PRE-TAKEOFF PROCEDURES

Takeoff data, including V1/VR and V2 speeds, takeoff power settings, and required field length should be computed prior to each takeoff and recorded on a takeoff data card. These data will be based on airplane weight, runway length available, runway gradient, field temperature, field barometric pressure, wind, icing conditions, and runway condition. Both pilots should separately compute the takeoff data and cross-check in the cockpit with the takeoff data card.

Figure 15-20. Sample captainÆs briefing.

A captainÆs briefing is an essential part of cockpit resource management (CRM) procedures and should be accomplished just prior to takeoff. [Figure 15-20] The captainÆs briefing is an opportunity to review crew coordination procedures for takeoff, which is always the most critical portion of a flight.

The takeoff and climb-out should be accomplished in accordance with a standard takeoff and departure profile developed for the particular make and model airplane. [Figure 15-21]

Figure 15-21. Takeoff and departure profile.