Section 2: Autoflight Learning Objectives Flashcards
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AUTO_005 V2 22_30.20
Recall what modes are engaged when FDs are initially turned on in flight (assuming the AP is OFF).
FDs engage in the _____ and ____ modes.
A
AUTO_005 V2 22_30.20
Recall what modes are engaged when FDs are initially turned on in flight (assuming the AP is OFF).
FDs engage in the HDG and V/S modes.
V2 22_30.20
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AUTO_015 FCTM 1.10
Recall the scenario in which it is desirable or acceptable to have only one FD engaged.
A
AUTO_015 FCTM 1.10
Recall the scenario in which it is desirable or acceptable to have only one FD engaged.
There is no scenario in which it is desirable or acceptable to have only one FD engaged.
FCTM 1.10
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AUTO_020 FCTM 1.10
Recall what should be done with the FDs if they are not to be followed.
A
AUTO_020 FCTM 1.10
Recall what should be done with the FDs if they are not to be followed.
If the flight director commands are not to be followed, both flight directors should be turned off.
FCTM 1.10
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AUTO_025 FCTM 1.10
Recall the autothrust mode when both FDs and the AP are selected off.
A
AUTO_025 FCTM 1.10
Recall the autothrust mode when both FDs and the AP are selected off.
Speed mode (green SPEED or MACH indicated in column 1 of the FMA).
FCTM 1.10
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AUTO_030 FCTM 1.10
Recall the recommended method for disconnecting the autothrust.
A
AUTO_030 FCTM 1.10
Recall the recommended method for disconnecting the autothrust.
Match the thrust levers to the actual thrust value (use the TLA “donuts”) then press either red instinctive disconnect push button on the thrust levers.
FCTM 1.10
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AUTO_035. V2 22_40.10
Recall what is displayed in FMA column 3 when the FCU HDG/TRK knob is pulled during flight.
A
AUTO_035. V2 22_40.10
Recall what is displayed in FMA column 3 when the FCU HDG/TRK knob is pulled during flight.
HDG in green (TRK in green if TRK/FPA mode is selected on FCU).
V2 22_40.10
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AUTO_040 V2 22_40.10
Recall what is displayed in FMA column 3 when the FCU HDG/TRK knob is pushed during flight.
If the aircraft is on the FMS flight plan course, column 3 will indicate _____ in green.
If the aircraft is on a heading that will intercept the flight plan course, column 3 will indicate ___ (color) with ____ _____ (color).
A
AUTO_040 V2 22_40.10
Recall what is displayed in FMA column 3 when the FCU HDG/TRK knob is pushed during flight.
If the aircraft is on the FMS flight plan course, column 3 will indicate NAV in green.
If the aircraft is on a heading that will intercept the flight plan course, column 3 will indicate HDG (green) with NAV armed (blue).
V2 22_40.10
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AUTO_045 V2 22_30.40
Recall the difference between a blue and magenta target airspeed symbol (triangle) on the airspeed tape.
Blue triangle: ______ ________
Magenta triangle: ______ _______
A
AUTO_045 V2 22_30.40
Recall the difference between a blue and magenta target airspeed symbol (triangle) on the airspeed tape.
Blue triangle: Selected Speed
Magenta triangle: Managed Speed
V2 22_30.40
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AUTO_050 V2 22_30.20
Recall the normal FMA indications in column 5 after the preflight is complete.
______ if both FDs are ON and both ______ are functioning.
A
AUTO_050 V2 22_30.20
Recall the normal FMA indications in column 5 after the preflight is complete.
1FD2 if both FDs are ON and both FMGCs are functioning.
V2 22_30.20
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AUTO_055 V2 22_10.40
Recall the basic color conventions used in the MCDU regarding pilot data entry.
_____: Data that is modifiable by the pilot
_____: Data that is not modifiable by the pilot
_____: Data that must be entered by the pilot
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AUTO_055 V2 22_10.40
Recall the basic color conventions used in the MCDU regarding pilot data entry.
Blue: Data that is modifiable by the pilot
Green: Data that is not modifiable by the pilot
Amber: Data that must be entered by the pilot
V2 22_10.40
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AUTO_060 VOL 1 NP.3.4
Recall the value to be manually entered in the FINAL field on the INIT page B.
The _______ fuel value from the FLIGHT PLAN ______ block of the flight paperwork.
A
AUTO_060 VOL 1 NP.3.4
Recall the value to be manually entered in the FINAL field on the INIT page B.
The RESERVE fuel value from the FLIGHT PLAN FUEL block of the flight paperwork.
VOL 1 NP.3.4
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AUTO_065 VOL 1 NP.3.4
Recall the value to be manually entered in the ALTN field on the INIT page B.
The _______ fuel value from the FLIGHT PLAN _____ ______ of the flight paperwork.
If ____ ______ are specified, the value from the most ______ alternate.
A
AUTO_065 VOL 1 NP.3.4
Recall the value to be manually entered in the ALTN field on the INIT page B.
The ALTN fuel value from the FLIGHT PLAN FUEL block of the flight paperwork.
If two alternates are specified, the value from the most distant alternate.
VOL 1 NP.3.4
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AUTO_070 FCTM 3.1
Recall whether CLB or ALT should be armed in column 2 of the FMA before takeoff.
A
AUTO_070 FCTM 3.1
Recall whether CLB or ALT should be armed in column 2 of the FMA before takeoff.
CLB
FCTM 3.1
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AUTO_075 V2 22_30.100
Recall what is displayed in column 3 of the FMA before takeoff.
With no heading preselected, ___ is armed (color). With a heading preselected, column 3 is ______.
A
AUTO_075 V2 22_30.100
Recall what is displayed in column 3 of the FMA before takeoff.
With no heading preselected, NAV is armed (blue). With a heading preselected, column 3 is blank.
V2 22_30.100
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AUTO_090 V2 31.40
Recall which V-speeds are visible on the PFD during taxi out.
V__ (_____) and
V___ (______).
A
AUTO_090 V2 31.40
Recall which V-speeds are visible on the PFD during taxi out.
V1 (blue) and
V2 (magenta).
V2 31.40
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AUTO_100 V2 22_30.90
Recall the FMA column 1 indications during takeoff when the thrust levers are placed in the CL, FLX/MCT, or TOGA detents:
CL detent: Column 1 is _____ and an ____ ___ _____ NOT SET ECAM message appears
FLX/MCT detent:
o MAN FLX ___\_ assuming a ____ ____ is entered on the ____ ____ ____ page.
o With no ___ _____ entered, Column 1 is _____ and an ____ ___ _____ NOT SET ECAM message appears.
• TOGA detent: _____ ______.
A
AUTO_100 V2 22_30.90
Recall the FMA column 1 indications during takeoff when the thrust levers are placed in the CL, FLX/MCT, or TOGA detents:
CL detent: Column 1 is blank and an ENG THR LEVERS NOT SET ECAM message appears
FLX/MCT detent:
o MAN FLX (Temp)assuming a FLEX TEMP is entered on the PERF TAKE OFF page.
o With no FLEX TEMP entered, Column 1 is blank and an ENG THR LEVERS NOT SET ECAM message appears.
• TOGA detent: MAN TOGA.
V2 22_30.90
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AUTO_105 V2 22_30.100 FCTM 3.1
Takeoff & Initial Climb
Recall the FMA column 5 indication when the thrust levers are placed in FLX/MCT or TOGA.
_/___ (_____)
A
AUTO_105 V2 22_30.100 FCTM 3.1
Takeoff & Initial Climb
Recall the FMA column 5 indication when the thrust levers are placed in FLX/MCT or TOGA.
