What should the PCL be set to during an abort scenario?

In an abort scenario, the Power Control Lever (PCL) should be set to IDLE. This action is essential for safely reducing the aircraft's power to a level that allows for controlled deceleration and ensures that the aircraft can stop without excessive speed or risk of overshooting the runway. Setting the PCL to IDLE helps prevent the possibility of a power surge or uncontrollable acceleration during the abort, allowing the flight crew to maintain better control over the aircraft while initiating the abort procedures.

Other options, like OFF, would shut down the engine but could lead to loss of control or stall risks, while FULL THROTTLE could counteract the intended abort by adding unnecessary thrust, making it harder to stop the aircraft in a controlled manner. NORM is misleading since that would imply normal operations and does not provide the necessary action during an abort. The IDLE setting is, therefore, the most appropriate choice for managing an abort efficiently and safely.