GPC Radio Communications and Airport Procedures 3

Question 1

When a glider is operating without a radio near a towered airport, how does ATC communicate with the pilot?

Accepted Answer

Light gun signals

Answer

ATC uses a light gun to provide visual signals to aircraft without radio communication capability.

Question 2

What does a steady white light gun signal mean to an aircraft on the ground?

Accepted Answer

Return to starting point on the airport

Answer

A steady white light to an aircraft on the ground means return to the starting point on the airport.

Question 3

What is the correct phraseology to indicate a transmission has ended and no reply is expected?

Accepted Answer

Out

Answer

'Out' indicates the transmission is complete and no response is expected; 'Over' ends a transmission while inviting a reply.

Question 4

If a glider pilot loses radio communication while operating in Class C airspace, the proper action is to:

Accepted Answer

Attempt to reestablish contact and safely depart the airspace

Answer

The pilot should attempt to reestablish communication and, while watching for light gun signals, safely exit the Class C airspace.

Question 5

Which statement about ATIS (Automatic Terminal Information Service) is correct?

Accepted Answer

ATIS provides continuous broadcasts of current airport information including weather

Answer

ATIS provides continuous recorded broadcasts of airport conditions, weather, active runway, and NOTAMs at busier airports.

GPC - Glider Pilot Certificate Practice Test