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Old 11th Jan 2014, 11:32
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The VDEV is only correct if the vertical profile is correctly programmed in the FMS and should be used with caution when flying selected (vertical) approaches with FPA.

The vertical profile from the approach plate is the profile you "have to" monitor, not the VDEV. Having said that, the VDEV gives you a good reference if available and indicating correctly....
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