LIFUS (Line Training) Program 005

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4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Date: 16.11.2015

Program Rev: 005
Extract from OM-D Chapter 4.12.10
LIFUS (Line Training) SYLLABUS
1. Flight Planning
2. Aircraft Performance
3. Pre-Departure
4. Take-Off, Climb-Out
5. Cruise, Diversion
6. Arrival
7. Turnaround/Parking
8. Significant Weather
9. Crew Coordination Concept, CRM
10. Emergencies
11. Non-normal Procedures -Boeing 737
11. Non-normal Procedures – Q400
12. Flight Efficiency
General
The questions concerning preparation and execution of the Line Training, including
responsibilities of all involved parties, are described in the Line Training Procedure
This program is established to detail and standardize the Line Training Process to meet
AirBaltic standards of pilots’ knowledge and individual performance upon Line Training
completion.
The Program includes all the subjects to be given and discussed with the Trainee in
appropriate sequence.
In addition criteria of Trainee’s knowledge, understanding and demonstrated
performance are given as a guidance for the standards to be met at the end of the
training.
All the references given in the Program to AirBaltic Operations Manual:
OM, A – General Procedures;
OM, B – Type Specific;
OM, C – Route Manual;
OM, D – Training Manual,
or other official publications, that shall be stated in particular
4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

UNCONTROLLED DOCUMENT Date: 16.11.2015
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1. Flight Planning (OM-A, 8.1, OM-B, 2.2.1)

1.1 NOTAMs (RM NOTAMs, A 8.1.13, OM-B 2.2.1.2)
The candidate shall be able to:
a. understand the importance of NOTAM information;

b. decode the abbreviations used;
c. evaluate the influence of the NOTAM on a particular flight.
1.2 MET Information (RM Meteorology, A 8.1.6.1 to 8.1.6.3)
a. decode, read and evaluate MET information, SNOWTAMS and SIGMET;

b. assess the possible weather changes and seasonal meteorological conditions on
aerodromes of departure, destination, and alternates;
1.3 Planning Minimum, Alternates (A 8.1.5.4)
a. identify the difference between PLANNING MINIMUM and AERODROME

OPERATING MINIMUM and be able to calculate these minima using the RM
(Route Manual);
b. understand the relationship of PLANNING MINIMUM with the type of approach,
landing system/ facilities available and services lost;
c. select an alternate aerodrome, taking into account the following requirements -
working hours; weather; services available;
d. identify the necessity of take-off (T/O) alternate and principles of selection (
range, weather);
e. identify the number of alternate required against the fuel planning rules (A 8.1.7).

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1.4 Fuel requirements (A 8.1.7)

a. Use of Operational flight plan / Notams to determine the minimum fuel required;
b. As a backup, calculate the minimum fuel required, using OM B chapter 5);
c. Understand meaning and application of Company Fuel and Extra Fuel required
against weather, traffic situation, economy tankage, turnaround time limitations.
1.5 Flight Planning Program (A 8.1.10)
The candidate shall be able to use the RODOS computer programme to receive:
a. NOTAMs;
b. Weather;
c. OPERATIONAL FLIGHT PLAN- for a scheduled flight or charter (including
optimal profile, economy tankage, etc.).
1.6 Aircraft operational status to satisfy RNAV, RVSM and ACAS requirements. (A
8.3.2.7, 8.3.2.8, 8.3.6)
The candidate shall be able to identify aircraft operational status (minimum equipment
for RNAV, RVSM, ACAS) using available technical information, MEL items etc., and
make necessary pre-fight arrangements.
In-flight procedures for degraded status of RNAV, RVSM, ACAS equipment shall be
clearly understood.

