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Air Controller Trivia Flashcards

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  1. What is the name of the FAA program that uses satellite-based navigation to provide precision approach capability at airports without ILS?

    Answer: LPV (Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance) via WAAS

    LPV approaches use the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) to provide GPS-based precision approach capability comparable to ILS Cat I.

  2. In ATC, what does the phrase 'resume own navigation' mean?

    Answer: Discontinue the radar vector and proceed as cleared or on flight plan

    When a controller says 'resume own navigation,' the pilot should stop following radar headings and return to flying their filed route or last assigned routing.

  3. Which organization sets global standards for air traffic management procedures and phraseology adopted by most countries?

    Answer: ICAO

    The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) establishes global standards and recommended practices for ATC procedures and phraseology.

  4. What is a 'conflict alert' on an ATC radar display?

    Answer: An automated warning that two aircraft tracks project to come within minimum separation

    Conflict alerts are automated computer warnings triggered when two aircraft are projected to violate separation minima within a specified time window.

  5. What is the minimum visibility required for aircraft operations in Class B airspace under VFR?

    Answer: 3 statute miles

    VFR flight in Class B airspace requires a minimum of 3 statute miles visibility and the aircraft must remain clear of clouds.

  6. An aircraft is cleared for the 'option.' What maneuvers may the pilot perform?

    Answer: Any of: touch-and-go, low approach, missed approach, stop-and-go, or full stop landing

    A clearance for 'the option' gives the pilot flexibility to execute any of five approach endings: touch-and-go, low approach, missed approach, stop-and-go, or full stop.

  7. What is the purpose of a Runway Incursion Prevention program at airports?

    Answer: To prevent unauthorized or unsafe entries onto active runways

    Runway incursion prevention programs focus on eliminating unauthorized aircraft, vehicle, or person entries onto active runways, one of aviation's highest risk events.