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Boeing 737-800 (Zibo Mod) Startup Checklist
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Boeing 737-800 (Zibo Mod)X-PLANE 12 · Startup Checklist · 198 steps · 18 phases
PHS 1 - Pre-Flight Planning10 steps
| 01 | Weather Briefing (METAR / TAF / SIGMET)REVIEWEDNOTE: Check departure, enroute, destination and alternate weather. | |
| 02 | NOTAMsREVIEWEDNOTE: Check for runway closures, navigation aid outages and airspace restrictions. | |
| 03 | Operational Flight PlanREVIEWEDNOTE: Route, fuel, winds and alternates. On the line this is the dispatch release plus the performance and weight and balance (PWB) message the Before Push and Departure Plan checklists call for. | |
| 04 | Fuel PlanningVERIFIEDNOTE: Taxi, trip, contingency, alternate and final reserve. The Before Takeoff checklist requires minimum takeoff fuel to be verified against the release. | |
| 05 | Weight and Balance / LoadsheetWITHIN LIMITSNOTE: Zero fuel weight and gross weight are set and crosschecked on the Before Push checklist. | |
| 06 | SID / STAR / Approach ReviewBRIEFEDNOTE: Review the departure and the expected arrival and approach, including transition altitude and transition level. | |
| 07 | MEL / CDL ItemsCHECKEDNOTE: Review any Minimum Equipment List or Configuration Deviation List items and their operational restrictions. | |
| 08 | Takeoff PerformanceCALCULATEDNOTE: Runway, flap setting, N1s (reduced or MAX), V speeds, stab trim and minimum cleanup altitude. All of these are set and read back on the Before Push and Departure Plan checklists. Takeoff flap settings authorized by the operator are 1, 5, 10, 15 and 25; flaps 2 is not authorized for takeoff. | |
| 09 | Airplane LimitationsREVIEWEDNOTE: 737-800 operating limitations: maximum operating altitude 41,000 ft; maximum takeoff and landing pressure altitude 8,400 ft; turbulent air penetration 280 knots or M0.76, whichever is lower; maximum takeoff and landing tailwind component 15 knots, with specific performance data required over 10 knots; runway slope plus or minus 2 percent; maximum demonstrated takeoff and landing crosswind 33 knots, which is a demonstrated value and an operating guideline rather than a certified limitation. | |
| 10 | Minimum Dispatch Oil QuantityCHECKEDNOTE: Departure from a non-maintenance station requires 60 percent; from a maintenance base, 70 percent. Arrange oil servicing when terminating at a non-maintenance station below 65 percent. Low oil quantity alerts may be seen on takeoff and initial climb below 65 percent. |
PHS 2 - Electrical Power-Up14 steps
| 01 | Battery SwitchON, GUARD CLOSEDCAUTION: Do not move the airplane until the Integrated Standby Flight Display alignment is complete.NOTE: First action in a cold and dark flight deck. Powers the DC standby buses and the standby instruments. | |
| 02 | Standby Power SwitchAUTO, GUARD CLOSED | |
| 03 | Alternate Flaps Master SwitchOFF, GUARD CLOSED | |
| 04 | Windshield Wiper SelectorsPARK | |
| 05 | Electric Hydraulic PumpsOFF | |
| 06 | Landing Gear LeverDOWNNOTE: Verify the green landing gear indicator lights are illuminated and the red lights are extinguished. | |
| 07 | Ground Power (if external power is needed)AVAILABLE LIGHT ON, SWITCH ONNOTE: Verify the SOURCE OFF, TRANSFER BUS OFF and STANDBY PWR OFF lights are extinguished. | |