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2. Aircraft Performance
2.1 Take – Off (OM-B 2.2.5)
a. know where to find information about all limitations for T/O: weight, minimum
weather, aircraft and runway conditions;
b. demonstrate basic performance knowledge including:
T/O methods, aircraft configurations, stages and segments, distances available
and required, maximum T/O weight and speeds calculation based on engine
failure assumption and the factors that must be considered;
c. use GWCs/ToDc computer program operation including:
i. take off methods in airBaltic;
ii. election of flap and power settings (static and rolling);
iii. assumed temperature power setting method and the use of engines bleed
(anti-ice, air-conditioning);
iv. Influence of runway conditions (DRY, WET, LOW FRICTION and
CONTAMINATED) on T/O method, flap and power setting, weight and
speed adjustments.
2.2 Climb (OM-B 2.2.6)
a. Speeds/power settings
b. Altimeter pressure changes;
c. Use of proper automation modes during climb
2.3 Cruise (B 2.2.7)
a. meaning and use of maximum / optimum cruise altitude;

b. meaning and application of cost index / fuel index ;
c. how to calculate a/c drift down and service ceiling (FMC/QRH/ Normal
checklist), in the case of an enroute engine failure, taking into account aircraft
weight, ambient temperature and safe altitudes.
2.4 Descent (OM-B 2.2.8)
a. Speeds/power settings
b. Altimeter pressure changes;
c. Use of proper automation modes during climb

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2.5 Approach (OM-B 2.2.9)

2.6 Landing (OM-B 2.2.11)
a. Know to find information about limitations for landing: weight, minimum weather,
aircraft and runway conditions;
b. Demonstrate basic performance knowledge including:
Landing methods, aircraft configurations, stages and segments,
distances available and required, maximum landing weight and
minimum speeds for flap settings and the factors that must be
considered;
Use of AFM or equivalent for landing weight and speeds calculation.
c. Use of AFM or equivalent for Maximum Landing Weight (MLW) and Landing
Distance Required (LDR) calculation.
2.7 Weight and Balance (OM-B 6, RM-GWC)
a. make pre-calculation of proper passenger and cargo distribution, which may be

forwarded to OCC / ground handling;
b. make a manual loadsheet calculation, including last minute changes, using
appropriate forms and tables.
c. find and set elevator trim setting for T/O.

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3. Pre- Departure
3.1 Pre-flight Inspection (OM-B 2.2)
a. identify the differences between a daily inspection and a pre-flight inspection and
know the responsibilities of the crew;
b. follow and complete the PFI checklist according to the proper document.
3.2 Emergency/safety equipment (OM-B 10)
a. know by memory the emergency / safety equipment carried in flight deck

(location and condition);
b. conduct proper flight deck equipment check.
3.3 Aircraft Library/Flight Documents (A 8.1.2.3, 8.1.12)
a. Understand the importance of the aircraft library to be kept in the established

order, tidy and up to date;
b. Demonstrate knowledge of the mandatory operational information and flight
documents to be carried for every flight, including;
NOTAMs;
Meteorological information;
Operational flight plan;
Loadsheet;
Notification of special load (dangerous goods etc.);
Notification of special categories of passengers (security, disabled,
deportees and etc.).
3.4 Pre-start checks, Cockpit set up (OM-B 2.2)
a. Perform all checks according to EXPANDED CHECKLIST, in a reasonable

amount of time. Normally, the time margin should be well before departure (~40
min), so that there is sufficient time to clear a multifunction or carry out the MEL
procedure;
b. Understand to what extent pre-start checks shall be done before every intended
flight- first flight, turnaround, power ON/OFF and crew change.

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3.5 Aeroplane acceptance, MEL Procedure (A 8.1.11, OM-B 9)

a. Assess the aircraft technical status using Technical Log (A 8.1.11):

i. Time Log (validity of daily check);
ii. Complaint / Action Log;
iii. HIL and HIL display;
iv. Briefing Card.
b. Follow procedure of handling technical complaints (A 8.6):
i. MEL item;
ii. CDL item;
iii. Service item;
iv. Airworthiness item.
c. Apply MEL procedure to full extent (B 9):
i. Technician is available;
ii. Technician is not available;
iii. MEL applicability (until off chokes - to full extent, after off chokes - as a
reference).
3.6 De/Anti–Icing (A 8.2.4; RM Alternates OPS INFO)
a. Determine when De-icing and/or Anti-icing on ground is required and the

difference between them;
b. Evaluate when it should be applied (before or after passengers boarding);
c. Perform the flight deck actions (checklist) before start of application;
d. Perform the Technical Log entry and Hold Over Time (HOT) calculations;
e. Understand the importance of flight controls check and an extra pre-departure
check, if HOT is about to expire.

