SCENARIO STUDY
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✈ Normal Operations
🔥 Engine Failures & Fire
🚨 Emergency Procedures
📡 Instrument Approaches
⚙ System Abnormals
👥 CRM Scenarios
Low Visibility Takeoff (CAT I)
🛫 Scenario Setup
KIAH Runway 27. RVR 1800 ft (CAT I minimums). Ensure runway centerline lighting and high-intensity runway lighting available. Takeoff performance verified for wet runway.
💥 Failure Injection
Low RVR takeoff – standard procedures; verify crew familiar with LVO (Low Visibility Operations) requirements.
📋 Required Actions (Sequence)
- Verify LVO authorization in OpSpecs
- Takeoff minimums met – RVR at or above authorized minimums
- Line up precisely on runway centerline
- Use instrument references immediately on roll
- Rotate precisely at VR – do not delay
✅ Evaluation Points
- Crew verifies LVO authorization before departure
- RVR monitored and called by PM
- Transition to instruments immediately on rotation
- ILS or FD guidance used for initial climb
❌ Common Errors (UNSAT)
- Departing below authorized RVR minimums
- Looking for runway reference after rotation instead of instruments
- Not briefing takeoff alternate
🎓 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