Climb

Question 1

When is the spoiler disarmed after take-off?

Answer 1

After the flaps are set to zero.

Question 2

The optimum flight level is a function of which FMC variable?

Answer 2

Cost Index

Question 3

What limits the REC MAX FL shown on the FMS CLB panel?

Answer 3

A buffet margin of .3g although a manual entry will be accepted up to a buffet margin of .2g

Question 4

What is the prefered mode of climb for small altitude changes?

Answer 4

CLB or OP CLB

Question 5

How can the flight crew compute the maximum rate of climb speed?

Answer 5

The flight crew can compute the maximum rate of climb speed as well as the corresponding time and distance required to achieve the selected altitude in the CLB module of the In-Flight Performance application.

Question 6

How does the FMS handle predictions when using selected speed?

Answer 6

When the flight crew uses the selected speed/Mach, the FMS predictions on the ACTIVE/F-PLN page assume a return to the managed speed/Mach at the next climb speed limit or speed constraint where the managed speed becomes greater than the selected speed (e.g. 250 kt /10 000 ft).

Question 7

Where is the information to answer the question “CAN YOU MAKE FL XXX by ZZZ waypoint?” found?

Answer 7

The CLB panel of the FMS ACTIVE/PERF page displays time, and distance predictions for a given FL with the selected and managed speed modes. The default value of this FL is the AFS CP target altitude. The flight crew can change the default value. The flight crew uses this information to rapidly answer ATC requests.

Question 8

When does the graphical display of the safety altitude on the VD change to a numerical value?

Answer 8

When the flight crew changes the barometric setting from QNH(QFE ) to STD.

Question 9

What is the definition of ‘icing conditions’?

Answer 9

A TAT of 10°C or below.

Ref: PRO-NOR-SOP-130 00006617.0001001

SATs of below -40 do not require engine anti-ice.

Question 10

Why might the barometric setting on the PFD be flashing?

Answer 10

QNH is set on the EFIS CP, and the aircraft is in climb above the transition altitude, or

STD is set on the EFIS CP, and the aircraft is in approach below the transition flight level.

Note:

If the transition altitude(level) is not available from the FMS, the default transition altitude(level) is automatically set to 2 500 ft RA height.

Question 11

Below what temperature is engine anti-ice not required?

Answer 11

SATs of below -40 do not require engine anti-ice.