COMM.II.F — Before Takeoff Check

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with the before takeoff check.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• CA.II.F.K1Purpose of pre-takeoff checklist items including:
  • CA.II.F.K1aa. Reasons for checking each item
  • CA.II.F.K1bb. Detecting malfunctions
  • CA.II.F.K1cc. Ensuring the airplane is in safe operating condition as recommended by the manufacturer

Risk Management

The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks, encompassing:

• CA.II.F.R1Division of attention while conducting pre-flight checks.
• CA.II.F.R2Unexpected runway changes by ATC.
• CA.II.F.R3Wake turbulence.
• CA.II.F.R4A powerplant failure during takeoff or other malfunction considering operational factors such as airplane characteristics, runway/takeoff path length, surface conditions, environmental conditions, and obstructions.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• CA.II.F.S1Review takeoff performance.
• CA.II.F.S2Complete the appropriate checklist.
• CA.II.F.S3Position the airplane appropriately considering other aircraft, vessels, and wind.
• CA.II.F.S4Divide attention inside and outside the flight deck.
• CA.II.F.S5Verify that engine parameters and airplane configuration are suitable.