SIFT Aviation Regulations and Airspace Questions and Answers Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a transponder Mode C in aviation?
Answer: To provide ATC with the aircraft's altitude in addition to its position
Mode C transponders automatically encode and transmit the aircraft's pressure altitude along with its squawk code, giving ATC both position and altitude data.
What squawk code should a pilot set when experiencing radio failure?
Answer: 7600
Squawk 7600 is the universal code for radio failure (NORDO), alerting ATC that the aircraft has lost communication capability.
Which of the following is the correct right-of-way rule for two aircraft approaching head-on?
Answer: Both aircraft must turn right
FAA regulations state that when two aircraft are approaching head-on, both pilots must turn right to avoid each other.
What does 'IFR' stand for and when is it required?
Answer: Instrument Flight Rules; required when weather conditions fall below VFR minimums
IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) applies when weather conditions drop below VFR minimums, requiring pilots to rely on instruments and ATC guidance.
What is the meaning of a steady red light signal from an airport control tower to an aircraft in flight?
Answer: Give way to other aircraft and continue circling
A steady red light signal to an aircraft in flight means 'give way to other aircraft and continue circling,' indicating the pilot should not land yet.
What is the maximum speed below 10,000 feet MSL in US airspace (unless otherwise authorized)?
Answer: 250 knots indicated airspeed
FAR 91.117 limits all aircraft to 250 knots indicated airspeed below 10,000 feet MSL in US airspace, unless a higher speed is specifically authorized.