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