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12/8/2006

FLIGHT TRAINING AND STANDARDS MANUAL

ECLIPSE 500

Eclipse 500

Circling Approach

Prior to starting approach ensure:
Proper Nav. Guidance – Tuned & Selected
Baro minimums – Set
Missed approach – Reviewed

Crosswind Leg

Throttles – Idle
Gear – Down
Flaps – T/O
Set speed bug – 115 KEAS
Speed – Minimum 115 KEAS

3-5 Miles from FAF

Downwind Leg

Prior to final turn

Flaps – LDG
Yaw Damper – Off
Set speed bug to Vref
Minimum Speed – 100 KEAS
Complete before landing check

Final

Base

Speed – Vref

Stabilized

“Cleared to land”

Summary of Contents for Eclipse 500

Page 1: ...12 8 2006 FLIGHT TRAINING AND STANDARDS MANUAL 1 ECLIPSE 500 Eclipse Aviation Corporation 2006 FLIGHT TRAINING AND STANDARDS MANUAL...

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Page 3: ...12 8 2006 FLIGHT TRAINING AND STANDARDS MANUAL ECLIPSE 500 Eclipse Aviation Corporation 2006 3 LOG OF REVISIONS Original Issue December XX 2006 Revision Number Revision Date...

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Page 5: ...anning 23 b Normal Checklists 24 c SELF BRIEFINGS 51 d PROFILES 52 Taxi 53 Takeoff 55 Traffic Pattern Ops closed patterns 56 Departure and Climb 56 Cruise 57 Descent 58 Approach 59 Missed approach rej...

Page 6: ...single pilot manager and operator These elements include airplane control flight automation PFDs MFD standard operating procedures airplane systems resource management risk management and decision mak...

Page 7: ...light Training and Standards Manual to maintain its currency With each revision to this manual the owner of the manual must annotate the revision number along with the date of the revision on the Log...

Page 8: ...all potential hazards that may affect the flight The pilot must then determine which of those hazards will become risks as a result of some triggering event Example A mountain next to an airport is a...

Page 9: ...risks can not be mitigated or accepted the pilot may need to cancel or delay a flight or shift to another transportation mode Advanced risk planning is therefore essential Risk Management Tools The ri...

Page 10: ...egories on the risk assessment matrix The pilot will then classify risks as high medium or low using the matrix 5 Following risk assessment the pilot should review all aspects of the proposed flight t...

Page 11: ...nt with minor injury and or minor aircraft damage System Deficiencies leading to poor air carrier performance or disruption to the air carrier schedules Negligible Less than minor injury and or less t...

Page 12: ...pilot can provide workload relief and precise lateral and vertical navigation To be effective it must be properly managed The pilot should use the autopilot in high workload situations such as high tr...

Page 13: ...k of vigilance People tend to neglect automated systems in favor of other tasks by shifting their attention They may place too much trust in the automation and take themselves out of the loop 3 Slower...

Page 14: ...other pilot include the current or intended level of automation in the briefing Plan ahead for how you intend to use automation 6 Be aware of too much heads down time Task Management Although the Ecli...

Page 15: ...r the next phase For example use the Before Start checklist to program the FMS with the entire flight plan use the Before Descent checklist as a cue to prepare for arrival into the terminal area 6 In...

Page 16: ...the most SA 6 Have taxi diagram out and available in the cockpit 7 Self brief the taxi plan before contacting ground control 8 Perform taxi check before moving or wait until runway end 9 Perform depar...

Page 17: ...sing ALT SEL pressing ALT to toggle to PITCH mode then verifying FMA for HDG green engaged PITCH green engaged ALT white armed 5 Use pitch wheel to maintain desired vertical path Cruise 1 Use autopilo...

Page 18: ...TCH mode 3 Verify FMA ALT white armed annunciation during every altitude change 4 Verify approach briefing and cockpit setup are complete Re brief if there are any changes 5 Use autopilot in HDG to in...

Page 19: ...autopilot no lower than 400 feet Taxi 1 Maintain the sterile cockpit rule 2 Taxi completely clear of the active runway before performing extra duties 3 Have taxi diagram out and available in cockpit 4...

Page 20: ...onal decisions and therefore the ongoing safety of the flight is the result of how well these resources are managed Two pilot crews have the advantage of workload sharing and monitoring and cross chec...

Page 21: ...tices 1 Fly only when physically mentally and emotionally fit 2 Acknowledge one s current limitations and operate within them 3 Operate with the well being and comfort of the passengers foremost in mi...

Page 22: ...d and manually flown approaches Indications of loss of SA Several sources identify a number of indicators of loss of situational awareness or links in a developing error chain The existence of any one...

