SIFT SIFT Aviation Regulations and Airspace Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the purpose of a transponder Mode C in aviation?

Accepted Answer

To provide ATC with the aircraft's altitude in addition to its position

Answer

Mode C transponders automatically encode and transmit the aircraft's pressure altitude along with its squawk code, giving ATC both position and altitude data.

Question 2

What squawk code should a pilot set when experiencing radio failure?

Accepted Answer

7600

Answer

Squawk 7600 is the universal code for radio failure (NORDO), alerting ATC that the aircraft has lost communication capability.

Question 3

Which of the following is the correct right-of-way rule for two aircraft approaching head-on?

Accepted Answer

Both aircraft must turn right

Answer

FAA regulations state that when two aircraft are approaching head-on, both pilots must turn right to avoid each other.

Question 4

What does 'IFR' stand for and when is it required?

Accepted Answer

Instrument Flight Rules; required when weather conditions fall below VFR minimums

Answer

IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) applies when weather conditions drop below VFR minimums, requiring pilots to rely on instruments and ATC guidance.

Question 5

What is the meaning of a steady red light signal from an airport control tower to an aircraft in flight?

Accepted Answer

Give way to other aircraft and continue circling

Answer

A steady red light signal to an aircraft in flight means 'give way to other aircraft and continue circling,' indicating the pilot should not land yet.

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SIFT SIFT Aviation Regulations and Airspace Questions and Answers 2