Originally Posted by
Speedbird2263
Likewise...You made the statement "...trying to explain why I violated SOP..." and to that end my only intention is to clarify that the FCOM VOL 1, Normal Procedures, Expanded states "CEO: Engines may be shut down upon gate arrival regardless of 3-minute cool down period." If I'm not mistaken that is an approved procedure and therefore SOP, however I'm most certainly open to correction on that stated SOP.
Touché, Salesman! Hadn’t seen that new change to the manual, thanks for the correction! I have always strived to accomplish the 3 minutes, and I shall continue, but it’s nice to know I cannot be reprimanded for not doing so.
So many contradictions in our manuals...