1.3.1 Pushback Procedure

The crew will obtain performance data for the expected takeoff runway/intersection, verify the remarks, and will ensure that the anticipated takeoff weight will be below the MTOW. The first officer will input the takeoff speeds, stabilizer trim setting, and thrust settings (if applicable). The captain will verify and verbalize the takeoff speeds, flap setting, and N1 setting. When the ground crew is ready for pushback or engine start, the first officer will verify doors are closed, APU is on, boost pumps are configured appropriately, ignition is armed (CRJ-200), and transponder set to the PF side. Both crewmembers will disable EFB Wi-Fi and cellular capability (if applicable) prior to the pushback checklist. The captain will ensure the pushback checklist is completed prior to aircraft movement. The captain will direct the first officer to call for pushback or engine start clearance. When pushback clearance is received, the captain will turn the beacon on, release the parking brake, and verify Nose Wheel Steering is off. The captain will state “Beacon on, brakes released, steering off” prior to communicating the push clearance to the ground crew.