MidContinent Airlines

MidContinent Airlines

AQP Manual

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Revision Log

Revision Number Date Original Issue 19 NOV 2016

1 31 MAY 2019

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Introduction

The FAA has established the Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) to allow airlines to develop proficiency-based training programs. AQP permits us to develop and revise qualification and recurrent training based on an analysis of what each pilot must know and accomplish to be proficient in an aircraft, and on feedback on how well our pilots acquire and maintain their proficiency. AQP is a voluntary alternative method of qualifying, training, and certifying our crewmembers, instructors, and evaluators (check airmen). An approved AQP program replaces the existing federal regulations governing that training program. Applicability

No person may be used or serve as a MidContinent Airlines crewmember, instructor, or evaluator unless the person has satisfactorily completed the required training and proficiency evaluation for the type aircraft being operated.

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1.0 Acronyms and Definitions

AQP Advanced Qualification Program

CQ Continuing Qualification Training

LC Line Check

LOE Line Operational Evaluation

LOFT Line Oriented Flight Training

LOS Line Operational Simulation (made up of LOFT/SPOT/LOE)

MV Maneuvers Validation

QT Qualification Training

RQ Requalification Training

SPOT Special Purpose Operational Training

SV Systems Validation 1.1 Eligibility Period. Three calendar months (the calendar month before through the calendar

month after the training/checking month). During this period a crewmember must receive recurrent training, a flight check, a competency check, or an observation to remain in a qualified status. Training or checking completed during the eligibility period is considered to be completed during the training/ checking month.

1.2 Training/ Checking Base Month. The calendar month during which a crewmember is due to

receive required recurrent training, a required flight check, a required competency check, a required observation, or required operating familiarization

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2.0 Flight Crewmember Basic Indoctrination

2.1 Objective of Training: To ensure that new-hire cockpit crewmembers are knowledgeable in MidContinent Airlines policies, procedures, and general operating standards

2.1.1 Course Prerequisites: Candidate is a new-hire cockpit crewmember at MidContinent Airlines.

2.1.2 Course Requirements: Basic Indoctrination will include the following courses that must be completed through the web-based MidCon Flight Academy:

• Company Orientation • Fatigue Risk Management/CFR 117 • Meteorology • Flight Dispatch • Flight Manual • Performance and Airport Analysis

A knowledge validation will be completed at the end of each module. A score of 80% will be required before continuing to the next module

2.2 Ground Training Modules (MidCon Flight Academy)

Company Orientation

• Introduction to MidContinent Airlines • Company expectations • Crew qualifications • Line operations

Fatigue Risk Management/CFR 117

• CFR 117 overview • Awareness of the causes of fatigue • Pilot responsibility for ensuring fitness for duty

Meteorology

• Weather definitions • Sources of weather – forecasts, reports, symbols • Weather phenomena

o Volcanic Ash o Fronts o Icing o Fog o Thunderstorms o Windshear and microbursts

• High altitude weather

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Flight Dispatch

• Authority and responsibility • FAA regulations • Flight release procedures

Flight Manual

• All chapters

Performance and Airport Analysis

• Takeoff and Landing performance regulations and associated issues

Special Curriculum

• RNAV GPS / RNAV RNP Approach Procedures • CAT II/III Approach Procedures • Basic International Qualification (Latin America / Caribbean) • International Qualification • Winterization – Ground De/Anti-Ice Procedures

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3.0 Qualification Training (QT)

3.1 Flight Crewmember Qualification Training Course

The Indoctrination Training Course is a prerequisite for Qualification Training.

A pilot’s Qualification training progress will be evaluated in three phases:

• Systems validation, • Maneuvers validation, • Line operational evaluation

Qualification training will include special curriculum segments as required

Within the qualification program there are three different training courses.

The training courses are:

Systems course: Instruction discusses general operations subjects, an Aircraft Systems overview, Controls and Indicators, Systems Description, normal operation and non-normal (emergency) operation. Maneuvers course: Instructs flying skills in Normal and Non-Normal aircraft operation procedures. Operating Experience (OE) in line operations: A module to certify the pilot for unsupervised line flying.

3.2 Qualification Standards

MidContinent Airlines uses a “train to proficiency” qualification standard

Written knowledge validations will require a score of 80% before continuing to the next module or phase of training

A pilot unable to demonstrate proficiency will be given the opportunity for remedial training to proficiency

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3.3 Aircraft Handling

Aircraft is handled (hand flown) in accordance with the following standards and tolerances. Smoothness and passenger comfort should be considered.

