MCDU Flashcards
How many passwords are required to complete a manifest and comply with FAR 117?
Both CP and FO
If you need to request a copy of the PDC or release, what page and command do you use?
Compose message
Special Request
.PDC or .RLS
Can you complete MEL items form the ACARS?
Yes
What is the minimum number of passwords to initialize the ACARS?
1
What page do you enter your password?
Initialize
If a delay code is not sent via ACARS, how often will a delay code required message be up linked?
Every 15 mins until a delay code is entered and sent
How many runways can you request takeoff and landing data for?
3 takeoff
2 landing
How should you account for a ticketed cabin bag on ACARS manifest?
Weight adjustment on the zone adjustment page
Where can you find more information on the ACARS?
ACARS users guide
What page can you get max uplift weight before doing a mainfest?
Take-off runway page
When is a delay code required?
Any time there is a delay, regardless of time.
What will happen when you complete the divert page?
The initialize page destination will update with new information.
Can you use max uplift as a manifest?
No
What do you do if the initialize page has the wrong crew information displayed?
Contact OCC
When is a landing data assessment required?
Only if the conditions have changed from the TLR
What does max uplift provide?
The max weight that can be lifted form a selected runway based on conditions.
Which menu page can you get the ATIS from?
ATS menu
What is the difference between NO COMM and NO DATALINK
No Comm means the radio has lost communication with the network
No Datalink means the radio is selected to voice mode.
How do you know something has not been activated on the MCDU?
It’s cyan
What does the TRS button on the MCDU allow us to do?
Change thrust rating
What information can we access from the PERF button on the MCDU?
Performance data for all phase of flight
What are the SOPM Default speeds?
Climb 270/.74
Cruise 270/.74
Descent 280/.74
