787 Fcom May 2026

The Boeing 787 Flight Crew Operations Manual (FCOM) is the definitive technical authority for pilots operating the "Dreamliner." Unlike the manuals of previous generations, the 787 FCOM reflects a fundamental shift in aviation philosophy, moving away from traditional pneumatic systems toward a more efficient, "more-electric" aircraft architecture.

The 787 FCOM taught the industry that the manual is no longer a book; it is a database living inside the airplane. 787 fcom

Chapter 5: Supplementary Procedures

5.40.1 Dispatch with Inoperative APU

• APU not required for ETOPS if both engine-driven generators and HMG (Hydraulic Motor Generator) operational.
• Must have alternate source for cabin pressurization (dual pack operation from engines).
• Operational restriction – do not depart below –10°C OAT without APU bleed for engine start assist.

ATA 30: Ice and Rain Protection (Bleedless Thermal Anti-Ice)

Traditional Boeings use hot bleed air from engines to heat wing leading edges. The 787 FCOM explains the "Electro-Thermal" system: The Boeing 787 Flight Crew Operations Manual (FCOM)