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Boeing 737-800 checklist

Boeing 737-800 checklist

This pre-flight checklist includes verifying the flight deck instruments, checking the flight control surfaces, inspecting the engine and APU, and ensuring proper fuel levels. 

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Boeing 737-800 checklist

This pre-flight checklist includes verifying the flight deck instruments, checking the flight control surfaces, inspecting the engine and APU, and ensuring proper fuel levels. 

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We created this Boeing 737-800 checklist template to transform critical aviation safety procedures into a streamlined digital workflow. Unlike generic aircraft checklists, this template specifically addresses the unique operational requirements of the 737-800, including proper engine start sequences, hydraulic system checks, and emergency procedure verification.

Aviation safety data shows that standardized digital checklists reduce procedural errors by up to 35% compared to paper-based alternatives. You can implement this template across your flight operations to ensure consistent safety protocols, simplify training procedures, and create comprehensive documentation trails for compliance audits. The template’s modular design allows for easy adaptation to your organization’s specific operating procedures.

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Pre-Flight Checklist
PARKING BRAKE SET
BATTERY GUARD CLOSED
STANDBY POWER GUARD CLOSED
L CENTER FUEL PUMP AS REQUIRED
L AFT FUEL PUMP AS REQUIRED
APU START
APU GEN ON
POS LIGHTS STEADY
LOGO LIGHT AS REQUIRED
CABIN LIGHTS AS REQUIRED
EMER EXIT LIGHTS GUARD CLOSED
PASSENGER SIGNS ON
PACKS AUTO / HIGH
IRS MODE SELECTORS OFF > NAV
FMC SET
Request Flight-plan Clearance
TRANSPONDER SET
IAS / MACH SPEED SET
HDG / TAKEOFF RWY SET
INITIAL ALT SET
YAW DAMPER ON
WINDOW HEAT ON
FLIGHT ALTITUDE SET
LANDING ALTITUDE SET
FLIGHT DIRECTORS ON
LNAV AS REQUIRED
VNAV AS REQUIRED
MINIMUMS REF BARO or RADIO
MINIMUMS SET
ALTIMETER REF IN or HPA
AUTO BRAKE RTO
COM RADIOS SET
DOORS CLOSED
Before Start Checklist
Request Pushback & Startup Clearance
AUTOTHROTTLE ARM
L & R C FUEL PUMPS AS REQUIRED
A & F FUEL PUMPS ON
ELEC HYD PUMPS ON
ANTI COLL LIGHT ON
PARKING BRAKE SET
GROUND EQUIPMENT REMOVED
ENGINE AREA CLEAR
Engine Start Checklist
SEC DISPLAY UNIT ENGINE
PACKS OFF
ENGINE 1 START SWITCH GND
ENGINE 1 FUEL CONTROL LEVER RUN
ENGINE 2 START SWITCH GND
ENGINE 2 FUEL CONTROL LEVER RUN
Before Taxi Checklist
GENERATORS 1 & 2 ON
PROBE HEAT ON
WING ANTI ICE AS REQUIRED
ENGINE ANTI ICE AS REQUIRED
PACKS AUTO
ISOLATION VALVE AUTO
APU BLEED OFF
APU OFF
ENG START SWITCHES CONT
FLAPS AS REQUIRED
ELEVATOR TRIM SET FOR TAKE-OFF
FLIGHT CONTROLS FREE AND CORRECT
RECALL (737-800 only) CHECK
LOWER DISPLAY UNIT (DU) OFF
Request Taxi Clearance
TAXI LIGHTS ON
RWY TURN-OFF LIGHTS AS REQUIRED
Taxi Checklist
TAXI to assigned runway SPEED Max. 20 knots
BRKS/GYRO/TURN COORDINATOR CHECK during taxi
Before Take-off Checklist
PARKING BRAKE SET
FUEL FLOW RESET, then RATE
C FUEL PUMPS AS REQUIRED
DE-ICE AS REQUIRED
CABIN LIGHTS AS REQUIRED
FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS CHECK
ENGINE INSTRUMENTS CHECK
TAKE-OFF DATA (V1, VR, V2) CHECK
NAV EQUIPMENT CHECK
Request Takeoff Clearance
LANDING LIGHTS ON
STROBE LIGHT ON
TAXI LIGHTS OFF
TRANSPONDER TA/RA
TFC PUSH ON
CLOCK START
After Take-off Checklist
POSITIVE RATE OF CLIMB GEAR UP
AUTO-BRAKE OFF
ENGINE START SWITCHES OFF
GEAR LEVER OFF POSITION
RWY TURN-OFF LIGHTS OFF
CABIN LIGHTS AS REQUIRED
Climb-out Checklist
CMD A or B ENGAGE (when suitable)
Passing TA (Transition-Altitude)
ALTIMETER PUSH TO SET STD (29.92 / 1013)
BELOW 10'000FT MAX. 250 KIAS
ATC AS REQUIRED
Passing 10'000 ft
LANDING LIGHTS OFF
FASTEN SEAT BELTS OFF
C FUEL PUMPS AS REQUIRED
Cruise & Descent Preperation
ENGINE & INSTRUMENTS MONITOR
FUEL QUANTITY CHECK
LIGHTS AS REQUIRED
Before TOD
ATIS / AIRPORT INFORMATION CHECK
ALTIMETER CHECK
RADIOS SET
RESET MCP ALTITUDE CHECK
FMC APPR SPEED REF SET
LOCALIZER FREQ SET
ILS LOC COURSE SET
Descent
DE-ICE AS REQUIRED
LANDING ALT CHECK
RECALL (737-800 only) CHECK
RADIO ALT / BARO MIN SET, CHECK
AUTO BRAKE AS REQUIRED
Passing TA (Transition-Altitude)
ALTIMETER RESET TO LOCAL
Below 10'000 ft
SPEED 250 KIAS
LANDING LIGHTS ON
PASSENGER SIGNS ON
Check Weather (ATIS, Flight Services)
Approach Checklist
ALTIMETER CHECK
LOCALIZER FREQ CHECK
LOCALIZER COURSE CHECK
APP ARM
GLIDESLOPE ALIVE GEAR DOWN
FLAPS 15
SPEED BRAKE ARM
2ND AUTOPILOT ARM (when ILS established)
ENGINE START SWITCHES CONT
LANDING FLAPS SET
Landing Checklist
GO-AROUND ALTITUDE SET
RWY TURN-OFF LIGHTS ON
LANDING GEAR CHECK DOWN
AUTOPILOT AS REQUIRED
AUTO-THRUST AS REQUIRED
After Touch-Down
THRUST REVERSE ENGAGE
AUTOPILOT OFF
AUTOTHRUST OFF
AT 60 KTS REV THRUST TO IDLE
AT 30 KTS AUTO-BRAKE DISENGAGE
After Landing Checklist
TRANSPONDER OFF
FLAPS RETRACT
SPEED BRAKE DOWN
LANDING LIGHTS OFF
STROBE LIGHTS OFF
TAXI LIGHTS ON
CABIN LIGHTS AS REQUIRED
ANTI ICE AS REQUIRED
APU START / CHECK RUN
PROBE HEAT OFF
ENG START SWITCHES OFF
AUTO-BRAKE OFF
Taxi to Assigned Gate/Parking (Speed Max 20 knots)
RWY TURNOFF LIGHTS OFF
APU GEN ON / CHECK VOLTS
Turning Into The Gate
TAXI LIGHTS OFF
Parking / Shutdown Checklist
PARKING BRAKES SET
ENGINE FUEL CONTROL LEVERS OFF
GROUND CONTACT ESTABLISH
GROUND OPERATIONS AS REQUIRED (FMC)
PASSENGER SIGNS OFF
APU BLEED AIR ON
ANIT COLL LIGHT OFF
FUELPUMPS OFF
L AFT FUEL PUMP ON
ANTI-ICE OFF
ELEC HYD PUMPS OFF
ISOLATION VALVE OPEN
FLIGHT DIRECTOR OFF
ELECTRICAL POWER ESTABLISH
EXTERIOR LIGHTS AS REQUIRED
DOORS OPEN
Securing Aircraft
IRS MODE SELECTORS OFF
APU OFF
L AFT FUEL PUMP OFF
EMERGENCY EXIT LIGHTS OFF
WINDOW HEAT OFF
PACKS OFF
CABIN LIGHTS OFF
EXTERIOR LIGHTS OFF
STANDBY POWER OFF
BATTERY OFF
Sign Off
Full Name
Signature
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Frequently asked questions