The table below summarizes the tolerances for aircraft handling. Normal bracketing of maneuvers are not considered deviations.

Aircraft/Simulator Handling Tolerances Event Heading Airspeed Altitude Bank

Takeoff +/- 5 +/- 5

Maneuvering – All phases up to approach +/- 10 +/- 10 +/- 100 +/- 5

Planned Heading

Instrument Approach – Prior to final approach segment +/- 5 +/- 10 +/- 100

Instrument Approach – Final approach segment +/- 5 +/- 5 Missed Approach – Rejected Landing +/- 5 +/- 5 +/- 100 Landing +/- 5

4.0 B737 Initial New-Hire Training

4.1 Objective of Training: To qualify a new-hire pilot to perform First Officer duties on the B737 at MidContinent Airlines.

4.1.1 Course Prerequisites: Candidate is a new-hire cockpit crewmember or instructor at MidContinent Airlines or has not previously held a crewmember duty position

4.1.2 Curriculum Qualification training will consist of a three-phase validation/evaluation

• Systems validation • Maneuvers validation • Line operational evaluation • Special curriculum segments

RNAV/RNP Qualification Category II/III Qualification Basic International Qualification

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5.1 Course Prerequisites: Candidate is a new-hire cockpit crewmember or instructor at MidContinent Airlines or has not previously held a crewmember duty position

5.1.2 Curriculum: Qualification training will consist of a three-phase validation/evaluation


RNAV/RNP Qualification Category II/III Qualification International Qualification

• Extended Operations Definitions • Destination Alternate Required – International • Destination Alternate Weather Requirements • Navigation Charts • International Fuel Requirements • Flight Plan Format

o Straight Dispatch o Redispatch

• Recording ATC Clearances/Fuel/Time Log • Altimeter Procedures • Transponder Codes • Position Reporting To ATC

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6.1 Course Prerequisites: Candidate is a new-hire cockpit crewmember or instructor at MidContinent Airlines or has not previously held a crewmember duty position

6.1.2 Curriculum: Qualification training will consist of a three-phase validation/evaluation


RNAV/RNP Qualification Category II/III Qualification International Qualification

• Extended Operations Definitions • Destination Alternate Required – International • Destination Alternate Weather Requirements • Navigation Charts • International Fuel Requirements • Flight Plan Format

o Straight Dispatch o Redispatch

• Recording ATC Clearances/Fuel/Time Log • Altimeter Procedures • Transponder Codes • Position Reporting To ATC

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7.0 Basic International Qualification

7.1 Objective of Training: Basic International Qualification is designed to familiarize flight crewmembers with the information necessary to safely conduct international operations in Latin America/Caribbean. This curriculum segment fulfills the requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations Part 121.443, Federal Aviation Regulations Part 121, Appendix G and applicable FAA Advisory Circular recommendations.

7.1.1 Course Special Exceptions/Requirements:

Limitations on Authorized Operations. Completion of Basic International Qualification authorizes crewmembers to operate in Latin America/Caribbean except for the following operations:

• Extended Operations (ETOPS) (qualification is limited to Extended Overwater Operations)

• Airspace that utilizes HF radio as the primary means of communication

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8.0 Maneuvers Validation

8.1 Maneuvers Validation Conditions

In order to promote a fair evaluation, conditions will be defined to assure comparable difficulty among Maneuver Validation scenarios.

The following conditions apply:

Non-Precision Approach Weather

A ceiling that will allow the pilot to ascertain the runway environment at minimums

10 - 15 knots crosswind

Precision Approach Weather

CAT I engine out. Weather at 200 feet HAT and 2400 RVR with 8-10 knots

crosswind CAT III to lowest authorized minimums

• Takeoff

At least one takeoff with crosswind of 10-15 knots At least one takeoff to lowest authorized minimums. Rejected takeoff will be performed at either critical field length (recommended) or

minimum visibility.

