2. Pre-flight

Word

Example

pre-flight check

Complete the pre-flight check before engine start.

checklist

Use the checklist before taxiing.

cockpit

Enter the cockpit and secure your seatbelt.

co-pilot

The co-pilot read the weather report aloud.

weather briefing

We received the weather briefing from ATC.

NOTAM

Check the latest NOTAMs before departure.

flight plan

File your flight plan 30 minutes before takeoff.

fuel quantity

Confirm fuel quantity is sufficient.

fuel check

Perform the fuel check during pre-flight.

weight and balance

Weight and balance must be within limits.

cabin crew

Cabin crew, prepare for departure.

passenger briefing

Give the passenger briefing before taxiing.

seatbelt sign

Turn on the seatbelt sign.

boarding

Boarding is complete.

gate

We are at gate A15.

pushback

Ready for pushback.

ground power

Disconnect ground power.

APU

Start the APU before engine start.

navigation systems

Set the navigation systems for the route.

FMS

Program the FMS with the flight route.

clearance delivery

Contact clearance delivery for IFR clearance.

ATIS

Listen to the ATIS before contacting ground.

transponder code

Set transponder code 4321.

instruments

Check all instruments for correct readings.

altimeter

Set the altimeter to local pressure.

gyro check

Perform the gyro check.

brake check

Complete the brake check during taxi.

flight control surfaces

Move all flight control surfaces to check freedom.

rudder

Test rudder movement.

elevator

Elevator control is functioning properly.

aileron

Ailerons move smoothly.

flaps

Set flaps to takeoff position.

trim

Adjust the trim before taxi.

lights check

Do a full lights check.

pitot tube

Ensure the pitot tube is not blocked.

anti-ice system

Activate anti-ice system if needed.

oxygen system

Check the oxygen system for leaks.

circuit breakers

Verify all circuit breakers are in.

emergency equipment

Confirm all emergency equipment is on board.

fire extinguisher

Make sure the fire extinguisher is accessible.

baggage loading

Baggage loading is complete.

cargo door

Close the cargo door securely.

deicing

Aircraft needs deicing before departure.

taxi clearance

Request taxi clearance.

standby instruments

Check standby instruments.

hydraulic systems

Hydraulic systems are operational.

checklist complete

Checklist complete, ready for taxi.

ready for engine start

We are ready for engine start.

brakes set

Brakes are set.

parking brake

Release parking brake for pushback.