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4. Take-Off, Climb Out

4.1 Take-off Briefing (OM-B 2.2.2.4)
a. Understand the importance of the take-off briefing as a method to mentally

prepare for every take-off:
i. To establish clear plan for intended departure (normal and abnormal);
ii. Be mentally prepared to execute it.
b. Give a proper take-off briefing including:
i. crew co-ordination and aircraft handling in case of abnormalities for every
stage of the take-off;
ii. nomination of Pilot Flying Pilot Not Flying and associated duties;
iii. T/O method, flap/power setting and status of engine bleed to be used;
iv. conditions or abnormalities for aborted or continued T/O;
v. normal climb out procedure;
vi. engine failure climb out procedure;
vii. minimum sector altitude.
4.2 T/O Methods, Techniques, Profiles (OM-B 2.2.5)
a. Choose the appropriate T/O method and flap/power setting, taking into account
Company procedures, runway length available, obstacles in departure area,
weather and runway conditions;
b. Calculate, check and set N1 for take-off power;
c. Handle the aircraft during operation from runways with different conditions: dry,
wet, low friction, contaminated and crosswind;
d. Perform a standard airBaltic take off profile with flap retraction altitude at
appropriate to type of aircraft and procedure altitude;
4.3 Pilot Co-operation (A 8.0)
a. Understand and use basic CRM and the two pilot concept as part of crew
coordination concept, as it applies to:
nomination of PF / PM for the flight sector;
using proper call-outs;
setting T/O power;
changing controls during T/O run;
monitoring of engine parameters and speed acceleration;
aborting or continuation of the T/O;
performing the change from a normal take-off procedure to
abnormal/emergency procedure, including “memory items”;
use of the autopilot.

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4.4 SID/Climb Out Procedure (RM SID, OM-B 2.2.6)

a. Read the SID, select required navigational aids and execute published SID
procedure.
b. Understand PRNAV requirements to execute PRNAV SID, know any restrictions
and actions in case of loss PRNAV capabilities;
c. Identify and execute the engine failure climb out procedure.
4.5 MSA, Altimeters Check/Setting (A 8.3.3; B 1.7.3, 2.2.2.6, 2.2.4.6)
a. Know the definition of Minimum Sector Altitude (MSA);

b. Determine the MSA and correct it for temperature, when required;
c. Know when and how to check altimeters for accuracy before departure;
d. Know when and how to change to standard pressure during climb out.
4.6 Autoflight (A 8.0.3.9, OM-B 2.2.6.5, 2.2.7.5, 2.2.8.5, AOM “System operation”)
a. Use autothrottle for T/O power setting;

b. Follow the Flight Director (FD) when flying manually and understand differences
between HDG and LNAV modes;
c. Use the autopilot (NOTE: the AP should be used extensively during the
beginning phases of training, to ease workload);
d. Use different horizontal and vertical modes during T/O and climb.

