a320 sub-align mode [Archive]

charger

19th Dec 2005, 18:36

Hello every body!

My instructor asked me the other day. To describe the sub-align mode... I have no clue and can not find it anywhere!

please help

thanks

Charger

catchup

19th Dec 2005, 18:39

Sometimes I'm also sub-aligned.

:O

Sean Dell

19th Dec 2005, 19:05

Well if he doesn't know then no one will!!

Never heard of it - being flying the things for 5 years!

I wouldn't worry - Get your own back by randomly opening the tech manual and asking him a question.

nnc0

19th Dec 2005, 21:30

FCOM 1.22.30 P46 - under AP/FD Common Modes, sub para FLARE MODE

Align sub-mode
Align is a sub-mode of LAND that lines up the aircraft's axis with the ILS course. It is not displayed to the crew.

yachtno1

19th Dec 2005, 21:47

Probably the "de-crabing" at 200' ...;)

charger

19th Dec 2005, 22:00

Thanks got it know!!!!

Dream Land

20th Dec 2005, 03:28

Align sub-mode

Align is a sub-mode of LAND also known as "decrab" that lines up the aircraft's axis with the ILS course at approximatively 30 feet. It is not displayed to the crew.

From my consultation tool, 1.22.3

faultygoods

20th Dec 2005, 04:53

COR BLIMEY These clever boffins.......
You pilots will have nothing to do soon auto lands, auto braking auto pilots etc etc
:D