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.

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.

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

The 787 AFM is less of a "how-to-fly" manual and more of a legal and performance contract between Boeing, the airline, and the regulator. The airplane flies so autonomously that the AFM’s primary job today is defining the limits around the automation.

Here are 4 key facts every 787 pilot or enthusiast should know about the Dreamliner's AFM:

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

✈️ Source: Boeing D6-58340-XXX revisions

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.

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