Airbus A330-900neoMSFS 2024 Startup Checklist · 219 steps
Airbus A330-900neo
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AIRCRAFT BRIEF
The Airbus A330-900neo (New Engine Option) is the stretched variant of the A330neo family, offering up to 440 seats in a high-density configuration and a range of 7,200 nmi. It first flew in October 2017 and entered service with TAP Air Portugal in late 2018, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines that deliver an 11% fuel efficiency improvement over the previous generation. The A330-900neo bridges the gap between the A330ceo and the A350, giving airlines a cost-effective wide-body for medium and long-haul routes.
RANGE VISUALIZER
SPECIFICATIONS
manufacturerAirbus
first Flight2017
roleWide-body long-haul airliner
crew2 pilots + cabin crew
engines2x Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72 (72,834 lbf each)
max Speed919 km/h (Mach 0.86)
range13,334 km (7,200 nmi)
ceiling41,450 ft
weight251,000 kg (MTOW)
PHS 1 — Pre-Flight Planning8 steps
| 01 | Weather Briefing (METAR / TAF / Sigmet)NOTE: Check departure, enroute, destination, and alternate weather. Note icing levels and jet stream. | REVIEWED | |
| 02 | NOTAMsNOTE: Check for runway closures, navigation aid outages, airspace restrictions, and ETOPS waypoint NOTAMs. | REVIEWED | |
| 03 | OFP / SimBrief Flight PlanNOTE: Generate and review Operational Flight Plan - route, fuel, winds, alternates, cost index. | LOADED | |
| 04 | Fuel PlanningNOTE: Block fuel includes taxi, trip, contingency (5%), alternate, final reserve (30 min), and extra fuel. | VERIFIED | |
| 05 | Weight and Balance / LoadsheetCAUTION: Verify ZFW, TOW, and LW are within limits. Check CG% and trim setting. MTOW 251,000 kg. | WITHIN LIMITS | |
| 06 | SID / STAR / Approach ReviewNOTE: Review departure and expected arrival procedures. Check transition altitudes and MSA. | BRIEFED | |
| 07 | MEL / CDL ItemsNOTE: Review any Minimum Equipment List or Configuration Deviation List items for dispatch. | CHECKED | |
| 08 | Performance - Takeoff SpeedsNOTE: V1, VR, V2, FLEX temp from TOW, runway, and conditions. Config 2 or 3 for takeoff. | CALCULATED |
PHS 2 — Electrical Power Up8 steps
| 01 | Battery 1 and 2NOTE: Check current below 60A after 10 seconds on ELEC SD page. | ON | |
| 02 | External PowerNOTE: Check ECAM ELEC page for power source status. | ON (if available) | |
| 03 | APU Master Switch | ON | |
| 04 | APU StartNOTE: Wait for AVAIL indication on ECAM - approximately 1-2 minutes for Trent 7000 APU. | ON | |
| 05 | APU GeneratorNOTE: Verify APU GEN on ECAM ELEC page. | ON | |
| 06 | APU Bleed | ON | |
| 07 | External Power | OFF (if APU running) | |
| 08 | GSX - Ground Power Unit (GPU)NOTE: GSX menu (Ctrl+F12): Ground Power Unit > Connect. Provides external AC power while engines are off. | CONNECT |
PHS 3 — Cockpit Preparation20 steps
| 01 | Crew Oxygen Supply ValveNOTE: Check pressure adequate for crew count. | ON | |
| 02 | ADIRS 1, 2, 3CAUTION: Do not move aircraft during IRS alignment - approximately 7-10 minutes. | NAV | |
| 03 | Navigation Lights | ON | |
