Question on Vectors..after a SID

[JiBrady 20]

I am flying the PMDG 747. The route is KSJC to KRNO. I program the FMC, selecting the LOUPE departure, selecting runway 30L. The plane climbs out on a heading of 303 degrees, then starts the turn to 120 degrees. So far so good. The FMC, on the LEGS page, shows me the word VECTORS. Now what I expect is for Radar contact to give me vectors back to the San Jose VOR. But I never receive any vector information. Perhaps I am not understanding what Radar Contact expects when the FMC shows vectors?Jim

[jd 57]

is the san jose vor within 30 miles of the airport? if so, you have to fly there. rc isn't going to vector you inside 30 miles, when you are flying a sidjd

[ronzie 21]

From page 42 of the manual:------------------If your first filed checkpoint is within 30 miles of your departure airport (constituting a DP),or if you selected one of the Departure Procedure option checkboxes, your clearance willinclude the phrase

[JiBrady 20]

Thanks for the input. Yes I am within 30 miles of the airport/VOR. I will manually fly the loop back to the checkpoint. Thanks again for explaining this procedure to me.Jim

[Guest Mower]

Thanx for the info guys. I found it very useful as well.