| 08 | Engine No. 1, APU and Engine No. 2 Fire SwitchesINNOTE: Checked before APU power is selected. | |
| 09 | Overheat Detector SwitchesNORMAL | |
| 10 | Fire and Overheat TestFAULT/INOP, THEN OVHT/FIRECAUTION: Alert ground personnel before the test. Do not operate the APU if the APU DET INOP light fails to illuminate.NOTE: Hold to FAULT/INOP: MASTER CAUTION, OVHT/DET and FAULT lights illuminate. Hold to OVHT/FIRE: bell sounds and the master FIRE WARN lights illuminate. | |
| 11 | Extinguisher Test SwitchTEST 1 AND 2, THREE GREEN LIGHTSNOTE: Hold to position 1, verify three green lights, release, then repeat for position 2. | |
| 12 | APU SwitchSTART, THEN ONWARNING: Verify the APU exhaust area is clear before starting.NOTE: Spring loaded to ON. This is the item the challenge-response card assumes is already done. | |
| 13 | APU Generator Bus SwitchesONNOTE: Selected when the APU GEN OFF BUS light illuminates. Verify the APU MAINT, LOW OIL PRESSURE, FAULT and OVERSPEED lights are extinguished. | |
| 14 | Wheel Well Fire Detection SystemTESTEDNOTE: Done once AC power is established. Hold the test switch to OVHT/FIRE and verify the WHEEL WELL light illuminates. |
PHS 3 - Preliminary Preflight14 steps
| 01 | IRS Mode SelectorsOFF, THEN NAVNOTE: A full alignment is recommended before each flight. ON DC lights illuminate then extinguish, ALIGN lights illuminate. Keep the airplane stationary. | |
| 02 | Oxygen, Hydraulic and Engine Oil QuantitiesSUFFICIENT FOR FLIGHT | |
| 03 | Maintenance Documents and Aircraft ManualsCHECKED | |
| 04 | Emergency EquipmentCHECKED AND STOWEDNOTE: Fire extinguisher, crash axe, escape ropes, life vests and protective breathing equipment. | |
| 05 | ELT SwitchGUARD CLOSEDNOTE: Verify the ELT light is extinguished. | |
| 06 | PSEU and GPS LightsEXTINGUISHED | |
| 07 | Flight Deck Access System SwitchGUARD CLOSED | |
| 08 | Service Interphone SwitchOFF | |
| 09 | Engine PanelEEC SWITCHES ONNOTE: Verify the REVERSER and ENGINE CONTROL lights are extinguished. | |
| 10 | Passenger Oxygen SwitchGUARD CLOSEDCAUTION: Activating the PASSENGER OXYGEN switch deploys the passenger oxygen masks. | |
| 11 | Flight Recorder SwitchGUARD CLOSED | |
| 12 | Mach Airspeed Warning Test SwitchesPUSH ONE AT A TIME, CLACKER SOUNDS | |
| 13 | Stall Warning Test SwitchesPUSH AND HOLD ONE AT A TIMENOTE: Each control column must vibrate. The test needs the AC transfer buses powered for up to 4 minutes. | |
| 14 | Circuit Breakers (P6 and P18 Panels)CHECKEDNOTE: Check carefully after maintenance action or an overnight, when breakers may be found pulled. |
PHS 4 - Cockpit Preparation32 steps
| 01 | Flight Control SwitchesGUARDS CLOSEDNOTE: Verify the flight control LOW PRESSURE lights are illuminated and the STBY RUD ON light is extinguished. | |
| 02 | Flight Spoiler SwitchesGUARDS CLOSED | |
| 03 | Alternate Flaps Position SwitchOFFNOTE: Verify the FEEL DIFF PRESS, SPEED TRIM FAIL, MACH TRIM FAIL and AUTO SLAT FAIL lights are extinguished. | |
| 04 | Yaw Damper SwitchON | |
| 05 | Fuel Crossfeed SelectorCLOSEDNOTE: Verify the VALVE OPEN light is extinguished and the ENG VALVE CLOSED and SPAR VALVE CLOSED lights are dim. | |
| 06 | Electrical PanelSETNOTE: CAB/UTIL and IFE/PASS SEAT power ON. Standby power, battery, generator drive disconnect and bus transfer guards closed. | |
| 07 | Equipment Cooling SwitchesNORM | |
