All subjects systems only

Emergency lighting system is maintained by fully charged batteries for…

15 minutes — A fully charged battery provides at least 15 minutes of emergency lighting operation. [Ref: Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows — 1.40.5]

All emergency lights and exit signs are powered by DC bus #4. True or False?

False [Ref: FCOM 1.40.1]

For added protection against smoke rising into the upper deck, the smoke barrier may be used in flight. True or False?

True [Ref: FCOM 1.45.1]

Do not operate entry or cargo doors when winds exceed ___ at the doors.

40 knots [Ref: FCOM 1.50.1]

Supernumerary oxygen system automatically deploys masks if cabin altitude exceeds approximately…

14,000 ft [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

What is the maximum takeoff and landing altitude?

10,000 ft pressure altitude — Maximum Takeoff and Landing Altitude 10,000 feet pressure altitude [Ref: Limitations — Operating Limitations — L.10.2]

For single-channel ILS approaches, the autopilot must be disengaged before the aircraft descends below…

100 ft AGL — For single channel ILS approaches, the autopilot must be disengaged before the airplane descends below 100 feet AGL. [Ref: Limitations — Operating Limitations — L.10.6]

Maximum crosswind for autoland operations is…

25 knots — Maximum allowable wind speeds when landing weather minima are predicated on autoland operations: Crosswind 25 knots [Ref: Limitations — Operating Limitations — L.10.7]

Automatic landings can be made with Flaps 30 only. True or False?

False — Automatic landings may be made with flaps 25 or 30 only. [Ref: Limitations — Operating Limitations — L.10.7]

APU start duty cycle between starts 1 and 2 is…

Battery wait — 1 minute [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

APU start duty cycle between starts 2 and 3 is…

Battery wait — 1 minute [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

APU start duty cycle between starts 3 and 4 is…

Battery wait — 75 minutes [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

Maximum altitude with the flaps extended is…

20,000 ft — The maximum altitude with flaps extended is 20,000 feet. [Ref: Limitations — Operating Limitations — L.10]

Maximum differential cabin pressure (relief valves) is…

9.4 psi — Maximum differential pressure (relief valves) 9.4 psi [Ref: Limitations — Operating Limitations — L.10.3]

How many crash axes are onboard?

2 [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

The passenger oxygen system uses the same source as the cockpit crew. True or False?

False [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

What is the wingspan of the B744?

64.9 m [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

What is the length of the B744?

70.7 m [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

What is the minimum pavement width for a 180° turn?

46.6 m (153 ft) [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

Which is a momentary action switch?

PACK RESET switch [Ref: FCOM 1.30.1]

Which statement describes an alternate action switch?

It has two positions, ON and OFF; when pushed it is flush with the panel [Ref: FCOM 1.30.1]

The FASTEN SEATBELT signs illuminate in AUTO mode when…

Gear not up and locked OR flap lever not UP OR airplane altitude below 10,300 ft OR cabin altitude above 10,000 ft [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

When are the landing lights at maximum intensity?

Landing Gear Lever DOWN + landing lights ON [Ref: FCOM 1.40.1]

Can the taxi and turnoff lights be illuminated in flight?

No — air/ground sensing in AIR mode prevents it — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “The runway turnoff lights illuminate only when the air/ground sensing system is in ground mode.” Those are the conditions that lead to No — air/ground sensing in AIR mode prevents it. [Ref: FCOM 1.40.1]

With the emergency lights switch in ARMED, when do the emergency lights illuminate?

When DC power fails or is turned off while the system is armed — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “Lighting Flight Deck Lighting Storm Lights Switch 1 STORM Lights Switch ON - overrides normal controls and illuminates the following.” Those are the conditions that lead to When DC power fails or is turned off while the system is armed. [Ref: FCOM 1.30.3]

How is the emergency lights system powered when activated?

By remote batteries — The system description identifies the relevant source/actuation: “Threshold lights illuminate at Door 1L with the emergency lights activated.” That is why the correct source is By remote batteries. [Ref: FCOM 1.50.1]

Approximately how long can the emergency lights illuminate when activated?

At least 15 minutes [Ref: FCOM 1.50.1]

When do the supernumerary oxygen masks automatically drop if the switch is NORM?

When cabin altitude exceeds 14,000 ft [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

Can the supernumerary oxygen flow control unit be reset in flight?

