SECOND OFFICER LINE OPERATIONS CHECKLIST

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SECOND OFFICER LINE OPERATIONS

CHECKLIST

TABLE OF CONTENTS
GUIDANCE FOR SECOND OFFICERS ACTING AS PF FOR A SECTOR ........... 3
SECOND OFFICER LINE OPERATIONS CHECKLIST ......................................... 6

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GUIDANCE FOR SECOND OFFICERS ACTING AS PF

FOR A SECTOR
Second Officers should remember that every pilot started their career in Qantas as a
relatively inexperienced junior crew member. Captains have traditionally encouraged
Second Officers to act as PF for a sector to provide on the job training and
experience and to ensure a smoother path to promotional training.
Considerations when offering a sector to the Second Officer should include, but are
not limited to:
The experience of the S/O.
The experience of the operating F/O in terms of recency and experience on type.
Weather conditions while the S/O is flying.
ATC complexity and airport environment.
Limitations for seat occupancy are detailed in the FAM, however, substantial benefit
can be obtained by the Second Officer acting as PF for as much of the sector as
possible under the guidance of the Captain and First Officer. The Second Officer has
been given the sector, not the aircraft. This should be treated as an opportunity to
learn, not to check.
Second Officers should be encouraged to ask questions if they are unsure of
anything and to ask for assistance if required. The exercise should be one of a
supportive learning experience that will assist in future training.
The following is produced as a broad outline for Flight Crew on what is expected of a
Second Officer when he/she is given a sector to fly as the PF. These are for
guidance only and from time to time circumstances may necessitate variations to
these duties at the Captain's discretion.
Delegate duties at Flight Planning i.e. reading of NOTAMS and INTAMS, checking
of computer flight plan and analysis of weather forecasts.
Review all information and propose a fuel order for the sector. Don't be offended if
the Captain changes the fuel order, find out why and benefit from the discussion.
Brief the CSM on sector information, flight time and anticipated weather that may
impact on cabin service. Liaise as to the timing of PAs, any special pax and any
problem regarding crew. If possible the CSM should be asked to direct any
operational matters to the S/O.
Be aware of the maintenance status of the aircraft and M.E.L. items applicable (as
time permits). Determine if there are any maintenance problems that may delay
boarding passengers. Liaise with the CSM and Company if required.
Brief other flight crew members (Flight Engineer, additional S/O) on the fuel order
and relevant flight planning details.
Allocate pre-flight duties, including any special instructions regarding calculation of
the Take Off data (runway choice, intersection departures, wet runway, windshear).

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Carry out full F/O pre flight checks, including chart preparation. This must be
completed under the supervision of the First Officer.

Co-ordinate with CSM with regard to boarding progress and the timing of a
'Welcome Aboard' P.A. if desired.
Maintain awareness of scheduled departure time and coordinate activities to
achieve an on-time departure.
Request Airways Clearance using correct local procedures.
Give a full departure briefing, including coverage of areas not actually operated
by the Second Officer - taxi, take-off and initial clean-up, etc.
Call for the appropriate Checklists in preparation for push back and engine start.
Before pushback all crew should be in their designated seats.
Seat changes must be conducted in accordance with the requirements of
the F.A.M.

Upon resuming a control seat after Take Off :

Initiate/continue aircraft acceleration and clean-up, showing awareness of A.T.C.