Rev: 005
5. Cruise, Diversion
5.1 Navigation (A 8.3.2, RM, OM-B 2.2.6.2, 2.2.7.2, 2.2.8.2)
a. Use all available navigation aids, so that the most reliable navigation aid is used
as a primary source and others are used for the cross check;
b. Navigate using conventional navigations aids (VOR, NDB, Weather Radar, etc);
c. Determine and correct minimum altitudes (MSA, MOCA, MORA);
d. Use of FMS system for LNAV/VNAV navigation.
5.2 Radio Communication (A 8.3.21)
a. Monitor communications, as to have situation awareness;

i. Make a “radio check” procedure when there is radio silence or nobody is
calling the crew for a significant amount of time (5-10 minutes);
ii. Monitor 121,5 emergency frequency on VHFCOM # 2 when not in use for
ATIS / OCC;
b. Carry out radio communications, using proper phraseology;
c. Copy all clearances and make all necessary read backs.
NOTE: Common mistakes are usually as follows:
transmitting before mentally preparing transmission to be spoken,
causing "dead air" and blocked frequency;
"macho" transmitting style (fast speaking and swallowed word endings)
or “very polite” transmitting style (unnecessary greetings and phrases);
transmitting insufficient or excessive information;
failure to give own call sign at the end of the transmission.

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5.3 Re-planning, Fuel Control (A 8.3.7, 8.3.20, OM-B 2.2.7.4, B5)

a. Understand the significance of weather monitoring, including VOLMET (using

EAG RM Alternates Meteorology) and ATIS, especially when the weather at
destination/alternate is close to operational minimum;
b. State the requirements for re-planning during the flight (weather and fuel
requirements).
a. Demonstrate proper monitoring and control of fuel;

b. Calculate the minimum requirement for diversion and minimum amount for
requesting priority landing or declaring an emergency.
5.4 Holding, Holding pattern entries Diversion (RM Rules and Regulations, OM-B
2.2.8.6)
a. Enter holding patterns via teardrop, parallel or direct entry;

b. Fly holding patterns (speed, pattern legs, tracks) and adjust heading/bank to
correct for the wind.
a. Choose suitable alternate for diversion from adequate aerodrome list, presented
in operational flight plan to ensure:
i. Safety - runway length and conditions, lighting systems available,
aerodrome facilities, weather conditions;
ii. Punctuality - minimum inconvenience and delay, possibility for
continuation of the flight or other means for passenger continuation to
destination, aerodrome working hours;
iii. Service - airport facilities and possible agreement with local services,
handling, transportation, accommodation, etc (passenger information
regarding connections and final destinations should be considered in
selecting an alternate and such information should be transmitted to
handling services, time permitting, to facilitate smooth onward travel).
b. Ensure that all necessary information concerning diversion to alternate (weather,
aerodrome condition, NOTAMS, navigational charts) is available and has been
checked;
c. Keep the passengers and airBaltic informed (with as much detail as possible) of
the situation.

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6. Arrival
6.1 Approach Briefing / Race track procedure (B 2.2.8.7)
a. Understand the importance of the approach briefing to:

i. establish clear plan for intended approach and landing;
ii. be ready for missed approach procedure.
b. Know how to perform race track procedure and differences against the holding
pattern entries;
c. Give a proper approach briefing. The following items shall be included in the
take-off briefing:
i. nomination of pilot flying approach/pilot landing and associated duties;
ii. use of auto flight systems;
iii. type of approach / procedure to be carried out;
iv. systems / ground facilities to be used;
v. missed approach procedure;
vi. any expected / planned deviation from standard airBaltic procedure.
6.2 Descent Profiles / STAR (EAG RM STAR, B2.2.8)
a. Pre-program optimum descend profile using FMS or others means;

b. Carry out descents, using various modes (VNAV, IAS, vertical speed) while
observing all limitations and altitude constrains;
c. Maintain proper altitude control via mental calculations and adjustments as a
backup for standard arrivals and especially for shortcuts;
d. Read STAR information, select and identify necessary navigational aids and
execute published STAR procedure.
e. Understand PRNAV requirements to execute PRNAV STAR, know any
restrictions and actions in case of loss of PRNAV capabilities.
6.3 Safe altitudes / Altimeter setting. (A 8.3.3, B 1.7.3, 2.2.2.6, 2.2.4.6)
a. Know the definition of Minimum Sector Altitude (MSA);

b. Determine the MSA and altitudes below MSA to be corrected for low
temperatures(crossing altitudes and minima);
c. Know when and how to change standard pressure to QNH during descent;
d. Differentiate the use of the pressure altimeter and radio altimeter as primary or
secondary source for appropriate category of approach (B 2.2.9.1);