| 04 | Seat Belts Sign | ON | |
| 05 | No Smoking Sign | AUTO | |
| 06 | Emergency Exit Lights | ARM | |
| 07 | Fuel Pumps - Wing Tank 1 (L1 and L2) | ON | |
| 08 | Fuel Pumps - Wing Tank 2 (R1 and R2) | ON | |
| 09 | Fuel Pumps - Centre TankNOTE: Centre tank pumps on only when centre fuel loaded. | ON (if centre tank has fuel) | |
| 10 | Fuel Crossfeed ValveNOTE: Open only for engine feed asymmetry or fuel balancing. | CLOSED (normal) | |
| 11 | Hydraulic System - Green EDP 1 and 2 | AUTO | |
| 12 | Hydraulic System - Yellow EDP 1 and 2 | AUTO | |
| 13 | Hydraulic System - Blue Electric Pump | AUTO | |
| 14 | Anti-Ice (Wing and Engine)NOTE: Enable wing anti-ice if icing conditions exist or expected on ground or in flight. | AS REQUIRED | |
| 15 | Pressurisation - Landing ElevationNOTE: Or set to AUTO for automatic pressurisation management. | SET destination elevation | |
| 16 | Pressurisation Mode Selector | AUTO | |
| 17 | Air Conditioning - Pack 1 and 2 | AUTO | |
| 18 | Bleeds 1 and 2 | ON | |
| 19 | Panel Lights | SET as required | |
| 20 | ECAM Status | CHECK for any faults |
PHS 4 — MCDU / FMGS Setup15 steps
| 01 | MCDU - INIT A: Flight Number | ENTERED | |
| 02 | MCDU - INIT A: FROM/TO | SET departure / arrival airports | |
| 03 | MCDU - INIT A: Cost IndexNOTE: Typical CI range 0-999; airline-specific. CI 50-80 common for A330. | ENTERED | |
| 04 | MCDU - INIT A: Cruise Altitude | SET | |
| 05 | MCDU - INIT A: IRS AlignmentCAUTION: Enter correct lat/long. Do not align while moving. | ALIGN and CONFIRM | |
| 06 | MCDU - F-PLN: Route | VERIFY or ENTER SID / route / STAR | |
| 07 | MCDU - F-PLN: Alternate | ENTERED | |
| 08 | MCDU - INIT B: Fuel / ZFW / CGNOTE: Enter block fuel, ZFW, and trim/CG from loadsheet. Verify fuel matches actual quantity. | ENTERED | |
| 09 | MCDU - PERF TO: Takeoff SpeedsNOTE: Speeds from performance calculator. FLEX temp must be at or below OAT at departure. | ENTER V1, VR, V2, FLEX Temp, Config | |
| 10 | FCU Altitude | SET initial climb altitude | |
| 11 | FCU Heading | SET runway heading | |
| 12 | FCU Speed | MANAGED | |
| 13 | Transponder Code | SET assigned squawk - STBY | |
| 14 | TCAS Mode | TA/RA - STBY until engine start | |
| 15 | Radios / Nav Aids | SET departure frequency, VOR/ILS as required |
PHS 5 — Before Start14 steps
| 01 | Parking Brake | SET | |
| 02 | Beacon LightNOTE: Signal to ground crew that engines will start. | ON | |
| 03 | DoorsNOTE: Check ECAM DOOR page - all doors closed and slide armed. | CLOSED and ARMED | |
| 04 | Thrust Levers | IDLE | |
| 05 | Pack 1 and 2NOTE: Reduces APU bleed load during engine start. | OFF | |
| 06 | Cross Bleed Selector | AUTO | |
| 07 | Engine Mode SelectorNOTE: Enables automatic ignition sequence for Trent 7000 start. | IGN/START | |
| 08 | Pushback / Tow ClearanceCAUTION: Confirm area is clear before engine start. | OBTAINED (if required) | |
| 09 | ATC Start Clearance | OBTAINED | |
| 10 | GSX - Fuel TruckNOTE: GSX menu: Refuel Aircraft. Set desired fuel load before confirming. | REFUEL COMPLETE | |