Yes [Ref: FCOM 1.21.1]

What indicates that the pilot's oxygen is flowing?

A yellow cross on the OXY Flow Indicator [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

What does the “N” mean on the oxygen mask switch?

Normal — supplies an air/oxygen mixture on demand [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

What happens when you rotate the oxygen mask Emergency/Test selector to EMERGENCY?

Supplies 100% oxygen under positive pressure [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

When the mask is removed from its stowage box, when does the mask microphone activate?

When the left door opens [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

How do you know that the oxygen supply valve is open?

An OXYGEN ON flag appears on the mask compartment [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

How do you shut off oxygen after use?

Close the stowage compartment left-hand door and push/release the Reset/Test switch [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

Where are the negative pressure relief valves located?

Side cargo door, forward cargo door and aft cargo door [Ref: FCOM 1.60.1]

Where are the outflow valves located?

Right and left aft fuselage [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

Where are the positive pressure relief valves located?

Left forward fuselage [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

What action inflates the flight crew oxygen mask harness?

Squeeze the red release lever (right lever) [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

How are the emergency locator transmitters activated?

Fuselage ELT — high deceleration forces or ELT switch ON; portable ELT — by salted liquid [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

A drop of 100 psig or greater in the crew oxygen system during the preflight mask check indicates…

The oxygen cylinder shutoff valve may be closed and oxygen is unavailable [Ref: FCOM Chapter 1 — Airplane General, Emergency Equipment, Doors, Windows - Controls and Indicators]

With both flight director switches OFF in flight, pressing an autopilot ENGAGE switch will initially engage which modes?

HDG HOLD (or ATT if already in bank) and V/S [Ref: FCOM 4.10.1]

On a go-around, what does the first push of a TO/GA switch command?

THR and approximately 2,000 ft/min climb [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

During a CFIT recovery maneuver, the flight director will provide proper recovery guidance with TO/GA engaged.

False [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

The THR switch is operable from the ground all the way to landing.

False — it becomes operable from approximately 400 ft after takeoff [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

From when is the SPD switch normally operable?

From approximately 400 ft after takeoff until landing [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

The bank limit selector limits all roll modes to 5°, 10°, 15°, 20° or 25° regardless of airspeed.

False [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

What is the selectable range of the MCP vertical speed window?

−8,000 to +6,000 ft/min [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

The MCP altitude window changes in what increments?

100 ft [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

Which combination correctly states the MCP vertical-speed and altitude window ranges?

V/S: −8,000 to +6,000 ft/min; ALT: 0 to 50,000 ft [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

What occurs when the LOC switch is pushed before localizer capture?

LOC appears in white on the PFD roll FMA as armed, while the current roll mode remains active until capture — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “half of the switch illuminates PFD roll and pitch flight mode annunciations to indicate the mode is armed or active.” Those are the conditions that lead to LOC appears in white on the PFD roll FMA as armed, while the current roll mode remains active until capture. [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

When is FLARE mode armed and when does it become active?

Armed below 1,500 ft RA; active approximately between 60 and 40 ft RA [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

In wings-level flight with both flight directors OFF, which roll mode is engaged when the first autopilot is placed in command?

HDG HOLD — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “These modes are: • flight level change (FLCH SPD) • heading hold (HDG HOLD) • heading select (HDG SEL).” Those are the conditions that lead to HDG HOLD. [Ref: FCOM 4.20.1]

During preflight, when can the flight director command bars first be displayed on the PFD?

When the first flight director switch is positioned ON — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “10.10.12 D6-30151-517 Cathode Ray Tube 1 Flight Director Command Bars Indicates flight director pitch and roll steering commands.” Those are the conditions that lead to When the first flight director switch is positioned ON. [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

In VNAV, pushing the THR switch will not change the autothrottle mode.

True [Ref: FCOM 4.20.1]

With both flight director switches OFF in flight, which pitch mode is engaged when an autopilot is selected in command?

V/S — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “4.20.1 20 System Description System Description File Highlight Introduction The automatic flight control system consists of the autopilot flight director.” Those are the conditions that lead to V/S. [Ref: FCOM 4.20.1]

What indicates a pitch or roll mode fault on the PFD?

An amber line is drawn through the affected mode annunciation [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

What FMA annunciations are normally displayed for a go-around?

