Aircraft General Knowledgemedium#383

During a normal climb, the cabin rate of climb is typically:

A

Equal to aircraft rate of climb

B

Greater than aircraft rate of climb

C

Less than aircraft rate of climb (approximately 300-500 ft/min)

Correct
D

Zero — cabin pressure stays at departure field elevation

Explanation

The pressurization controller schedules a gentle cabin climb rate (300-500 fpm) for passenger comfort, much less than the aircraft climb rate.

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