• Landing

Crosswind of 10-15 knots

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8.2 Mandatory Objectives

B737

The following objectives will be accomplished on all B737 Qualification Maneuvers Validations. Pilots must be briefed prior to the MV that they are responsible to ensure:

• Only authorized approaches are flown • They are in compliance with ceiling and visibility requirements during

Takeoff Approach Landing

• Consideration is made for inoperative ground equipment

• Wind limitations are not exceeded

8.2.1 Takeoff Operations 8.2.2 Rejected Takeoff 8.2.3 Power Plant Non-Normal:

•Takeoff Engine Failure • Engine-Out Approach (manual, no autopilot) • Engine-Out Landing (manual, no autopilot) or Engine-Out Missed Approach

8.2.4 CAT II / III ILS Approach:

Minimum of one CAT II or CAT III ILS per crew using the lowest approach minimums authorized for the airplane. The approach will be flown to a landing or missed approach at the discretion of the evaluator.

8.2.5 CAT I ILS or Non-ILS Approach:

The type of approach flown, level of automation, use of HUD, and whether flown to a landing or missed approach is at the discretion of the evaluator. At least one CAT I Approach must be flown manually (no autopilot) and at least one CAT I Approach must be flown to a landing.

8.2.6 Go Around/Missed Approach 8.2.7 Landing:

• Minimum of two visual landings per pilot as PF.

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8.2.8 Miscellaneous Non-Normal Procedures

The following malfunctions must be accomplished:

Flight Controls Non-Normal (At least one of the following procedures)

Asymmetrical Trailing Edge Flaps Runaway Stabilizer Jammed Stabilizer

Hydraulics (At least one of the following procedures)

Hydraulic System A Failure Hydraulic System B Failure Total Hydraulic System Failure (Manual Reversion)

A representative sampling of the following malfunctions may be accomplished.

Power Plant Non-Normal

Engine Fire/Severe Damage/Shutdown Aborted Engine Starts

Fire Protection Non-Normal Engine Fire/Severe Damage/Shutdown

Landing Gear and Brakes Non-Normal Abnormal Landing Gear Configurations

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777

The following objectives will be accomplished on all B777 Qualification Maneuvers Validations.

Pilots must be briefed prior to the MV that they are responsible to ensure:






• Takeoff Engine Failure • Engine-Out Approach (manual, no autopilot) • Engine-Out Landing (manual, no autopilot) or Engine-Out Missed Approach





8.3.6 Go Around/Missed Approach 8.3.7 Landing


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8.3.8 Miscellaneous Non-Normal Procedures: The following SPOs must be accomplished.

• Flight Controls Non-Normal (At least one of the following procedures) Flaps Drive Slats Drive Stabilizer

• Hydraulics Non-Normal (At least one of the following procedures) Hydraulic Press System C Hydraulic Press System L + C Hydraulic Press System L + R Hydraulic Press System R + C

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787

The following objectives will be accomplished on all B787 Qualification Maneuvers Validations.

Pilots must be briefed prior to the MV that they are responsible to ensure:






• Takeoff Engine Failure • Engine-Out Approach (manual, no autopilot) • Engine-Out Landing (manual, no autopilot) or Engine-Out Missed Approach





8.4.6 Go Around/Missed Approach 8.4.7 Landing


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8.4.8 Miscellaneous Non-Normal Procedures: The following SPOs must be accomplished.

• Flight Controls Non-Normal (At least one of the following procedures) Flaps Drive Slats Drive Stabilizer

• Hydraulics Non-Normal (At least one of the following procedures) Hydraulic Press System C Hydraulic Press System L + C Hydraulic Press System L + R Hydraulic Press System R + C

9.0 First Officer Type Rating Limitations 9.1 Some First Officers may be issued an ATP type rating in a specific airplane limited to the

purposes of FAR 121.543(b)(3)(i) to allow serving as an international FO at MidContinent Airlines or in accordance with FAR 61.55 limited to SIC privileges only.

No left seat dependent tasks are required for either of these limited type ratings. First Officers obtaining type ratings with either of these limitations may complete the airplane Initial/Transition course in their normal duty position. Removal of either limitation will require completion of the type rating requirements specified above for the appropriate duty position.

10.0 Validations 10.1 Systems Validation:

A Systems Validation is administered near the end of the ground training.

The Systems Validation verifies that the pilot has adequate knowledge of the aircraft systems and components, normal and non-normal operations, performance and limitations, and the use of performance charts, tables, and other related data.

10.2 Maneuvers Validation:

A Maneuvers Validation is conducted near the end of the flight training segment to verify pilot performance.

