Instrument Approach Procedures and Navigation Systems Quiz

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According to the document, what is the definition of 'Aerodrome elevation'?

The average elevation of the landing area

The elevation of the runway

The elevation of the lowest point of the landing area

The elevation of the highest point of the landing area (correct)

What is the definition of 'Alternate aerodrome'?

An aerodrome that is used as a backup for en-route flights

An aerodrome that is used as a backup for landing (correct)

An aerodrome that is used as a backup for maintenance

An aerodrome that is used as a backup for take-off

What is the definition of 'Altitude'?

The horizontal distance of a level or an object

The vertical distance of a level, a point or an object measured from the ground

The vertical distance of a level, a point or an object measured from mean sea level (correct)

The height of an aircraft above the ground

Which type of instrument approach procedure is designed for 3D instrument approach operations Type A or B?

SBAS CAT I Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the intermediate fix (IF) in RNAV applications?

Marks the beginning of the intermediate segment Signup and view all the answers

What does LPV stand for in the context of approach charts?

Localizer Performance with Vertical guidance Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum descent altitude/height (MDA/H) referenced to in a circling approach?

Aerodrome elevation Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is the correct definition of a Balked Landing?

A landing manoeuvre that is unexpectedly discontinued at any point below the OCA/H. Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is the correct definition of a Circling Approach?

An extension of an instrument approach procedure which provides for visual circling of the aerodrome prior to landing. Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is the correct definition of Controlled Airspace?

An airspace of defined dimensions within which air traffic control service is provided in accordance with the airspace classification. Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is the correct definition of Decision Altitude (DA) or Decision Height (DH)?

A specified altitude or height in a 3D instrument approach operation at which a missed approach must be initiated if the required visual reference to continue the approach has not been established. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of approach procedure is designed for 2D instrument approach operations?

Non-precision approach (NPA) procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a non-precision approach (NPA) procedure and an approach procedure with vertical guidance (APV)?

NPA procedures provide lateral navigation guidance only, while APV procedures provide both lateral and vertical navigation guidance. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary navigational reference for the GBAS landing system (GLS)?

Computer-generated navigation data from ground-based, space-based, self-contained navigation aids or a combination of these Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is the correct definition of a significant point in aviation?

A point expressed as radials, bearings, and/or distances from ground-based navigation aids Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Standard Instrument Arrival (STAR) in aviation?

To link a significant point with a point where a published instrument approach procedure can be commenced Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Transition level' refer to in aviation?

The lowest flight level available for use above the transition altitude Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a flyover waypoint in aviation?

To initiate a turn in order to join the next segment of a route or procedure Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is the correct definition of obstacle clearance altitude (OCA) or obstacle clearance height (OCH)?

The lowest altitude above mean sea level used in establishing compliance with appropriate obstacle clearance criteria. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an obstacle free zone (OFZ)?

To provide airspace above the inner approach surface, inner transitional surfaces, and balked landing surface that is not penetrated by any fixed obstacle. Signup and view all the answers

What is a point-in-space (PinS) approach?

An approach procedure designed for helicopters only that includes both a visual and an instrument segment. Signup and view all the answers

What is a procedure turn?

A manoeuvre in which a turn is made away from a designated track followed by a turn in the opposite direction to permit the aircraft to intercept and proceed along the reciprocal of the designated track. Signup and view all the answers