CNS/ATM/ Datalinking

Question 1

Go to which CDU page to turn on datalinking?

Answer 1

Config page 2/3

Question 2

Where do you go to choose the datalink method?

Answer 2

CDU

Question 3

When transitioning from one datalink FIR to another, the transition typically happens automatically prior to entering the new FIR, with only a few actions you may have to complete. These include:

Answer 3

Contact [new FIR] radio
Get a SELCAL check
Make a CPDLC position report (This is the test answer)

Question 4

Who is responsible for initiating ADS position reports?

Answer 4

Nobody, they transmit automatically

Question 5

A datalink message can be sent by SATCOM, VHF radio, or HF radio. Who or what decides how it is sent?

Answer 5

The communication management unit (CMU)

Question 6

The AFN log-on (FLT ID) must match the …

Answer 6

Aircraft Call Sign

Question 7

When you receive a containment alert, what action improves ANP?

Answer 7

Switching on the autopilot (also, using the INU)

Question 8

What do you complete when passing a FIR boundary?

Answer 8

Get a SELCAL report – Contact the FIR