Descent not beginning even though FCP Alt reset

[sab12 6]

I'm new to the MD-11 and having one issue in trying the tutorial flights.I have reset the FCP altitude in advance of the T/D point but descent is not beginning then. As near as I can tell, I didn't push or pull the Alt control knob in the process.I have had to hit the PROF key to get descent to begin.As far as I can tell, the PROF ascent to cruise worked properly.What am I doing wrong or do I need to check?Thanks,Steve B

[houphad 0]

Hi Steve,I'm an MD-11 newbie as well Let us ASSUME that you did 'push' or 'pull' the ALT knob by mistake, pressing the PROF again was the correct thing to do once you experience such scenario :( Assuming that, repeat the tutorial again and see if it descends automatically. I've redone that tutorial for over 3 times to check how things flow... Until now, I still miss out some things like setting AUTO FLIGHT before takeoff And please post back your results...Cheers,Fouad

[sab12 6]

Hi Fouad,Works great when you follow all the instructions.....I had messed up the flap and slat retract sequence during takeoff and had the automatics kick off due to low speed. I thought all was restored but I guess not.Anyway, now have several successful flights.Thanks,Steve

[houphad 0]

Good to hear that :(