190-00709-00 Rev. A
Garmin G1000 Pilot’s Guide for the Socata TBM 850
5-135
FLIGHT MANAGEMENT
15)
As seen in Figure 5-128, the aircraft is approaching TOD. Note the target vertical speed required to reached the
selected altitude. The Vertical Deviation Indicator (VDI) and the Required Vertical Speed Indicator (RVSI) are now
displayed on the PFD as shown in Figure 5-129.
Figure 5-128 Approaching Top of Descent (TOD)
Figure 5-129 VDI & RVSI Upon Reaching Top of Descent (TOD)
Required Vertical
Speed Indicator
(RVSI)
Vertical Deviation
Indicator (VDI)
Target Altitude