Cruise

Question 1

FMC OPT uses:

Answer 1

• Speed
• Weight
• Still Wind

Question 2

FMC Max:

Answer 2

• Max Certified
• Max Thrust
• Manoeuvre Margine (1.2g / 33 deg bank)
• Uses Weight / CG / Temp

Question 3

FMC RECMD

Answer 3

• Speed
• Weight
• FMC forecast wind
• FMC forecast Temp
• Looks up to Max and 9000’ below

Question 4

FMC Step to:

Answer 4

• Step Size
• Speed
• Forecast Wind
• Forecast Temp
• Weight
• Only looks above
• Changes to T/D 200nm to TOD or 500nm to destination

Question 5

FMC ETA/Fuel

Answer 5

• Uses Predicted winds (blend of actual and forecast up to 400nm)
• Inaccurate if large wind gradient