A/THR (blue)
V2 22_30.100 FCTM 3.1
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AUTO_110 V2 22_20.20
Recall the actions required to tune the localizer signal for takeoff.
A
AUTO_110 V2 22_20.20
Recall the actions required to tune the localizer signal for takeoff.
None. Tuning is automatic when the takeoff runway has an associated ILS.
V2 22_20.20
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AUTO_115 V2 22_30.80
Recall the indications in FMA column 3 after FLX/MCT or TOGA is selected during takeoff.
If there is no localizer signal, column 3 is ______.
If there is a localizer signal, ____ (color) appears.
A
AUTO_115 V2 22_30.80
Recall the indications in FMA column 3 after FLX/MCT or TOGA is selected during takeoff.
If there is no localizer signal, column 3 is blank.
If there is a localizer signal, RWY (green) appears.
V2 22_30.80
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AUTO_120 V2 22_30.10
Recall the altitude at which the NAV mode becomes active after takeoff without a pre- selected heading.
A
AUTO_120 V2 22_30.10
Recall the altitude at which the NAV mode becomes active after takeoff without a pre- selected heading.
30’
V2 22_30.10
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AUTO_125 V2 22_30.10 V2 22_30.60
Recall the initial lateral mode the aircraft will fly after a takeoff with a preselected heading and the action necessary to provide FD heading guidance at 400’.
___ _____ (the aircraft track at the time of engagement - 30 ft).
Pull the ___/_____ knob.
A
AUTO_125 V2 22_30.10 V2 22_30.60
Recall the initial lateral mode the aircraft will fly after a takeoff with a preselected heading and the action necessary to provide FD heading guidance at 400’.
RWY TRK (the aircraft track at the time of engagement - 30 ft).
Pull the HDG/TRK knob.
V2 22_30.10 V2 22_30.60
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AUTO_135 FCTM 3.1 V2 22_30.80
Recall the speed the aircraft will fly in SRS mode during takeoff, assuming both engines are operating.
V_+__
A
AUTO_135 FCTM 3.1 V2 22_30.80
Recall the speed the aircraft will fly in SRS mode during takeoff, assuming both engines are operating.
V2+10
FCTM 3.1 V2 22_30.80
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AUTO_145 V1 NP.3.4
Recall how the thrust reduction (THR RED) and acceleration (ACC) altitudes are inserted into the PERF TAKE OFF page.
They are uplinked via the _____ process.
______ entry may be required to comply with Company Page (10-7) information.
A
AUTO_145 V1 NP.3.4
Recall how the thrust reduction (THR RED) and acceleration (ACC) altitudes are inserted into the PERF TAKE OFF page.
They are uplinked via the TDU process.
Manual entry may be required to comply with Company Page (10-7) information.
V1 NP.3.4
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AUTO_150 V2 22_30.80
Takeoff & Initial Climb:
Recall when the SRS (Speed Reference System) vertical mode automatically disengages and what vertical mode replaces SRS.
SRS disengages:
- SRS automatically disengages at _____ _____ and reverts to ____ (or __ ___ if in HDG).
- If the flight crew engages another ______ mode.
A
AUTO_150 V2 22_30.80
Takeoff & Initial Climb:
Recall when the SRS (Speed Reference System) vertical mode automatically disengages and what vertical mode replaces SRS.
SRS disengages:
- SRS automatically disengages at acceleration altitude and reverts to CLB (or OP CLB if in HDG).
- If the flight crew engages another vertical mode.
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AUTO\_155 FCTM 3.10
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2, 3, and 5 indications during takeoff and initial climb assuming an NADP2 departure, TOGA thrust, and NAV armed.
When thrust levers placed in the **\_\_\_\_\_\_ detent**:
AUTO\_155 FCTM 3.10
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2, 3, and 5 indications during takeoff and initial climb assuming an NADP2 departure, TOGA thrust, and NAV armed.
When thrust levers placed in the **TOGA detent**:
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AUTO\_155 FCTM 3.10
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2, 3, and 5 indications during takeoff and initial climb assuming an NADP2 departure, TOGA thrust, and NAV armed.
**At 30’ RA**
AUTO\_155 FCTM 3.10
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2, 3, and 5 indications during takeoff and initial climb assuming an NADP2 departure, TOGA thrust, and NAV armed.
**At 30’ RA**
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AUTO\_155 FCTM 3.10
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2, 3, and 5 indications during takeoff and initial climb assuming an NADP2 departure, TOGA thrust, and NAV armed.
**At Thrust Reduction Altitude and Acceleration Altitude (1000’):**
AUTO\_155 FCTM 3.10
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2, 3, and 5 indications during takeoff and initial climb assuming an NADP2 departure, TOGA thrust, and NAV armed.
**At Thrust Reduction Altitude and Acceleration Altitude (1000’):**
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AUTO\_155 FCTM 3.10
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2, 3, and 5 indications during takeoff and initial climb assuming an NADP2 departure, TOGA thrust, and NAV armed.
**After Thrust Reduction (T/Ls placed into CL detent)**:
AUTO\_155 FCTM 3.10
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2, 3, and 5 indications during takeoff and initial climb assuming an NADP2 departure, TOGA thrust, and NAV armed.
**After Thrust Reduction (T/Ls placed into CL detent)**:
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AUTO\_ 165 FCTM 4.1
(Climb)
Recall the **normal target airspeed** after passing the acceleration altitude and until passing 10,000’ MSL (assuming no speed constraints in the F-PLN).
The FMS targets the **\_\_\_\_\_ ______ \_\_\_\_** stored in the navigation database for the departure airport (normally **\_\_\_\_\_ knots at or below 10,000** feet MSL).
AUTO\_ 165 FCTM 4.1
(Climb)
Recall the **normal target airspeed** after passing the acceleration altitude and until passing 10,000’ MSL (assuming no speed constraints in the F-PLN).
The FMS targets the **transition speed limit** stored in the navigation database for the departure airport (normally **250 knots at or below 10,000** feet MSL).
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_170 FCTM 4.1
Recall how to enter a **pre-selected climb speed.**
A pre-selected speed may be entered on the
**\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_** page prior to entering the **\_\_\_\_** phase.
It has the same effect as selecting a speed on the ____ after passing the acceleration altitude.
AUTO\_170 FCTM 4.1
Recall how to enter a **pre-selected climb speed.**
A pre-selected speed may be entered on the **PERF CLB** page prior to entering the **climb** phase.
It has the same effect as selecting a speed on the **FCU** after passing the acceleration altitude.
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_175 FCTM 4.1
Recall the suggested method of **increasing** the **rate of climb** during an **Open Climb** or **Managed Climb**.
Selecting a **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** speed on the FCU.
AUTO\_175 FCTM 4.1
Recall the suggested method of **increasing** the **rate of climb** during an **Open Climb** or **Managed Climb**.
Selecting a **slower** speed on the FCU.
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_180 V2 31.40
Recall the appropriate action if ATC temporarily assigns a specific speed during the climb and the action required when ATC states **“resume normal speed” after a temporary speed assignment.**
1. Select the assigned speed in the SPD/MACH window and then **\_\_\_\_** the SPD/MACH knob.
OR
2. **\_\_\_\_\_\_** the SPD/MACH knob to resume the normal ECON climb speed.
