CFC NOTAM Processing & Distribution 3

Question 1

Which organization is responsible for the international exchange of NOTAMs under ICAO standards?

Accepted Answer

NOTAM Office (NOF)

Answer

The NOTAM Office (NOF) is responsible for the international exchange and distribution of NOTAMs in compliance with ICAO Annex 15.

Question 2

A NOTAM coded 'C' in the Q-line of an international NOTAM indicates:

Accepted Answer

The traffic type affected is IFR only

Answer

In the Q-line of an ICAO NOTAM, the traffic type field 'C' (or IFR) identifies NOTAMs relevant to instrument flight rules operations.

Question 3

What is the standard format identifier that begins all international NOTAMs distributed via AFTN?

Accepted Answer

ZCZC

Answer

ZCZC is the standard start-of-message identifier used in all AFTN (Aeronautical Fixed Telecommunication Network) message traffic.

Question 4

A NOTAM describing a temporary crane at 350 feet AGL within 3 miles of an airport would use which keyword?

Accepted Answer

OBST

Answer

The keyword OBST (obstacle) is used for NOTAMs describing temporary or permanent obstacles such as cranes, towers, or other vertical hazards.

Question 5

When a NOTAM contains erroneous information, what action must the originating facility take?

Accepted Answer

Issue a replacement NOTAM with corrected information and cancel the original

Answer

The originating facility must cancel the erroneous NOTAM and issue a corrected replacement to ensure accuracy of the distributed information.

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