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Rejected Takeoff (RTO) – Below V1

🛫 Scenario Setup

KIAD Runway 01C, VMC, wind calm. Full-length takeoff. Engine malfunction indication injected at 90 KIAS (below V1 of 135 KIAS).

💥 Failure Injection

Engine vibration indication + EICAS CAUTION at 90 KIAS – well below V1.

📋 Required Actions (Sequence)

  1. PF calls 'Reject' simultaneously retracting thrust levers to IDLE
  2. Maximum braking applied – autobrake MAX or manual full braking
  3. Speed brakes (spoilers) armed and deployed
  4. Reverse thrust: maximum reverse selected immediately; symmetric
  5. Directional control maintained on centerline
  6. Reverse stowed before 60 KIAS
  7. Aircraft brought to full stop
  8. Evacuation decision assessed – communicate with FA
  9. ATC notified; fire/rescue requested if fire

✅ Evaluation Points

  • RTO initiated ONLY below V1
  • Simultaneous throttle retard and braking
  • Maximum reverse selected within 2 seconds
  • Centerline maintained within ±10 ft
  • Reverse stowed before 60 KIAS

❌ Common Errors (UNSAT)

  • RTO initiated ABOVE V1 (automatic UNSAT unless aircraft incapable of flight)
  • Delayed brake application after throttle retard
  • Asymmetric reverse thrust causing directional control issue
  • Forgetting to notify ATC and FA

🎓 What the Instructor / Examiner Watches For

TIMING STANDARDS
  • Gear up at positive rate: immediate
  • Flap schedule: at correct speeds
  • Checklist: before designated gate
AUTOMATIC UNSATISFACTORY
  • Gear up before positive rate
  • Below Vref at any time on final
  • Continued approach below DH with no visual