Skywest 2026 ERJ CQ Study Guide and Memory Items

How long is this release valid?

2 Hours

A amended release is needed when the flight departs an originating station after a delay of greater than 2 hours to provide the latest weather and NOTAM briefing.

The two hours are based on your PTime. Once an "OUT" has been established you have dispatched, and the two hours no longer applies.

- FAR/FOM Cross Reference page 33

What is the filed cruise altitude today?

FL290

CQ2026 LAX-PHX release

What is the planned climb speed today?

270 M73 C2

CQ2026 LAX-PHX release

How will climbing out faster affect your fuel burn?

Increase Fuel Burn

If the aircraft is fueled 300lbs below RLSF fuel, who must you contact before leaving the gate?

Dispatch

A fuel decrease of 200 lb or 50 percent of the contingency fuel, whichever is the most restrictive, may be made by the PIC without consulting the dispatcher. Fuel decreases exceeding the above amount may not be made without the concurrence of the dispatcher.

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(T/F) The PIC can increase fuel up to 500 lbs above RLSF without contacting dispatch?

False

A fuel increase must be coordinated with the dispatcher

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FAR/FOM Cross Reference page 35

Do you need an amended release if the captain requests an increase in release fuel?

Yes

An amendment to the dispatch/flight release must be made when:

A PIC requests an increase in dispatch/flight release fuel.

FOM 05.21 of 94

FAR/FOM Cross Reference page 33

What is included in Release Fuel?

Release Fuel includes MINTO (BARH) plus taxi‐out and contingency fuel, rounded to nearest 100 lb.

DISPATCH RELEASE EXPLANATION GUIDE Page: 01.2 of 12

What is the lowest amount of fuel that you can plan on landing with at your alternate today?

Reserve Fuel - 2450

How is Reserve Fuel calculated?

45 minutes using top-of-descent fuel flow, never less than 2,450lbs.

DISPATCH RELEASE EXPLANATION GUIDE Page: 01.4 of 12

What is included in MINTO fuel?

BARH

FAR 121.639 Minimum Fuel for takeoff. Includes enroute burn, go-around/alternate (most distant), holding, and reserve fuel.

DISPATCH RELEASE EXPLANATION GUIDE Page: 01.2 of 12

According to the SOPM what landing weight are EMERGENCY and MINIMUM fuel calculated at?

MINIMUM 2,250 LB

EMERGENCY 1,500 LB

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How is Minimum Fuel calculated?

Minimum fuel provides 45 minutes of fuel endurance based upon 1,500 ft AFE / Green Dot / Clean.

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When would you declare Minimum Fuel?

Landing with less than 45 minutes of fuel (2,250LBS)

Declare minimum fuel when the estimated fuel remaining on touchdown, at the airport of intended landing, is less than 45 minutes fuel endurance or as specified in "Minimum" column of the Minimum/Emergency Fuel Table, when further deviation from the planned route of flight could result in an emergency fuel situation.

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If you declare Minimum Fuel, will you receive priority handling?

No

MINIMUM FUEL - Advise ATC when fuel status has reached a state where, upon reaching the destination, the PIC cannot accept any undue delay. This advisory does not reflect an emergency situation, but it does indicate an emergency situation could develop as the result of any delays. It must not result in special handling or a traffic priority. ATC ensures handling to avoid any delays requiring excess fuel consumption.

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How is Emergency Fuel calculated?

Emergency fuel provides 30 minutes of fuel endurance based upon 1,500 ft AFE / Green Dot / Clean.

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When would you declare Emergency Fuel?

landing with less than 30 minutes of fuel (1,500LBS)

EMERGENCY FUEL - While in flight, when determined the remaining fuel supply results in landing with less than 30 minutes of fuel, the PIC must declare an emergency and report fuel remaining in minutes to ATC and, time permitting, to the dispatcher.

(1) When declaring a fuel emergency, broadcast "MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY - FUEL."

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When do the fuel quantity indicators turn amber?

The fuel indicators turn amber when fuel in the respective tank drops below 1,320 lb (2,640 lb total).

SOPM Page: 05-01.2 of 24

With both fuel quantity indicators showing amber and a total of 2600 lbs of fuel onboard, do you need to declare Emergency or Minimum Fuel?