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6.4 Approach (B 2.2.9)

The candidate shall able to:
a. Demonstrate the knowledge of Approach general rules(Approach Ban Rules,

Stabilized Approach concept and criteria, Transition to visual, approach speeds,
use of altimeters) (B 2.2.9);
b. Demonstrate the knowledge of different types of approach (precision, non-
precision, monitored, visual, circling) principles, requirements and specifics;
c. Demonstrate particular type of approach execution in acc with the SOPs.
6.5 Go-around (B 2.2.10)
a. Determine under which conditions a go-around must be executed;

b. Know how to perform the go-around procedure, including callouts (for training
purposes the procedure should be periodically reviewed).
6.6 Landing (B 2.2.11)
a. Calculate landing performance (maximum landing weight MLW and landing

distance required LDR) for different runway’s conditions: dry, wet, low friction,
contaminated (B 4.5);
b. Demonstrate standard landing techniques during landing in particular weather
and runway conditions (crab, side – slip, combine crab/side-slip methods).
6.7 Autoflight (A 8.0.3.9, B 2.2.6.5, 2.2.7.5, 2.2.8.5, AOM “System Operation”)
a. Use autopilot for approach, limitations;

b. Use different vertical and horizontal modes during descent, approach and
landing;
c. Follow the Flight Director (FD) when flying manually on different approaches;
d. Perform automatic and/or semi-automatic approach and landing.

Rev: 005
7. Turnaround/Parking
7.1 Taxi-in (OM-B 2.2.12)
a. Keep constant look out and use standard call-outs as required;

b. Carry out after landing checks and make precautions prior to switching off
generators and engines;
c. Carry out engine shutdown procedure.
7.2 Servicing
a. Make a company call and understand the importance of passing relevant

information on the company/handling frequency prior to arrival, to facilitate
aircraft handling on the ground;
b. Choose which services are required and follow up the progress of all servicing to
anticipate and a prevent possible delay;
c. Communicate and co-operate with the ground handling staff.
7.3 Quick Flight Deck Set-up (OM-B 2.2.2.3)
a. Make, in a limited time, all necessary selections and preparations for the next
flight, to be fully ready to start engines when the passengers boarding is
complete.
7.4 Leaving aircraft (A 8.2.7, B 2.2.13)
a. Carry out leaving aircraft checks / precautions when aircraft is out of home base
in accordance with A 8.2.7 (long turn around, parking);
b. Ensure that all electrical devices have been switched off (so that aircraft
batteries are not drained during ground stop).
7.5 Documents to be Stored (B 2.2.13.3)
a. Determine which documents must be returned to airBaltic office;

b. Store the documents in correct order and proper place.

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8. Significant Weather
8.1 Thunderstorms / RADAR (A 8.3.8.1, B 2.5.4)
a. Know basic thunderstorm weather theory and understand the potential threat for
flight safety;
b. Switch on, check and use RADAR for dangerous area recognition and
avoidance;
c. Know separetional limitations for avoiding dangerous clouds or area of
thunderstorm activities.
8.2 Turbulence, Windshear, Extreme wind (B 2.5.5, 2.5.6, 2.5.7)
a. Forecast the chances of turbulence and minimize the turbulence when
encountered;
b. Know the speeds to be flown for moderate / severe turbulence penetration;
c. Understand the importance of briefing the passengers and keeping them
fastened.
a. Forecast the chance of windshear and recognize it;

b. Recover from windshear, using standard airBaltic techniques.
The candidate shall know:
a. Recommendation for taxi and parking in extreme wind conditions;

b. Limitations for take-off and landing.
8.3 Cold / Hot Weather Operation (B 2.5.1)
a. Know precautions used during start up to guarantee engine safety in cold

ambient temperatures;
b. Keep cabin conditions comfortable, using air-conditioning system (auto and
manual mode operation);
c. Know aircraft cooling procedure and handling during ground operation in hot
weather;
d. Calculate performance penalties and know alternate take-off procedures used in
hot weather operation;
e. Apply altimeter correction to altitudes below MSA at low ambient temperatures;
f. Perform Post-Flight procedure in case of overnight parking in Cold Weather.

