a D on the ND. When active the tab shows APPR in green. | |
| 06 | APPR Button on FCUPRESSNOTE: Arm the approach when on an intercept heading, then select the remaining autopilot (AP2). The FMA displays G/S and LOC in blue when armed. | |
| 07 | VFE NextMONITORCAUTION: The amber equals symbol on the speed tape indicates VFE next, the maximum speed for your next configuration. Always select the next flap setting when below VFE next. | |
| 08 | Flaps 1SETNOTE: A350-900 maximum speeds from the manual: CONF 1 255 kts, CONF 1+F 220 kts, CONF 2 212 kts, CONF 3 195 kts, CONF FULL 186 kts. Maximum flight level for slats and flaps is FL200. | |
| 09 | Flaps 2SET | |
| 10 | Landing GearDOWNNOTE: After Flaps 2, select the gear down. This also contributes to deceleration while descending along the glide path. Manual VLO/VLE is 250 kt. | |
| 11 | GND SPLRsARMNOTE: Arm the spoilers by pulling on the speed brake lever. | |
| 12 | Flaps 3SET | |
| 13 | Flaps FullSET | |
| 14 | Landing MemoNO BLUE LINECAUTION: The landing memo is displayed below 2,000 ft. Confirm there are no outstanding blue line items. |
PHS 16 - Landing11 steps
| 01 | Cabin CrewADVISED | |
| 02 | A/THRSPEED / OFF | |
| 03 | Auto BrakeAS REQUIRED | |
| 04 | Runway ConditionSET | |
| 05 | CabinREADY | |
| 06 | Landing GearDOWN | |
| 07 | FlapsLDG | |
| 08 | Thrust LeversIDLE AT RETARD PROMPTNOTE: You are prompted at approximately 20 ft to retard the throttles. Move the thrust levers to idle or press F1. | |
| 09 | Reverse ThrustSELECT AFTER TOUCHDOWNNOTE: Press F2, or use the reverse thrust range on your throttles if calibrated via the OIS. | |
| 10 | Reverse ThrustCANCEL AT 60-70 KTSNOTE: Press F1 again or return the throttles to idle. | |
| 11 | AutopilotDISCONNECTCAUTION: Press the red button on the side stick. You must also press the brakes, or press the Auto-Thrust disconnect button, to take manual control of braking again. |
PHS 17 - After Landing7 steps
| 01 | GND SPLRsDISARM | |
| 02 | Flaps0 | |
| 03 | APUSTART | |
| 04 | Reduced Engine Taxi In - Guidance and ConsiderationsREVIEWED | |
| 05 | ECAM StatusCHECK | |
| 06 | APUAVAIL | |
| 07 | ENG 1 (2)SHUTDOWNNOTE: Reduced engine taxi in: shut one engine down for the taxi to stand. |
PHS 18 - Parking7 steps
| 01 | EXT LTAS REQUIRED | |
| 02 | Park Brake / ChocksAS REQUIRED | |
| 03 | XPDRSTBY | |
| 04 | APU BleedON | |
| 05 | All EnginesOFF | |
| 06 | Fuel PumpsOFF | |
| 07 | Seat BeltsOFF |
PHS 19 - Securing the Aircraft9 steps
| 01 | ADIRSOFF | |
| 02 | Oxygen Crew SupplyOFF | |
| 03 | APU BleedOFF | |
| 04 | EMER EXIT LTOFF | |
| 05 | SignsOFF | |
| 06 | All LaptopsOFF | |
| 07 | APUAS REQUIRED | |
| 08 | LogbooksCOMPLETED | |
| 09 | All 4 BatteriesAS REQUIRED |