EGPWS Flashcards
What EGPWS Display features are automatically enabled whenever a Caution or Warning Alert is triggered?
“Auto-pop” and “auto-range”
When must TERRAIN INHIBIT Function be used?
When operating to and from an airport which is not in the database
How much Advanced Alerting Time is provided by the Caution Look-ahead Distance?
40 to 60 seconds
How are Conflicting Terrain or obstacles painted on the EGPWS Background Display in the event of a Caution or Warning?
Yellow (conflicts with Aircraft)
What does the cloud CYAN indicate on the Terrain Map?
Terrain Elevation is 0 ft MSL
If an aircraft is flying well above any terrain, how is the highest terrain on the display painted?
Solid Green
What is indicated by the two numbers displayed on the Terrain Map?
Altitude of highest and lowest terrain displayed
If the Terrain Map shows Low Density Yellow Terrain ahead, what does this indicate?
Terrain close to aircraft altitude, but non-threatening
What is indicated by a Red area on the Terrain Map?
Terrain Threat Area Warning (above 2000ft ref altitude)