7. Flight Handling & Airbus Philosophy
7.1 Objective and Philosophy
Objective To understand how to properly control and manage the Airbus A320 using automation, whil...
7.2 Managed vs Selected Mode
This is the most important concept in Airbus operations. Managed Mode Aircraft follows FMGS fli...
7.3 Flight Director (FD)
The Flight Director provides guidance via crossbars on the PFD. Key Rule 👉 The aircraft must fol...
7.4 Flight Mode Annunciator (FMA)
Located at the top of the PFD. Importance The FMA shows: Active modes Armed modes Autothrust st...
7.5 Thrust Management
The A320 uses fixed thrust detents: IDLE CL (Climb) FLX/MCT TOGA Key Concept Thrust levers ar...
7.6 Energy Management
Energy = Speed + Altitude Good Energy State On profile Correct speed Minimal corrections requir...
7.7 Automation Discipline
Pilots must: Understand active modes Anticipate aircraft behavior Intervene early Common Mista...
7.8 Manual Flying
Manual flying is required: During training In abnormal situations When automation is not appropr...
7.9 Situational Awareness
Pilots must always know: Where the aircraft is going What the aircraft is doing What will happen...