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What is the primary responsibility of the ground controller?
What is the primary responsibility of the ground controller?
- Issuing takeoff and landing clearances
- Coordinating with the terminal for gate assignments
- Ensuring the safety of taxiing aircraft (correct)
- Monitoring air traffic in the control tower
When issuing taxi instructions, what word should the ground controller avoid using?
When issuing taxi instructions, what word should the ground controller avoid using?
- Hold
- Cleared (correct)
- Taxi
- Proceed
Who is permitted to use the word 'cleared' when communicating with aircraft?
Who is permitted to use the word 'cleared' when communicating with aircraft?
- Clearance delivery controller and local controller (correct)
- Flight data controller and ground controller
- Local controller and terminal controller
- Ground controller and terminal controller
What information should the ground controller include when issuing taxi instructions to the pilot?
What information should the ground controller include when issuing taxi instructions to the pilot?
In which areas is the ground controller permitted to exercise control authority?
In which areas is the ground controller permitted to exercise control authority?
What is the primary responsibility of the local controller?
What is the primary responsibility of the local controller?
Which aircraft is classified under Category II for runway separation purposes?
Which aircraft is classified under Category II for runway separation purposes?
What is included in Category III for runway separation purposes?
What is included in Category III for runway separation purposes?
What is the requirement for departing aircraft separation on the same runway?
What is the requirement for departing aircraft separation on the same runway?
Which aircraft is not included in Category II for runway separation purposes?
Which aircraft is not included in Category II for runway separation purposes?
Study Notes
Ground Controller Responsibilities
- Primary responsibility of the ground controller is to ensure safe and efficient movement of aircraft on the ground.
Taxi Instructions
- When issuing taxi instructions, the ground controller should avoid using the word "cleared" as it is only permitted to be used by authorized personnel when communicating with aircraft.
- Taxi instructions should include necessary information for the pilot, such as route, any restrictions, and other relevant details.
Control Authority
- The ground controller is permitted to exercise control authority in designated areas, including movement areas and aprons.
Local Controller Responsibilities
- Primary responsibility of the local controller is to ensure safe and efficient movement of aircraft in the vicinity of the airport.
Runway Separation
- Category II for runway separation purposes includes aircraft with a wingspan of 49 feet (15 meters) or more, but less than 79 feet (24 meters).
- Category III for runway separation purposes includes aircraft with a wingspan of 79 feet (24 meters) or more.
- For departing aircraft, a minimum of 3-4 minutes of separation is required on the same runway.
- Aircraft with a wingspan of less than 49 feet (15 meters) are not included in Category II for runway separation purposes.
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Description
Test your knowledge of control tower operations with this quiz on the four operating positions in a control tower. Learn about the duties of the flight data controller, clearance delivery controller, ground controller, and local controller. This quiz covers the specific responsibilities of the ground controller, including ensuring the safety of taxiing aircraft and issuing instructions to vehicles around the airport.
