2-7 Flashcards
1
Q
what is the purpose of an enroute descent
A
to transition from an enroute altitude to a final approach without having to fly an entire instrument approach
2
Q
what are two methods of beginning an enroute descent
A
ATC directed and pilot requested (discretion)
3
Q
you have been given a pilots discretion descent by ATC. must you descent right away? can you level off during the descent if needed?
A
No, you do not have to descent right away. Yes you can level off
4
Q
which statement is true regarding the 60 to 1 rule
A
1 pitch change equals 100 feet altitude change over 1 nm
5
Q
what pitch change from level flight is required to descend 10,000 feet in 20 nm
A
5 degrees
6
Q
where can you find a description of the EADI method of determining a descent gradient
A
AETCMAN 11-248
