Autoflight

Question 1

How does the crew confirm that the data contained in the FMGC database is valid?

Answer 1

Check the database validity period on the Aircraft Status page

Question 2

When would a takeoff shift be entered into the PERF TO page?

Answer 2

When departing from a runway intersection

Question 3

If NAV is engaged and the aircraft flies into a flight plan discontinuity, what will occur?

Answer 3

NAV will disengage and the aircraft will revert to HDG/TRK mode

Question 4

Box prompts on the MCDU indicate what?

Answer 4

Box prompts on the MCDU indicate data entry is required for minimum FMGS operation

Question 5

Dashes on the MCDU indicate what?

Answer 5

Dashes on the MCDU indicate data is being calculated by the FMGC

Question 6

If in flight we lost both FMGCs due to internal failure, could we still navigate and complete our flight?

Answer 6

Yes, by using the RMP. Lift the guard and depress the NAV switch and you can dial appropriate
frequencies

Question 7

What is the difference between OPT vs. REC MAX?

Answer 7

OPT is based on present GW, Temperature and Cost Index; best economy based on compromise
between fuel and time savings. REC MAX is based on GW and ISA deviation, provides 1.3g load
protection.

Question 8

In flight with the autopilot engaged, will movement of the pitch trim wheel cause the autopilot to
disengage?

Answer 8

Yes

Question 9

What occurs when the altitude knob on the FCU is pulled?

Answer 9

When the altitude knob on the FCU is pulled OPEN CLIMB or DESCENT engages.

Question 10

What is the function of the LOC pushbutton?

Answer 10

The autopilot and/or flight director is armed to capture the localizer.

Question 11

Once the APPR is armed but not captured, provide an example of what methods may be used to
disarm it?

Answer 11

As long as the aircraft is above 400 feet RA, we can disarm the APPR by:
• Pressing the APPR pushbutton a second time
• Pressing the LOC pushbutton
• Arm NAV by pressing the HDG/TRK knob on the FCU
• Both A/P’s disengage
• Engage G/A mode.

Question 12

If I were hand flying the precision approach without the aid of the FD or AP, would I still push the APPR
pushbutton to arm the approach?

Answer 12

No

Question 13

Name some examples when the autopilot will disengage?

Answer 13

Takeover switch is pressed; the sidestick is moved beyond the load threshold; the other AP is
engaged, except when LOC G/S modes are engaged; the thrust levers are set to TOGA on the
ground; at DA - 50’ with APP engaged on a RNAV; moving THS wheel.

Question 14

When can the second autopilot be engaged?

Answer 14

After selecting APPR during an ILS approach.

Question 15

Do any procedures require the use of the EXPED button?

Answer 15

No

Question 16

What action would the pilot take to use SELECTED SPEED?

Answer 16

Pull the SPD MACH selector.

Question 17

If the pilot desired an immediate level off, what action should be taken?

Answer 17

Push the V/S selector knob

Question 18

Is V/S “0” altitude hold?

Answer 18

No

Question 19

Is altitude alerting automatically inhibited with the autopilot on?

Answer 19

Yes

Question 20

Must the flight director be on for the windshear function of the FAC’s to operate normally?

Answer 20

No, the windshear function of the FAC’s is independent of the flight director on/off switch.

Question 21

What does the APPR pushbutton do?

Answer 21

This arms the FD and/or AP to capture the glideslope and localizer or non-precision approach
guidance