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Forum: Tech Log

5th Feb 2016, 13:19

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B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

Too bad many pilots don't know this and think...

Too bad many pilots don't know this and think engine falls off the pylon after using TOGA for 5 min and 1 second.

As you say the limitation is only paperwork & money, and only applies if at full...

Forum: Tech Log

5th Feb 2016, 12:01

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B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

OK: for those who do not use LVL CHG to retract...

OK: for those who do not use LVL CHG to retract flaps due to perceived performance problems etc.
Some say you have to use TOGA to maintain obstacle clearance; some say it is to give level...

Forum: Tech Log

5th Feb 2016, 10:22

Replies: 25

B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

Derfred: Those words are from my 2014 FCTM. I'm...

Derfred: Those words are from my 2014 FCTM. I'm not sure about "TOGA knowing you have an engine failure"; certainly not before you've selected fuel to cutoff. Thus the comment about LVL CHG NOT...

Forum: Tech Log

4th Feb 2016, 10:08

Replies: 25

B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

I can't find a Boeing reference, but I would...

I can't find a Boeing reference, but I would guess it is because LVL CHG will not command a level acceleration segment but up to a 500fpm climb at least (watching acceleration two engines when...

Forum: Tech Log

4th Feb 2016, 09:03

Replies: 25

B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

LVL CHG is not an appropriate mode for S/E flap...

LVL CHG is not an appropriate mode for S/E flap retraction, hence not used for S/E G/A.

I hear this from various people but can not find chapter & verse reference to it. Can you please provide...

Forum: Tech Log

3rd Feb 2016, 15:39

Replies: 25

B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

To my understanding Boeing MFRH is >400' agl, but...

To my understanding Boeing MFRH is >400' agl, but for training purposes they suggest 1000'.

I have not suggested engaging A/P below company MFRA, usually company minimum 1000'agl.

TOGA is a...

Forum: Tech Log

3rd Feb 2016, 13:16

Replies: 25

B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

Jwscud. Thanks for the info: In practice, on...

Jwscud. Thanks for the info:

In practice, on real world two engine go arounds I have seen the autopilot engaged early to reduce workload as often as I've flown or seen them flown manually.
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Forum: Tech Log

2nd Feb 2016, 21:44

Replies: 25

B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

Flyingstone: Thanks. Indeed. FCTM says with FMC...

Flyingstone: Thanks. Indeed. FCTM says with FMC 10.7 it is normal; it doesn't say prohibited. That's my point. Plus, FMC 10.8 is now out there. The FCTM does complicate it by mentioning that with FMC...

Forum: Tech Log

2nd Feb 2016, 21:10

Replies: 25

B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

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Posted By RAT 5

B737 Single engine & use of Autopilot.

Guys. Been having a discussion with learned friends and would like to broaden the spectrum of opinions.
The topic was use of autopilot after an engine failure on take off and after a SE G/A.
Here...

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