AQC Altimeter setting Flashcards
1
Q
what is the before start altimeter setting procedure in the 737?
A
- PFD- set AF QNH and check within 20ft of elevation. then check PFD’s reading within 20ft of each other.
- ISFD- set AF QNH and check within 100ft of elevation
or
- STBY ALT- set AF QNH and check within 300ft of elevation
2
Q
what is the procedure takeoff altimeter setting?
A
- check PFD is still on airfield QNH, check or reset the initial altitude or flight level on the MCP if the clearance has changed (if cleared to a flight level don’t set 1013 until airborne)
- check the ISFD/STBY altimeter is set to airfield QNH
3
Q
what is the climb altimeter setting procedure?
A
- when cleared to FL: on the PFD push or rotate the barometer reference selector to set standard and crosscheck
- when cleared to a FL above MSA: select 1013/STD on the STBY altimeter or ISFD
4
Q
What is the altimeter setting procedure in the cruise?
A
when destination ATIS is received set destination QNH on standby altimeter/ISFD
5
Q
what is the altimeter setting procedure in the descent?
A
when cleared to an altitude set QNH on the PFD and crosscheck. then check/ adjust QNH on the ISFD/STBY altimeter