| 11 | GSX - Catering ServiceNOTE: GSX menu: Call Catering. Forward and aft catering trucks will service the aircraft. | COMPLETE | |
| 12 | GSX - Passenger BoardingNOTE: GSX menu: Board Passengers. Wait for all passengers to board. | COMPLETE | |
| 13 | GSX - All Passenger DoorsCAUTION: Confirm all door indicators show CLOSED before requesting pushback. | CLOSED | |
| 14 | GSX - Pushback RequestNOTE: GSX menu: Request Pushback. Select direction when prompted. | INITIATED |
PHS 6 — Engine Start14 steps
| 01 | Engine Master 2 (right engine)NOTE: Right engine first per Airbus SOP. APU bleed provides start air. | ON | |
| 02 | Engine 2 - N2 accelerationCAUTION: Monitor EGT on ECAM. Abort start if EGT exceeds limit or no N2 rise within 30 sec. | MONITOR - watch for ignition | |
| 03 | Engine 2 - Oil Pressure | RISING | |
| 04 | Engine 2 - Idle StableNOTE: Trent 7000 typical idle N2 approximately 65-68%. | CONFIRM N1/N2 stable at idle | |
| 05 | Engine Master 1 (left engine) | ON | |
| 06 | Engine 1 - N2 accelerationCAUTION: Monitor EGT on ECAM. Abort start if EGT exceeds limit. | MONITOR - watch for ignition | |
| 07 | Engine 1 - Idle Stable | CONFIRM N1/N2 stable at idle | |
| 08 | Engine Mode SelectorNOTE: Return to NORM after both engines stabilised at idle. | NORM | |
| 09 | Engine Bleeds 1 and 2 | ON (both) | |
| 10 | Pack 1 and 2NOTE: Restore air conditioning after engines are stable. Wait 20 seconds before applying takeoff thrust later. | ON (both) | |
| 11 | APU Bleed | OFF | |
| 12 | APU MasterNOTE: Allow APU to cool approximately 2 minutes before shutdown. | OFF | |
| 13 | Generator 1 and 2 (Engine) | VERIFY ON on ECAM ELEC page | |
| 14 | GSX - Ground Power Unit (GPU)NOTE: GSX menu: Ground Power Unit > Disconnect. Disconnect once AC bus is powered by engines. | DISCONNECT |
PHS 7 — After Start / Taxi13 steps
| 01 | Flight Controls - SidestickCAUTION: Verify surface movement on ECAM F/CTL page. Full left/right, forward/back. | CHECK full deflection all axes | |
| 02 | Pitch TrimNOTE: Set trim based on CG from loadsheet. | SET for takeoff | |
| 03 | Rudder Trim | ZERO | |
| 04 | Ground Spoilers | ARM | |
| 05 | FlapsNOTE: Config 2 or 3 for normal takeoff. Config 3 for short or contaminated runways. | SET takeoff configuration (Config 2 or 3) | |
| 06 | Auto Brake | MAX | |
| 07 | ECAM Memo | CHECK takeoff memo items | |
| 08 | HydraulicsNOTE: All systems should show nominal pressure 3,000 PSI. | CHECK all three systems - green, yellow, blue | |
| 09 | Cabin Crew | NOTIFIED - secure for taxi | |
| 10 | Taxi / Nose Light | ON / TAXI | |
| 11 | Parking Brake | RELEASE | |
| 12 | Brakes | CHECK during first movement | |
| 13 | Flight Instruments | CHECK during taxi - PFD, ND, ECAM |
PHS 8 — Before Takeoff15 steps
| 01 | Flight Controls | CHECKED and FREE | |
| 02 | Flight Instruments | CHECKED and CROSS-CHECKED | |
| 03 | BriefingNOTE: Review SID, engine failure procedure, rejected takeoff criteria. | CONFIRMED | |
| 04 | Flaps | CONFIRM takeoff config (Config 2 or 3) | |
| 05 | V-Speeds | CONFIRM V1, VR, V2 on PFD | |
| 06 | Transponder | AUTO / ON - ALT RPTG ON | |