| 08 | Emergency Exit Lights SwitchARMED, GUARD CLOSEDNOTE: Verify the NOT ARMED light is extinguished. | |
| 09 | Windshield Wiper SelectorsPARK | |
| 10 | Wing and Engine Anti-Ice SwitchesOFFNOTE: Verify the VALVE OPEN, COWL ANTI-ICE and COWL VALVE OPEN lights are extinguished. Anti-ice is set for conditions on the Before Taxi card. | |
| 11 | Air Conditioning PanelSETCAUTION: With both the APU bleed and the engine bleeds open the DUAL BLEED light illuminates. Thrust must be limited to idle with DUAL BLEED illuminated.NOTE: Trim air ON, recirculation fans AUTO, packs AUTO or HIGH, isolation valve OPEN, engine bleeds ON, APU bleed ON. | |
| 12 | Lighting PanelLANDING, TURNOFF, TAXI OFF | |
| 13 | Ignition Select SwitchIGN L OR IGN RNOTE: Alternate the position on subsequent starts. Consider BOTH for the first flight of the day above 2,000 ft with temperature below 5 degC. | |
| 14 | Engine Start SwitchesOFF | |
| 15 | Mode Control Panel and EFISSETNOTE: Courses set, flight director ON (pilot flying first), minimums and barometric references set, mode selector to MAP. | |
| 16 | Autopilot Disengage BarUP | |
| 17 | ClockSET, UTC | |
| 18 | Display Select PanelMAIN AND LOWER UNITS NORM | |
| 19 | Takeoff Config and Cabin Altitude LightsEXTINGUISHED | |
| 20 | Disengage Light Test SwitchHOLD TO 1, THEN 2NOTE: Position 1 gives steady amber A/P, A/T and FMC lights. Position 2 gives steady red A/P and A/T with amber FMC. | |
| 21 | Ground Proximity PanelGUARDS CLOSED, INOP EXTINGUISHEDNOTE: FLAP, GEAR, TERRAIN and RUNWAY inhibit switches guarded. | |
| 22 | Landing Gear PanelDOWN, 3 GREENNOTE: Verify the red landing gear indicator lights are extinguished. | |
| 23 | Engine Display Control PanelN1 AUTO, SPD REF AUTO, FUEL FLOW RATENOTE: Move the fuel flow switch to RESET, then RATE. | |
| 24 | OxygenTESTED AND SET, 100%NOTE: Crew oxygen pressure must not decrease more than 100 psi during the test, and the yellow cross must clear when the test is released. | |
| 25 | Cargo Fire PanelCHECKEDNOTE: Detector select switches NORM, then push TEST. Needed once per flight day. | |
| 26 | Speed Brake LeverDOWN DETENTNOTE: Verify the SPEED BRAKE ARMED, DO NOT ARM and EXTENDED lights are extinguished. | |
| 27 | Reverse and Forward Thrust LeversDOWN, CLOSED | |
| 28 | Flap LeverSET TO AGREE WITH FLAP POSITION | |
| 29 | Stabilizer Trim Override SwitchGUARD CLOSED | |
| 30 | Radio Tuning Panel and NAV RadiosSET FOR DEPARTUREWARNING: Do not key the HF radio while the airplane is being fueled. Injury to personnel or fire can occur. | |
| 31 | Weather Radar Control PanelSET | |
| 32 | Seat, Rudder Pedals, HarnessADJUSTEDNOTE: Adjust the seat for optimum eye reference and verify a positive fore and aft seat lock. |
PHS 5 - CDU Preflight10 steps
| 01 | IDENT PageMODEL, ENG RATING, NAV DATA VERIFIEDNOTE: Confirm the navigation database ACTIVE date range is current. | |
| 02 | POS INIT PagePRESENT POSITION SETNOTE: Enter the most accurate latitude and longitude on the SET IRS POS line. | |
| 03 | RTE PageORIGIN, ROUTE, FLIGHT NUMBER ENTEREDNOTE: Activate and execute the route. | |
| 04 | DEPARTURES PageRUNWAY AND SID SELECTED, EXECUTED | |
| 05 | LEGS PageVERIFIED AGAINST THE CLEARANCENOTE: Verify the correct RNP for the departure as needed. | |
| 06 | PERF INIT Page - Zero Fuel WeightENTEREDCAUTION: Do not enter the ZFW into the GW boxes. The FMC will calculate performance data with significant errors. | |
