C-17 Pilot Initial Qualification (PIQ) End Of Course Practice Test

The correct focus during a visual inspection, when the MFD CFG display indicates unsafe, is to check the proper alignment of the red fluorescent band on the down-lock links. This is a crucial parameter for the aircraft’s landing gear system; if the down-lock links are not properly aligned, it could indicate a failure in the landing gear mechanism, posing a significant risk during operations. The red band serves as a visual cue that indicates the correct position of the landing gear.

In the context of aircraft operation, ensuring that the landing gear is engaged correctly is paramount for safe landings and takeoffs.

While it may be important to check fuel levels, engine status, or the balance of the aircraft for other operational assessments, these aspects are secondary when confronted with an "unsafe" indication related to the landing gear. The immediate priority must be to verify the landing gear's status to avert any potential mishaps.