Page 23: ...ight service station 1 800 WXBRIEF At a minimum gather FA METAR TAF winds aloft AIRMETS SIGMETS as well as local distant and FDC NOTAMS Weather and NOTAMS should cover origin destination enroute and a...

Page 24: ...parture Procedure DP Performance data reference AFM chapters 5 and 6 Compute the following data using applicable charts graphs tables Weight and CG Takeoff distance Rejected takeoff distance Single en...

Page 25: ...Normal checklists are designed to be a memory aid in performing tasks that if not completed would effect the normal operation of the flight They are not designed to be do lists but rather the pilot d...

Page 26: ...f the interior and exterior lighting preflight check If ground power is connected the pilot should select both the START BATT and SYS BATT switches to ON to keep both batteries charged If ground power...

Page 27: ...ection expiration date 9 Emergency Gear Release Handle STOWED COVER CLOSED The emergency gear release handle cover should be stowed flush with the aircraft floor panel Assure that the carpet will not...

Page 28: ...orthiness certificate Registration AFM containing weight and Balance and all applicable supplements radio station license international operations RVSM documentation and Minimum Equipment List if appl...

Page 29: ...y special attention to any damage to and the condition of tires and flight controls any evidence of fuel oil and brake fluid leakage security of access panels and doors any blockage of ventilation inl...

Page 30: ...E The windshield should not be cleaned with any petroleum based substance A 50 50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and de mineralized water is the only approved cleaning agent 2 Left Static Port CHECK No...

Page 31: ...ates that the oxygen system has been improperly serviced and the aircraft s oxygen system must be inspected before flight NOTE It is advisable that during the filling operation all servicing personnel...

Page 32: ...e and deformities NOTE The windshield should not be cleaned with any petroleum based substance A 50 50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and de mineralized water is the only approved cleaning agent RIGHT W...

Page 33: ...brace should be fully extended and the landing gear door should be inspected for signs of damage NOTE A displaced landing gear ring red groove visible indicates a hard landing and the aircraft s landi...

Page 34: ...and should not be flush with their mounting surface Brake lines should be firmly attached in a manner that will not cause any pinching during gear cycles Brake line fittings should show no evidence of...

Page 35: ...ate freely via the hub NOTE Do not touch the fan blades as oil from the fingertips will contaminate the blades The pilot should only rotate the fan by placing their hand on the hub and rotating 5 Nace...

Page 36: ...esult in a reduction of proper airflow UPPER FUSELAGE 1 Antennas CONDITION Inspect all antennas for damage EMPENNAGE 1 Tailstrike Fitting and Bumper Block CONDITION Inspect tailstrike fitting and bump...

Page 37: ...d tight against the stabilizer which could result in a significant loss in aircraft performance 10 Left VOR Antenna CONDITION Inspect VOR antenna for damage to antenna and antenna surface 11 Identific...

Page 38: ...hub and rotating 8 Engine Inlet CONDITION Inspect engine inlet for damage Ensure surfaces of the engine inlet are smooth and free of dents and other deformities that would diminish airflow and anti ic...

Page 39: ...should have sufficient tread depth and if necessary be filled to the proper pressure Brake wear indicator pins should be inspected and should not be flush with their mounting surface Brake lines shoul...

Page 40: ...ce 11 Main Landing Gear Front CHECK a No External Damage b Actuator Condition c Tire Condition d Wheel Condition e Brake Condition f Sensors WOW and downlock g Side Brace Condition h Strut Extension H...

Page 41: ...terior moisture BEFORE STARTING CHECK Before Start Flow Pattern Before Starting Check Expanded 1 Passenger Briefing COMPLETE As a minimum the passengers should be briefed on the following o Use of the...

Page 42: ...led repeat this procedure except select the left speaker to check for proper audio Remove the mask and fold properly ensuring 100 setting selection before stowing NOTE If battery power only the right...

Page 43: ...on 21 Gear Indication THREE GREEN 22 Parking Brake SET Pulling the parking brake handle without simultaneously depressing the brake pedals will not engage the parking brake even though the PARKING BR...

Page 44: ...proach plate 28 AIR COND FANS AS REQUIRED Set air conditioner AUTO or OFF Set desired temperature or MAX COOL HEAT and fan speed AUTO HIGH MED or OFF 29 DC Voltage CHECK 23 VDC MINIMUM 30 Chocks REMOV...

Page 45: ...ticks and rudder pedals Select AUTOFLIGHT and START TEST Verify IN PROGRESS indicated on OPS Systems Test page Press AP on off button verify 1 YD and AP button lights are on 2 FMA tile on PFD displays...

