Flight Deck Procedures
Carrier Qualification
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The outgoing pilot briefs the incoming pilot on aircraft status.
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The new pilot completes the taxi/takeoff checklists.
NOTE: The takeoff checklist is the same as for Manning Aircraft procedures stated above with the following
exceptions.
- Check the ANTI-SKID switch is set to OFF.
- Set the stabilator trim to 3 1/2 degrees noseup.
- Check HOOK BYP switch to CARRIER.
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When ready, the new pilot gives the “up and ready” call.
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Up and ready will be confirmed by the yellow shirt with a thumbs up.
CAUTION: The outgoing pilot must be escorted to flight deck control.
NOTE: Your oxygen mask must be on whenever you are not chocked and chained.
HOT REFUELING
For this operation, follow these procedures:
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Follow the yellow shirt’s taxi directions to the fueling area where your aircraft will be chocked and
chained to prevent movement before fueling hoses are attached.
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Canopy must remain down and locked during refueling.
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Indicate the aircraft fuel state when signaled by the fueling crew (purple shirt).
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Watch your fuel quantity indicator; give a thumbs up to the purple shirt to indicate that fuel is being
received.
NOTE: Give cut signal when fuel gauge reaches 2,800 lbs.
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When fueling is complete, the ground crew will disconnect the fueling hose.
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When you are ready to taxi, make the “up and ready with gross weight” call.
SHUTDOWN
When shutting down the aircraft, follow the procedures outlined in the NATOPS:
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Follow the yellow shirt signals to the parking area.
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When the yellow shirt signals, the blue shirts will chock and chain the aircraft.
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Set the parking brake ON.
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