PSTAR Air Traffic Rules and Procedures 3

Question 1

What right-of-way does an aircraft on final approach to land have?

Accepted Answer

It yields to aircraft already on final below it

Answer

An aircraft on final approach must give way to another aircraft that is lower and already established on final.

Question 2

When must aircraft position lights be illuminated?

Accepted Answer

Sunset to sunrise

Answer

FAR 91.209 requires aircraft to display position lights from sunset to sunrise.

Question 3

What does the term 'NORDO' refer to in aviation?

Accepted Answer

No radio communication capability

Answer

NORDO means an aircraft has no radio communication capability or its radio has failed.

Question 4

At an uncontrolled airport, what is the recommended procedure before entering the traffic pattern?

Accepted Answer

Make a 45-degree entry to the downwind leg

Answer

The recommended procedure at uncontrolled airports is to enter the traffic pattern at a 45-degree angle to the midpoint of the downwind leg.

Question 5

What does a flashing red light from the tower mean to an aircraft in the air?

Accepted Answer

Give way and continue circling

Answer

A flashing red light directed at an aircraft in flight means to give way to other aircraft and continue circling.

PSTAR - Pre Solo Test of Air Regulation Practice Test