CFC Aviation Communication Protocols & Procedures 2

Question 1

When a pilot reports 'minimum fuel,' what action should ATC take?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge and provide expeditious handling while monitoring the situation

Answer

'Minimum fuel' is an advisory, not an emergency; ATC should acknowledge and expedite handling but not declare an emergency for the pilot.

Question 2

Which phraseology correctly acknowledges a readback of a clearance?

Accepted Answer

'Correct' or callsign only

Answer

ATC should respond with 'Correct' or simply use the aircraft's callsign to confirm an accurate readback.

Question 3

A controller issues a heading of 270. The pilot reads back 'Heading 260.' What must the controller do?

Accepted Answer

Issue a correction immediately: 'Negative, heading 270'

Answer

Any incorrect readback must be corrected immediately to prevent a deviation.

Question 4

What is the correct phraseology to cancel an IFR clearance for a VFR-capable flight?

Accepted Answer

'Cancel IFR, [callsign]'

Answer

The standard phraseology is 'Cancel IFR' followed by the aircraft callsign.

Question 5

Which item is NOT required in an initial position report on a non-radar route?

Accepted Answer

Aircraft type and color

Answer

Position reports require identification, position, time, altitude, and next fix ETA — not aircraft type or color.

(CFC) Certified Flight Communicator Practice Test