Radio Communications and ATC Flashcards

What is the correct format for reading a frequency such as 123.45 MHz over the radio?

Answer: One two three decimal four five

Frequencies are read digit by digit with the word 'decimal' replacing the decimal point, per standard aviation phraseology.

Which of the following is the correct way to acknowledge an ATC clearance?

Answer: Read back the key elements of the clearance

ATC requires pilots to read back key elements of clearances to confirm correct understanding and avoid errors.

What does ATC mean when they tell a pilot 'Cleared through Class C airspace'?

Answer: The pilot may transit Class C airspace without additional clearance

This clearance allows the pilot to fly through Class C airspace without needing further authorization for that transit.

What should a pilot do if they hear their call sign followed by 'radio check'?

Answer: Respond with signal readability using the readability scale

A radio check response should include the station called, your call sign, and signal readability (e.g., 'loud and clear' or a numeric readability value).

At what point in the landing sequence should a pilot contact the tower at a controlled airport?

Answer: When entering the downwind leg or as published in the Chart Supplement

Pilots should contact the tower when entering the traffic pattern downwind leg or at the point specified in the Chart Supplement for that airport.

What does the instruction 'Extend downwind' from ATC require a pilot to do?

Answer: Fly a longer downwind leg before turning base

Extending the downwind means flying the downwind leg longer than normal before turning to base, allowing ATC to create spacing between aircraft.

What is the significance of the phrase 'Negative contact' in aviation communications?

Answer: The pilot cannot visually locate the traffic ATC called out

'Negative contact' means the pilot is unable to visually see the traffic that ATC has pointed out.