RVSM

What ICAO suffix means RVSM compliant and RNAV capable?

/Q

What ICAO code means RVSM compliant without RNAV?

/W

Climb or descent rate must be less _ fpm when within _ ft of assigned altitude

1000fpm 2000ft

During leveling at an altitude the aircraft should not be allowed to overshoot or undershoot by more than...

150ft

Maximum acceptable altimeter deviation in the air?

200ft (180ft between the 2 primary altimeters is the CRJ-700 manufacturer limit)

Maximum acceptable altimeter deviation on the ground

75ft

Meaning of ICAO code

RNAV capable

What to do if turbulence effects ability to maintain altitude in RVSM

Request a vector from ATC around traffic at adjacent altitudes

Meaning of ICAO code D

DME

The FAA gives access to RVSM for which non-RVSM aircrafts usually?

DOD Air ambulance (lifeguard) operators Foreign state governments Aircraft flown for certification and development

Meaning of ICAO code G

GNSS

Do you have to file a flight irregularity report for all RAs?

No, just for all RAs requiring a change in vertical speed

Meaning of ICAO code W

RVSM

Meaning of ICAO code L

ILS

Meaning of ICAO code M

Wake turbulence category medium

What are the equipment requirements for RVSM?

Autopilot Altitude alerting system Altitude reporting transponder (1 of 2) Air data computers (2 of 2)

What is RVSM airspace?

Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (FL 290-410). Reduced separation from 2000ft to 1000ft

Meaning of ICAO code V

VHF

Meaning of ICAO code O

VOR

Can aircraft operate in RVSM without authorized certification?

Yes, and separation between them and any other aircraft becomes 2000ft

Meaning of ICAO code S

Mode S transponder with pressure altitude and aircraft ID

If any equipment required for RVSM fails during flight you must...

Obtain an amended clearance Advise ATC Update fuel burn

Meaning of ICAO code E3

PDC

Meaning of ICAO code S

Standard equipment is serviceable

Is specific authorization required for RVSM?

Yes, the airline, aircraft, and flight crew must be authorized. Dispatchers are notified when a new fleet type or specific aircraft is authorized and the notification includes a reminder that they and the PIC are responsible for complying with flight in RVSM