# 7.2 Managed vs Selected Mode

This is the most important concept in Airbus operations.

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</div>### Managed Mode

- Aircraft follows FMGS flight plan
- Speed, altitude and path are automated

**Used when:**

- Normal operations
- Following SID / STAR
- Cruise and climb

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</div>### Selected Mode

- Pilot manually selects values (speed, heading, vertical speed)

**Used when:**

- ATC instructions
- Tactical corrections
- Specific energy management

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</div>### Core Rule

**“Managed by default – Selected when required.”**