Sierra Pattern A320

The Sierra Pattern is a structured flight maneuver used primarily in A320 simulator training to build a pilot's "pitch and thrust" memory. It consists of a series of constant-speed climbs and descents designed to test a pilot's ability to manage the aircraft manually, without the help of the autopilot or flight directors. How to Fly the S-1 Pattern

On the A320, pushing the levers to TO/GA does NOT require pressing the takeoff/go-around button on the thrust levers (if equipped). Moving the levers physically into the detent is sufficient. sierra pattern a320

When you reach pattern altitude (1,500 feet), you will turn to the runway, back to a downwind heading. The Sierra Pattern is a structured flight maneuver

| Letter | Meaning | | :--- | :--- | | | Speed – SRS holds V2 | | I | Immediate – Engages at TO/GA detent | | E | Elevation – SRS stops at 1500’ AAL | | R | Retard – No thrust reduction until CLB detent | | R | Runway track – GA TRK follows initial path | | A | Accelerate – Only after SRS terminates | Moving the levers physically into the detent is sufficient