From 2c57ce4b789b5f740b0c21a1680a4b9a8228caff Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Val Date: Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:53:18 +0800 Subject: [PATCH] docs(prep-mcdu): add how-to enter squawk code section * docs(prep-mcdu): add how-to enter squawk code section * fix bullet points * slein review Co-authored-by: Sleinmaster <79196358+Sleinmaster@users.noreply.github.com> --------- Co-authored-by: Sleinmaster <79196358+Sleinmaster@users.noreply.github.com> --- .../beginner-guide/preparing-mcdu.md | 18 ++++++++++++++++-- 1 file changed, 16 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/pilots-corner/beginner-guide/preparing-mcdu.md b/docs/pilots-corner/beginner-guide/preparing-mcdu.md index 7de1544d8..66ea94a34 100644 --- a/docs/pilots-corner/beginner-guide/preparing-mcdu.md +++ b/docs/pilots-corner/beginner-guide/preparing-mcdu.md @@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ Visit [Starting the Aircraft](starting-the-aircraft.md) to learn more. - Initial cleared altitude after departure. - Assigned SID for departure OR radar vectors - Assigned departing runway. - - Transponder/squawk code. + - [Transponder/squawk code](#entering-squawk-code). - Departure frequency. Additional reading material: [The CRAFT mnemonic](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CRAFT_(aviation)) @@ -62,7 +62,8 @@ This guide will cover the following topics: - [**^^R^^**AD NAV](#rad-nav) - [**^^I^^**NIT FUEL PRED](#init-fuel-pred) - [**^^P^^**ERF](#perf) -3. [A32NX simBrief Integration](#a32nx-simbrief-integration) +3. [Entering Squawk Code](#entering-squawk-code) +4. [A32NX simBrief Integration](#a32nx-simbrief-integration) --- @@ -508,6 +509,19 @@ The performance page should now look like this: ![mcdu20](../assets/beginner-guide/mcdu/mcdu20.png) +## Entering Squawk Code + +During your MCDU preparation or before departing from the stand you should have obtained your IFR clearance. As part of this action you will be given a transponder/squawk code +for your flight. This allows ATC to identify your aircraft on their radar. + +To enter your assigned code find the ATC/TCAS Panel on the bottom right portion of the lower pedestal. It will look like this: + +![ATC-TCAS.png](../assets/beginner-guide/takeoff-climb-cruise/ATC-TCAS.png){loading=lazy} + +- Ensure that the `XPDR` switch is in the `AUTO` or `ON` position. +- To clear the current code, **double press** the `CLR` button. +- Enter your assigned code using the keypad. + --- ## A32NX simBrief Integration