CTO Light Gun Signals & Lost Communications 2

Question 1

A controller directs a steady red light at an aircraft on the ground. What does this signal mean?

Accepted Answer

Stop immediately

Answer

A steady red light directed at an aircraft on the ground means stop immediately.

Question 2

What light gun signal instructs an aircraft in flight to give way to other aircraft and continue circling?

Accepted Answer

Flashing red

Answer

A flashing red light directed at an aircraft in flight means the airport is unsafe — give way to other aircraft and continue circling.

Question 3

Which light gun signal indicates general warning or exercise extreme caution to an aircraft on the ground?

Accepted Answer

Alternating red and green

Answer

An alternating red and green light signal means general warning — exercise extreme caution.

Question 4

A pilot flying VFR experiences radio failure and is approaching a towered airport. After receiving light gun clearance to land, what must the pilot do to acknowledge the signal by day?

Accepted Answer

Rock wings

Answer

A VFR pilot acknowledges daytime light gun signals by rocking the aircraft's wings.

Question 5

When may a controller use light gun signals without prior coordination?

Accepted Answer

Anytime normal radio communication fails or cannot be established

Answer

Light gun signals may be used anytime normal radio communication fails or cannot be established with an aircraft.

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CTO Light Gun Signals & Lost Communications 2