THR / TOGA / TOGA [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

When engaged in a VNAV pitch mode, what sources can the FCCs use to command level-off?

MCP or FMC — The system description identifies the relevant source/actuation: “The mode control panel (MCP) and flight management computer (FMC) control the AFDS and the autothrottle system to perform climb.” That is why the correct source is MCP or FMC. [Ref: FCOM 4.20.1]

When are FLARE and ROLLOUT modes available?

During autoland operation [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

A white LNAV annunciation on the PFD indicates:

LNAV is armed [Ref: FCOM 4.20.1]

What is accomplished by lifting the autopilot disengage bar?

Autopilot engagement is enabled and the amber stripe is removed [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

During ROLLOUT mode, what do the autopilots use to track the localizer and maintain the runway centerline?

Localizer signal with rudder and nosewheel steering [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

A go-around can be accomplished with:

Single A/P, multiple A/Ps, or flight directors [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

While in FLCH, pushing the SPD switch will engage an A/T speed mode to the current airspeed or FMC speed, whichever is higher.

False [Ref: FCOM 4.20.1]

During approach, when is the go-around function of the TO/GA mode armed for the AFDS and autothrottle system?

When the flaps are out of UP, or when glideslope capture occurs — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “The mode control panel (MCP) and flight management computer (FMC) control the AFDS and the autothrottle system to perform climb.” Those are the conditions that lead to When the flaps are out of UP, or when glideslope capture occurs. [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

Which mode is affected by the bank limit selector?

HDG SEL only [Ref: FCOM 4.10.1]

At approximately what radio altitude does the autopilot begin the landing flare?

40–60 ft RA [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

What target vertical speed is commanded by a single push of TO/GA during a go-around?

2,000 ft/min [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

What indicates that LNAV or VNAV is engaged?

LNAV/VNAV annunciation in green on the PFD [Ref: FCOM 4.20.1]

In FLCH mode, where is the commanded airspeed displayed?

In the MCP IAS/MACH window and on the PFD speed scale [Ref: FCOM 10.10.4]

After an automatic landing, how is the autothrottle normally disengaged?

When a reverse thrust lever is raised to reverse idle [Ref: FCOM 4.30.1]

After an automatic landing, how is the autopilot normally disengaged?

Using the A/P disengage switch [Ref: FCOM 4.10.1]

After an automatic landing, rollout guidance continues until:

The autopilot is disengaged [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

During an approach, when is go-around mode inhibited?

Below approximately 5 ft RA and for 2 seconds after touchdown [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

During a crosswind autoland with all engines operating, runway alignment begins at approximately:

500 ft RA [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

During takeoff, above approximately what speed does the autothrottle enter A/T HOLD mode?

65 kt [Ref: FCOM 4.20.1]

What does A/T HOLD mode accomplish?

Disconnects the autothrottle servos so the thrust levers can be moved manually without servo resistance [Ref: FCOM Chapter 4 — Flight Instruments, Displays - Controls and Indicators]

The oxygen microphone is active when:

The left oxygen mask compartment door is opened — An oxygen mask microphone is enabled and the boom microphone is disabled when the oxygen mask left stowage door is open. [Ref: Chapter 5 — Communications — 5.20.1]

When the SERVICE INTERPHONE switch is turned ON, what systems are connected?

The service and flight interphone systems — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “The cargo interphone and upper deck interphone systems can be connected to the flight interphone with the Cargo Interphone switch.” Those are the conditions that lead to The service and flight interphone systems. [Ref: FCOM 5.30.1]

What occurs when the GROUND SERVICE CALL switch is pushed?

A horn sounds for three seconds in the nose wheel well — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “Pushing the Ground Call switch on the call panel sounds a three second horn in the nose wheel well.” Those are the conditions that lead to A horn sounds for three seconds in the nose wheel well. [Ref: FCOM 5.30.1]

An illuminated CARGO call light indicates:

A call has been received from the main deck cargo area — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “flight interphone system • personnel address (PA) system • cargo interphone • upper deck interphone system • cargo intercom (main.” Those are the conditions that lead to A call has been received from the main deck cargo area. [Ref: FCOM 5.30.1]

When does the cockpit voice recorder ERASE switch operate?

On the ground with AC power ON and the parking brake set; push and hold ERASE for three seconds [Ref: FCOM Chapter 5 — Flight Management, Navigation - FMC Cruise (NG FMC)]

In ICA/ICD, the captain's audio panel is inoperative. What can be done?

