feat: bg progress

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diff --git a/docs/beginners-guide/before-start.md b/docs/beginners-guide/before-start.md
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+---
+sidebar_position: 4
+description: Necessary actions before starting engines
+---
+
+# Before Start
+
+## TAKEOFF Page
+
+Press the `INIT REF` button on the CDU. From the `INIT/REF INDEX` page, navigate to the `TAKEOFF` page.
+
+![INIT REF](../assets/bg/init-ref-takeoff.png)
+
+![TAKEOFF](../assets/bg/takeoff-page.png)
+
+On the takeoff page, we will have to enter the flaps setting as well as the v-speeds. To get your v-speeds, simply press the LSK next to the empty fields (`---`), and it will populate automatically.
+
+:::info
+The only valid takeoff flaps settings on the 747 are `10` and `20`.
+:::
+
+## EFIS Control Panel
+
+### QNH
+
+![baro knob](../assets/bg/baro-knob.png)
+
+To set the QNH, use the baro knob on the EFIS control panel. The outer knob toggles between units (inches of mercury and hectopascals) while the inner knob sets the value.
+
+The QNH is displayed in the bottom right corner of the Primary Flight Display (PFD).
+
+![baro knob](../assets/bg/qnh-setting.png)
+
+:::tip
+It is possible to request the METAR through ACARS in the 74S.
+:::
+
+### ENG Page
+
+In order to see detailed engine parameters, press the `ENG` button to display the engine synoptic page on the lower EICAS display.
+
+![synoptic switches](../assets/bg/synoptic-switches.png)
+
+![engine page off](../assets/bg/engine-page-off.png)
+
+## MCP
+
+![mcp](../assets/bg/mcp.png)
+
+On the MCP, do the following:
+* Turn the `F/D` (Flight Director) switches to the `ON` position.
+* Turn the `A/T ARM` (Autothrottle) switch to the `ARM` position.
+* Using the knob under the `IAS/MACH` display, set the speed to the `V2` speed from the CDU `TAKEOFF` page.
+* Using the altitude knob, set the selected altitude to the cruising altitude.
+* Arm LNAV and VNAV by pressing the `LNAV` and `VNAV` switches.
+
+## Center Instrument Panel
+
+![autobrake](../assets/bg/autobrake.png)
+
+Set the `AUTOBRAKE` knob into the `RTO` (Rejected Takeoff) position.
+
+## Aft Aisle Stand
+
+![seatbelts](../assets/bg/seatbelts.png)
+
+Set the `SEATBELTS` knob into the `ON` position. It is located behind the radio tuning panel.
diff --git a/docs/beginners-guide/cdu.md b/docs/beginners-guide/cdu.md
@@ -1,12 +1,14 @@
 ---
 sidebar_position: 3
-description: Setting up the CDU (Central Display Unit)
+description: Initial setup of the CDU (Central Display Unit)
 ---
 
-# CDU Configuration
+# Initial CDU Setup
 
 Now that you have powered up the aircraft, it is time to set up the CDU (Central Display Unit). In this section we will be inserting the flight plan and all the necessary information from our OFP.
 
+## Loading Fuel and Payload
+Follow [this guide](/docs/guides/w&b) on how to load fuel and cargo into the aircraft.
 
 ## The CDU
 ![CDU](../assets/bg/cdu.png)
@@ -33,4 +35,103 @@ Using the keypad, type the ICAO code of your present airport. If you are followi
 
 ![Pos Init Coords](../assets/bg/pos-init-coords.png)
 