AUTO\_180 V2 31.40
Recall the appropriate action if ATC temporarily assigns a specific speed during the climb and the action required when ATC states **“resume normal speed” after a temporary speed assignment.**
1. Select the assigned speed in the SPD/MACH window and then **pull** the SPD/MACH knob.
OR
2. **Push** the SPD/MACH knob to resume the normal ECON climb speed.
V2 31.40
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AUTO\_185 FCTM 4.1
Recall what speed to use to achieve the maximum angle of climb.
**Green dot** equates to the **\_\_\_\_\_ ____ of \_\_\_\_\_.**
Either **select ____ \_\_\_\_ in the FCU** OR
push the **\_\_\_\_\_\_** pb.
AUTO\_185 FCTM 4.1
Recall what speed to use to achieve the maximum angle of climb.
**Green dot** equates to the **maximum angle of climb.**
Either **select green dot in the FCU** or
push the **EXPED** pb.
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_190 V2 22\_30.100 FCTM 4.1
Recall the FMA column 1 and 2 indications when the EXPED pb is pushed during a climb.
Columns 1 and 2 will indicate **\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_** and
**\_\_\_ ____ ,** respectively.
AUTO\_190 V2 22\_30.100 FCTM 4.1
Recall the FMA column 1 and 2 indications when the EXPED pb is pushed during a climb.
Columns 1 and 2 will indicate **THR CLB** and **EXP CLB,** respectively.
V2 22\_30.100 FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_195 FCTM 4.1
Recall the maximum recommended altitude for the EXP CLB mode.
AUTO\_195 FCTM 4.1
Recall the maximum recommended altitude for the **EXP CLB** mode.
**FL250**
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_200 FCTM 4.1
Recall the recommended **climb mode**, and the FMA **column 2** indication of that mode, when a departure procedure includes altitude constraints.
**\_\_\_\_\_\_** Climb, indicated by **\_\_\_\_ in (color)**.
AUTO\_200 FCTM 4.1
Recall the recommended **climb mode**, and the FMA **column 2** indication of that mode, when a departure procedure includes altitude constraints.
**Managed** Climb, indicated by **CLB in green**.
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_205 FCTM 4.1
Recall which **vertical mode** should be used, and what altitude should be set in the FCU, when cleared to **climb-via a SID** with altitude constraints:
**\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_** should be used, and the **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** cleared altitude should be set in the FCU.
AUTO\_205 FCTM 4.1
Recall which **vertical mode** should be used, and what altitude should be set in the FCU, when cleared to **climb-via a SID** with altitude constraints.
**Managed Climb** should be used, and the **highest** cleared altitude should be set in the FCU.
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_210 FCTM 4.1
Recall what **lateral mode must be active** for a Managed Climb to be engaged, and the resulting climb mode if **assigned a heading** while performing a Managed Climb on a SID:
**\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_** (green **\_\_\_\_** in FMA column **\_**).
The FMS reverts to **\_\_ \_\_\_** when the lateral mode is changed to **HDG** (e.g., ATC assigns a heading for spacing).
AUTO\_210 FCTM 4.1
Recall what **lateral mode must be active** for a Managed Climb to be engaged, and the resulting climb mode if **assigned a heading** while performing a Managed Climb on a SID.
**Managed Nav** (green **NAV** in FMA column **3**).
The FMS reverts to **OP CLB** when the lateral mode is changed to HDG (e.g., ATC assigns a heading for spacing).
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_215 FCTM 4.1
Recall the **thrust setting** used by the autothrust system and the **column 1** indication in the FMA when a **Managed Climb** is engaged:
**\_\_\_\_\_\_\_; ___ \_\_\_\_**
AUTO\_215 FCTM 4.1
Recall the **thrust setting** used by the autothrust system and the **column 1** indication in the FMA when a **Managed Climb** is engaged:
**Climb thrust; THR CLB**
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_220 V2 22\_20.30
Recall how to enter an AT, AT OR BELOW, or AT OR ABOVE altitude climb constraint at a waypoint directly on the F-PLN page.
**AT:**
**AT OR BELOW:**
**AT OR ABOVE:**
AUTO\_220 V2 22\_20.30
Recall how to enter an AT, AT OR BELOW, or AT OR ABOVE altitude climb constraint at a waypoint directly on the F-PLN page.
**AT:** Enter /\_\_\_\_ (altitude or flight level) into the scratchpad and then the appropriate R LSK. /250
**AT OR BELOW:** Enter /-\_\_\_ (altitude or flight level) into the scratchpad and then the appropriate R LSK.
/-250
**AT OR ABOVE:** Enter /+\_\_\_\_ (altitude or flight level) into the scratchpad and then the appropriate R LSK.
/+250
V2 22\_20.30
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AUTO\_225 V2 22\_20.30
Recall how to enter a speed constraint at a waypoint directly on the F-PLN page:
AUTO\_225 V2 22\_20.30
Recall how to enter a speed constraint at a waypoint directly on the F-PLN page.
Enter the speed (ex. 180) into the scratchpad and insert at the appropriate R LSK.
V2 22\_20.30
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AUTO\_235 V2 22\_20.40
Recall the **indications if the FMS** predicts that an AT or AT OR ABOVE climb constraint **can and cannot** be met during a Managed Climb:
**Can be met:** **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ circle** around the waypoint symbol on the ___ and an
**\_\_\_\_\_\_ asterisk** next to the altitude constraint in the \_\_\_\_\_\_.
**Cannot be met:** **\_\_\_\_\_\_** circle around the waypoint symbol on the **\_\_\_** and an
**\_\_\_\_\_** asterisk next to the altitude constraint in the \_\_\_\_\_\_.
AUTO\_235 V2 22\_20.40
Recall the **indications if the FMS** predicts that an AT or AT OR ABOVE climb constraint **can and cannot** be met during a Managed Climb.
**Can be met:** **Magenta circle** around the waypoint symbol on the **ND** and an**magenta asterisk** next to the altitude constraint in the **MCDU**.
**Cannot be met:** **Amber** circle around the waypoint symbol on the **ND** and an**amber** asterisk next to the altitude constraint in the **MCDU**.
V2 22\_20.40
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AUTO\_240 FCTM 4.1
Recall the suggested pilot action if the FMS predicts that an AT or AT OR ABOVE constraint will not be met during a Managed Climb.
Increase the rate of climb by selecting a **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** speed.
AUTO\_240 FCTM 4.1
Recall the suggested pilot action if the FMS predicts that an AT or AT OR ABOVE constraint will not be met during a Managed Climb.
Increase the rate of climb by selecting a **slower** speed.
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_245 FCTM 4.1
Recall the indications in column 2 of the FMA if the aircraft must temporarily level-off in order to satisfy an AT or AT OR BELOW constraint during a Managed Climb:
AUTO\_245 FCTM 4.1
Recall the indications in column 2 of the FMA if the aircraft must temporarily level-off in order to satisfy an AT or AT OR BELOW constraint during a Managed Climb.
**Magenta ALT**
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_260
Recall if altitude constraints are honored in an OP CLB.
They are **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**, as indicated by a **\_\_\_\_\_\_ circle** around the waypoint.
AUTO\_260 V2 22\_30.100
Recall if altitude constraints are honored in an OP CLB.
They are **ignored**, as indicated by a **white circle** around the waypoint.
V2 22\_30.100
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AUTO\_265 V2 22\_10.40
Recall what occurs if the V/S or FPA knob is pushed during a climb.
The autoflight system commands an ______ \_\_\_\_\_-\_\_\_\_
AUTO\_265 V2 22\_10.40
Recall what occurs if the V/S or FPA knob is pushed during a climb.
