RADAR Panel Flashcards
1
Q
What capabilities does the RADAR system have?
**Not a MQF Question
A
- Weather avoidance
- Turbulence detection
- Terrain mapping
- Predictive windshear detection
2
Q
When is WX/TURB mode available?
**Not a MQF Question
A
At ranges of 40 nm or less
3
Q
How would a flight crew analyze windshear with the RADAR system off?
A
If the PWS switch is in AUTO, windshear detection is still available, even though the RADAR system is off.
4
Q
When are predictive windshear (WINDSHEAR AHEAD) alerts inhibited?
A
- On takeoff above 100 knots and up to 50 feet
- During landing below 50 feet