| 07 | TCAS | TA/RA | |
| 08 | ECAM MemoNOTE: Verify: AUTO BRK MAX, SIGNS ON, CABIN READY, SPLRS ARM, FLAPS T/O, T/O CONFIG NORMAL. | CHECK - T/O NO BLUE | |
| 09 | Weather RadarNOTE: Predictive windshear AUTO if available. | ON / SYS 1 | |
| 10 | PacksNOTE: May be set OFF for performance on short or hot runways. | AS REQUIRED | |
| 11 | ATC Clearance | OBTAINED - lineup / takeoff | |
| 12 | Landing Lights | ON (both) | |
| 13 | Strobe Lights | ON | |
| 14 | Nose Light | T.O. | |
| 15 | Runway Turnoff Lights | ON |
PHS 9 — Takeoff9 steps
| 01 | Parking Brake | RELEASED | |
| 02 | Thrust LeversNOTE: Allow Trent 7000 engines to stabilise symmetrically before applying full thrust. | ADVANCE to approximately 50% N1 | |
| 03 | Thrust LeversNOTE: Use FLEX if FLEX temp entered and conditions allow, otherwise TOGA. | FLX/MCT or TOGA | |
| 04 | FMACAUTION: If FMA modes incorrect, reject takeoff. | VERIFY - MAN FLX (or MAN TOGA), SRS, RWY | |
| 05 | 80 KnotsCAUTION: Low-speed reject zone below 80 kts. Apply max brakes immediately if reject needed. | CALLOUT - cross-check | |
| 06 | V1WARNING: Do not reject takeoff above V1 except for fire, engine failure, or unsafe to fly. | CALLOUT - committed to fly | |
| 07 | Rotate at VRNOTE: Rotation rate approximately 3 degrees per second. A330 requires positive rotation input. | SMOOTH backstick - pitch target 12-15 degrees nose up | |
| 08 | Positive Climb Rate | CONFIRMED on VSI / altimeter | |
| 09 | Landing GearNOTE: Select UP once positive rate of climb confirmed. Gear limit 250 kts / M0.55. | UP |
PHS 10 — After Takeoff / Climb14 steps
| 01 | Thrust Reduction AltitudeNOTE: Typically 1,500 ft AGL. Follow SID or airline thrust reduction altitude. | THRUST LEVERS to CL detent | |
| 02 | Autopilot 1NOTE: Minimum engagement height typically 100 ft RA after positive climb confirmed. | ON (if desired) | |
| 03 | Autothrust | VERIFY ACTIVE - CLB thrust mode | |
| 04 | At S-Speed - FlapsNOTE: Retract incrementally as speed builds: Config 3 or 2 - 1 - 0. | RETRACT to Config 1 | |
| 05 | At F-Speed - FlapsNOTE: Verify clean config as aircraft accelerates to green dot speed. | RETRACT to Config 0 (clean) | |
| 06 | Ground Spoilers | DISARM | |
| 07 | Landing Gear | CONFIRM UP and doors closed | |
| 08 | Packs | ON (if turned OFF for takeoff) | |
| 09 | Runway Turnoff Lights | OFF | |
| 10 | Nose Light | OFF | |
| 11 | Baro ReferenceNOTE: Both PFDs. Confirm altimeters match. | SET STD above transition altitude | |
| 12 | FCU Altitude | SET cleared cruise level - push for managed climb | |
| 13 | 10,000 ft - Landing Lights | OFF | |
| 14 | 10,000 ft - Seat Belts Sign | OFF (if conditions permit) |
PHS 11 — Cruise10 steps
| 01 | Altitude | VERIFY level at cruise FL | |
| 02 | Autopilot | ON - managed speed and altitude | |
| 03 | ECAM - Engine ParametersNOTE: Verify N1, N2, EGT, oil pressure and temperature in normal range. | CHECK - all normal | |
| 04 | Fuel Quantity and BalanceNOTE: Monitor fuel burn vs. OFP. Max fuel imbalance between wings approximately 3,000 kg. | CHECK | |