The autoflight system commands an **immediate level-off.**
V2 22\_10.40
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AUTO\_275 FCTM 4.1
Recall what occurs if an excessive V/S is selected during a climb.
AUTO\_275 FCTM 4.1
Recall what occurs if an excessive V/S is selected during a climb.
Airspeed **decreases below** the target airspeed in an attempt to achieve the selected V/S.
FCTM 4.1
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AUTO\_280 V2 22\_3
Recall the effect of changing the FCU altitude while ALT\* is active in FMA column 2.
The vertical mode reverts to the current **\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.**
AUTO\_280 V2 22\_3
Recall the effect of changing the FCU altitude while ALT\* is active in FMA column 2.
The vertical mode reverts to the current **vertical speed.**
V2 22\_3
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AUTO\_285 V2 22\_20.50
(Cruise)
Recall the significance of the three altitudes on the FMS PROG page.
**CRZ (blue):**CRZ Flight level inserted on **\_\_\_\_** Pge **\_** or directly on **\_\_\_\_\_** page. This field shows **\_\_\_\_\_** when the descent or approach phase is active.
**OPT:** Optimum flight level based on current **\_\_\_\_\_**, **\_\_\_\_** index, **\_\_\_\_\_\_** and **\_\_\_\_\_**.
**REC MAX:** Recommended Max Altitude based on current **\_\_\_\_\_** and **\_\_\_\_\_**, assuming anti-ice is off, and provides a **0.\_ g** buffet margin.
AUTO\_285 V2 22\_20.50
(Cruise)
Recall the significance of the three altitudes on the FMS PROG page.
**CRZ (blue):** CRZ Flight level inserted on **INIT** Page **A** or directly on **PROG** page. This field shows **dashes** when the descent or approach phase is active.
**OPT:** Optimum flight level based on current **weight**, **cost** index, **temperature** and **wind**.
**REC MAX:** Recommended Max Altitude based on current **weight** and **temperature**, assuming anti-ice is off, and provides a **0.3g** buffet margin.
V2 22\_20.50
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AUTO\_290 V22\_20.30
(Cruise)
Recall the effect of entering a down path waypoint into the F-PLN using the scratchpad and LSKs.
This automatically **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** the flight plan, **\_\_\_\_\_\_** intermediate waypoints that are now **\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_** part of the route.
AUTO\_290 V22\_20.30
(Cruise)
Recall the effect of entering a down path waypoint into the F-PLN using the scratchpad and LSKs.
This automatically **sequences** the flight plan, **eliminating** intermediate waypoints that are now **no longer** part of the route.
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AUTO\_295 V2 22\_20.30
Recall the effect of entering a NEW DEST after an upcoming waypoint.
Subsequent F-PLN waypoints are **\_\_\_\_\_\_** and the new DEST airport appears immediately after the waypoint.
AUTO\_295 V2 22\_20.30
Recall the effect of entering a NEW DEST after an upcoming waypoint.
Subsequent F-PLN waypoints are **deleted** and the new DEST airport appears immediately after the waypoint.
V2 22\_20.30
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AUTO\_300 OE.2
(Cruise)
Recall what approach transitions (VIAs) are available when a STAR is inserted into the F- PLN.
Only those approach transitions (VIAs) that are **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** with the inserted STAR
AUTO\_300 OE.2
(Cruise)
Recall what approach transitions (VIAs) are available when a STAR is inserted into the F- PLN.
Only those approach transitions (VIAs) that are **compatible** with the inserted STAR
OE.2
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AUTO\_305 OE.2
Recall how to make additional approach transitions (VIAs) available after a STAR has been inserted into the F-PLN.
**Insert _____ \_\_\_\_\_\_**
AUTO\_305 OE.2
Recall how to make additional approach transitions (VIAs) available after a STAR has been inserted into the F-PLN.
**Insert NO STAR**
OE.2
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AUTO\_315 V2 22\_30.70
Recall the difference between an Idle-Path and Geometric-Path descent profile.
An idle-path descent is a planned descent profile assuming **\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_**.
A geometric path descent profile assumes a **\_\_\_\_ line** descent from one waypoint to the next.
AUTO\_315 V2 22\_30.70
Recall the difference between an Idle-Path and Geometric-Path descent profile.
An idle-path descent is a planned descent profile assuming **idle thrus**t.
A geometric path descent profile assumes a **straight line** descent from one waypoint to the next.
V2 22\_30.70
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AUTO\_325 FCTM 4.3
(Descent)
Recall what to do when a Mach-to-IAS transition speed is published on a STAR.
**\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** enter the required speed using the **MACH/IAS** format into the **PERF \_\_\_\_\_** page prior to **\_\_\_\_\_**.
AUTO\_325 FCTM 4.3
(Descent)
Recall what to do when a Mach-to-IAS transition speed is published on a STAR.
**Manually** enter the required speed using the **MACH/IAS** format into the **PERF DES** page prior to **TOD**.
FCTM 4.3
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AUTO\_330 FCTM 4.3
Recall which altitude constraints are not automatically inserted when a STAR is loaded in the F-PLN.
AUTO\_330 FCTM 4.3
Recall which altitude constraints are not automatically inserted when a STAR is loaded in the F-PLN.
**“Expect”** constraints
FCTM 4.3
57
AUTO\_335 V2 22\_20.30
Recall how to enter an AT, AT OR BELOW, or AT OR ABOVE altitude descent constraint at a waypoint directly on the F-PLN page.
**AT:**
**AT OR BELOW:**
**AT OR ABOVE:**
AUTO\_335 V2 22\_20.30
Recall how to enter an AT, AT OR BELOW, or AT OR ABOVE altitude descent constraint at a waypoint directly on the F-PLN page.
**AT:** Enter /\_\_\_(altitude or flight level) into the scratchpad and then the appropriate R LSK. /230
**AT OR BELOW:** Enter /-\_\_\_ (altitude or flight level) into the scratchpad and then the appropriate R LSK.
/-230
**AT OR ABOVE:** Enter /+\_\_\_(altitude or flight level) into the scratchpad and then the appropriate R LSK.
/+230
V2 22\_20.30
58
AUTO\_340 V2 22\_20.30
Recall how to enter a descent SPEED constraint at a waypoint directly on the F-PLN page.
AUTO\_340 V2 22\_20.30
Recall how to enter a descent SPEED constraint at a waypoint directly on the F-PLN page.
• Enter **(speed)/** into the scratchpad and then the appropriate R LSK.
V2 22\_20.30
59
AUTO\_345 FCTM 4.3
Recall how the top-of-descent (TOD) is depicted on the ND.
The TOD is displayed on the ND track as a _____ \_\_\_\_\_ arrow
AUTO\_345 FCTM 4.3
Recall how the top-of-descent (TOD) is depicted on the ND.
The TOD is displayed on the ND track as a **white downward arrow.**
FCTM 4.3
60
AUTO\_350 FCTM 4.3
Recall the warning should the top-of-descent (TOD) point be overflown (while in managed speed).
**\_\_\_\_\_\_** message displayed on the **\_\_\_\_\_ and \_\_\_\_\_\_.**
AUTO\_350 FCTM 4.3
Recall the warning should the top-of-descent (TOD) point be overflown (while in managed speed).
**DECELERATE** message displayed on the **MCDU and PFD.**
FCTM 4.3
61
AUTO\_355 FCTM 4.3
Recall what the FCU altitude window should be set to when cleared to descend-via a STAR with altitude constraints.
If the DES mode is maintained as the active vertical mode, the **\_\_\_\_\_ ______ \_\_\_\_\_\_** may be set in the FCU altitude window.