requirements and terrain.
If not already completed, call for the After Take-Off Checklist. Determine
requirements for the Seatbelt Sign having considered aircraft body angle and
weather ahead.
Use sound judgement as to when to hand-fly the climb and when to engage an
autopilot. Airmanship should dictate the mode of flight.
Carry out a thorough Top of Climb scan. Include fuel configuration.
Monitor navigational accuracy and use of en-route radio navigation aids.
Initiate navaid selections and FMC loading to stay ahead of the aircraft.
If required prepare the crew roster ( in consultation with the Captain).
Monitor the performance schedule and initiation of changes to speed and altitude
to comply with company policy.
Keep an awareness of aircraft around you and develop a picture of how these
aircraft may affect your service in terms of en-route climbs etc.
Regularly check trim as per policy applicable to aircraft type.
Co-ordinate with the CSM for P.A.'s, lighting requirements (no smoking sign) and
maintain an awareness of the state of service activity in the cabin.
Maintain situational awareness with regard to the proximity of alternate/available
airports and aircraft range.
Confirm awareness of local procedures for the destination and any requirements
applicable. Refer to RMS for the country and specific airport(s) information. Refer
to WWT for the destination/alternate ATC pages for holding speeds, speed
control etc., and the Emergency section of the WWT for extra information.
Calculate diversion fuels and fuel available for holding.
Manage the collection of weather forecasts/ reports for destination and
alternates.
Monitor fuel status and DPA requirements.
Prepare for arrival, including thorough review of charts and manuals.
Ensure arrival message sent to Company.
Calculate or cross check the descent profile.
Organise the return to duty of all crew members prior to Top Of
Descent, allowing sufficient time to load and check all navigation data for arrival
and make an arrival P.A.
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Brief for the arrival, including coverage of those areas not actually to be flown by
the Second Officer (final approach, runway and taxiway information).
The use of auto pilot for descent should be a matter of airmanship, considering
weather, traffic and workload. Auto flight may provide a safer environment and
reduces workload for the PNF as well.
Monitor weather on the descent with particular attention to Anti-Ice requirements,
turbulence and the state of cabin preparation.
Monitor the descent profile and make adjustments as necessary to regain profile.
S/Os should be guided in the success of their descent by the subsequent
actions of the PF.
Seat changes must be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the
FAM.
Maintain an active interest in the remainder of the sector once the control seat is
vacated.
Take an active part in the post flight assessment of the crew's performance. S/Os
are encouraged to ask for constructive criticism. Input from the F/O should be
encouraged.
Captains should note the Company requirements for training reports for
new S/Os. The multi-file has training forms and these can be used as
guidance for de-briefing subjects.

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Areas
Before Start

Actions
Active R/W performance checked.
Sufficient fuel for flight.
Participate in Departure Briefing.
Listen to and confirm Airways Clearance correctly
briefed.
Monitor A.T.C. and Company frequencies.
Alert Crew to possible changing weather
conditions.
Ensure Checklist completed.

Taxi

Monitor
Engine Start for exceedances.
Correct flap setting.
Checklist completed.
Cabin warning given.
Review emergency actions.
Correct MCP settings.
Check for traffic when crossing runways.

Take Off

Monitor
T/O clearance received.
V1, Vr calls.
Engine performance.
Airspeed.
Altitude.
Flap retraction.
Flap limit speeds.
Engine performance.
Keep lookout for other aircraft.

Climb

Monitor
Flight path in accordance with clearance.
LSALT.
Radio Transmission,
Keep a good lookout.

Cruise (on duty)

Ensure knowledge of route LSALT.

Review engine failure procedures.
Ensure flight routing in accordance with
clearance.
Monitor all radio communications and position of
other aircraft.
Review depressurisation procedures.
Confirm all altitude changes.
Alert crew to possible hazardous WX.

Descent

Review stopping capability.

Review approach charts and participate in
approach Briefing. Write down appropriate
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points.
Ensure Company communications complete and
monitor frequency.
Confirm all route and altitude clearances.
Monitor radio transmissions.
Monitor flap selections and speeds.
Look out for other aircraft.
On Final

Monitor checklist actioned.

Monitor speed.
Ensure Runway not occupied.
Review GA.

On R/W

Ensure speedbrake up and calls are correct.

Ensure Reverse thrust selected.
Monitor autobrake and correct calls.

General Issues

Any issues of concern.

Ask questions or challenge any area you are not
happy with.
Seek information and prepare for all flights.

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