Inside the Vault: A Deep Dive into the 787 "FCOM Exclusive"
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Electrical System: The 787 is a "more-electric" aircraft. Understanding the Variable Frequency Starter Generators (VFSGs) and the Common Core System (CCS) is foundational to every other system. Inside the Vault: A Deep Dive into the
Advanced Performance Data: The 787 FCOM Exclusive provides detailed performance data, including takeoff and landing distances, climb rates, and fuel consumption. This data is essential for pilots to optimize flight planning and ensure safe operations.
Automated Systems: The 787 FCOM Exclusive includes detailed information on the aircraft's advanced automated systems, such as the fly-by-wire flight control system and the advanced autopilot system.
Emergency Procedures: The manual provides step-by-step guidance on emergency procedures, including engine failure, system failures, and emergency landings.
Normal and Abnormal Procedures: The 787 FCOM Exclusive outlines standard operating procedures for normal flight operations, as well as abnormal procedures for handling unexpected events.
Aircraft Systems: The manual provides detailed information on the 787's complex systems, including electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Flight Controls: Learn the nuances of the Fly-By-Wire (FBW) architecture, specifically how the flight control system handles engine asymmetry and roll commands. Advanced Performance Data : The 787 FCOM Exclusive
Because the 787 FCOM is sorted alphabetically rather than pedagogically, experts recommend a specific order of study to build a solid foundation:
Key Features of 787 FCOM Exclusive
This replaces the traditional QRH for the 787 (though a physical QRH card is still used for immediate action items, the full NNP is contained here).
Exclusive Feature: The formatting of the 787 NNP is highly compartmentalized. It uses conditional formatting more aggressively than previous Boeing types, requiring pilots to evaluate "If/Then" logic more frequently.
