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What should the ground controller do if they are unsure the airport controller has heard about the runway being returned?

  • Ignore the uncertainty and proceed
  • Contact the aircraft directly
  • Ask the airport controller to confirm
  • Repeat themselves at a more likely time to be heard (correct)

    • An airport controller must always take for granted their understanding of runway ownership.

    False

    What should the airport controller say to verify ownership of a runway?

    DO I OWN RUNWAY 09?

    Radio checks are performed when radio equipment is ______, repaired, or suspected to be defective.

    <p>installed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following actions with their descriptions:

    <p>Repeat runway information = To ensure the message is understood Verify runway ownership = To confirm control over a specific runway Conduct a radio check = To ensure communication equipment is functioning Respond to radio check = Using plain language or a readability scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be conveyed if a vehicle is entering the runway for non-routine activities?

    <p>It should be relayed in coordination and use concise communication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ground controllers can use the entire runway regardless of tower communications.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one key responsibility of both tower and ground positions regarding runway safety?

    <p>To conduct required visual scans throughout coordination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When tower gives ground restricted ownership of a runway, the restrictions are provided ______.

    <p>verbally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>ROODS = Shows ground ownership of the runway RPA = Runway Protection Area MATS = Manual of Air Traffic Services UOM = Unit Operations Manual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a prescribed phraseology for a snow removal request?

    <p>Request runway zero-nine for snow removal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Both positions must work to ensure safety through visual scans.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could potentially lead to an unsafe situation in runway operations?

    <p>Forgetting or missing any element of the runway ownership procedures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of placing each FDE in the correct bay?

    <p>To maintain situational awareness for the controller</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The status bar in the IWP user interface can change depending on the controller's position.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does FDE stand for?

    <p>Flight Data Entry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In IWP, each vehicle is represented by a ___ (abbreviation).

    <p>VDE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one major challenge with the EXCDS system?

    <p>Inconsistency in colour and meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components to their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>IWP = System for managing flight and vehicle data FDE = Represents each aircraft VDE = Represents each vehicle EXCDS = Predecessor system with color inconsistencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ‘dark cockpit’ principle promotes the extensive use of colors in the IWP.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum role of standardization in the controller's operation?

    <p>To ensure information can be decoded without confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What readability level corresponds to the meaning 'Readable now and then'?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using proper phraseology in ATC is not essential for safe communication.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum readability level a pilot can indicate?

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During heavy traffic, ATC may limit or suspend routine radio maintenance ______.

    <p>checks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an aircraft do if the readability quality remains poor?

    <p>Switch to the back-up radio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the readability levels with their meanings:

    <p>1 = Unreadable 2 = Readable now and then 3 = Readable but with difficulty 4 = Readable 5 = Perfectly readable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is MATS strict about phraseology in ATC communications?

    <p>To prevent miscommunication and ensure safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Poor radio communication is a common issue in ATC due to various factors.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does FOD stand for in the context of runway inspections?

    <p>Foreign Object Debris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Runway inspections occur only once every eight hours regardless of circumstances.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for conducting runway inspections?

    <p>The airport operator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The vehicle conducting runway inspections must drive __________ to observe any obstructions.

    <p>slowly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two major advantages of conducting runway inspections in the same direction as aircraft traffic flow?

    <p>Allows for easier observation of obstructions and less waiting time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ground controller must consider runway inspection requests as a nuisance.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When the vehicle leaves the runway, what action does the ground controller take?

    <p>Returns the runway to the airport controller</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following roles with their responsibilities in runway inspections:

    <p>Airport Operator = Conducts runway inspections Controller = Decides inspection starting point Ground Controller = Coordinates tower and ground communication Vehicle Operator = Conducts inspection in traffic flow direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step the Ground controller must take before an aircraft or vehicle crosses an active runway?

    <p>Obtain approval from the Airport controller</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Airport controller can approve a runway crossing request without any verbal coordination.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in the verbal coordination for runway occupancy?

    <p>The runway number and the portion, point, or intersection where the operation will occur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phraseology used by the Ground controller to request crossing is 'CROSS __________ AT __________.'