AUTO\_355 FCTM 4.3
Recall what the FCU altitude window should be set to when cleared to descend-via a STAR with altitude constraints.
If the DES mode is maintained as the active vertical mode, the **lowest altitude restriction** may be set in the FCU altitude window.
FCTM 4.3
62
AUTO\_360 FCTM 4.3
Recall whether or not a descent is initiated automatically from cruise flight.
AUTO\_360 FCTM 4.3
Recall whether or not a descent is initiated automatically from cruise flight.
An initial descent will not begin without pilot action (there is no “arming” the descent).
FCTM 4.3
63
AUTO\_365 FCTM 4.3
Recall the recommended descent mode, and the FMA column 2 indication of that mode, when an arrival procedure includes altitude constraints.
AUTO\_365 FCTM 4.3
Recall the recommended descent mode, and the FMA column 2 indication of that mode, when an arrival procedure includes altitude constraints.
**Managed Descent**, indicated by **DES in green**.
FCTM 4.3
64
AUTO\_370 FCTM 4.3
Recall the expected descent behavior when a Managed Descent is initiated before the top-of-descent (TOD).
AUTO\_370 FCTM 4.3
Recall the expected descent behavior when a Managed Descent is initiated before the top-of-descent (TOD).
If DES is engaged before the top of descent point, the FMS will command a gentle initial descent of **1,000** feet/min (in some case**s *500*** feet/min).
This descent rate will continue until intercepting the planned profile or reaching the altitude selected on the FCU.
FCTM 4.3
65
AUTO\_375 FCTM 4.3
Recall what lateral mode must be active for a Managed Descent.
AUTO\_375 FCTM 4.3
Recall what lateral mode must be active for a Managed Descent.
NAV or LOC
FCTM 4.3
66
AUTO\_380 FCTM 4.3
Recall the column 2 FMA indication of a Managed Descent.
AUTO\_380 FCTM 4.3
Recall the column 2 FMA indication of a Managed Descent.
**DES in green**
FCTM 4.3
67
AUTO\_385 FCTM 4.3
Recall the indication where the descent profile will be intercepted when initiating a Managed Descent early (i.e., before the Top-of-Descent).
The point where the descent profile will be intercepted is displayed on the **ND as a ___ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.**
AUTO\_385 FCTM 4.3
Recall the indication where the descent profile will be intercepted when initiating a Managed Descent early (i.e., before the Top-of-Descent).
The point where the descent profile will be intercepted is displayed on the **ND as a blue lightning bolt.**
FCTM 4.3
68
AUTO\_390 FCTM 4.3
Recall the action required if ATC temporarily assigns a speed during the descent.
1. Select the assigned speed in the **\_\_\_\_\_/\_\_\_\_ and ____ the \_\_\_\_\_/\_\_\_\_ knob,** or
2. Enter the speed in the **\_\_\_\_\_ DES** page.
AUTO\_390 FCTM 4.3
Recall the action required if ATC temporarily assigns a speed during the descent.
1. Select the assigned speed in the **SPD/MACH window and pull the SPD/MACH knob,** or
2. Enter the speed in the **PERF DES** page.
FCTM 4.3
69
AUTO\_395 FCTM
Recall the action required when ATC states **“resume normal speed”** after a temporary speed assignment.
If in selected speed, **push the \_\_\_/\_\_\_\_** knob.
If in Managed Speed, **\_\_\_\_\_ the inserted speed** on the PERF DES page.
AUTO\_395 FCTM
Recall the action required when ATC states **“resume normal speed”** after a temporary speed assignment.
If in selected speed, **push the SPD/MACH** knob.
If in Managed Speed, **clear the inserted speed** on the PERF DES page.
FCTM
70
AUTO\_400 V2 22\_20.40
Recall the indications if the FMS predicts that an AT or AT OR BELOW descent constraint cannot be met during a Managed Descent.
An **\_\_\_\_\_\_** circle around the constrained waypoint.
Additionally an **\_\_\_\_\_** asterisk next to the inserted constraint.
AUTO\_400 V2 22\_20.40
Recall the indications if the FMS predicts that an AT or AT OR BELOW descent constraint cannot be met during a Managed Descent.
An **amber** circle around the constrained waypoint.
Additionally an **amber** asterisk next to the inserted constraint.
V2 22\_20.40
71
AUTO\_405 V2 22\_20.40
Recall the indications if the FMS predicts that an AT or AT OR BELOW descent constraint **will be met** during a Managed Descent.
A **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** circle around the constrained waypoint. Additionally a **\_\_\_\_\_\_** asterisk next to the inserted constraint.
AUTO\_405 V2 22\_20.40
Recall the indications if the FMS predicts that an AT or AT OR BELOW descent constraint **will be met** during a Managed Descent.
A **magenta** circle around the constrained waypoint. Additionally a **magenta** asterisk next to the inserted constraint.
V2 22\_20.40
72
AUTO\_410 FCTM 4.3
Understand the effect of speedbrakes when descending on the VNAV path.
(speedbrakes **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ aid in increasing the descent rate** while on the VNAV path).
AUTO\_410 FCTM 4.3
Understand the effect of speedbrakes when descending on the VNAV path.
Application of speedbrakes while on the VNAV path will result in the aircraft remaining on the VNAV managed descent path
(speedbrakes **do not aid in increasing the descent rate** while on the VNAV path).
FCTM 4.3
73
AUTO\_415 FCTM 4.1
Recall the resulting descent mode if ATC assigns a heading while performing a Managed Descent on a STAR.
The vertical descent mode reverts to the current **\_\_\_\_** when the lateral mode reverts to **\_\_\_\_**.
AUTO\_415 FCTM 4.1
Recall the resulting descent mode if ATC assigns a heading while performing a Managed Descent on a STAR.
The vertical descent mode reverts to the current **V/S** when the lateral mode reverts to **HDG**.
FCTM 4.1
74
AUTO\_420 FCTM 4.3
Recall the strategy that can be used if cleared direct to a downline waypoint on a STAR and the pilot wishes to retain the descent profile as determined by the intermediate waypoint altitude constraints.
If intermediate waypoints are relevant, (e.g., for terrain awareness, etc.) then **“\_\_\_ ___ ” with ____ \_\_\_\_** may be an appropriate selection as constraints can be **\_\_\_\_\_\_** into these waypoints if required.
AUTO\_420 FCTM 4.3
Recall the strategy that can be used if cleared **direct to a downline waypoint on a STAR and the pilot wishes to retain the descent profile** as determined by the intermediate waypoint altitude constraints.
If intermediate waypoints are relevant, (e.g., for terrain awareness, etc.) then **“DIR TO” with ABEAM PTS** may be an appropriate selection as constraints can be **re-entered** into these waypoints if required.
FCTM 4.3
75
AUTO\_425 FCTM 4.1
Recall the indications in FMA column 2 if the aircraft must **temporarily level-off** in order to satisfy an **AT** or an **AT OR ABOVE** constraint during a Managed Descent.
AUTO\_425 FCTM 4.1
Recall the indications in FMA column 2 if the aircraft must **temporarily level-off** in order to satisfy an **AT** or an **AT OR ABOVE** constraint during a Managed Descent.
**Magenta ALT**
FCTM 4.1
76
AUTO\_430 FCTM 4.3
Recall what occurs after the aircraft passes a waypoint where a temporary level-off was necessary during the descent to satisfy an altitude constraint (assuming the FCU altitude is set to a lower altitude).