No

The fuel indicators turn amber when fuel in the respective tank drops below 1,320 lb (2,640 lb total). This amount of fuel does not directly equate to a specific fuel endurance as it is a default value and does not reflect actual conditions. Refer to the flight release to determine the exact fuel quantity that is associated with 45 minutes of fuel endurance for an individual flight

Minimum fuel is Landing with less than 45 minutes of fuel (2,250LBS)

If you declare Emergency Fuel, do you report fuel remaining in time or weight?

Time

When declaring emergency fuel, report fuel remaining in minutes to ATC and, time permitting, to the dispatcher.

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How often do we check our fuel in flight?

TOC and each hour thereafter

Fuel trend monitoring takes place for all flights beginning at the top of climb (TOC) and at least once each hour thereafter.

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If the fuel imbalance has not exceeded 800lbs, do we need to run a QRH procedure to balance fuel?

No

A fuel imbalance, for which no EICAS message is displayed and has not yet exceeded 800 lb, may be regarded as a normal procedure and may be corrected without the use of the QRH.

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If a fuel imbalance exists, what must we do prior to balancing fuel?

Ensure there are no leaks before x-feed

Whenever a fuel imbalance exists, ensure it is not caused by a fuel leak. With both engines operative, this is done by comparing fuel quantity indications on EICAS with the FMS Fuel, before attempting a fuel crossfeed.

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Placed in a hold prior to the TOD, calculate the fuel requirements for a planned and unplanned diversion scenario

Planned

• Adjust MCDU EFC Hold Time until adequate reserve fuel at alternate

OR Use BAR Calculation below:

• Calculate Fuel Required ( Burnoff + Alternate + Reserve. BAR)

• Reference Current Fuel on board

• Estimate available holding time-based on burn per minute

Unplanned

• Determine the distance to the alternate by use of the EFB or FMS

• Add a zero to the distance to approximate fuel required (120 miles = 1,200 LBS required)

• When holding, available hold time is determined using MCDU EFC time or B-A-R method

ERJ Fuel Planning Guide

When calculating how long you can hold, or before deciding to proceed to your alternate, what critical information should you check at the alternate airport?

Weather, NOTAMS, if fuel is available, contact dispatcher.

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If there was no alternate on your release, and you received an extensive hold due to a runway closure. How could you determine a suitable Diversion airport

Coordinate with Dispatch for potential alternate Airports, Distances, Fuel Burns

• Utilize MCDU/Rules of Thumb to determine fuel to unplanned alternate

MCDU Techniqueso Place alternate airport into LSK 1 (Direct To) but do not confirm and activate.

o Go to Perf Init>Perf Plan it will show distance and expected landing fuel if flown direct.

Or

o Present Position Direct: NAV>Cross Points>PPOS DIRECT

o Distance and expected fuel remaining is shown at airport. Threat - takes a snapshot of current conditions (fuel burn and ground speed). If your fuel flow is low due to holding airspeeds it may not accurately calculate fuel burn. Consider bumping thrust up to 1800lbs fuel burn per side for more accurate calculations.

ERJ Fuel Planning Guide

After consulting dispatch, a suitable Diversion airport is found. It is 100 miles from your present position. If you currently have 4000 lbs of fuel on your aircraft, and you want to land with no less then 2500 lbs. How long can you hold

10 minutes

100 miles = ~1000lbs

4000 - 2500 = 1500

1500 - 1000 = 500

500lbs ~ 10 minutes

ERJ Fuel Planning Guide

According to a recent FOIB and FOM chapter 5, What is SkyWest's policy on the use of Personal Wireless Communication Devices in the Flight Deck?

During aircraft operations (block out to block in) pilots may only use a PWCD or laptop computer for the purpose directly related to the operation of the aircraft, or for emergency, safety-related, or operational-related communications

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According to the FOIB regarding FMS 27.5 LOAD. If the Vertical flight plan and performance is lost after entering and activating approach speeds, how can you recover the performance predictions?