Select VHF-L DIRECT on the CAPT Audio System panel on the overhead panel [Ref: FCOM Chapter 5 — Flight Management, Navigation - FMC Cruise (NG FMC)]

What option does the first officer have if the right audio panel has failed?

Switch the OBS Audio Panel System to F/O [Ref: FCOM 5.20.1]

What does the CALL light on the left HF selector mean?

A SELCAL call has been received — CALL Lights — Illuminated (white) - with aural chime, indicates a call on: … SELCAL (VHF or HF) [Ref: Chapter 5 — Communications — 5.10.2]

What stations can be connected through the flight interphone system?

Flight deck crewmembers, and the flight deck with ground crew through the flight interphone jack on the nose landing gear [Ref: FCOM 5.30.1]

The left radio tuning panel has failed. Can the left HF sensitivity still be adjusted?

Yes — HF sensitivity adjustment is not affected by radio tuning panel failure or by the OFF switch (ICB; not ICA) [Ref: FCOM Chapter 5 — Flight Management, Navigation - FMC Cruise (NG FMC)]

The OFFSIDE TUNING light is illuminated on the audio panel. What is one possible risk?

Inadvertently changing the other person's frequency — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “Highlight Audio Control Panel 1 Transmitter Select Switches Push – • MIC light illuminates • MIC light for any other.” Those are the conditions that lead to Inadvertently changing the other person's frequency. [Ref: FCOM Chapter 5 — Flight Management, Navigation - FMC Cruise (NG FMC)]

All engines and the APU are shut down and no GPU is available. Can you still contact ATC if needed?

Yes — on battery power only, VHF-L and RTP-L remain operative [Ref: FCOM Chapter 5 — Flight Management, Navigation - FMC Cruise (NG FMC)]

How many radios or systems can be selected for transmission on one audio panel at a time?

Only one can be selected at a time for each crew station [Ref: FCOM 5.10.1]

What must the captain do to clear the CALL light on the center VHF transmitter switch?

Select the respective transmitter selector — Resets when respective transmitter select switch pushed or; when already pushed, by pressing a MIC/INTERPHONE switch. [Ref: Chapter 5 — Communications — 5.10.2]

The flight deck can communicate with the cabin interphone without using the interphone handset. True or False?

True [Ref: FCOM 5.10.1]

What occurs when the cockpit voice recorder TEST button is pushed?

Push and hold for five seconds to test all four CVR channels, one per second; the test passes with the needle in the green band or the green light illuminated [Ref: FCOM Chapter 5 — Flight Management, Navigation - FMC Cruise (NG FMC)]

On the audio control panel, VHF-L is deselected by mistake but its associated MIC light remains illuminated. What happens?

Audio for VHF-L remains on — The FCOM describes the triggering logic as “by pushing the desired audio control panel transmitter select switch and then selecting one of the following: • the MIC.” Those are the conditions that lead to Audio for VHF-L remains on. [Ref: FCOM 5.20.1]

The audio panel and volume are set correctly and HOT MIC is ON, yet you are unable to transmit. What may have happened?

The left oxygen mask compartment door may be partially open, activating the service-phone switch [Ref: FCOM Chapter 5 — Flight Management, Navigation - FMC Cruise (NG FMC)]

Electrical faults are automatically detected and ___ isolated.

Automatically — System operation is automatic. Electrical faults are automatically detected and isolated. [Ref: Chapter 6 — Electrical — 6.20.1]

The main electrical power sources are:

4 IDGs, 2 APU Gen, 2 Ext Power — The main AC electrical power sources are: • four IDGs • two auxiliary power sources (APU generators) • two external power sources [Ref: Chapter 6 — Electrical — 6.20.1]

The ground service bus is powered whenever which bus is powered?

AC Bus 1 — The ground service bus is powered on the ground and in flight whenever AC bus 1 is powered. [Ref: Chapter 6 — Electrical — 6.20.4]

The First Officer transfer bus is normally powered by which source, with which backup?

AC Bus 2, with AC Bus 1 as backup — The first officer transfer bus is normally powered by AC bus 2. If AC bus 2 is unpowered, AC bus 1 powers the first officer transfer bus. [Ref: Chapter 6 — Electrical — 6.20.5]