Boeing 787 — Afm

Have you ever had to reference the AFM in flight on the 787, or does the QRH cover it all?

Behind the Book: The Boeing 787 AFM (Airplane Flight Manual) boeing 787 afm

Because the fuselage is carbon fiber (instead of aluminum), the AFM has specific sections regarding fire penetration and lightning strike inspections. Unlike aluminum, composite doesn't conduct electricity well, so the AFM directs crews to check specific burn-through points on the fuselage skin. Have you ever had to reference the AFM

Unlike the classic "steam gauge" jets, the 787’s AFM isn't just a paper binder in the sidewall pocket. It is a performance-driven, electronic-linked document designed for both efficiency and extreme envelope protection. Unlike the classic "steam gauge" jets, the 787’s

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.