| 05 | Centre Tank TransferNOTE: Centre tank fuel transfers to wing tanks automatically via low-pressure pumps - monitor progress. | MONITOR | |
| 06 | Flight Progress | MONITOR on ND / MCDU PROG page | |
| 07 | MCDU - PERF CRZ Page | VERIFY wind, temp, cost index, step climb | |
| 08 | Radios | SET as required for ATC sectors | |
| 09 | SignsNOTE: Seat belt sign ON for turbulence. | AS REQUIRED | |
| 10 | Step ClimbsNOTE: Consider step climb as fuel burns off for optimum altitude efficiency. | AS REQUIRED |
PHS 12 — Descent Preparation9 steps
| 01 | ATIS / ACARS Airport InformationNOTE: Note QNH, wind, runway in use, transition level. | OBTAINED | |
| 02 | MCDU - PERF APPR Page | ENTER QNH, Temp, Wind, Trans LVL, Minimums | |
| 03 | MCDU - ARRIVAL Page | SELECT STAR / approach / runway | |
| 04 | Approach BriefingNOTE: Review approach chart, minimums, missed approach procedure, terrain. | COMPLETED | |
| 05 | Landing Elevation | VERIFY set on MCDU | |
| 06 | Auto BrakeNOTE: LO for dry runway, MED for wet, short, or contaminated runway. | SET LO or MED | |
| 07 | ILS / NAV FrequencyNOTE: Verify course and frequency on both PFDs. | SET and IDENTIFIED | |
| 08 | FCU Altitude | SET first descent constraint or initial descent altitude | |
| 09 | Cabin Crew | ADVISED of descent |
PHS 13 — Descent9 steps
| 01 | ATC Descent Clearance | OBTAINED | |
| 02 | FCU Altitude | SET cleared altitude | |
| 03 | ALT KnobNOTE: Or PULL for open/selected descent at pilot-selected speed. | PUSH for managed descent | |
| 04 | Transition Level / AltitudeNOTE: Both PFDs - verify altimeters match. | SET local QNH when passing | |
| 05 | 10,000 ft - Landing Lights | ON (both) | |
| 06 | 10,000 ft - Seat Belts Sign | ON | |
| 07 | SpeedCAUTION: Do not exceed 250 kts below FL100 unless ATC authorised. | MONITOR - 250 kts below 10,000 ft | |
| 08 | EFIS - CSTRNOTE: Display altitude and speed constraints on Navigation Display. | SELECT on both NDs | |
| 09 | LS ButtonNOTE: Displays ILS localiser and glideslope scales. | ON (both PFDs) |
PHS 14 — Approach15 steps
| 01 | APPR Button on FCUNOTE: Arms LOC and G/S modes. Verify on FMA: LOC* and G/S* then LOC and G/S. | PRESS when cleared for approach | |
| 02 | Speed | MANAGED - green dot or as assigned | |
| 03 | Flaps 1 | SET at S-speed (approximately 210-220 kts for A330) | |
| 04 | Flaps 2 | SET at F-speed (approximately 185-200 kts) | |
| 05 | Landing GearNOTE: Select DOWN when established on localiser or per SOP - gear limit 250 kts / M0.55. | DOWN | |
| 06 | Ground Spoilers | ARM | |
| 07 | Flaps 3 | SET | |
| 08 | Flaps FULLNOTE: Config FULL for standard landing. Config 3 if required for performance. | SET | |
| 09 | Landing Gear | CONFIRM DOWN - 3 greens | |
| 10 | Auto Brake | CONFIRM ARMED | |
| 11 | Cabin Crew | NOTIFIED - cabin secure for landing | |
| 12 | Runway Turnoff Lights | ON | |
| 13 | Nose Light | T.O. | |
| 14 | 1,000 ft AGL - Stable Approach CheckWARNING: If not stabilised by 1,000 ft AGL: on glidepath, landing config, speed within VAPP -5/+10, checklist complete - execute go-around if any criterion not met. | VERIFY | |
