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

'Unable' is the standard term to inform ATC the pilot cannot comply with an instruction, regardless of the reason.

Question 2

In aviation phraseology, 'STANDBY' means:

Accepted Answer

Wait — I will call you back

Answer

'Standby' instructs the pilot to wait for further contact; it does not require a full readback or continued acknowledgment.

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

Reporting 'final' indicates the aircraft has turned onto the final approach leg and is aligned with the landing runway.

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

Answer

When instructed to 'contact' a facility on a given frequency, the pilot must switch to that frequency and actively initiate communication.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Cancel all previously assigned speed restrictions

Answer

'Resume normal speed' cancels any speed restrictions previously assigned by ATC, allowing the pilot to fly appropriate speeds at their discretion.

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