GPC Radio Communications and Airport Procedures

Question 1

What is the standard CTAF/UNICOM frequency used at most uncontrolled airports in the US?

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz

Answer

121.5 MHz

Answer

126.7 MHz

Answer

122.0 MHz

Question 2

A steady green light gun signal directed at a glider on the ground means:

Accepted Answer

Cleared for takeoff

Answer

Return to starting point

Answer

Exercise extreme caution

Answer

Stop immediately

Question 3

What does CTAF stand for in aviation communications?

Accepted Answer

Common Traffic Advisory Frequency

Answer

Certified Terminal Approach Frequency

Answer

Controlled Traffic Advisory Function

Answer

Common Terminal Airfield Frequency

Question 4

A flashing red light gun signal directed at an aircraft in flight means:

Accepted Answer

Airport unsafe — do not land

Answer

Cleared to land

Answer

Return for landing

Answer

Give way to other aircraft

Question 5

Which frequency is designated as the international aeronautical emergency frequency?

Accepted Answer

121.5 MHz

Answer

122.8 MHz

Answer

126.7 MHz

Answer

123.45 MHz

Question 6

When must a pilot establish two-way radio communication with ATC before entering airspace?

Accepted Answer

Class C airspace

Answer

Class G airspace

Answer

Class E airspace below 10,000 feet MSL

Answer

Class F airspace

Question 7

When making CTAF position reports at a non-towered airport, a glider pilot should broadcast at which positions?

Accepted Answer

Entering the pattern, downwind, base, and final

Answer

Only when tow aircraft is within sight

Answer

Only on final approach when other aircraft are visible

Answer

Only when requested by other pilots in the area