ATC ATC Radar and Technology 2

Question 1

What is the function of NEXRAD in ATC operations?

Accepted Answer

It is a network of Doppler weather radar systems used by controllers

Answer

NEXRAD (Next Generation Radar) is a network of Doppler weather radars that provides detailed precipitation and wind data, which ATC uses to route aircraft around hazardous weather.

Question 2

What does a squawk of 7700 indicate?

Accepted Answer

General emergency

Answer

Squawk 7700 is the universal emergency transponder code; when a pilot selects this code, it alerts ATC to a general emergency aboard the aircraft.

Question 3

What transponder code is assigned to indicate a suspected hijacking?

Accepted Answer

7500

Answer

Squawk 7500 is the internationally recognized transponder code that a pilot sets to silently alert ATC of an unlawful interference or hijacking situation.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the Conflict Alert (CA) function in ATC automation systems?

Accepted Answer

To warn controllers of predicted loss of separation between two aircraft

Answer

The Conflict Alert function automatically analyzes projected flight paths and warns controllers when two aircraft are predicted to come within minimum separation standards within a defined time window.

Question 5

What does ATIS stand for and what is its primary purpose?

Accepted Answer

Automated Terminal Information Service; to broadcast continuous airport weather and NOTAMs

Answer

ATIS (Automated Terminal Information Service) broadcasts continuous recorded messages with current airport conditions, weather, active runways, and NOTAMs so pilots can receive this information before contacting ATC.

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ATC ATC Radar and Technology 2