CFC Regulatory Compliance & Air Traffic Control Coordination 5

Question 1

According to FAA Order 7110.65, when must a controller issue a safety alert?

Accepted Answer

When aware that an aircraft is in a position or altitude that may be unsafe

Answer

Controllers must immediately issue a safety alert when they become aware of any situation that could pose a hazard to an aircraft's safety.

Question 2

The Non-Radar Separation minimum between IFR aircraft on the same route at the same altitude is:

Accepted Answer

5 minutes

Answer

The standard non-radar longitudinal separation for IFR aircraft on the same route and altitude is 5 minutes, unless a reduced minimum applies.

Question 3

When a pilot reports a bird strike, the controller's regulatory obligation includes:

Accepted Answer

Relaying the report and assisting the pilot with any declared emergency

Answer

The controller relays the bird strike information and provides assistance if the pilot declares an emergency or requires priority handling.

Question 4

Under 14 CFR 91.183, the pilot-in-command of an IFR flight must report which of the following to ATC without being asked?

Accepted Answer

Any unforecast weather conditions encountered

Answer

14 CFR 91.183 requires pilots to report unforecast weather, including hazardous conditions, to ATC as soon as practicable.

Question 5

When an ATC facility loses radar contact with an IFR aircraft, the controller must first:

Accepted Answer

Attempt to re-establish radar identification and issue non-radar separation instructions

Answer

Loss of radar requires the controller to attempt re-identification and apply non-radar separation procedures to protect the aircraft.

(CFC) Certified Flight Communicator Practice Test