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Communication and Airspace Knowledge Flashcards

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  1. When making a self-announce radio call at a non-towered airport, what should be the last item transmitted?

    Answer: The airport name again

    Restating the airport name at the end helps other pilots on shared frequencies identify the relevant traffic.

  2. What does a flashing white light gun signal mean to an aircraft on the ground?

    Answer: Return to starting point on the airport

    A flashing white light on the ground directs the aircraft to return to its starting point on the airport.

  3. Which airspace class does NOT exist in the United States?

    Answer: Class F

    The U.S. uses Classes A, B, C, D, E, and G; Class F is not used domestically.

  4. At what altitude does Class A airspace begin in the United States?

    Answer: 18,000 feet MSL

    Class A airspace extends from 18,000 feet MSL up to and including FL600.

  5. What is required to operate as pilot in command in Class A airspace?

    Answer: An instrument rating and IFR clearance

    All operations in Class A must be conducted under IFR, requiring an instrument rating and clearance.

  6. The phonetic alphabet word for the letter 'W' is which of the following?

    Answer: Whiskey

    In the ICAO phonetic alphabet, 'W' is spoken as 'Whiskey.'

  7. An Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) requires which of the following for entry?

    Answer: A flight plan and continuous transponder/radio contact

    Entering an ADIZ requires a filed flight plan, an operating transponder, and two-way radio communication.