| 07 | PERF INIT Page - Fuel and Gross WeightCROSSCHECKEDNOTE: Fuel on the CDU, the dispatch papers and the fuel quantity indicators must agree. Verify gross weight and cruise CG against the papers. | |
| 08 | N1 LIMIT PageTAKEOFF AND CLIMB THRUST SELECTEDNOTE: Confirm the OAT is reasonable, then select assumed temperature, fixed derate, or both, plus climb derate as needed. | |
| 09 | TAKEOFF REF Page - CG and TrimCG ENTERED, TRIM SHOWNNOTE: Make the entries on page 2/2 before page 1/2. | |
| 10 | TAKEOFF REF Page - V Speeds and HeightsV SPEEDS, ACCEL HEIGHT, THRUST REDUCTION SETNOTE: Also verify or enter the engine out acceleration height, then verify the preflight is complete. |
PHS 6 - Before Start - Originating6 steps
| 01 | LogbookABOARDNOTE: The originating block is done on the first flight of the day only. | |
| 02 | Landing Gear Pins3 ABOARD | |
| 03 | Fire Warning and OverheatCHECKED | |
| 04 | Start LeversCUTOFF | |
| 05 | Stab Trim Cutout SwitchesNORMAL | |
| 06 | Lights TestCHECKED |
PHS 7 - Before Start17 steps
| 01 | FMCPROGRAMMED | |
| 02 | BriefingsCOMPLETENOTE: The captain's required brief item is the assignment of pilot flying and pilot monitoring duties. The pilot flying's required items are the clearance, the MCP and VHF NAV radio, the FMC route and the engine failure procedure. | |
| 03 | Oxygen Masks and QuantityCHECKED | |
| 04 | EECsONCAUTION: For takeoff with the EECs in the alternate mode, reduced thrust is not allowed and both EECs must be selected alternate. | |
| 05 | Navigation SwitchesNORMAL | |
| 06 | Displays SwitchesAUTO AND NORMAL | |
| 07 | FuelCLEARED, CENTER PUMPS ON / OFFNOTE: Fuel on board is compared with the released figure and the center tank pumps are configured accordingly. | |
| 08 | Passenger SignsON | |
| 09 | Window HeatON | |
| 10 | Hydraulic PumpsA'S OFF, B'S ONNOTE: This is the operator's gate configuration on the Before Start checklist; the A system electric pumps come on later. | |
| 11 | PressurizationSET, AUTO | |
| 12 | Flight InstrumentsSETNOTE: Altimeters set and crosschecked. | |
| 13 | Auto BrakeRTO | |
| 14 | Takeoff Warning HornCHECKED | |
| 15 | Parking BrakeSET | |
| 16 | TransponderTA/RA | |
| 17 | Aileron and Rudder TrimCENTERED |
PHS 8 - Before Push10 steps
| 01 | Zero Fuel WeightSET | |
| 02 | Gross WeightCROSSCHECKED | |
| 03 | PWB RemarksREVIEWEDNOTE: Performance and weight and balance message remarks. | |
| 04 | N1sREDUCED SET or MAX SETNOTE: Either the reduced (assumed temperature) N1 pair or the MAX N1 is set. | |
| 05 | RunwaySET | |
| 06 | FlapsPWB AND CDU AGREE | |
| 07 | V SpeedsSETNOTE: V1, VR and V2. | |
| 08 | Stab TrimSET | |
| 09 | Min Cleanup AltitudeSET | |
| 10 | Flight Deck DoorLIGHTS OUT |
PHS 9 - Engine Start17 steps
| 01 | Secondary Engine IndicationsDISPLAYED | |
| 02 | Start ClearanceOBTAINEDNOTE: Clearance to pressurize the hydraulic systems and to start the engines. | |
| 03 | Start SequenceANNOUNCED | |
| 04 | Air Conditioning Pack SwitchesOFF | |
| 05 | APU Bleed Air SwitchON | |
| 06 | Engine Start Switch (first engine)GRDNOTE: Each start attempt is limited to 2 minutes of starter usage, with a minimum of 10 seconds between attempts. | |
| 07 | N2 RPMINCREASING | |