-Now, the coordinates of the airport will appear. Copy the coordinates by pressing `LSK 2R`, and put them into the `SET IRS POS` field by pressing `LSK 6R`. This is required for IRS alignment.
+Now, the coordinates of the airport will appear. Copy the coordinates by pressing `LSK 2R`, and put them into the `SET IRS POS` field by pressing `LSK 6R`. This is required for IRS alignment.
+
+### ROUTE Page
+
+Press `LSK 6R` in order to display the `ROUTE` page. This is where we will be inputting our flight plan.
+
+:::note
+This guide will teach you how to manually input your route into the CDU. If you'd prefer importing from SimBrief, follow [this guide](/docs/guides/simbrief).
+:::
+
+![RTE Page 1](../assets/bg/rte-page-1.png)
+
+Fill in the appropriate data into the `ORIGIN`, `DEST` and `FLT NO` fields. If you are following our flight plan, your CDU should look the same as in the image above.
+
+Press the `NEXT PAGE` button to access page 2 of the `ROUTE` page.
+
+![Next Page](../assets/bg/next-page.png)
+
+![RTE Page 2](../assets/bg/rte-page-2.png)
+
+Here is where we will input our waypoints and airways.
+
+* **`VIA` Field** - Airways (leave empty for direct)
+* **`TO` Field** - Waypoints
+
+![RTE Page 2 Filled Out](../assets/bg/rte-page-2-fill.png)
+
+Start filling out waypoints and airways, pressing `NEXT PAGE` as needed.
+
+:::info
+If your route is fairly long, you are almost certainly going to encounter the `WPT SELECT` page when inputting waypoints. In some cases, there are multiple waypoints with the same name, and you need to tell the CDU which one in particular you want. You should cross-check the coordinates with your OFP, however in this case the first option is the correct one.
+
+![WPT Select Page](../assets/bg/select-desired-wpt.png)
+:::
+
+Once you are done filling out the flight plan, activate it by pressing `LSK 6R`.
+
+![Activate](../assets/bg/activate.png)
+
+Then, execute by pressing the `EXEC` button with the green light.
+
+![Execute](../assets/bg/execute.png)
+
+You have now successfully set up your flight plan!
+
+### PERF INIT Page
+
+Press `LSK 6R` to display the `PERF INIT` page.
+
+![PERF INIT](../assets/bg/perf-init.png)
+
+Populate the `CRZ ALT`, `COST INDEX` and `RESERVES` fields with the appropriate values. You can calculate the reserve fuel by adding the `ALTN` and `FINRES` fuel values from your OFP.
+
+It is also possible to use SimBrief uplink by pressing `LSK 5L` (`SEND`).
+
+### THRUST LIM Page
+
+Press `LSK 6R` to display the `THRUST LIM` page.
+
+![THRUST LIM](../assets/bg/thrust-lim.png)
+
+We will be selecting the `TO 1` and `CLB 1` options, which will derate the engine thrust.
+
+:::note
+This feature is currently not functional in the 74S and the thrust limit will always be set to 85% regardless of the option selected.
+:::
+
+### DEP/ARR Page
+
+Press the `DEP ARR` button to display the `DEP/ARR` page.
+
+![dep arr](../assets/bg/dep-arr.png)
+
+![departures](../assets/bg/departures.png)
+
+Select the appropriate runway and departure. If you are following our route, this will be runway `19R` and `ATLAP7D`. Once you have selected the runway and departure, press the `EXEC` button.
+
+In order to now select the arrival, you must press `LSK 6L` to display the `DEP/ARR INDEX` page.
+
+![DEP/ARR INDEX](../assets/bg/dep-arr-index.png)
+
+Select `ARR` and follow the same procedure as with the departure.
+
+## Checking for abnormalities
+
+Now that your route has been inserted, it is a good idea to check for any abnormalities. Press the `LEGS` button to display the `LEGS` page.
+
+On the EFIS control panel, turn the map mode to `PLN` mode, and turn up the range to a reasonable amount. This will allow you to step through the legs to preview the route.
+
+![efis control panel](../assets/bg/plan-mode.png)
+
+You can now press `LSK 6R` to step through the legs and see the route on the ND (Navigation Display).
+
+![legs step](../assets/bg/legs-step.png)
+
+![ND plan](../assets/bg/nd-plan.png)
+
+:::info
+Discontinuities and vectors are normal and should not be blindly removed.
+:::