777 VNAV
Hi HONKOZZIE:
Welcome to the Boeing side.
The VNAV system in the 200 leaves much to be desired, I've seen the
DRAG REQ message many times, and of course the "what's it doing now,"
message.
Where the system is so crazy, may I suggest that on a decent especially
when a slow down is required, to cross an intersection! EX Cross XYZ at
10,000 250KTS. That you build a crossing point about 10 miles prior to the
fix, at the required altitude. EX XYZ/-10, insert it into the legs page, then
place the alt restriction at that point. The aircraft will level, and then start
slowing. Where the FMC programing is to meet altitude restrictions, then
airspeed restrictions, doing this will ease the worry about the crossing.
I retired off the 777, with 29 years with my company! Miss the flying, and
the laughs but don't miss the associated crap of the job. Have fun on the
Boeing side!