    <p>runway ID, point/intersection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the phraseology with the correct scenario:

    <p>CROSS (runway ID) AT (point/intersection) = Request to cross an active runway REQUEST TO PROCEED ONTO (runway ID) AT (point/intersection) = Request for runway access PROCEED onto (runway ID) at (point/intersection) = Approval from Airport controller CROSS RUNWAY TWO-SEVEN AT BRAVO = Specific crossing approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of traffic information may the Ground controller need to provide to the Airport controller?

    <p>Type of ground traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a request cannot be approved, it is automatically withdrawn by the Airport controller.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the request for crossing a runway cannot be approved by the Airport controller?

    <p>The request remains pending until it is either approved or withdrawn by the Ground controller.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Basic Airport Control Course - Lesson 201

    • Controlling on the ground is a course in a student manual
    • The terminal objective is to control vehicles and reposition aircraft on the ground according to the lesson plan.
    • Enabling objectives include coordinating runway ownership, controlling vehicles and aircraft on the manoeuvring area, applying strategies to prevent runway incursions, and transferring position responsibility.
    • References include MATS 2.11 (2024-04-01), TC AIM RAC (2024-03-21), CARS (2023-06-21), Aviation Occurrence Reporting (AOR) Procedures (V19.0), and specific appendices.
    • Training time is 6 hours (theory) and 2 hours (skill).
    • Training aids include a PowerPoint presentation, a phraseology lab (optional), and CBTs (computer-based training) on runway protected areas and tower situational awareness.

    Introduction

    • The lesson will teach the appropriate runway selection, taxiing aircraft, and moving vehicles on manoeuvring areas.
    • The aim is to control vehicles and aircraft safely on the ground and learn strategies to avoid runway incursions.
    • A fundamental skill is safely moving aircraft and vehicles around the airport and transferring position responsibility.
    • Key topics include coordinated runway ownership, control of vehicles and aircraft on the manoeuvring area, strategies for preventing runway incursions, and transfer of position responsibility.

    EO 201.1 Coordinate runway ownership

    • Ground controller controls the manoeuvring area, inactive runways, and inactive taxiways.
    • Airport controller controls active runways.
    • Runway ownership may be in one position or the other, but never both.
    • Owning a runway does not mean owning any vehicles on the runway.
    • Coordination is needed to transfer runway ownership and use of non-owned surfaces.

    Coordination

    • Coordination is needed if a non-owned surface is required.
    • Coordination with the airport controller is needed before taxiing aircraft or ground traffic on a runway being used for landing or takeoff.
    • Ground controller may need to occasionally use active runway(s) for short periods.
    • A landing or takeoff will occur on a runway other than the active.

    Safety Principles for Runway Coordination

    • Tower/ground can only give runway ownership, but not take it.
    • The controller must ask permission to use a runway they do not own.
    • Each runway must have a method to easily indicate current ownership.
    • Distinction between physical runway and RPA (Runway Protected Area).

    Training aids

    • PowerPoint Presentations.
    • Phraseology Lab (optional).
    • CBTs on topics.

    Additional topics

    • Coordination between ground and airport controllers.
    • Conditional requests in runway operations.
    • Runway status display (obstructions).
    • Operational safety net (display of ownership).
    • No conditional requests.
    • Procedures for coordination (March UOM).
    • Safety principles for runway coordination.
    • Runway vs RPA (Runway Protected Area),
    • Data Management (IWP & IWP panels).
    • IWP panels and their various colors/functions.
    • Departure, arrival, overflight and circuit FDEs (Flight Data Entries).
    • ROODS (Runway Ownership and Obstruction Display System).
    • Common use cases for runway coordination (e.g., crossings, inspections).
    • Methods for requesting, approving, and relinquishing runway ownership.
    • Phraseology for coordination (examples for ground and tower).
    • Procedures for conducting visual scans to prevent runway incursions

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    Test your knowledge on airport runway operations and communication protocols. This quiz covers procedures for ground and airport controllers, including handling runway ownership and radio checks. Challenge yourself with matching actions to their descriptions related to airport management.

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