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Old 8th Dec 2016, 03:34
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Hi Vilas,

I think THR DES FMA has nothing to do with repressurization segment. Re-px is rarely required (if ever) and I'd expect SPEED-DES FMA...

I think Capt Mongo's explanation is correct - FMA goes to THR IDLE above the path, otherwise it's THR DES...

Bonus question - can anyone suggest a good, accurate formula for TOD calculation on the 330, taking into account speed, weight and winds?

On the 320 I was usually able to nail it better than the FMGC On the 330 it's a bit more tricky, as this thing tends to glide much better...
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