Rev: 005
8.4 Flight in Icing (B 2.5.3)

a. Identify icing conditions for the ground operation (ground de/anti – icing) and in-
flight (A/C systems operation) ;
b. Use A/C systems to prevent / remove ice accretion on A/C engines, airframe or
other parts, during different stages of the flight.
c. Performance penalties/corrections to be applied for the use of Anti – Icing
systems during different stages of flight;
d. Safety precautions to be used when residual icing observed (system not
effective or failed).
8.5 Contaminated / Low friction runways (GWC, A 8.1.6.3, B 2.5.2)
a. Identify wet, slippery, contaminated conditions of the runway (definitions) and
understand meaning of water equivalent depth (WED);
b. Use GWC and ToDc to determine MTOW for various runway conditions.
c. Calculate LDR for contaminated/low friction runways.
d. Know precautions used during taxi, take-off and landing on contaminated /
slippery runways.
e. Take-off and landing technique on contaminated/low friction runways.

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9. Crew Coordination Concept/CRM

9.1 Responsibilities and Duties (A 8.0)
a. clearly understand that duties, not responsibilities, are divided between the flight
crew during all phases of flight, in a co-ordinated, safe, standartized manner;
b. know how they are divided on the ground and in the air.
9.2 Change of Control (A 8.0.3.3)
The candidate shall be able to know when and how the change of control happens
during: T/O, landing, monitored approach or abnormal situations.
9.3 Use of Checklist (A 8.0.3.6)
a. Understand the use of checklists and who is requesting the checklist procedure;
b. Executed the checklist.
9.4 MCP Selection
The candidate shall be able to understand the difference of MCP selections during
manual or autopilot flight (deviation from this procedure is allowed only in case of
(abnormal or emergency situations).

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9.5 Sterile Cockpit

The candidate shall be able to understand the sterile cockpit procedure and know when
it should be applied.
9.6 Cockpit/Cabin Liaison (A 8.0.3.7, 8.3.18, B 2.1.4)
a. Know how to use the intercom system and signals for cabin/pax communication;
b. Ensure that cabin attendants are on their positions and fastened before T/O and
landing;
c. Understand the importance of keeping cabin crew informed about any change in
a routine flight
d. Understand the importance that good co-ordination is established the cabin to
give them a proper time margin to perform their duties.
9.7 Passenger Liaison (A 8.3.16, Appendix 4)
a. Know how to use passenger address system to make announcements in a

distinct and passenger friendly manner;
b. Understand that the passenger announcement is significant part of airBaltic
services and sometimes the only way the passenger can assess the pilots skill.
Announcements should be made in soft, polite and distinct manner, at least
twice per flight (normally reaching and leaving cruise level). Keep them informed
and make additional announcements in case of any delay, diversion from flight
plan, change in operational sequence (towing ahead), flight conditions
(turbulence) or abnormalities.

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10 Emergencies
10.1 Pilot Incapacitation (OM-B 3.6, A 8.3.14)
The candidate shall demonstrate:
a. Understanding of mandatory use of proper call-outs as a tool of earlier pilot

incapacitation recognition;
b. Knowledge of course of actions when pilot incapacitation is recognised and
confirmed.
10.2 Communication Failure (RM, OM-B 9)
a. Act to re-establish communication if it seems to be lost;

b. Plan and execute the flight in case of communication failure according to basic
rules for VFR/IFR flights
c. Find information about loss of communication procedure for particular
state/aerodrome.
10.3 Bomb Alert (Threat) (A 10.13 , 10.6)
The candidate shall be able to act and use special checklist if bomb alert received or
suspected as well as be familiar with search and rescue procedures of routes, route
segments and airports to be used by operations.
10.4 Emergency Evacuation (OM-B 3)
a. Discuss and know the procedure;