When pilots have successfully completed the Maneuvers Validation, the evaluator recommends them for progression in the curriculum.

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11.0 Line Checks

11.1 Line Check Module: The Line Check validates that pilots possess adequate task management skills for unsupervised line flying.

Line checks will be conducted on all our aircraft Fleets, throughout all our types of operations, and in all our geographic areas of operation.

A line check must consist of at least one flight segment over a typical part of an MCA route, foreign or federal airway, or direct route; incorporate a debrief; be conducted with the pilot occupying their normal duty position; and be conducted by a check airman or designee fully qualified in the equipment and route and holding the certificates and ratings required of the PIC.

11.2 Line Check Types:

Qualification: Qualification line checks are accomplished at the end of operating experience. Satisfactory completion of operating experience satisfies all requirements for the Qualification line check.

Probationary. At the discretion of Flight Training management, probationary crewmembers

may be administered a line check by a check airman during their 6th month of probation.

Continuing Qualification: Continuing Qualification line checks are conducted on Captains to ensure continued proficiency as PIC.

o Continuing Qualification line checks may be conducted during normal revenue flight

operations or during ferry flights and proving runs o MidCon will ensure that all Captains are administered a line check each calendar

year o Captains may be administered unscheduled or scheduled checks

Requalification. A requalification line check is required when a pilot loses equipment qualification or a Captain exceeds 12 months without a line check.

International. International qualification for Captains will be conducted in at least one international region in which they are qualified as an active crewmember

o Captains who are qualified in more than one region need not have a line check in

each region, but must, within the preceding 12 calendar months fly in at least one international region in which qualified as an active crewmember.

o An international line check will satisfy the requirement for a domestic line check, however, a domestic line check will not fulfill the international line check requirement.

Special. Special line checks are requested by flight management to accomplish specific checking requirements and are usually tailored to the needs of a specific pilot. FO's will act as PF or PM, as determined by the Check Airman

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12.0 Operating Experience (OE) Modules: 12.1 Operating experience (OE) for MidContinent Airlines pilots will be accomplished in accordance

with FAR 121.434 after successful completion of the Maneuvers Evaluation.

Required operating experience hours and cycles are defined in the following table.

OE Minimum Requirements

Position Curriculum Hours Cycles CA Initial/Transition 1 1 FO Initial/Upgrade 3 3

An operating cycle is defined as a complete flight segment consisting of a takeoff, climb, enroute portion, descent, and landing

Regardless of the number of hours and/or cycles completed, no pilot will be certified unless fully competent in the airplane and duty position.

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13.0 Continuing Qualification (CQ) Training

13.1 Objective of Training. Satisfactory completion of Non-Aircraft Specific Continuing Qualification Training in conjunction with Aircraft Specific Continuing Qualification Training fulfills the currency requirements of Federal Aviation Regulations Part 121 for crew members who will continue to serve in the same duty position and aircraft type.

13.2 Course Prerequisites. The course has been designed for an active MidContinent Airlines pilot who is qualified on any MidContinent Airlines aircraft.

13.3 Non-Aircraft Specific Training by Quarter

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Flight Manual Communications Seasonal Wx CAT II/III Fleet Update International Topics

Flight Manual Emergency Equip Seasonal Wx Special Airports Fleet Update International Topics

Flight Manual Emergency Equip Seasonal Wx RNAV/GPS-RNP Fleet Update International Topics

Flight Manual TCAS/RVSM Seasonal Wx Winter Operations Fleet Update International Topics

13.4 Aircraft Specific Training by Quarter

Selected aircraft systems are covered in adequate depth each year. The systems are selected so that all are covered over a three-year training cycle (Cycle 1, 2 and 3).

Systems indicated as all cycles will be covered each year.

Cycle 1 Systems Cycle 2 Systems Cycle 3 Systems Hydraulics Landing Gear and Brakes Flight Controls Autoflight

Pneumatics Air Conditioning Pressurization Ice & Rain Protection Instruments/navigation/communications

APU Electrical Powerplant Fire Protection Fuel

Systems (All Cycles) Emergency Equipment/Oxygen (Flight Academy Module) Ditching/Evacuation (Flight Academy Module) Performance (Flight Academy Module) EGPWS Windshear CAT II/III (Flight Academy Module) EGPWS Windshear CAT II/III (Flight Academy Module)

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