Page 46: ...Systems Test page Verify IN PROGRESS indication on OPS page extinguishes Check for any AFS CAS messages and follow AFM instructions NOTE Selecting AUTOFLIGHT test will initiate self test for the Autop...

Page 47: ...e Verify stick continues to push forward after overpower is relaxed Select STOP TEST 3 Electronic Circuit Breakers CHECKED Select ECB synoptic page and check for tripped pulled collared ECBs 4 FLAPS S...

Page 48: ...e takeoff to confirm no ice or snow is present on wing surfaces Do not begin takeoff if ice or snow is present de icing is required 1 Takeoff Briefing COMPLETE Include flap position Vr and initial hea...

Page 49: ...masks secure in quick don mask cup 2 Landing Lights OFF When passing 18 000 feet MSL or Transition Altitude 3 Altimeter SET STANDARD DESCENT APPROACH Accomplish prior to top of descent TOD 1 Seat Belt...

Page 50: ...obstacle clearance When clear of obstacles accelerate to Vyse AFTER LANDING Accomplish after clearing all runways 1 FLAPS UP 2 TRIM RE SET 3 External Lights AS REQUIRED When clear of runway turn landi...

Page 51: ...BATT Switch OFF 6 START BATT Switch OFF 7 L GEN Switch OFF 8 R GEN Switch OFF 9 BUS TIE Switch OPEN 10 OXYGEN Control PUSH OFF 11 Control Gust Lock SECURED 12 Cabin Door OPEN If leaving aircraft for e...

Page 52: ...SID and or Obstacle Departure engine failure Weather considerations Radar anti ice considerations MEL considerations Noise abatement considerations Rejected takeoff procedure Engine failure after take...

Page 53: ...rakes the Eclipse 500 requires approximately 27 feet to make a 180 degree turn It would be prudent to have significantly more room than this before making such a maneuver A jet aircraft produces a hig...

Page 54: ...ff Throttles Max Confirm APR Armed Confirm Airspeed Alive Prior to takeoff Heading Bug Initial Turn Altitude Bug Initial Cleared Altitude Speed Bug Planned KEAS Complete Before T O Checks Rotate at Vr...

Page 55: ...nfirmed by observing an increasing altimeter indication raise the landing gear Maintain 10 pitch attitude to 400 AGL or obstacle clearance whichever is higher At 400 Flaps UP Yaw Damper ON Throttles M...

Page 56: ...past the threshold at 75 80 knots Keep in mind that the above flow is simply a standard Traffic patterns at controlled or uncontrolled airports can be very dynamic and you must be ready to use your ai...

Page 57: ...ntain situational awareness Engage autopilot only above 1 000 AGL During flight in icing conditions visible moisture and less than 10 C be sure all de ice anti ice systems are on and operating Minimiz...

Page 58: ...absolutely no delay can be accepted do not hesitate to declare emergency fuel Doing so is declaring an emergency and you will receive immediate priority for landing For the Eclipse 500 declare emergen...

Page 59: ...e can be one of the most critical challenging and stressful phases of any flight Again planning and preparation are the keys to success You should always plan and self brief the arrival approach and m...

Page 60: ...zed at Vref Aligned with runway Landing checklist complete Visual Descent Point VDP A VDP should be established and used for non precision approaches Some VDPs are published but others must be compute...

Page 61: ...ch phase to increase the safety and stall margin while allowing the aircraft to fly at a lower airspeed For maneuvering up to 30 bank with adequate stall margin safety adhere to the following minimum...

Page 62: ...Flaps T O Set Speed Bug to Vref Minimum Speed 115 KEAS Abeam Mid Field Abeam Touchdown Point Begin Descent Base Minimum Speed 115 KEAS Turn to final no lower than 500ft AGL Speed Vref Stabilized Clea...

Page 63: ...ssed approach Reviewed Gear Up Flaps Up Speed 150 180 KEAS Downwind or Vectors Base Dogleg Final Speed 150 180 KEAS Established At FAF Altitude Gear Down Flaps T O Set Speed Bug Vref 10 Speed Slow to...

Page 64: ...Missed approach Reviewed Gear Up Flaps Up Speed 150 180 KEAS Speed 150 180 KEAS Speed 150 180 KEAS Established at FAF altitude Set Altitude bug to missed approach altitude 3 5nm from FAF Gear Down Fla...

Page 65: ...Nav Guidance Tuned Selected Baro minimums Set Missed approach Reviewed Crosswind Leg Throttles Idle Gear Down Flaps T O Set speed bug 115 KEAS Speed Minimum 115 KEAS 3 5 Miles from FAF Downwind Leg Pr...