After the target altitude constraint is passed, the **\_\_\_\_\_ mode will engage** and the aircraft will **\_\_\_\_\_\_ the descent.**
AUTO\_430 FCTM 4.3
Recall what occurs after the aircraft passes a waypoint where a temporary level-off was necessary during the descent to satisfy an altitude constraint (assuming the FCU altitude is set to a lower altitude).
After the target altitude constraint is passed, the **DES mode will engage** and the aircraft will **continue the descent.**
FCTM 4.3
77
AUTO\_435 FCTM 4.3
Recall some ways to **regenerate a new top-of-descent point of an idle path after leveling off** at an intermediate altitude during the descent.
**\_\_\_ \_\_\_** any waypoint,
**\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_** addition, change, or deletion at the TO waypoint,
**Change** or **reinsertion** of **\_\_\_/\_\_\_\_** on the **PERF DES** page, or
**\_\_\_ ____ (\_\_) change or reinsertion**.
AUTO\_435 FCTM 4.3
Recall some ways to **regenerate a new top-of-descent point of an idle path after leveling off** at an intermediate altitude during the descent.
**DIR TO** any waypoint,
**ALT CSTR** addition, change, or deletion at the TO waypoint,
**Change** or **reinsertion** of **SPD/Mach** on the **PERF DES** page, or
**Cost Index (CI) change or reinsertion**.
FCTM 4.3
78
AUTO\_440 FCTM 4.3
Recall what assumption is made by the **blue lightning bolt (point where aircraft will intercept the path**) if the aircraft has deviated above the descent profile.
**\_\_\_\_\_ speed-brakes are used.**
AUTO\_440 FCTM 4.3
Recall what assumption is made by the blue lightning bolt (point where aircraft will intercept the path) if the aircraft has deviated above the descent profile.
**Half speed-brakes are used.**
FCTM 4.3
79
Recall what the **descent path indicator (“donut”)** represents during the descent and where the pilot can see the relative position to the descent path in numerical form.
The descent path indicator (“donut”) represents the **FMS ____ \_\_\_\_\_\_.**
Vertical deviation information is shown digitally on the **\_\_\_\_\_ page** in the **\_\_\_\_\_\_** field.
AUTO\_445 FCTM 4.3
Recall what the **descent path indicator (“donut”)** represents during the descent and where the pilot can see the relative position to the descent path in numerical form.
The descent path indicator (“donut”) represents the **FMS descent profile.**
Vertical deviation information is shown digitally on the **PROG page** in the **VDEV** field.
FCTM 4.3
80
AUTO\_450 FCTM 4.3
Recall what is indicated by the **blue level-off arrow** while performing a **Managed Descent.**
Where the **\_\_\_\_\_ _______ will reach the altitude selected on the FCU.**
It does not necessarily represent where the aircraft will reach the _____ altitude unless the aircraft is on the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
AUTO\_450 FCTM 4.3
Recall what is indicated by the **blue level-off arrow** while performing a **Managed Descent.**
Where the **descent profile will reach the altitude selected on the FCU.**
It does not necessarily represent where the aircraft will reach the FCU altitude unless the aircraft is on the profile.
FCTM 4.3
81
AUTO\_455 FCTM 4.3
Recall the hazard of descending to an altitude below 10,000’ MSL with a selected speed or greater than 250 knots.
AUTO\_455 FCTM 4.3
Recall the hazard of descending to an altitude below 10,000’ MSL with a selected speed or greater than 250 knots.
The 250 knot speed limit at 10,000’ is **not honored**.
FCTM 4.3
82
AUTO\_460 FCTM 4.3
Recall the basic description of the Open Descent mode and the relationship between an Open Descent and the calculated descent path.
In the Open Descent (OP DES) mode, the FMS uses **\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_** and varies the **\_\_\_\_** to maintain the target **\_\_\_\_\_\_** (selected or managed).
An Open Descent does not follow the **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** descent path (as does Managed Descent).
AUTO\_460 FCTM 4.3
Recall the basic description of the Open Descent mode and the relationship between an Open Descent and the calculated descent path.
In the Open Descent (OP DES) mode, the FMS uses **idle thrust** and varies the **pitch** to maintain the target **airspeed** (selected or managed).
An Open Descent does not follow the **calculated** descent path (as does Managed Descent).
FCTM 4.3
83
AUTO\_465 FCTM 4.3
Recall the **thrust requested** and **vertical mode engaged** when an altitude below the aircraft is put in the altitude window of the FCU and the altitude knob is **pulled.**
AUTO\_465 FCTM 4.3
Recall the **thrust requested** and **vertical mode engaged** when an altitude below the aircraft is put in the altitude window of the FCU and the altitude knob is **pulled.**
Idle thrust (**THR IDLE**) and
Open Descent (**OP DES**).
FCTM 4.3
84
AUTO\_470 FCTM 4.3
Recall the effect on the descent if a lower speed is selected while in an Open Descent.
Selecting a slower airspeed **\_\_\_\_\_\_** the descent and **\_\_\_\_\_\_** the level-off point.
AUTO\_470 FCTM 4.3
Recall the effect on the descent if a lower speed is selected while in an Open Descent.
Selecting a slower airspeed **shallows** the descent and **extends** the level-off point.
FCTM 4.3
85
AUTO\_475 FCTM 4.3
Recall whether the descent path indicator (“donut”) is available during an Open Descent.
The descent path indicator on the PFD **\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_** available during an **Open Descent** if the aircraft's path is within **\_ nm** of the **\_\_\_\_\_\_ descent path**, but references the **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Descent profile**.
AUTO\_475 FCTM 4.3
Recall whether the descent path indicator (“donut”) is available during an Open Descent.
The descent path indicator on the PFD **will be** available during an **Open Descent** if the aircraft's path is within **4 nm** of the **managed descent path**, but references the **Managed Descent profile**.
FCTM 4.3
86
AUTO\_480 FCTM 4.3
Recall how altitude constraints are treated during an Open Descent.
AUTO\_480 FCTM 4.3
Recall how altitude constraints are treated during an Open Descent.
In Open Descent, the FMS constraints **are not honored.**
FCTM 4.3
87
AUTO\_485 FCTM 4.3
Recall the caution with regard to hand-flying during an Open Descent.
The **\_\_\_\_\_\_ _______ pitch guidance** must be followed when hand flying the aircraft.
The **target ________ will not be maintained** if the pitch guidance is not followed.
AUTO\_485 FCTM 4.3
Recall the caution with regard to hand-flying during an Open Descent.
The **flight director pitch guidance** must be followed when hand flying the aircraft.
The **target airspeed will not be maintained** if the pitch guidance is not followed.
FCTM 4.3
88
AUTO\_490 FCTM 4.3
Understand the effect of extending speedbrakes when performing an Open Descent.
In OP DES, extending the speedbrakes will **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** the descent rate.
This will cause the level-off arrow to move **\_\_\_\_\_** to the aircraft on the ND.
AUTO\_490 FCTM 4.3
Understand the effect of extending speedbrakes when performing an Open Descent.
In OP DES, extending the speedbrakes will **increase** the descent rate.
This will cause the level-off arrow to move **closer** to the aircraft on the ND.
FCTM 4.3
89
AUTO\_495 FCTM 4.3
Recall the basic description of the V/S descent mode.
In the Vertical Speed (V/S) descent mode, the FMS commands a **\_\_\_\_\_** to maintain the selected **\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_** and varies the thrust to maintain the target **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**.
AUTO\_495 FCTM 4.3
Recall the basic description of the V/S descent mode.
