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General| Manufacturer | Airbus |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2 |
| Variants | A318, A319, A320, A321 |
| First Flight | 22 February 1987 |
| Passenger Capacity | 150-180 |
| Range | 3, 300 nautical miles (6, 100 km) |
| Wingspan | 34.1 m |
| Length | 37.57 m |
| Height | 11.76 m |
| Cruise Speed | 828 km/h |
| Typical Seating | 150 (2-class) |
| Cargo Volume | 37.41 m³ |
| Engines Model | CFM International CFM56 or IAE V2500 |
| Service Ceiling | 11, 900–12, 500 m |
| Thrust per Engine | 111–120 kN |
Explains Master Minimum Equipment List and Minimum Equipment List.
How CG affects pitching moment, THS setting, lift, and drag.
Defines aircraft stability based on CG relative to aerodynamic center.
Detailed steps for the normal engine start procedure using AUTO START.
Guidance on initiating taxi roll, using minimum thrust, and nose wheel steering techniques.
Steps for setting thrust levers in 2 or 3 steps for headwind/crosswind and tailwind/strong crosswind.
Explains managed vs. selected speed for climb and when to use them.
Steps to ensure ALT CRZ mode engagement and its benefits for cruise.
Explains CI as an economic strategy and its role in ECON SPD/MACH profile.
Recommendation to fly managed speed/Mach for best economical flight.
How aircraft operation and environmental conditions affect fuel consumption.
Examples of how cruise altitude affects fuel efficiency based on GW and temperature.
Describes the PNF's role in programming the FMS for descent and approach.
Main objective is to inform PNF of intended actions during descent and approach.
Explains how AP/FD guides the aircraft on the pre-computed descent path using managed speed.
How the system recovers from being below the descent path by adjusting speed.
How the system recovers from being above the descent path by adjusting speed.
Introduces the structured approach briefing applicable to any approach type.
Outlines types of ILS approaches: standard, high above G/S, and with raw data.
Specifics for flying Non Precision Approaches.
Explains the activation of the approach phase and two common techniques.
Steps for deceleration and configuration changes during intermediate approach.
How to monitor AP/FD mode engagement and take manual control if needed.
Benefits of using managed speed for GS MINI guidance and stabilizing at VAPP.
Particulars for standard ILS approaches, including data entry and mode selection.
Monitoring ILS deviations and actions for receiver or transmitter failures.
Flying NPA "ILS alike" using FMS FPLN and raw data for monitoring.
Steps for the final instrument approach and visual circling pattern.
Procedures for downwind, base turn, and final approach stabilization in visual conditions.
Importance of high performance and accuracy for low DH/RVR approaches.
Table detailing differences in strategy, minima, and autoland requirements.
Defines the complementary tasks of PF and PNF during approach and failure management.
Strategies for handling failures during final approach and general rules.
Table summarizing DH and RVR minima for CAT II and CAT III approaches.
Factors influencing VAPP calculation and FMGC provision of VAPP.
Guidance on smooth stick control and assessing drift during flare.
Pilot actions for derotation after touchdown, including ground spoilers and thrust.
Guidance for roll out steering, crosswind considerations, and differential braking.
Emphasizes the importance of a stabilized approach for a good landing.
How to achieve optimum landing distance using braking systems.
When to initiate Go Around and the systematic steps involved.
Explains ETOPS and its purpose in twin-engine aircraft operations.
Covers type design approval and operational approval for airlines.
Crew awareness of dispatch constraints and normal conditions in flight.
Specific reasons for diverting in case of ETOPS.
Explains Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum airspace and its purpose.
Requirements for aircraft to be certified for RVSM operation.
Discusses factors affecting sector cost and the determination of COST INDEX.
Ensuring ALT CRZ mode engagement and its benefits for cruise.
Role of FMS in cruise monitoring and the strategic importance of COST INDEX.
Explains maximum descent speed at idle thrust and minimum gradient descent speed.
Procedure for emergency descent, including thrust, speed, and speed brakes.
Handling unreliable speed indications and their impact on approach parameters.
Major effects of double hydraulic failure on aircraft handling and procedures.
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