CFC Regulatory Compliance & Air Traffic Control Coordination 3

Question 1

When an IFR aircraft reports 'minimum fuel,' what is the controller's primary obligation?

Accepted Answer

Inform every facility involved in the flight of the minimum fuel state

Answer

Minimum fuel is not an emergency but requires the controller to notify all subsequent ATC facilities so they can expedite handling.

Question 2

Which NOTAM type is used to notify pilots of conditions at airports or en route that are essential to flight safety?

Accepted Answer

FDC NOTAM

Answer

FDC (Flight Data Center) NOTAMs are issued by the National Flight Data Center and cover regulatory matters such as chart amendments and TFRs.

Question 3

A runway incursion occurs when an aircraft, vehicle, or person is on a runway without authorization. Which order governs ATC procedures for preventing runway incursions?

Accepted Answer

FAA Order 7110.65

Answer

FAA Order 7110.65 contains the specific ATC procedures controllers must follow to prevent runway incursions.

Question 4

When coordinating a climb through another sector's altitude, a controller must receive:

Accepted Answer

Approval from the sector that owns the airspace being entered

Answer

Before climbing an aircraft into airspace owned by another sector, the controller must obtain approval from the receiving sector.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of an Operational Deviation (OD) in ATC?

Accepted Answer

To document when ATC procedures were not followed

Answer

An Operational Deviation is an occurrence where ATC procedures in 7110.65 were not followed, requiring documentation and review.

(CFC) Certified Flight Communicator Practice Test

(CFC) Certified Flight Communicator Practice Test

CFC Regulatory Compliance & Air Traffic Control Coordination 3