| 08 | Engine Start LeverIDLE DETENT AT 25% N2WARNING: Do not move the start lever to IDLE early or a hot start can occur. Keep a hand on the lever until the engine is stable.NOTE: If 25% N2 is not possible, at maximum motoring and a minimum of 20% N2. Maximum motoring is N2 acceleration of less than 1% in about 5 seconds. | |
| 09 | Fuel Flow and EGTMONITOREDWARNING: Abort the start if EGT does not rise within 10 seconds, if it nears the start limit, or if N1/N2 does not increase after EGT rises. | |
| 10 | Engine Start SwitchOFF AT 56% N2NOTE: Starter cutout on the CFM56-7B is 56% N2. Move the switch to OFF manually if it does not cut out, and verify the START VALVE OPEN alert extinguishes. | |
| 11 | Engine ParametersSTABLE AT IDLENOTE: Monitor N1, N2, EGT, fuel flow and oil pressure while the engine accelerates to a stable idle. | |
| 12 | Second EngineSTARTCAUTION: Do not re-engage the ENGINE START switch until engine RPM is below 20% N2.NOTE: Started only after the first engine is stable at idle. | |
| 13 | Starter Duty CycleOBSERVEDNOTE: Each start attempt is limited to 2 minutes ON, with 10 seconds OFF between attempts. Motoring with fuel off is limited to 15 minutes. | |
| 14 | Ground Start EGTMONITORED, 725 degC MAXWARNING: If the EGT start limit is exceeded, a second start attempt is not authorized until maintenance action is complete. | |
| 15 | Aborted StartSTART LEVER CUTOFFNOTE: If the EGT start limit was not exceeded, evaluate tailwind, air source and bleed, pack or anti-ice configuration before a further attempt. On a subsequent start leave the ignition switch in the same position as the first attempt. | |
| 16 | START VALVE OPEN AlertEXTINGUISHEDNOTE: The alert indicates the start valve failed to close. If moving the ENGINE START switch to OFF corrects it, the starter auto cutout feature may have failed. | |
| 17 | Dual BleedCHECKEDCAUTION: Thrust must be limited to idle with the DUAL BLEED light illuminated. |
PHS 10 - Before Taxi6 steps
| 01 | ElectricalGENERATORS ON | |
| 02 | Probe HeatON | |
| 03 | Anti-IceAS REQUIRED | |
| 04 | Flight ControlsFREE | |
| 05 | Flight Deck WindowsCLOSED AND LOCKED | |
| 06 | FlapsCDU, INDICATES, GREEN LIGHTNOTE: The CDU entry, the flap indicator and the green LE DEVICES EXT light must all agree. |
PHS 11 - Departure Plan9 steps
| 01 | FMCPROGRAMMEDNOTE: The Departure Plan block is re-accomplished whenever the runway, flap setting or performance data changes after the Before Push checklist. | |
| 02 | BriefingsCOMPLETE | |
| 03 | PWB RemarksREVIEWED | |
| 04 | N1sREDUCED SET or MAX SET | |
| 05 | RunwaySET | |
| 06 | FlapsPWB, CDU, INDICATES, GREEN LIGHT | |
| 07 | V SpeedsSET | |
| 08 | Stab TrimSET | |
| 09 | Min Cleanup AltitudeSET |
PHS 12 - Before Takeoff13 steps
| 01 | Min Takeoff FuelVERIFIED | |
| 02 | Departure PlanNOT REQUIRED / COMPLETE | |
| 03 | Attendant NotificationCOMPLETE | |
| 04 | ElectricalGENERATORS ON | |
| 05 | Anti-IceAS REQUIRED | |
| 06 | PacksAS REQUIRED | |
| 07 | BleedsAS REQUIRED | |
| 08 | Start SwitchesLEFT, CONTWARNING: Ignition must be on for takeoff and landing. | |
| 09 | APUAS REQUIRED | |
| 10 | FlapsCDU, INDICATES, GREEN LIGHT | |
| 11 | Start LeversIDLE | |
| 12 | RecallCHECKED | |
| 13 | Engine Stabilization2 MINUTES AT IDLENOTE: Prior to applying takeoff thrust, operate the engines at or near idle after rollback for a minimum of 2 minutes. On the first flight of the day a minimum of 5 minutes is required. |
