CHAPTER 3, FLYING THE EFD1000 PRO PFD
EFD1000 PFD Pilot’s Guide
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When the GS is full-scale deection above us, the GS indicator on the VDI will show
as a hollow diamond at the top of the scale (Figure 3-35). When the GS comes alive,
the indicator will change to a solid green diamond and begin to move down the scale.
Just before intercepting the GS, drop the gear, and check for three green lights. On GS
intercept, verify that the autopilot switches to GS capture and begins to track down the
glide slope.
Continue to monitor the approach, and verify that the autopilot is tracking both
localizer and glide slope. The weather is well above minimums and we intend to land
out of the approach, but will let the autopilot y it down to minimums. On reaching
our pre-set minimums (5,520 feet),
The MINIMUMS alert displays below the Aircraft Reference Symbol on the ADI •
(Figure 3-36).
The alert tone sounds three times.•
We disconnect the autopilot and hand-y the plane to landing, continuing to y the
Flight Director and track the glide slope down to a smooth landing.
3.3. Conclusion
The EFD1000 Pro PFD is a powerful addition to any cockpit, providing far more
capability, information and automation than the mechanical instruments it typically
replaces. While it is simple and intuitive enough to start using with only a short
orientation, fully understanding and exploiting all of its features requires some study
and experience.
Chapter 4 covers all of the EFD1000 Pro PFD’s features in detail. Chapter 5 explains
how to customize the PFD to suit your preferences. Chapter 6 addresses Emergency
and Abnormal procedures. Please read through all these chapters for a fuller
understanding of how to use your EFD1000.
Figure 3-35
VDI Showing Glide Slope Full
Deection High (Hollow Indicator)
Figure 3-36
MINIMUMS Alert
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