Radio Communications and ATC Flashcards

When contacting approach control for the first time, what should a pilot include in the initial call?

Answer: Aircraft identification, position, altitude, and request

An initial call to approach control should include aircraft ID, current position, altitude, and the nature of your request so ATC can provide timely service.

What does 'Say again' mean in aviation radio phraseology?

Answer: Repeat your last transmission

'Say again' is the standard phrase requesting the other party to repeat their last message.

A VFR flight departing a towered airport should contact ground control after receiving clearance from which facility?

Answer: Clearance delivery or tower

At a towered airport, a pilot typically receives IFR clearance from clearance delivery (or tower at smaller airports) before contacting ground control for taxi.

What is the primary purpose of a PIREP (Pilot Weather Report)?

Answer: To report in-flight weather conditions observed by pilots

A PIREP is a report made by a pilot describing actual weather conditions encountered during flight, which ATC and other pilots can use.

When should a student pilot make a MAYDAY call?

Answer: When experiencing a situation that poses immediate danger to life or aircraft

MAYDAY is the international distress call used when there is immediate threat to life or the safety of the aircraft.

What is the phraseology a pilot should use to cancel a flight following service with ATC?

Answer: 'Cancel flight following, [aircraft ID]'

To cancel flight following, a pilot should say 'Cancel flight following' along with the aircraft identification.

What does a flashing green light signal from the control tower mean to an aircraft in flight?

Answer: Return for landing

A flashing green light to an aircraft in flight means 'Return for landing,' indicating the pilot should enter the pattern and prepare to land.