Page 66: ...making the decision to do so Once the decision to execute a missed approach or rejected landing is made Simultaneously Select throttles max Pitch to 10 nose high Then Select flaps TO Confirm positive...

Page 67: ...67 Eclipse 500 Normal Missed Approach 100 ft Above Minimums Approaching Minimums Runway not in sight Minimums Missed Approach Throttles Max Pitch to 10 Flaps T O Gear Up Positive Rate 400 or Obstacle...

Page 68: ...l regardless if flying an IFR or VFR approach Maintain the appropriate approach airspeed and flight path until 200 AGL Below 200 AGL begin transition from the approach mindset to the landing mindset T...

Page 69: ...airplane decelerates Bounced If a bounce occurs this generally means you had too much airspeed and or too high descent rate After a bounce immediately establish the landing pitch attitude slightly no...

Page 70: ...sages by depressing the master warning caution light so that any new messages will illuminate it again Step 3 will be determined by step 2 The proper action in some cases may be memory item execution...

Page 71: ...al for hot brakes and taxiing to a clear area for brake cooling Consideration must also be given to whether to clear the runway calling for fire department or other emergency vehicles emergency evacua...

Page 72: ...dinated flight while lowering the nose slightly to continue acceleration Landing gear should be retracted normally at positive rate of climb Maintain a minimum airspeed of V50 Climb straight ahead con...

Page 73: ...focus and objective Always be mindful of VYSE and not permit an unintentional sped variation significantly below or above that speed VYSE provides the best rate of climb or minimum rate of descent in...

Page 74: ...Failure Takeoff Continued Throttles Max Confirm APR Armed Confirm Airspeed Alive Rotate at Vr Pitch 7 8 up Gear Up Airspeed V50 400 or Obstacle Clearance ENGINE FAILURE Flaps Up Yaw Damper On Airspee...

Page 75: ...um performance immediately set Automatic Power Reserve APR thrust on the operating engine and maintain level flight at or above VYSE If it is not already on consider engaging the autopilot Allow the a...

Page 76: ...t least 400 AGL or minimum safe altitude After reaching pattern altitude fly the downwind leg at the normal 150 knots if possible Delay gear extension and flaps TO until abeam the touchdown point of t...

Page 77: ...d Reviewed Gear Up Flaps Up Speed 150 KEAS Downwind or Vectors Base Dogleg Final Speed 150 KEAS Established At FAF Altitude Gear Down Flaps T O Set Speed Bug Vyse Speed Slow to Vyse Set Altitude bug t...

Page 78: ...ewed Gear Up Flaps Up Speed 150 KEAS Speed 150 KEAS Speed 150 KEAS Established at FAF altitude Set Altitude bug to missed approach altitude 1 2nm from FAF Gear Down Flaps T O Set Speed Bug Vyse Speed...

Page 79: ...e 500 Single Engine Missed Approach 100 ft Above Minimums Approaching Minimums Runway not in sight Minimums Missed Approach Throttles Max Pitch to 7 8 Flaps TO Positive Rate or ground contact not a fa...

Page 80: ...displacement from the glideslope unusual thrust lever position for a significant period of time WINDSHEAR AVOIDANCE The first priority in any windshear condition is to avoid it Delaying the takeoff or...

Page 81: ...mory items is time critical In any smoke in cabin or fire emergency these 3 priorities should be used 1 Cabin Smoke or Fumes memory items Protect yourself and passengers while ventilating the cabin 2...

Page 82: ...rms should include how this is to be accomplished and locations of the primary and emergency exits Given enough time a more detailed brief should be re accomplished before landing In all evacuation si...

Page 83: ...ank angle to obtain a nose down pitch rate Complete the recovery o When approaching the horizon roll to wings level o Check airspeed and adjust thrust Nose low recovery Recognize and confirm the situa...

Page 84: ...stick Once the pilot feels the instructor on the controls and hears the instructor s command the pilot must release the controls immediately and without question by stating You have the Flight Control...

Page 85: ...airspeed all must be involved in the instrument cross check Entry Establish a constant altitude and heading Airspeed 150 180 knots Smoothly roll into 45o bank Simultaneously add power as required 2 3...

Page 86: ...tall warnings and protections and the correct stall recovery techniques The intent of the maneuver is not to stall the aircraft but to recognize the indications aural warnings and or stick pusher and...

Page 87: ...first indication of stall Upon first indication of stall simultaneously Apply maximum thrust Roll to wings level if turning Reduce AOA to avoid stall Once thrust is restored wait for engine spoolup e...

Page 88: ...y reference to AFM Section 3 Emergency Procedures Engine Air Start checklist When executing the Engine Air Start checklist ensure throttle of operating engine is set to MCT and maintain coordinated ai...

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