Descent configurations Flashcards
1
Q
Glide configuration
A
Idle power
1/3 ground
0 degree pitch
73 KIAS
2
Q
Cruise descent
A
2000 RPM >1/3 ground <0 degree pitch 500' per minute 95 KIAS
3
Q
Approach (when coming in to land)
A
1500RPM 45 degree flap 1/2 ground <0 degree pitch 73 KIAS
4
Q
To enter and exit a descent
A
PAST
5
Q
To maintain a descent
A
ALAP
6
Q
Effect of power, flap and wind on Rate of Descent (ROD)
A
With power increase ROD decreases
As flaps extend lift to drag ratio becomes worse, ROD increases
Rate of descent unaffected by wind
7
Q
Effect of power, flap and wind on Angle of Descent (AOD)
A
With power increase AOD decreases
As flaps extend lift to drag ratio becomes worse, AOD increases
Becomes more steep with headwind
