Radio Communications and Airport Procedures Flashcards
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What is the standard CTAF/UNICOM frequency used at most uncontrolled airports in the US?
Answer: 122.8 MHz
122.8 MHz is the most commonly designated CTAF/UNICOM frequency at uncontrolled airports for pilot-to-pilot traffic advisories.
A steady green light gun signal directed at a glider on the ground means:
Answer: Cleared for takeoff
A steady green light from the tower to an aircraft on the ground means cleared for takeoff.
What does CTAF stand for in aviation communications?
Answer: Common Traffic Advisory Frequency
CTAF stands for Common Traffic Advisory Frequency, the designated frequency for self-announce position reports at non-towered airports.
A flashing red light gun signal directed at an aircraft in flight means:
Answer: Airport unsafe — do not land
A flashing red light gun signal to an aircraft in flight means the airport is unsafe and landing is not permitted.
Which frequency is designated as the international aeronautical emergency frequency?
Answer: 121.5 MHz
121.5 MHz is the international emergency frequency monitored by ATC facilities and search and rescue services.
When must a pilot establish two-way radio communication with ATC before entering airspace?
Answer: Class C airspace
Class C airspace requires two-way radio communication to be established with ATC before entry.
When making CTAF position reports at a non-towered airport, a glider pilot should broadcast at which positions?
Answer: Entering the pattern, downwind, base, and final
Pilots should broadcast position on CTAF when entering the traffic pattern and at each leg (downwind, base, final) to improve traffic separation.