CFC Search & Rescue Coordination 3

Question 1

A Rescue Coordination Center (RCC) receives conflicting distress signals from two different locations. The communicator should:

Accepted Answer

Coordinate simultaneous response to both signals, prioritizing based on available information

Answer

When multiple distress signals are received, the communicator must coordinate simultaneous responses while prioritizing based on available data such as aircraft type and last known position.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a SAREVAL in SAR planning?

Accepted Answer

To assess the probability of survival of the distressed person over time

Answer

A SAREVAL evaluates the probability of survival of the distressed person, which influences urgency and resource allocation decisions.

Question 3

In maritime SAR coordination, a flight communicator must be aware that GMDSS watch is maintained on:

Accepted Answer

Channel 16 VHF and 2182 kHz

Answer

GMDSS requires continuous watch on VHF Channel 16 and 2182 kHz (for vessels still equipped with MF radiotelephone) as the primary distress frequencies.

Question 4

A flight communicator is coordinating a SAR mission for a downed aircraft in mountainous terrain. Which search pattern is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Contour search following terrain features

Answer

In mountainous terrain, a contour search that follows terrain features is most effective because terrain severely limits visibility and access.

Question 5

Who has the authority to terminate a SAR mission when the search object has not been found?

Accepted Answer

The Rescue Coordination Center (RCC) coordinator

Answer

The RCC coordinator has the authority to terminate a SAR mission when the search has been deemed exhausted and further search is not warranted.

(CFC) Certified Flight Communicator Practice Test

(CFC) Certified Flight Communicator Practice Test

CFC Search & Rescue Coordination 3