G1000/Autopilot

Question 1

How do you ensure the GPS/AP will fly the MAP?

Answer 1

By default the GPS will think you have landed and Suspend the approach (SUSP).
1. Select the SUSP softkey
2. Ensure that the MAP has been loaded properly and that you have the appropriate altitude bugged
3. Select NAV and set FLC

*Monitor the AP

Question 2

When will the AP switch from HDG mode to LOC mode on an approach?

Answer 2

1. With the approach armed and when the Localizer comes alive

Question 3

How do you tell the autopilot to fly the approach?

Answer 3

Select the APR softkey and check your AP indicator to ensure that it armed properly

Question 4

What is an importance item to remember when the missed approach procedure requires us to navigate to a secondary VOR?

Answer 4

DON’T for get to set the secondary VOR in NAV2 and select your radial!!

Question 5

When should you activate the approach?

Answer 5

When CLEARED for it!
1. When using an approach in VFR for reference purposes activate when vectored to final (IND)

Question 6

When should you Load the approach?

Answer 6

When…
1. Told to expect the approach
2. When it can be reasonably assumed what approach will be conducted

Question 7

Explain what happens when you LOAD an approach vs what happens when you activate it in the G1000

Answer 7

1. Simply loading the approach will add it to the end of your flight plan
2. Activating the approach with an IAF will make the IAF your active waypoint, Activating with Vectors will make the FAF your active waypoint

**if you are not ready to head towards the IAF or FAF, do not Activate the approach.