Change VAP by adding 1 or 2kts

Loss of Performance Data Possibility. Vertical flight plan and performance data may disappear in different phases of flight. When certain values for the landing approach speed (VAP from the landing page) are inserted and landing speeds are activated, the FMS predictions may be lost. This behavior depends on the combination of the VAP inserted, ISA deviation, and missed approach altitude. Specific speeds at which this occurs cannon be defined, however this issues has been commonly observed with a VAP of 148, 149, and 151. Re-inserting the performance data may not recover the lost information.

To recover performance predictions, change the VAP by adding 1 or 2 kt to the calculated speed. If flying with this VAP change is undesirable, during the approach, change the speed selector knob to MAN and manually select the original VAP. Loss of performance after inserting the VAP speed is a known issue and is not required to be documented in the eAML when observed

FOIB Page 7 of 10

(T/F) When sending for LLVL WIND SHR numbers in ACARS, you should always get T/O 1, Flaps 1, no FLEX?

False

election of LLVL WIND SHR in ACARS will return T/O 1, Optimized Flaps settings, i.e., Flaps 1 when obstacle and runway length permit, and may return optimized V2.

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What speed does the dual cue pitch for on takeoff

V2 + 10

With all engines operating, the flight director guidance commands a pitch attitude to maintain V2 + 10 kt while climbing to the acceleration altitude.

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What speed does the dual cue pitch for if you have an engine failure at V2+5?

It will hold V2+5

- One engine inoperative:

- Engine failure below V2: guides V2.

- Engine failure between V2 and V2 + 10 kt: guides present speed. - Engine failure above V2 + 10 kt: guides V2 + 10 kt.

AOM VOL 2 Page 15/36

What speed does the aircraft pitch for in GA mode with both engines operating?

Vref + 20

With a positive rate of climb, retract the landing gear and maintain a minimum of VREF + 20 kt

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AOM VOL 2 Page 19/36

What needs to be silently verified on the FMA before calling for "Climb sequence, after takeoff checklist"?

Silently verify FLCH (magenta) is active

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What speed does the aircraft pitch for on a SE missed approach

VAC

Approach Climb Speed (VAC) - The speed to be used in case of a single engine go-around with Go-around Flaps and Landing Gear retracted.

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AOM VOL 2 Page 19/36

After pressing the TOGA button for a missed approach, what is the initial pitch commanded by the FD?

The GA mode first guidance sets pitch at 8°

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On an RNP approach where the actual altimeter is 29.68. If you inadvertently set 29.86, how low will you be at the missed approach point?

180 ft

29.86 - 29.68 = .18

.18 X 1000 = 180ft

If after the Captain arms the approach on an ILS both CDI's turn amber with LOC1 as the source, how does the FO get to green needles?

V/L button

On a runway with HIRL and standard take off minimums when the RVR's are reporting 600 TDZ, 600 RO. Are we legal to depart?

No

Standard takeoff minimums for 2 engine aircraft are 1 SM or 5000 RVR.

Lower than standard we still would be unable as we need HIRL and CL 2 operative RVRs.

FAR/FOM Cross Reference Page 49

What is the minimum hold speed at 6000'? What speed will be populated on the hold page?

200kts

Max hold speed via AIM

≤ 6,000' MSL 200 KIAS

Minimum Hold speed VIA SOPM

ERJ 175 - MIN speed is 200 kts

FAR/FOM Cross Reference Page 56

If your destination airport has clear skies, calm winds and RCC's of 2, do you need a destination alternate?

Yes

At Least One Alternate Required

RCC values of less than 3.

FAR/FOM Cross Reference Page 26

When do you need a second alternate?

Two Alternates Required

Anytime the conditional weather Exemption (17347) is used, a second alternate is required.

Also, when the weather conditions forecast for both the destination and first alternate airport are marginal, at least one additional alternate must be designated. When the weather conditions forecast for the destination and first alternate airport are marginal at least one additional alternate must be designated.

If you have 2 alternates, do you have enough fuel to fly to your destination, go missed to your first alternate, then potentially fly to your second alternate?

No, just to fly to the most distant airport

To fly to the airport to which it is dispatched; Thereafter, to fly to and land at the most distant alternate airport for the airport to which it is dispatched, taking into consideration the anticipated air traffic control routing; and Thereafter, to fly for 45 minutes at normal cruising fuel consumptions.