What makes the Boeing 737-800 checklist different from other aircraft checklists?

The Boeing 737-800 checklist is specifically designed for this aircraft model’s unique systems and components. It includes checks for the CFM56-7B engines, particular hydraulic system configurations, and the specific flight control systems of the 737-800, ensuring all safety protocols are tailored to this exact aircraft rather than using generic aviation procedures.

How can I customize the Boeing 737-800 checklist for my airline’s specific procedures?

You can easily adapt the template by adding your airline’s specific operational requirements, adjusting response types for different checks, and incorporating your company’s standard operating procedures. The template allows you to add sections for airline-specific items while maintaining the core manufacturer-recommended checks, ensuring both compliance and operational consistency.

What flight phases does the Boeing 737-800 template cover?

The template comprehensively covers all operational phases including electrical power up, preflight inspection, departure clearance, engine start, before taxi, taxi, before takeoff, takeoff, climb, cruise, descent, approach, landing, after landing, and securing the aircraft. Each phase contains the specific checks required to ensure safe operation of the 737-800 during that particular stage of flight.

Author
Ima Ocon
Ima is a writer and editor who specializes in technology, with experience crafting content for companies like Canva and FluentU. She's passionate about startups, remote work, and language learning, as well as the applications of AI in marketing. Currently, she is based in Asia, and she previously studied in Taiwan and Singapore.
This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.