Embraer EMB145, Operation Manual

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SUPPLEMENTARY
PROCEDURES
ENVIRONMENTAL
AIRPLANE
OPERATIONS
MANUAL
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IN FLIGHT OPERATIONS
IF LIGHTNING STRIKE IS SUSPECTED TO OCCUR
An imminent lightning strike event may be indicated to flight crews by
the buildup of static discharge which causes interference on ADF
indicators or noise in communication receivers. Another indication is
St. Elmo’s Fire, which is visible at night as small electrical discharges
running across the windshields and sparking on the wings.
Consider wearing sunglasses to protect your eyes from the flash or
have one pilot keep eyes downward.
All Cockpit Lights .......................................................... ON/FULL
BRIGHTNESS
IF THE AIRPLANE HAS BEEN HIT BY LIGHTNING
If situation is under control after a lightning strike, apply the following
procedure to ascertain whether the flight may be proceed.
Circuit Breakers ............................................................ CHECK
Compass/Heading System ........................................... CHECK
Check magnetic compass and heading system for normal
indication.
Engine Indication .......................................................... CHECK
Check engine for normal indication and apply associated procedure
if any failure arises after strike attachment.
In case of engine shutdown, the flight crew shall analyze the
circumstances of the event and consider an engine airstart.
Pressurization ............................................................... CHECK
Check pressurization system for normal indication.
If loss of pressurization is presented, structural damage may be
considered. In this case, the associated procedure must be
accomplished.
Flight Controls ............................................................... CHECK
Check all flight controls for freedom of movement. Verify that flaps
and speed brakes are working properly (refer to flaps and speed
brakes operating limits).
Fuel System .................................................................. CHECK
Check fuel system for normal operation. Monitor fuel remaining and
fuel consumption to ascertain that no fuel leak exists.