Air Traffic Rules and Procedures Flashcards

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

Answer: Establish two-way radio communication with ATC

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

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

Answer: Airport unsafe — do not land

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

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

Answer: Odd thousands plus 500 feet

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

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

Answer: Return to starting point on the airport

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

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

Answer: Downwind leg

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

What is the maximum speed allowed within 4 nautical miles of a Class C or D airport below 2,500 feet AGL?

Answer: 200 knots

FAR 91.117 limits aircraft to 200 knots when within 4 NM of a Class C or D airport below 2,500 feet AGL.