Post Start/Pre-Taxi

Ground Operations

Familiarization

When SEQ is selected the sequence steering string is displayed on the HSI as dashed lines (Figure 4).

By starting/ending a SEQ DEP with the same waypoint, an operating area may be boxed on the HSI by

selecting SEQ. Steering to any waypoint, not just those in the sequence string, is selected with the

waypoint increment/decrement arrows.

After completing the prestart checks, give the turn-up signal to the plane captain. He will ensure that the

area behind the aircraft is clear before passing the start engine signal. Then you will begin the start

sequence in accordance with NATOPS.

NOTE: If you or the plane captain wants to run up the engine in the line area, either of you can give the

runup signal. If you initiate the request, the plane captain will again check to ensure that the area behind

the aircraft is clear and then return the runup signal. If the plane captain initiates the request, run up the

engine as directed. (Normally, if the plane captain wants an engine runup during post-start checks, he will

discuss this with you prior to man-up.)

POST START/PRE-TAXI

After completing the post-start checks, perform the following (in accordance with NATOPS):

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RUDDER TRIM CHECK

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STABILATOR TRIM/STBY STAB TRIM CHECK

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AILERON TRIM CHECK (left/right)

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CONTR AUG BIT

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OBOGS BIT

Give the thumbs-up to the plane captain, who will then present the following signals (respond promptly to

each):

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WIPE OUT COCKPIT

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FLAPS DOWN

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EXTEND SPEED BRAKES

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EXTEND LAUNCH BAR (IAW NATOPS, ensure NWS has been engaged prior to extending launch

bar)

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EXTEND ARRESTING HOOK

At this point, the plane captain gives the hands out of the cockpit signal. Respond by raising your hands

above the canopy rail to preclude inadvertently moving a switch or flight controls. The plane captain will

then check the aircraft for hydraulic leaks and for proper configuration. When the plane captain reappears

in front of the aircraft, he will give a thumbs-up and then the following signals:

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RETRACT LAUNCH BAR

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RETRACT SPEED BRAKES

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RETRACT ARRESTING HOOK

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RAISE FLAPS TO 1/2

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