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Old 16th Aug 2016, 10:15
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Originally Posted by Check Airman
That's why we build computers with only so much authority now, and the ability to turn them off if necessary. With TCAS, EGPWS etc, they advise the pilot, and it's left to him to take final action.

Nope.

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Originally Posted by Check Airman
Ever had the EGPWS go off in cruise at FL350?
10 If height => 20000ft then ignore EGPWS.

Problem solved.

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