CFC Aviation Phraseology & Standard Terminology 3

Question 1

When a pilot transmits 'UNABLE' in response to an ATC instruction, it means:

Accepted Answer

The pilot cannot comply with the clearance or instruction for any reason

Answer

The radio is malfunctioning and re-contact is needed

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Weather conditions have prevented compliance

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The aircraft has suffered a mechanical failure

Question 2

In aviation phraseology, 'STANDBY' means:

Accepted Answer

Wait — I will call you back

Answer

Maintain current speed and heading indefinitely

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Acknowledge and continue as cleared

Answer

Switch to the standby communications frequency

Question 3

When a pilot reports 'FINAL' during a traffic pattern, it indicates:

Accepted Answer

The aircraft is aligned on the final approach course to the runway

Answer

The flight is fully complete and landing fees are due

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The pilot has a final question before landing

Answer

The last fuel check before landing is underway

Question 4

The instruction 'CONTACT DEPARTURE on 124.7' requires the pilot to:

Accepted Answer

Switch to 124.7 and initiate two-way communication with departure control

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Note the frequency for possible future use

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Monitor 124.7 while remaining on the current frequency

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Acknowledge and wait for departure control to call first

Question 5

What does the ATC phrase 'RESUME NORMAL SPEED' signify?

Accepted Answer

Cancel all previously assigned speed restrictions

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Return to the cruise speed filed in the flight plan

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Accelerate to maximum certified cruise speed

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Match the speed of the preceding traffic

Question 6

Standard aviation phraseology uses 'AFFIRM' instead of 'YES' primarily because:

Accepted Answer

It is less likely to be misunderstood over noisy or distorted radio channels

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It is shorter and saves radio transmission time

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FAA regulations require words of at least six letters

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ICAO mandates Latin-origin words in international airspace

Question 7

Which element is NOT typically included in a standard en route position report?

Accepted Answer

Number of passengers on board

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Aircraft identification

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Current position fix

Answer

Time over the position