CTO Approach & Departure Sequencing 2

Question 1

When sequencing aircraft on final approach, what minimum wake turbulence separation is required between a heavy aircraft followed by a small aircraft?

Accepted Answer

6 nautical miles

Answer

A small aircraft following a heavy requires 6 nautical miles of radar separation to account for wake turbulence.

Question 2

An aircraft on a 5-mile final requests a go-around. What is the tower controller's FIRST action?

Accepted Answer

Issue missed approach instructions

Answer

The controller must immediately issue missed approach instructions to ensure the aircraft climbs safely before coordinating further.

Question 3

What term describes the practice of issuing takeoff clearance while another aircraft is still on the runway but past the intersection in use?

Accepted Answer

Anticipated separation

Answer

Anticipated separation allows a departure clearance when the controller judges that required separation will exist when the departing aircraft reaches the runway.

Question 4

During simultaneous parallel runway operations, what is the minimum distance between centerlines of parallel runways for independent IFR approaches without specific authorization?

Accepted Answer

4,300 feet

Answer

Independent parallel IFR approaches require at least 4,300 feet between runway centerlines without special authorization.

Question 5

A pilot reports 'unable' when issued a speed restriction on final approach. What should the tower controller do?

Accepted Answer

Coordinate alternate spacing with approach control

Answer

When a pilot cannot comply with a speed restriction, the controller must coordinate with approach control to re-sequence or adjust spacing.

(CTO) Air Traffic Control Tower Operator Certification Practice Test

(CTO) Air Traffic Control Tower Operator Certification Practice Test

CTO Approach & Departure Sequencing 2