PHS 13 - Climb3 steps
| 01 | PressurizationCHECKED | |
| 02 | Start SwitchesAS REQUIRED | |
| 03 | APUAS REQUIRED |
PHS 14 - Descent9 steps
| 01 | Center Tank Fuel PumpsOFF AT LOW QUANTITYNOTE: Boeing's amplified Descent Procedure sets both center tank fuel pump switches OFF when center tank quantity reaches approximately 3,000 pounds, or approximately 1,400 kilograms on kg-configured airplanes. On other configurations the switch is set OFF when its LOW PRESSURE light illuminates. Start the Descent Procedure before leaving cruise altitude and complete it by 10,000 ft MSL. | |
| 02 | PressurizationSET FOR LANDING ALTITUDE | |
| 03 | RecallCHECKEDNOTE: Recall and review the system annunciator lights. | |
| 04 | VREF and VTARGETSETNOTE: Enter VREF on the APPROACH REF page and verify it. Approach speed is VREF plus half the headwind component plus the gust factor, not more than VREF plus 20; for a tailwind use VREF plus 5. | |
| 05 | MinimumsSETNOTE: Set the RADIO or BARO minimums as needed for the approach. | |
| 06 | Navigation Radios and CourseSET OR VERIFIED | |
| 07 | Landing PerformanceCHECKED | |
| 08 | Auto BrakeAS REQUIREDNOTE: On a runway with braking action less than good, MAX autobrake is recommended. | |
| 09 | Approach BriefingCOMPLETENOTE: The pilot flying does the approach briefing, then calls for the DESCENT checklist. |
PHS 15 - Approach5 steps
| 01 | AltimetersSET | |
| 02 | PacksAUTO | |
| 03 | Start SwitchesAS REQUIRED | |
| 04 | Flap ExtensionON SCHEDULECAUTION: Flaps 5 placard speed is 250 knots and flaps 15 is 200 knots. Selecting 25 rather than going from 15 straight to 30 helps avoid flap load relief taking 30 back to 25 at 176 knots.NOTE: Use the standard gates in sequence 1, 5, 15, 25, 30/40, selecting each about 10 to 15 knots above the appropriate maneuver speed. Flaps are not a drag device: between 230 and 250 knots use speedbrakes, then the landing gear. Do not use speedbrakes with flaps greater than 10. | |
| 05 | Stabilized ApproachBY 1,000 FT AFLNOTE: Fly at or above the glide slope until 200 ft AFL where vertical guidance is available. Disengage the autopilot and autothrottle no later than 50 ft below DA, DDA or DH except on autolands. |
PHS 16 - Before Landing3 steps
| 01 | SpeedbrakeARMED, GREEN LIGHT | |
| 02 | Landing GearDOWN, 3 GREEN | |
| 03 | FlapsSET, GREEN LIGHT |
PHS 17 - Parking13 steps
| 01 | Engine Cooldown1 MINUTE AT IDLENOTE: Prior to shutdown, operate the engines at or near idle for a minimum of 1 minute. When operational conditions permit, three minutes should be used. | |
| 02 | Parking BrakeAS REQUIRED | |
| 03 | Start LeversCUTOFF | |
| 04 | Fuel PumpsAS REQUIRED | |
| 05 | Window HeatOFF | |
| 06 | Probe HeatAUTO | |
| 07 | Anti-IceOFF | |
| 08 | Hydraulic PumpsELECTRICS OFF | |
| 09 | Start SwitchesOFF | |
| 10 | Oil QuantityCHECKEDNOTE: Recorded as a percentage. | |
| 11 | Hydraulic QuantityCHECKED / REFILLNOTE: Recorded as a percentage, refill as required. | |
| 12 | RadarTEST | |
| 13 | TransponderSTANDBY AND ZEROS |
PHS 18 - Terminating7 steps
| 01 | Stab TrimGREEN BAND | |
| 02 | IRSsOFF | |
| 03 | Emergency Exit LightsOFF | |
| 04 | External LightsOFF | |
| 05 | Ground PowerOFF | |
| 06 | APUOFF | |
| 07 | BatteryOFFCAUTION: After the APU GEN OFF BUS light extinguishes, wait approximately 2 minutes before positioning the battery switch OFF. |