Auto Flight/Navigation (Pre-Flight)

Question 1

Initial FMA modes after power-up and preflight inspections

Answer 1

• A/T: blank

• Roll: blank (unless LNAV armed at gate)

• Pitch: blank

• AFDS: FD

Question 2

Two ways to disengage the autothrottle

Answer 2

• Move A/T Arm switch OFF (MCP)

• Push either A/T Disengage switch

Question 3

Function of VNAV

Answer 3

Controls path and speed to meet waypoint restrictions

Question 4

How to enter a waypoint crossing restriction

Answer 4

On LEGS page, enter in waypoint line using right-side CDU keys

Question 5

When is full IRU alignment required?

Answer 5

• All non-surveillance airspace

• First flight of the day

Question 6

Difference between large and small font on MCDU

Answer 6

• Large font = entered restriction

• Small font = predicted value (not a restriction)

Question 7

Definition of Derated Takeoff Thrust (Fixed Derate)

Answer 7

Certified thrust lower than full rated; selected via fixed derate level in FMS

Question 8

Definition of Assumed Temperature Method

Answer 8

Select assumed temp higher than actual to reduce thrust

Question 9

FMA thrust mode when A/T switch is moved to ARM

Answer 9

ARM