Air Controller Trivia Flashcards
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What does the acronym 'ATIS' stand for in aviation?
Answer: Automatic Terminal Information Service
ATIS (Automatic Terminal Information Service) is a continuous broadcast of recorded non-control information to reduce controller workload.
A controller says 'Maintain flight planned route.' What does this instruction mean?
Answer: Continue on the route as submitted in the flight plan
This instruction directs the pilot to follow the routing exactly as filed in the original IFR flight plan.
Which type of radar display shows weather returns overlaid on aircraft targets?
Answer: ASR with weather mode
Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR) can display weather returns in a weather mode, allowing controllers to see precipitation areas alongside aircraft targets.
What is the maximum speed permitted for aircraft below 10,000 feet MSL in the contiguous United States?
Answer: 250 knots indicated airspeed
14 CFR 91.117 limits aircraft to 250 knots indicated airspeed when below 10,000 feet MSL in the contiguous US.
In ATC, what does 'LAHSO' stand for?
Answer: Land and Hold Short Operations
LAHSO (Land and Hold Short Operations) allows aircraft to land and stop before a specific intersection or crossing runway to increase airport capacity.
When a controller issues a 'traffic alert,' what action is expected of the pilot?
Answer: Acknowledge and take evasive action as needed
A traffic alert advises the pilot of nearby conflicting traffic and implies they should take whatever action necessary to maintain safe separation.
What color are the obstruction lights required on towers over 200 feet AGL in the United States?
Answer: Red (steady or flashing)
FAA regulations require red obstruction lighting (steady or flashing red) on towers exceeding 200 feet AGL to warn pilots of hazards.