In the Vertical Speed (V/S) descent mode, the FMS commands a **pitch** to maintain the selected **vertical speed** and varies the thrust to maintain the target **airspeed**.
FCTM 4.3
90
AUTO\_500 FCTM 4.3
Recall how **altitude constraint**s are treated during the **Vertical Speed** descent mode.
AUTO\_500 FCTM 4.3
Recall how altitude constraints are treated during the Vertical Speed descent mode.
In the Vertical Speed mode, FMS altitude and speed constraints are **not honored**.
FCTM 4.3
91
AUTO\_505 V2 22\_30.70
Recall what occurs if the V/S or FPA knob is **pushed** during a descent.
The autoflight system commands an **\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_-\_\_\_\_** by engaging the V/S or FPA mode with a **target of \_\_\_\_\_\_.**
AUTO\_505 V2 22\_30.70
Recall what occurs if the V/S or FPA knob is **pushed** during a descent.
The autoflight system commands an **immediate level-off** by engaging the V/S or FPA mode with a **target of zero.**
V2 22\_30.70
92
AUTO\_510 V2 22\_30.70
Recall the thrust setting used by the autothrust system and the column 1 indication in the FMA when the V/S mode is engaged during a descent.
AUTO\_510 V2 22\_30.70
Recall the thrust setting used by the autothrust system and the column 1 indication in the FMA when the V/S mode is engaged during a descent.
**Variable thrust**: **SPEED (or MACH)**
V2 22\_30.70
93
AUTO\_515 FCTM 4.3
Recall what occurs if an excessive V/S is selected during a descent.
If the selected V/S is too steep to maintain the target airspeed at idle thrust, the **airspeed will ________ until approaching \_\_\_\_\_\_\_**.
At this point the selected **V/S automatically \_\_\_\_\_\_\_** to avoid ________ the limiting speed.
AUTO\_515 FCTM 4.3
Recall what occurs if an excessive V/S is selected during a descent.
If the selected V/S is too steep to maintain the target airspeed at idle thrust, the **airspeed will increase until approaching VMAX**.
At this point the selected **V/S automatically shallows** to avoid **exceeding** the limiting speed.
FCTM 4.3
94
AUTO\_520 V2 22\_30.70
Recall the target speed used for descent when **EXPED pb** is pushed during a descent and whether the 250-knot speed limit at 10,000’ or **constraints are considered** when descending in the EXP DES mode.
Target speed is **\_\_\_\_\_ knots or 0.\_ Mach.**
When the EXP DES mode is active, the system **\_\_\_\_\_\_ speed limits** (250 kts at 10,000’ MSL).
When the EXP DES mode is active, the system **\_\_\_\_\_\_** speed and altitude constraints.
AUTO\_520 V2 22\_30.70
Recall the target speed used for descent when **EXPED pb** is pushed during a descent and whether the 250-knot speed limit at 10,000’ or **constraints are considered** when descending in the EXP DES mode.
Target speed is **340 knots or 0.8 Mach.**
When the EXP DES mode is active, the system **disregards speed limits** (250 kts at 10,000’ MSL).
When the EXP DES mode is active, the system **disregards** speed and altitude constraints.
V2 22\_30.70
95
AUTO\_525 V2 22\_30.70
Recall what thrust setting and **column 1 and 2 FMA indications** are expected when descending in the **EXP DES** mode.
AUTO\_525 V2 22\_30.70
Recall what thrust setting and **column 1 and 2 FMA indications** are expected when descending in the **EXP DES** mode.
• Idle thrust; THR IDLE, EXP DES
V2 22\_30.70
96
AUTO\_530 V2 22\_30.75
Recall the effect of changing the FCU altitude while ALT\* is active in column 2 of the FMA.
AUTO\_530 V2 22\_30.75
Recall the effect of changing the FCU altitude while ALT\* is active in column 2 of the FMA.
The active vertical mode changes to **V/S** with the selected vertical speed being the vertical speed that **existed at the time of the change.**
V2 22\_30.75
97
AUTO\_535 (Approach) FCTM 1.5
Recall what the managed speed target becomes after activating the approach phase.
Once the approach phase is activated, the FMS sets managed speed to the **\_\_\_\_ ____ \_\_\_\_** for the **\_\_\_\_\_\_ flap configuration** (normally FLAPS 3 or FULL), _______ of the current flap setting.
AUTO\_535 (Approach) FCTM 1.5
Recall what the managed speed target becomes after activating the approach phase.
Once the approach phase is activated, the FMS sets managed speed to the **final approach speed** for the **landing flap configuration** (normally FLAPS 3 or FULL), regardless of the current flap setting.
FCTM 1.5
98
AUTO\_540 FCTM 1.5
Recall the lowest speed the autothrust will command after activating the approach phase.
The autothrust will not command a slower speed than the **minimum ______ \_\_\_\_\_\_** for the **\_\_\_\_\_\_** flap setting when in **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** speed.
AUTO\_540 FCTM 1.5
Recall the lowest speed the autothrust will command after activating the approach phase.
The autothrust will not command a slower speed than the **minimum maneuvering speed** for the **existing** flap setting when in **managed** speed.
FCTM 1.5
99
AUTO\_545 V2 APP 31.40
Recall the meanings of the F and S airspeed indications on the speed tape.
**S Speed** is the Minimum _____ Retraction Speed (**green letter \_**), and appears when flap selector is in position **\_**.
**F Speed** is the Minimum ____ Retraction speed **(green letter \_**), and appears when the flap selector is in position **\_ or \_**.
V2 31.40
AUTO\_545 V2 APP 31.40
Recall the meanings of the F and S airspeed indications on the speed tape.
**S Speed** is the Minimum **Slat** Retraction Speed (**green letter S**), and appears when flap selector is in position **1**.
**F Speed** is the Minimum **Flap** Retraction speed **(green letter F**), and appears when the flap selector is in position **2 or 3**.
V2 31.40
100
AUTO\_550 V2 22\_30.90
Recall the purpose of Ground Speed Mini.
Ground Speed Mini ensures the ______ of the aircraft is maintained above a minimum level when **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** conditions vary during the approach.
AUTO\_550 V2 22\_30.90
Recall the purpose of Ground Speed Mini.
Ground Speed Mini ensures the **energy** of the aircraft is maintained above a minimum level when **wind** conditions vary during the approach.
V2 22\_30.90
101
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
During level flight, ATC provides a heading to intercept the localizer.
The PF pushes the LOC pb:
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
During level flight, ATC provides a heading to intercept the localizer. The PF pushes the LOC pb.
102
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
The localizer is intercepted:
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
The localizer is intercepted:
103
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
After intercepting the localizer, ATC provides the ILS approach clearance and the **PF pushes the APPR pb and the second AP**
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
After intercepting the localizer, ATC provides the ILS approach clearance and the **PF pushes the APPR pb and the second AP**
104
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
**The glideslope is intercepted:**
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
The glideslope is intercepted:
105
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
The aircraft passes approximately **400’ RA** during the ILS approach:
AUTO\_555 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 indications on the FMA during an ILS approach.
The aircraft passes approximately **400’ RA** during the ILS approach:
106
AUTO\_560 FCTM 5.2
Recall if the GS mode can be active before the LOC mode is active.
The glideslope **may be \_\_\_\_\_\_\_** before the localizer and may be captured from either **\_\_\_\_ or \_\_\_\_\_\_.**
AUTO\_560 FCTM 5.2
Recall if the GS mode can be active before the LOC mode is active.
