During a Resolution Advisory (RA) what happens to the MFD range?

During a Resolution Advisory (RA) what happens to the MFD range?

• A. It remains the same
• B. Reduces to 2.5 Miles
• C. Increases to 10 Miles
• D. Cycles between 2 and 5 miles

Answer: (B)

During a Resolution Advisory, the cockpit display tightens the picture to focus on the nearby threat. The MFD range automatically shortens to a fixed, close scale—2.5 miles—to give you a clearer, more detailed view of the intruder and the recommended maneuver. This closer view helps you quickly interpret the RA cues and apply the advised turn or vertical guidance with confidence, reducing clutter and improving situational awareness in a high-pressure moment. It wouldn’t stay the same, increase to a larger range, or cycle between values, because the goal is to highlight the nearby traffic and the required action.

During a Resolution Advisory, the cockpit display tightens the picture to focus on the nearby threat. The MFD range automatically shortens to a fixed, close scale—2.5 miles—to give you a clearer, more detailed view of the intruder and the recommended maneuver. This closer view helps you quickly interpret the RA cues and apply the advised turn or vertical guidance with confidence, reducing clutter and improving situational awareness in a high-pressure moment. It wouldn’t stay the same, increase to a larger range, or cycle between values, because the goal is to highlight the nearby traffic and the required action.