PSTAR Air Traffic Rules and Procedures 2

Question 1

What action must a pilot take before entering Class D airspace?

Accepted Answer

Establish two-way radio communication with ATC

Answer

Before entering Class D airspace, the pilot must establish two-way radio communication with the controlling ATC facility.

Question 2

A steady red light signal from ATC to an aircraft in flight means:

Accepted Answer

Airport unsafe — do not land

Answer

A steady red light to an aircraft in flight means the airport is unsafe and the aircraft should not land.

Question 3

What are the VFR cruising altitude rules for flights above 3,000 feet AGL on magnetic courses 0–179 degrees?

Accepted Answer

Odd thousands plus 500 feet

Answer

On eastbound courses (0–179°), VFR aircraft must fly at odd thousands plus 500 feet (e.g., 3,500, 5,500).

Question 4

What does a flashing white light signal from the tower mean to an aircraft on the ground?

Accepted Answer

Return to starting point on the airport

Answer

A flashing white light signal directed at an aircraft on the ground means to return to the starting point on the airport.

Question 5

Which leg of the traffic pattern is flown parallel to the runway in the direction of landing?

Accepted Answer

Downwind leg

Answer

The downwind leg is flown parallel to the runway in the opposite direction of landing at pattern altitude.

PSTAR - Pre Solo Test of Air Regulation Practice Test