Radio Communications & Procedures Flashcards
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When a remote pilot needs to obtain airport advisory information at an uncontrolled airport, which frequency should they monitor?
Answer: CTAF published in the Chart Supplement
The Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) for each uncontrolled airport is published in the Chart Supplement (formerly A/FD) and may vary by location.
A remote pilot operating near a Class D airport without radio communication capability must:
Answer: Remain clear of the Class D airspace
Without the ability to communicate with the controlling tower, the remote pilot must remain clear of Class D airspace entirely.
What does the term 'UNICOM' refer to in aviation radio communications?
Answer: A non-government air-ground communication station at uncontrolled airports
UNICOM is a non-government communication facility that provides advisory service and airport information at certain uncontrolled airports.
If ATC issues a 'traffic alert' to a manned aircraft in your vicinity while you are operating your UAS, what is your primary responsibility?
Answer: Yield right-of-way to the manned aircraft and take action to avoid collision
UAS operators must always yield right-of-way to manned aircraft and take positive action to avoid any collision risk.
Which of the following best describes a 'Light Gun Signal' in the context of radio communications for sUAS?
Answer: A light signal from the control tower used when radio communication fails with manned aircraft
Light gun signals are tower-issued light signals used to control manned aircraft traffic when radio communications are not possible; sUAS operators should be aware of them near airports.
When making a self-announce call on CTAF, what information must be included?
Answer: Aircraft type, position, altitude, and intentions
A complete CTAF self-announce includes the airport name, aircraft type, position, altitude, and pilot's intentions to inform other traffic.
What is the purpose of reading back ATC clearances and instructions?
Answer: To confirm the pilot heard the instruction and ATC can verify accuracy
Readbacks allow ATC to verify the pilot received the correct information and close the communication loop, preventing dangerous misunderstandings.
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