After recovery from an ALPHA FLOOR engagement, when angle of attack is reduced, what will be announced in green on the FMA?

When an airplane recovers from an ALPHA FLOOR engagement and the angle of attack decreases, the FMA will display "TOGA LK" in green. This indicates that the thrust is being controlled in a manner that locks the thrust to the TOGA (Takeoff/Go-Around) level.

Getting into an ALPHA FLOOR condition occurs when the aircraft’s angle of attack approaches a critical threshold, triggering the thrust to automatically increase to prevent stall. Once the condition is resolved and the angle of attack is mitigated, changing from the ALPHA FLOOR mode to TOGA LK signifies that the thrust has been stabilized and locked at a higher level appropriate for climb performance.

This transition is critical for pilots as it ensures they are aware that the engines are providing maximum thrust without needing further input, allowing them to maintain control while transitioning to normal flight modes. Other indications, such as "THR LK" or "THR MCT," would suggest different thrust management scenarios, while "SPEED" indicates a different phase in flight or a need for adjustment of the speed target, which are not applicable in this specific context. Therefore, recognizing "TOGA LK" is crucial for operational awareness following recovery from an ALPHA FLOOR situation.