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If you have 2 destination alternates, how would you decide which alternate you should proceed to?

The alternate with the best weather and highest likelihood to land at, with also taking in consideration of fuel and other operational services. Dispatch can help.

If conducting a Flaps Full approach, what is the Go-Around Flap setting

Flaps 4

Landing Flaps Full ........................Go-Around Flaps 4

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What is the Stabilized approach criteria at 1,500 ft HAT or the FAF, whichever occurs first, for a straight-in approach

By 1,500 ft HAT or the FAF, whichever occurs first:

• Landing gear down

• FLAPS 3

• Airspeed no greater than 180 kt

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What is the Stabilized approach criteria at 1,000 ft HAT for a straight-in-approach

Instrument approach

By 1,000 ft HAT:

• On lateral and vertical profile.

• Airspeed within +15 and -5 kt of VAP

• Sink rate is no greater than 1,000 ft/min; if an approach requires a higher sink rate, a briefing is required.

• The aircraft must be fully configured for landing and the BEFORE LANDING CHECKLIST complete

Visual approach

• Lateral and vertical profile established within the standard service volumes for Visual Glideslope Indicators (± 10° of the extended centerline and 4 NM (VASI) / 3.4 NM (PAPI) from the runway threshold).

• Airspeed within +15 and -5 kt of VAP.

• On glide path.

• Sink rate is no greater than 1,000 ft/min; if an approach requires a high sink rate, a briefing is required.

• The airplane must be fully configured for landing and the BEFORE LANDING CHECKLIST complete.

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What is the Stabilized approach criteria at 500 ft HAT for a straight-in-approach

By 500 ft HAT:

• Airspeed established within the bug with adjustments for gust factor applied, if required.

• Thrust levers above idle. Except for momentary airspeed and descent deviations, any unstable condition or any EGPWS notification that occurs at or below 500 ft HAT requires a missed approach. The PM will command a go-around by announcing "UNSTABLE, GO-AROUND."

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While on approach at 800' after planning for a FLAPS FULL landing, the PM notices that FLAPS 5 is selected. What is the appropriate callout at this point?

From the previous question, would you select FLAPS 2 or FLAPS 4 for the Go-around?

Aircraft is not fully configured so a GO-AROUND is mandatory.

Current aircraft conditions being Flaps 5 a GO-AROUND FLAPS 2 should be used.

Can you depart or land at an airport with a missing wind report?

No

• A flight may not depart or land at an airport with a missing wind report.

FAR/FOM Cross Reference Page 23

If your destination airport has an RCC of 3, are you required to have a destination alternate?

No

At Least One Alternate Required

RCC values of less than 3.

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When are you required to have a takeoff alternate? What is the max distance it can be from your departure airport?

If the weather at the departure airport is below the landing minimums (visibility only) in the Ops Spec for that airport, an alternate 121.619 airport must be specified within 1 hr. normal cruise, still air, with one engine inoperative (for 2 engine aircraft), including CAT II.

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Is the captain required to report an encounter of severe turbulence as a mechanical irregularity?

Yes

The PIC must report severe or greater turbulence encounters as a mechanical irregularity. Refer to Mechanical Irregularities in the FOM Chapter 06 Airworthiness for procedures.

FAR/FOM Cross Reference Page 37

What are Standard takeoff minimums for a 2 engine aircraft?

Standard takeoff minimums for 2 engine aircraft are 1 SM or 5000 RVR.

If a takeoff minimum is not published, we may use standard and lower than standard.

If the published minimum is greater than standard with no alternate procedure (min. climb gradient), we must comply with the published minimum.

FAR/FOM Cross Reference Page 49

When is it required to do the Engine Run-up Procedure?

When performing a Single Engine Taxi Out in icing conditions, the Engine Run-Up procedure must be accomplished before takeoff.

SOPM Page: 04-08.6 of 20

(T/F) When sending for windshear performance, you should always get: T/O 1, Flaps 1, no flex

False

Optimized Flaps settings, i.e., Flaps 1 when obstacle and runway length permit

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With 2 engines operating, what speed does the dual cue pitch for in TO mode?

