Hi there!
How do I evaluate the initial cruise level that the MD11 is capable of climbing initially to for a given weight?
I do not mean the value indicated on the FMS PERF page, but a table in the handbook ( or other ressources around ).
I remember there was a table given in the B744X handbook, however, I couldnt find anything similar for the MD11.
This is especially of interest on short haul flights with a very high ZFW, in which cases the MD11 is neither able to climb to it's service ceiling ( due to weight ), nor will it be possible to perform a step climb ( due to short flight time ).
So, for flight planning purposes ( entering a cruise level into a fuel calculator ), it would indeed be very helpful to evaluate the initial and highest optimum cruise level for that flight at a given weight in advance before you enter the cockpit.
Best regards
Toto