TCAS WARNINGS Memory Items

Question 1

Traffic advisories “TRAFFIC” messages

Answer 1

Do not perform a maneuver on a TA alone

Question 2

Resolution advisory messages indicated by

Answer 2

“CLIMB”
“DESCEND”
“MAINTAIN VERTICAL SPEED MAINTAIN”
“ADJUST VERTICAL SPEED ADJUST”
“MONITOR VERTICAL SPEED”

Question 3

Resolution advisory steps

Answer 3

AP - OFF
BOTH CDs - OFF

Question 4

Resolution advisory considerations

Answer 4

Respond promptly and smoothly to a RA by adjusting or maintaining the vertical speed, as required, to reach the green area and/or avoid the red area of the vertical speed scale.

Note: Avoid excessive maneuvers while aiming to keep the vertical speed just outside the red area of the VSI and within the green area. If necessary use the full speed range between Va max and VMAX.

Respect stall, GPWS, or wind shear warning.

Notify ATC

Question 5

Resolution advisories on final approach

Answer 5

GO AROUND must be performed when RA “CLIMB” or “INCREASE CLIMB” is triggered on final approach

Question 6

Resolution advisories on final approach considerations

Answer 6

RAs are inhibited below 900’

Question 7

When “CLEAR OF CONFLICT” is announced

Answer 7

Resume normal navigation in accordance with ATC clearance.

AP/FD can be re-engaged as desired.