b. Review it during the T/O briefing

Rev: 005
11. Non-Normal Procedures- Boeing 737

11.1 No APU / Engine Cross-start (OM B 12.2, 12.7)
The candidate shall know how to:
a. Start engine with Ground Air Source, know precautions and limitations;
b. Configure Air Conditioning panel for an engine cross bleed start and make start
up;
c. Configure Air Conditioning panel for / after No Engine Bleed Takeoff and
Landing;
d. Use / reselect electrical power during taxi-in;
e. Perform engine shutdown procedure with APU inoperative.
11.2 PMC OFF (OM B 12.7.4)
a. Know under which conditions operation with PMC OFF is permitted;
b. Calculate Gross weight and speeds adjustments for PMC OFF Takeoff;
c. Determine N1 and engine thrust setting for Takeoff.
11.3 Engine En-route Failure
a. Determine drift down speeds, N1 and one-engine ceiling in particular flight

conditions;
b. Determine safe altitudes and suitable airport for landing;
c. Carry out fuel management to complete the flight.
11.4 Type specific items (OM B 12)
The candidate shall know and comply with cockpit equipment safety precautions:
a. Seat adjustments for flight and shoulder harness straps release (caution of
quickly retraction);
b. Observer’s oxygen mask damage and oxygen system leaks (do not put any
objects in the observer oxygen mask compartment);
c. Emergency flashlight seal damage when putting pilot bag;
The candidate shall be familiarized and able to:
a. Perform flight deck security door operational check;

b. Know external / internal radio communication specific;
c. Stow correctly headset after the flight to prevent its damage;
d. Identify location of the main gear inspection window;
e. Make IRS fast realignment.

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11. Non-Normal Procedures-Q400

11.1 Battery Start / External AC
a. The sequence and conditions for battery start OM B 12;

b. Precautions to follow when external AC power in use.
11.2 Engine Malfunctions
a. Refer to MEL and QRH for appropriate engine malfunctions;

b. Know memory items.
11.3 PEC Fault / Propeller Overspeed
a. The operational procedure in case of PEC failure;

b. Appropriate handling of Condition Levers to avoid propeller overspeed;
c. Additional procedures and precautions.
11.4 Anti-Skid Inoperative / Nose Wheel Steering
a. How to test system before flight and GWC calculations if anti-skid inoperative;
b. Actions and GWC calculation if in-flight anti-skid inoperative;
c. Additional performance calculations, prohibitions and supplemental procedures;
d. And understand nose wheel steering limitations and appropriate handling;
e. How to use differential braking in case of nose wheel steering failure, know
dispatch procedures and GWC calculations.
11.5 Hydraulic System Faults / Flight Controls
a. Variants and operational procedures in case of hydraulic system failure;

b. Procedures in case of in-flight failures;
c. Dispatch requirements with inoperative spoilers.

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11.6 Engine En-Route Failure / Drift Down Procedure

a. Determine drift down speeds and one-engine ceiling in particular flight conditions;
b. Carry out fuel management procedure;
c. Perform re-planning to land as soon as practicable.
11.7 Type specific items
a. Make seat adjustments for flight and know how to use seatbelts and shoulders
harnesses;
b. Know external / internal radio communication specific;
c. Understand importance of passenger door seal cleanness before door closure;
d. Use cabin surveillance system.