V2 + 10kts

With all engines operating, the flight director guidance commands a pitch attitude to maintain V2 + 10 kt while climbing to the acceleration altitude.

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Prior to calling for "Climb Sequence, After Takeoff Checklist" what vertical mode must be active in the FMA?

FLCH

Silently verify magenta FLCH active

SOPM Page: 04-08.6 of 20

If the F-Bug disappears, when would you retract slats/flaps?

Green Dot + 10kts

When the "F-BUG" disappears before total slat/flaps retraction, retract slat/flaps following Green Dot + 10 kt

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How do you determine the best rate of climb?

A useful approximation is to climb at green dot plus 50 kt until intercepting M 0.63. As altitude increases, M 0.63 converges with green dot. This occurs near FL340.

For more information, refer to Maximum Rate of Climb Speed table in AOM Vol. 1. Referencing the table may not be practical in real time.

Green dot speed can be found by looking at the speed listed on the hold page.

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What is the minimum holding speed at 6000'?

At 6000 the max and minimum holding speed is 200kts

FAR/FOM Cross Reference Page 56

What is the maximum descent rate (VS) you can maintain below 2500 AGL?

1,500FPM

To preclude CFIT at low altitudes where terrain closure rates can significantly reduce recognition and response time, vertical speed must not exceed 1,500 FPM when below 2,500 ft AGL. This provision does not apply when established on an approach or when conducting alternate procedures outlined in an airport briefing guide.

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How do you verify the WAAS channel matches the approach plate on an LPV approach?

When loading an RNAV approach into the flight plan and an LPV minimum is available, it is automatically selected by default. The crew must verify the correct WAAS channel (e.g., 82211) and approach ID (e.g., W25B) are loaded (LSK 4R) and match the approach plate.

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Can you shoot an LPV approach with the FD selected off?

No

NOTE: LPV approach operations are prohibited when the flight director is off

SOPM 04-12.15 of 52

What landing conditions would require the use of MED brakes and Full thrust reversers?

LANDING ON WET, SLIPPERY, OR CONTAMINATED RUNWAYS

To minimize stopping distance on a wet, slippery, or contaminated runway (RCC 5 or less):

• Use autobrake setting MED

• Make a firm touchdown. Such technique avoids hydroplaning on wet runways and reduces the strength of any ice bond that, during flight, might be formed on brake and wheel assemblies.

• Apply maximum reverse thrust. Do not use asymmetric reverse thrust on slippery or icy runways.

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When is FULL flaps required?

FULL flaps are required when the field length or conditions require its use.

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During a missed approach, what speed does the FD pitch for in GA mode?

- All engines operating: VREF + 20 kt.

- One engine inoperative: VAC (approach climb)

The GA mode first guidance sets pitch at 8°.

AOM VOL 1

14-03-10

SMOKE EVACUATION

OXYGEN MASKS

——-DON,100%

CREW COMMUNICATION

——-ESTABLISH

PRESSURIZATION DUMP

——-PUSH IN

SMOKE / FIRE / FUMES

OXYGEN MASKS

——-DON, 100%

CREW COMMUNICATION

——-ESTABLISH

CABIN ALTITUDE HI

OXYGEN MASKS

——-DON,100%

CREW COMMUNICATION

——-ESTABLISH

JAMMED CONTROL COLUMN - PITCH

ELEVATOR DISCONNECT HANDLE

——-PULL

JAMMED CONTROL WHEEL - ROLL

AILERON DISCONNECT HANDLE

——-PULL

PITCH TRIM RUNAWAY

AP / TRIM DISC Button

——-PRESS AND HOLD

PITCH TRIM SYS 1 & 2 CUTOUT BUTTONS

——-PUSH IN

ROLL OR YAW TRIM RUNAWAY

AP / TRIM DISC Button

——-PRESS AND HOLD

STEERING RUNAWAY

STEER DISC SWITCH

——-PRESS

Steer the airplane using differential braking and rudder.

BATT 1 (2) OVERTEMP

ASSOCIATED BATTERY

——-OFF

ENGINE ABNORMAL START

AFFECTED ENGINE:

START / STOP SELECTOR

——-STOP