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Which term is used to designate an alert phase?

  • Allocation
  • Alternate aerodrome
  • Airway
  • Alerfa (correct)

    • What is an alternate aerodrome?

  • An aerodrome at which an aircraft would be able to land after experiencing an abnormal or emergency condition while en route.
  • An aerodrome from which an aircraft can take off after experiencing an abnormal or emergency condition while en route.
  • An aerodrome to which an aircraft may proceed when it becomes either impossible or inadvisable to proceed to or to land at the aerodrome of intended landing. (correct)
  • An aerodrome at which an aircraft can land should this become necessary shortly after take-off and it is not possible to use the aerodrome of departure.

    • What does the term 'along track distance' refer to?

  • A service provided to notify appropriate organizations regarding aircraft in need of search and rescue aid, and assist such organizations as required.
  • Distribution of frequencies, SSR Codes, etc. to a State, unit or service, Distribution of 24-bit aircraft addresses to a State or common mark registering authority.
  • A situation wherein apprehension exists as to the safety of an aircraft and its occupants.
  • The distance measured from a point-in-space by systems using area navigation reference capabilities that are not subject to slant range errors. (correct)

    • Which type of route is designed for channeling the flow of traffic as necessary for the provision of air traffic services?

    <p>ATS Route</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ATIS stand for?

    <p>Automatic Terminal Information Service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which surveillance technique allows aircraft to automatically provide data derived from on-board navigation and position fixing systems?

    <p>Automatic Dependent Surveillance (ADS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Automated Surface Observation System (ASOS)?

    <p>To support aviation operations and weather forecast activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system is similar to AWOS and ASOS and provides all the weather information furnished by ASOS systems?

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

    What is the purpose of a base turn during the initial approach?

    <p>To transition between the outbound track and the intermediate or final approach track</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a report of 'braking action' provide to pilots?

    <p>A degree/quality of braking that might be expected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a catch point in navigation?

    <p>To serve as a transition point from the high altitude waypoint navigation structure to the low altitude structure or an arrival procedure (STAR)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a cloud of operational significance?

    <p>Cumulonimbus cloud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term CTAF stand for in the context of aviation?

    <p>Common Traffic Advisory Frequency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Community Aerodrome Radio Station (CARS)?

    <p>To provide weather information and accept flight plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a Continuous Descent Final Approach (CDFA) and a Non Precision Approach (NPA)?

    <p>CDFA has no level-off while NPA does</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these best defines Dead Reckoning (DR) Navigation?

    <p>The process of estimating or determining position by advancing an earlier known position using direction, time, and speed data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Decision Altitude (DA) or Decision Height (DH) in precision approach or approach with vertical guidance?

    <p>A specified altitude or height at which a missed approach must be initiated if the required visual reference has not been established.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Data Link Initiation Capability (DLIC)?

    <p>A data link application that provides the ability to exchange addresses, names, and version numbers necessary to initiate data link applications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is the correct definition of QNH?

    <p>The atmospheric pressure setting which causes the altimeter to read altitudes referenced to mean sea level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is the correct definition of MSL Altitude?

    <p>Altitude expressed in feet measured from mean sea level (QNH)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is the correct definition of ARC?

    <p>A deÀned area, on a land aerodrome, intended to accommodate aircraft for purposes of loading or unloading passengers, mail or cargo, fueling, parking or maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of these is the correct definition of ETOPS En Route Alternate?

    <p>A suitable and appropriate alternate aerodrome at which an aeroplane would be able to land after experiencing an engine shutdown or other abnormal or emergency condition while en route in an ETOPS operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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