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A pilot entered descent rate is used if available, otherwise a
default value of 500 ft/min is used.
The TOD point is indicated on the flight plan path by a symbol
consisting of small white box with a black outline and double black
chevrons.
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For a descent, the chevrons point downward and are placed
below the box as shown in the following symbol:
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For a climb, the chevrons point upward and are placed
above the box, as in the following symbol:
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Straight line segments along the flight plan path between
current position and the target are used.
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If the target waypoint is an airport, the default target altitude
is set to the airport elevation plus 1000 feet.
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The TOD is located along the flight plan path using the
distance along the flight plan path.
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If the calculated TOD is ahead of the aircraft in the flight plan
path, then:
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When the aircraft reaches the TOD or if the calculated TOD
is behind the aircraft in the flight plan path, then:
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A pop-up alert message "Approaching Descent
Point" (TOD alert) or "Approaching Climb Point"
is displayed 60 seconds prior to reaching the
TOD
The message remains in view until the TOD is
reached unless replaced by a higher priority
message.
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