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Airside Zones and Communications Flashcards

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  1. What is the difference between ground control and tower frequencies?

    Answer: Ground handles taxiway movements, tower controls runway operations

    Ground control manages taxiway traffic; tower manages runway operations.

  2. What communication requirements apply in the non-movement area?

    Answer: ATC not required but must follow ramp control procedures

    The non-movement area does not require ATC but does require following ramp control procedures.

  3. What is ATIS?

    Answer: Automatic Terminal Information Service with weather and operational info

    ATIS provides continuously updated weather, active runways, and NOTAMs.

  4. Which zone requires continuous two-way radio communication with ATC?

    Answer: Movement area

    The movement area requires continuous radio communication.

  5. What is the proper procedure for switching from ground to tower frequency?

    Answer: Acknowledge, read back frequency, switch, and contact new controller

    Acknowledge the handoff, read back the frequency, switch, then make initial contact.

  6. What is the significance of the movement/non-movement boundary for communications?

    Answer: Marks where ATC communication becomes mandatory

    The boundary is where ATC communication becomes mandatory for vehicle operations.

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