AFCAS Limitations

Question 1

What is the minimum height for AP engagement after take off ?

Answer 1

35 ft

Question 2

What is the minimum height AP for an NPA approach ?

Answer 2

250 ft AGL

Question 3

What is the minimum height for AP use in T/O mode with NO AP BELOW 500 FT message displayed ?

Answer 3

500 ft AGL

Question 4

What is the minimum FMP altitude during NPA ?

Answer 4

MDA (circling approach)

Question 5

What is the minimum height for AP use height with GS/LOC annunciation ?

Answer 5

80 ft

Question 6

What is the minimum height for AP height for cruise mode ?

Answer 6

700 ft AGL

Question 7

What height is “Alert Height” ?

Answer 7

200 ft AGL

Question 8

What is the maximum variation between field elevation vs PFD and Stby ALT

Answer 8

+/- 40 ft PFD
+/- 120ft STBY

Question 9

What is the maximum variation between CAPT vs FO PFD altitude ?

Answer 9

+/- 30 ft

Question 10

What is the maximum variation permitted between the CAPT vs FO ASI when above 250kts ?

Answer 10

+/- 2kts

Question 11

What is the maximum variation permitted between the CAPT vs FO ALT when above FL250 ?

Answer 11

+/- 100ft