Departure Briefing

for Multi Engine Airplanes

Im the pilot flying, you (instructor) are the pilot in command.

We will be taking off from runway ... (25, 07). TORA is m, TORR is ..m
Take-off method will be . (full stop/rolling/soft field).
Flaps are set to (10, T/O) .
In case of an engine failure before VR well abort the take-off. In case of an engine
failure after VR with sufficient runway remaining and gear down well land on the
runway. With insufficient runway remaining or gear up we will continue the take-off and
follow these procedures: all levers full forward, gear up, flaps up, identify, verify, feather.
Well enter the circuit and secure the failed engine on the downwind. In case of a non-
simulated failure you (instructor) will take the flight controls and I will assist you with
communications and checklists.
Acceleration altitude is 200 FT AGL.
After departure we will (join left-hand traffic circuit to RWY 25, proceed to
SIERRA point, turn right direct LDZ etc.) with an initial climb to ..FT.
Do you have any questions?

This briefing has to be memorized by the student. While it is not essential to use exactly the same
words, all the information has to be covered. The information in parenthesis is presented only
as an example. In order to make it easier, students may follow this list:

Pilots
Runway
Take-off method
Flaps
Emergency procedures
Acceleration altitude
Departure
Questions