General
Enter this procedure after completion of the engine-start sequence and verification of the applicable engine-running condition. The start-lever IDLE check confirms the completed configuration; it does not replace the N2-gated fuel-admission steps in Engine Start. Complete generator, heat, air-system and start-switch selections. Verify ground equipment clear, the assigned takeoff flap configuration and the required flight-control check before taxi movement. Use the assigned taxi route and steering/braking procedure.1. Engine start levers — Idle
Set both engine start levers to IDLE. The start levers control fuel admission; they are separate from the rotary engine start switches.Checks and evidence
Checks and evidence
Expected response: IDLEVerification: Read back the lever positions and the phase-appropriate engine outcome.
2. Ground equipment clear — Verify
Obtain actual confirmation that the tug and relevant ground equipment are clear before taxi movement.Checks and evidence
Checks and evidence
Expected response: VerifyVerification: Use a ground-service/environment report or operator attestation that covers the aircraft’s intended movement.
3. Flap lever — Set takeoff flaps
When the stated condition is satisfied, select the takeoff flap setting specified by the applicable performance data. Verify the required lever detent and actual flap/slat configuration.Checks and evidence
Checks and evidence
Expected response: Set takeoff flapsVerification: Verify the chosen lever detent and the required actual flap/slat configuration.
4. Flight controls — Check
Perform the approved control movement/check sequence and confirm actual control-surface response.Checks and evidence
Checks and evidence
Expected response: CheckVerification: Confirm the required surface travel, direction and final control state using the detailed test criteria.
5. Lower DU — Blank
Set the lower display unit to BLANK and observe the result.Checks and evidence
Checks and evidence
Expected response: BLANKVerification: Confirm the actual LDU mode/display is blank.