The glideslope **may be captured** before the localizer and may be captured from either **above or below.**
FCTM 5.2
107
AUTO\_565 FCTM 5.2
Recall whether the aircraft levels-off when approaching the FCU altitude while descending in the GS mode:
AUTO\_565 FCTM 5.2
Recall whether the aircraft levels-off when approaching the FCU altitude while descending in the GS mode.
The FCU altitude is **ignored** when descending in the GS mode.
FCTM 5.2
108
AUTO\_570 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, and 3 indications on the FMA during an autoland from an ILS approach.
**At 50’ RA:**
AUTO\_570 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, and 3 indications on the FMA during an autoland from an ILS approach.
**At 50’ RA:**
109
AUTO\_570 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, and 3 indications on the FMA during an autoland from an ILS approach.
**At 20’ RA**
AUTO\_570 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, and 3 indications on the FMA during an autoland from an ILS approach.
**At 20’ RA**
110
AUTO\_570 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, and 3 indications on the FMA during an autoland from an ILS approach.
**At touchdown -- thrust levers have been moved to IDLE stop:**
AUTO\_570 APP FCTM 5.2
Recall the columns 1, 2, and 3 indications on the FMA during an autoland from an ILS approach.
**At touchdown -- thrust levers have been moved to IDLE stop:**
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AUTO\_575 APP FCTM 5.3
Recall the column 2 and 3 indications on the FMA during an RNAV approach.
**During level flight, ATC provides “direct to” clearance to a waypoint on the RNAV approach:**
AUTO\_575 APP FCTM 5.3
Recall the column 2 and 3 indications on the FMA during an RNAV approach.
**During level flight, ATC provides “direct to” clearance to a waypoint on the RNAV approach.**
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AUTO\_575 APP FCTM 5.3
Recall the column 2 and 3 indications on the FMA during an RNAV approach.
**When the TO waypoint is the Final Descent Point (FDP) the PF pushes the ______ pb:**
AUTO\_575 APP FCTM 5.3
Recall the column 2 and 3 indications on the FMA during an RNAV approach.
**When the TO waypoint is the Final Descent Point (FDP) the PF pushes the _APPR_ pb:**
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AUTO\_575 APP FCTM 5.3
Recall the column 2 and 3 indications on the FMA during an RNAV approach.
When the V/DEV is within **\_\_\_\_ feet**, FINAL APP will engage and vertical guidance will follow the brick.
AUTO\_575 APP FCTM 5.3
Recall the column 2 and 3 indications on the FMA during an RNAV approach.
When the V/DEV is within **250 feet**, FINAL APP will engage and vertical guidance will follow the brick.
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AUTO\_580 FCTM 5.7
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2 and 3 indications when the thrust levers are set to TOGA on a Go-Around with the flaps/slats extended.
Column 1:
Column 2:
Column 3:
AUTO\_580 FCTM 5.7
Recall the FMA columns 1, 2 and 3 indications when the thrust levers are set to TOGA on a Go-Around with the flaps/slats extended.
Column 1: **MAN TOGA**
Column 2: **SRS active (green) ALT** armed **(blue**) Column 3: **Initially GA TRK**, then **NAV**
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_585 FCTM 5.7
Recall the FMA column 3 indications when the thrust levers are set to TOGA on a Go- Around with the flaps/slats extended, no heading preselected, and no missed approach in the FMS.
AUTO\_585 FCTM 5.7
Recall the FMA column 3 indications when the thrust levers are set to TOGA on a Go- Around with the flaps/slats extended, no heading preselected, and no missed approach in the FMS.
**GA TRK**
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_590 FCTM 5.7
Recall the FMA column 2 indications at Thrust Reduction Altitude on a Go-Around.
**\_\_ \_\_\_** active (green)
**\_\_\_\_** armed (blue)
AUTO\_590 FCTM 5.7
Recall the FMA column 2 indications at Thrust Reduction Altitude on a Go-Around.
**OP CLB** active (green)
**ALT** armed (blue)
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_595 FCTM 5.7
Recall what the lateral and vertical mode will be if Go-Around is initiated with the flaps/slats up.
AUTO\_595 FCTM 5.7
Recall what the lateral and vertical mode will be if Go-Around is initiated with the flaps/slats up.
Current **lateral** and **vertical modes remain engaged.**
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_600 FCTM 5.7
Describe what the flight directors will do if they are OFF and a Go-Around is initiated with the flaps/slats extended.
The flight directors will automatically engage in **\_\_\_\_ and \_\_\_\_** or (**\_\_\_** and **\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_** if FMS missed approach unavailable).
AUTO\_600 FCTM 5.7
Describe what the flight directors will do if they are OFF and a Go-Around is initiated with the flaps/slats extended.
The flight directors will automatically engage in **SRS and NAV** or (**SRS** and **GA TRK** if FMS missed approach unavailable).
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_605 FCTM 5.7
Recall why altitude constraints are not honored during a Go-Around:
At acceleration altitude the vertical mode changes to **\_\_ \_\_\_**.
OP CLB **\_\_\_ ____ \_\_\_\_ altitude constraints.**
AUTO\_605 FCTM 5.7
Recall why altitude constraints are not honored during a Go-Around.
At acceleration altitude the vertical mode changes to **OP CLB**.
OP CLB **does not honor altitude constraints.**
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_610 FCTM 5.7
Describe what happens to the autothrust system if a Go-Around is initiated with the flaps/slats extended while the is autothrust off.
With TOGA selected the autothrust will **\_\_\_\_**
**(\_/\_\_\_** in blue in FMA column **\_**).
AUTO\_610 FCTM 5.7
Describe what happens to the autothrust system if a Go-Around is initiated with the flaps/slats extended while the is autothrust off.
With TOGA selected the autothrust will **arm**
**(A/THR** in blue in FMA column **5**).
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_615 FCTM 5.7
Recall the target speed during a Go-Around with SRS as the active vertical mode:
AUTO\_615 FCTM 5.7
Recall the target speed during a Go-Around with SRS as the active vertical mode.
**VAPP or current speed** whichever is higher.
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_620 FCTM 5.7
Recall the color of the missed approach portion of the flight plan when displayed on the NAV display prior to becoming the active phase.
AUTO\_620 FCTM 5.7
Recall the color of the missed approach portion of the flight plan when displayed on the NAV display prior to becoming the active phase.
**Blue**
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_625 FCTM 5.7
Describe what happens to the flight plan following a missed approach.
**TOGA detent selected (with flaps/slats extended):** The previous approach is automatically **\_\_-\_\_\_\_\_** into the F-PLN after the current missed approach procedure without a VIA (i.e., only the common portion of the approach).
**TOGA detent not selected:**
The flight plan will **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** at the end of the missed approach procedure, and the previous approach will not be **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**.
The pilot must re-enter the **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** as a new **\_\_\_\_\_\_** and re-insert the **\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.**
AUTO\_625 FCTM 5.7
Describe what happens to the flight plan following a missed approach.
**TOGA detent selected (with flaps/slats extended):** The previous approach is automatically **re-inserted** into the F-PLN after the current missed approach procedure without a VIA (i.e., only the common portion of the approach).
**TOGA detent not selected:**
The flight plan will **terminate** at the end of the missed approach procedure, and the previous approach will not be **re-inserted**.
The pilot must re-enter the **destination** as a new **destination** and re-insert the **approach**
FCTM 5.7
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AUTO\_630 FCTM 5.7
Recall the target speed at acceleration altitude on a Go-Around.
AUTO\_630 FCTM 5.7
Recall the target speed at acceleration altitude on a Go-Around.
**Green Dot**
FCTM 5.7
