What text color displays for armed FMA modes?

What text color displays for armed FMA modes?

• A. Magenta
• B. Blue
• C. Green
• D. White

Answer: (A)

In Airbus cockpits, the Flight Mode Annunciator uses color to show the status of automation modes. When a mode is selected but not yet active—i.e., it’s armed and ready to engage when conditions are met—the text is magenta. This bright color makes armed modes stand out so pilots can see what will take control next as the flight conditions evolve. Once the mode actually becomes active, its color typically shifts to green to indicate engagement. If a mode isn’t available or isn’t engaged, it would not show in the magenta armed state, helping to differentiate readiness from actual engagement.

In Airbus cockpits, the Flight Mode Annunciator uses color to show the status of automation modes. When a mode is selected but not yet active—i.e., it’s armed and ready to engage when conditions are met—the text is magenta. This bright color makes armed modes stand out so pilots can see what will take control next as the flight conditions evolve. Once the mode actually becomes active, its color typically shifts to green to indicate engagement. If a mode isn’t available or isn’t engaged, it would not show in the magenta armed state, helping to differentiate readiness from actual engagement.