✈️ Source: Boeing D6-58340-XXX revisions
One unique AFM procedure: In a dual-engine failure (very rare), the 787 relies on its RAT and the backup electric hydraulic pump. The AFM mandates a specific drift-down speed (green dot) that is higher than on previous Boeings to protect the battery thermal limits. boeing 787 afm
Here are 4 key facts every 787 pilot or enthusiast should know about the Dreamliner's AFM: ✈️ Source: Boeing D6-58340-XXX revisions One unique AFM
The full AFM contains thousands of pages covering normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures. On the 787, crews primarily interact with the FCOM (Flight Crew Operations Manual). The AFM remains the legally binding document for certification, but it is now often accessed digitally via the EFB. On the 787, crews primarily interact with the
Behind the Book: The Boeing 787 AFM (Airplane Flight Manual)
The 787 AFM is less of a "how-to-fly" manual and more of a legal and performance contract between Boeing, the airline, and the regulator. The airplane flies so autonomously that the AFM’s primary job today is defining the limits around the automation.