| 15 | ECAM MemoCAUTION: All landing items must show no blue text. Resolve any open items before landing. | CHECK - LDG NO BLUE |
PHS 15 — Landing10 steps
| 01 | 500 ft - Autopilot | OFF (manual landing) or monitor for autoland CAT II/III | |
| 02 | VAPPNOTE: Monitor speed trend arrow. Correct for wind gusts. Typical Vapp 140-155 kts depending on weight. | MAINTAIN approach speed | |
| 03 | Flare (approximately 30-40 ft RA)NOTE: Listen for RETARD callout. A330 has a relatively long flare due to wide-body inertia. | GENTLE backstick - arrest descent rate | |
| 04 | Thrust LeversNOTE: Move levers to idle to allow autoland or manual idle for manual landing. | IDLE at RETARD callout | |
| 05 | TouchdownNOTE: Hold pitch attitude. Lower nose gently after main gear contact. | MAIN GEAR first | |
| 06 | Ground Spoilers | VERIFY DEPLOYED automatically | |
| 07 | Reverse ThrustNOTE: Use as required. Full reverse on contaminated, wet, or short runways. | SELECT REV (both levers) | |
| 08 | Auto Brake | VERIFY ACTIVE - decel light illuminated | |
| 09 | 70 Knots | REVERSE to IDLE - stow reversers by 40 kts | |
| 10 | Braking | MANUAL below 40 kts as needed |
PHS 16 — After Landing13 steps
| 01 | Runway Vacated | CONFIRMED - hold short if instructed | |
| 02 | Flaps | RETRACT to Config 0 | |
| 03 | Ground Spoilers | DISARM | |
| 04 | Strobe Lights | OFF | |
| 05 | Runway Turnoff Lights | ON | |
| 06 | Nose Light | TAXI | |
| 07 | Landing Lights | OFF | |
| 08 | Weather Radar | OFF | |
| 09 | Transponder | STBY or as required | |
| 10 | APU MasterNOTE: Start APU during taxi to provide bleed air and power at gate. | ON | |
| 11 | APU Start | ON - wait for AVAIL | |
| 12 | Brake TemperatureNOTE: Allow brakes to cool before setting parking brake if temperature is elevated. | MONITOR on ECAM WHEEL page | |
| 13 | Taxi to Gate | FOLLOW ATC instructions |
PHS 17 — Parking / Shutdown23 steps
| 01 | Parking Brake | SET | |
| 02 | Taxi and Nose Lights | OFF | |
| 03 | APU Bleed | ON (for gate operations) | |
| 04 | Engine Master 1 | OFF | |
| 05 | Engine Master 2 | OFF | |
| 06 | Engine N1 / N2NOTE: Wait for full Trent 7000 spool-down before continuing shutdown. | VERIFY spool-down to zero (both) | |
| 07 | Seat Belts Sign | OFF | |
| 08 | Beacon Light | OFF | |
| 09 | Fuel Pumps - All | OFF | |
| 10 | Hydraulics - Electric Pumps | OFF | |
| 11 | Anti-Ice | OFF | |
| 12 | Air Conditioning Packs | OFF | |
| 13 | ADIRS 1, 2, 3 | OFF | |
| 14 | Crew Oxygen Supply Valve | OFF | |
| 15 | Emergency Exit Lights | OFF | |
| 16 | No Smoking Sign | OFF | |
| 17 | APU Bleed | OFF | |
| 18 | APU MasterNOTE: Allow approximately 2 minutes cooling before APU shutdown. | OFF | |
| 19 | Navigation Lights | OFF | |
| 20 | Battery 1 and 2 | OFF | |
| 21 | GSX - Ground Power Unit (GPU)NOTE: GSX menu: Ground Power Unit > Connect. Restores external power for turnaround. | CONNECT | |
| 22 | GSX - Jetway / StairsNOTE: GSX menu: Deboard Passengers. Jetway or airstairs will position automatically. | CONNECTED | |
| 23 | GSX - Passenger DeboardingNOTE: Wait for all passengers to deboard before releasing gate. | COMPLETE |