Rev: 005
12 Flight Efficiency
The items provided below are partially covered already by previous topics. The
summary below serves as a list of „Efficiency” related topics to be emphasized during
LIFUS for the sake of both fuel and overall efficiency of safe and punctual flights.
12.1 Planning and control of operations during ground phase
a. Proper alternate selection

b. Fuel tankering
c. Amount of fuel uplift before the flight
d. Time management during preparation for the flight; conduct of joint crew
briefing, departing to the aircraft, starting pre-flight preparation at the aircraft and
other duties before departure from the gate;
e. Proactively influence of ground handling activities and coordination, if
necessary, for on time departure,
f. Monitor SLOT (CTOT) situation with proper coordination for improvements with
Flight Dispatch
g. Control of information from cabin crew during ground phases and ground
agent.
h. APU and ground power unit use for the best efficiency of resources.
12.2 Efficiency of operations during the flight
a. Taxi out and departure for intersections, if feasible;

b. Best efficient profiles (both vertical and lateral) for on-time and cost efficient
operations
a. Optimal altitude of gear and flap/slat retraction
b. Selecting and maintaining the best speeds during climb, cruise and
descent
c. Selecting and maintaining the best flight levels
d. Proper use of most effective automation modes
e. Timely establishing the approach and landing configuration
c. Active communication with ATC for the best of lateral (“direct-to”) and vertical
result.

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12.3 Post flight activities for the improved efficiency
a. Turnaround activities leading to timely and efficient subsequent flight

b. Long turnaround processes with the best result.
c. Proposals and observations on improvement of flight efficiency using VR and
other applicable means;


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4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Date: 16.11.2015

Extract from OM-D Chapter 4.12.10

LIFUS (Line Training) SYLLABUS

or other official publications, that shall be stated in particular

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

1. Flight Planning (OM-A, 8.1, OM-B, 2.2.1)

a. understand the importance of NOTAM information;

a. decode, read and evaluate MET information, SNOWTAMS and SIGMET;

a. identify the difference between PLANNING MINIMUM and AERODROME

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

1.4 Fuel requirements (A 8.1.7)

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

a. meaning and use of maximum / optimum cruise altitude;

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

2.5 Approach (OM-B 2.2.9)

a. make pre-calculation of proper passenger and cargo distribution, which may be

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

a. know by memory the emergency / safety equipment carried in flight deck

a. Understand the importance of the aircraft library to be kept in the established

a. Perform all checks according to EXPANDED CHECKLIST, in a reasonable

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

3.5 Aeroplane acceptance, MEL Procedure (A 8.1.11, OM-B 9)

a. Assess the aircraft technical status using Technical Log (A 8.1.11):

a. Determine when De-icing and/or Anti-icing on ground is required and the

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

4. Take-Off, Climb Out

a. Understand the importance of the take-off briefing as a method to mentally

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

4.4 SID/Climb Out Procedure (RM SID, OM-B 2.2.6)

a. Know the definition of Minimum Sector Altitude (MSA);

a. Use autothrottle for T/O power setting;

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

a. Monitor communications, as to have situation awareness;

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

5.3 Re-planning, Fuel Control (A 8.3.7, 8.3.20, OM-B 2.2.7.4, B5)

a. Understand the significance of weather monitoring, including VOLMET (using

a. Demonstrate proper monitoring and control of fuel;

a. Enter holding patterns via teardrop, parallel or direct entry;

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

a. Understand the importance of the approach briefing to:

a. Pre-program optimum descend profile using FMS or others means;

a. Know the definition of Minimum Sector Altitude (MSA);

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

6.4 Approach (B 2.2.9)

a. Demonstrate the knowledge of Approach general rules(Approach Ban Rules,

a. Determine under which conditions a go-around must be executed;

a. Calculate landing performance (maximum landing weight MLW and landing

a. Use autopilot for approach, limitations;

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

a. Keep constant look out and use standard call-outs as required;

a. Make a company call and understand the importance of passing relevant

a. Determine which documents must be returned to airBaltic office;

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

a. Forecast the chance of windshear and recognize it;

a. Recommendation for taxi and parking in extreme wind conditions;

a. Know precautions used during start up to guarantee engine safety in cold

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

8.4 Flight in Icing (B 2.5.3)

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

9. Crew Coordination Concept/CRM

4.12.10 LIFUS (Line Training) Program

9.5 Sterile Cockpit