Turn Point Procedures

STUDENT GUIDE

VISUAL NAVIGATION

Insure correct level off altitude and pressure setting are set. Do not climb above

17500 feet until cleared by appropriate controlling agency.

LOW LEVEL EXIT CHECKLIST - "COMPLETE" (CP)

After completing the checklist, recheck navigation and make the appropriate radio

calls.

7.13. TURN POINT PROCEDURES

7.13.1. A primary grading item for VNAV flights is the general turn point procedures. Smooth,

concise completion of these calls is essential for good crew coordination.

7.13.1.1. 2 Minute prior call

7.13.1.1.1. Outbound heading ________

7.13.1.1.2. Airspeed ___________

7.13.1.1.3. Altitude ____________

7.13.1.1.4. Description of turn point/hazards.

7.13.1.2. Mark-on-Top call

7.13.1.2.1. Clear, Turn

7.13.1.2.2. Time is (minutes + seconds)

7.13.1.2.3. Set airspeed

7.13.1.2.4. Clear turn

7.13.1.3. Wings-level call

7.13.1.3.1. Heading is __________

7.13.1.3.2. Airspeed is __________

7.13.1.3.3. Altitude is ___________

7.13.1.3.4. Fuel is ________above/below MCF. ("Continue" or discuss)

7.13.1.3.5. Position analysis

7.13.1.3.6. Check crab

7.13.1.3.7. Check airspeed

7.13.1.4. Intermediate checkpoint commentary

7.13.1.4.1. In _________ seconds/minutes there is (brief description), (where) (L/R/on

course)

7.13.1.5. Hazard calls

7.13.1.5.1. In _________ seconds/minutes there is (brief description), (where) (L/R/on

course) (Include altitude for vertical obstructions.)

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