010.06 AIRCRAFT OPS .07 + .08 + .09 (simultaneous rwy ops, SSR transponder, ACAS, regulation on air ops)

Question 1

The definition of ‘dependent parallel approaches’ is (…)

Answer 1

Simultaneous approaches to parallel or near-parallel instrument runways where radar separation minima between aircraft on adjacent extended runway centre lines are prescribed.

Question 2

The definition of ‘independent parallel approaches’ is (…)

Answer 2

Simultaneous approaches to parallel or near-parallel instrument runways where radar separation minima between aircraft on adjacent extended runway centre lines are not prescribed.

Question 3

The definition of ‘near-parallel runways’ is non-intersecting runways whose extended centre lines have an angle of convergence/divergence of (…) degrees or less.

Answer 3

The definition of ‘near-parallel runways’ is non-intersecting runways whose extended centre lines have an angle of convergence/divergence of (15) degrees or less.

Question 4

Modes of operation:

Mode 4: (…)

Answer 4

Modes of operation:

Mode 1: Independent parallel approaches

Mode 2: Dependent parallel approaches

Mode 3: Independent parallel departures

Mode 4: Segregated parallel approaches/departures

Question 5

Modes of operation:

Mode 3: (…)

Answer 5

Modes of operation:

Mode 1: Independent parallel approaches

Mode 2: Dependent parallel approaches

Mode 3: Independent parallel departures

Mode 4: Segregated parallel approaches/departures

Question 6

Modes of operation:

Mode 2: (…)

Answer 6

Modes of operation:

Mode 1: Independent parallel approaches

Mode 2: Dependent parallel approaches

Mode 3: Independent parallel departures

Mode 4: Segregated parallel approaches/departures

Question 7

Modes of operation:

Mode 1: (…)

Answer 7

Modes of operation:

Mode 1: Independent parallel approaches

Mode 2: Dependent parallel approaches

Mode 3: Independent parallel departures

Mode 4: Segregated parallel approaches/departures

Question 8

Describe the term ‘independent paralel departures’.

Answer 8

Mode 3, Independent parallel departures: In this mode, aircraft are departing in the same direction from parallel runways simultaneously

Question 9

Describe the term ‘segregated parallel operations’.

Answer 9

Mode 4, Segregated parallel operations: In this mode, one runway is used for approaches and one runway is used for departures.

Question 10

a) Semi-mixed operations:
1) One runway is used exclusively for approaches while:
i) approaches are being made to the other runway; or Mode (… or …)
ii) departures are in progress on the other runway. Mode (…)
2) -other flashcard-
b) Mixed operations: All modes of operation are possible. Mode 1, 2, 3, 4

Answer 10

a) Semi-mixed operations:
1) One runway is used exclusively for approaches while:
i) approaches are being made to the other runway; or Mode (1 or 2)
ii) departures are in progress on the other runway. Mode (4)
2) -other flashcard-
b) Mixed operations: All modes of operation are possible. Mode 1, 2, 3, 4

Question 11

a) Semi-mixed operations:
1) -other flashcard-
2) One runway is used exclusively for departures while:
i) approaches are being made to the other runway; or Mode (…)
ii) departures are in progress on the other runway. Mode (…)
b) Mixed operations: All modes of operation are possible. Mode 1, 2, 3, 4

Answer 11

a) Semi-mixed operations:
1) -other flashcard-
2) One runway is used exclusively for departures while:
i) approaches are being made to the other runway; or Mode (4)
ii) departures are in progress on the other runway. Mode (3)
b) Mixed operations: All modes of operation are possible. Mode 1, 2, 3, 4

Question 12

Normal operating zone (NOZ): This is airspace of defined dimensions extending to either side of an ILS localizer course and/or MLS final approach track centre line. It extends from (…) to (…).

Answer 12

• Normal operating zone (NOZ)*: This is airspace of defined dimensions extending to either side of an ILS localizer course and/or MLS final approach track centre line. It extends from (the runway threshold) to (the point where aircraft are established on the centre line).
  source: http://www.chcheli.com/sites/default/files/icao_doc_8168_vol_1.pdf

Question 13

No transgression zone (NTZ): a corridor of airspace at least (…) m wide located centrally between the two extended runway centre lines. It extends from (…) to (…).

Answer 13

• No transgression zone (NTZ)*: a corridor of airspace at least (610) m (2 000 ft) wide located centrally between the two extended runway centre lines. It extends from (the nearer runway threshold) to (the point where 1 000 ft vertical separation is reduced).
  source: http://www.chcheli.com/sites/default/files/icao_doc_8168_vol_1.pdf

Question 14

If there are two or more aerodromes in close proximity to each other, the (lowest/highest/average) transition altitude is used as common transition altitude.

Answer 14

If there are two or more aerodromes in close proximity to each other, the (highest) transition altitude is used as common transition altitude.

Question 15

Normal instrument flight rules (IFR) avionics including (…) are required for conducting parallel approaches.

Answer 15

Normal instrument flight rules (IFR) avionics including (full ILS capability) are required for conducting parallel approaches.

Question 16

Guidance material is contained in (ICAO Annex 2 / ICAO Doc 8168 / EASA PANS OPS / the Manual on Simultaneous Operations on Parallel or Near-Parallel Instrument Runways (SOIR) (Doc 9643) ).

Answer 16

Guidance material is contained in (the Manual on Simultaneous Operations on Parallel or Near-Parallel Instrument Runways (SOIR) (Doc 9643) )​.

Question 17

When vectoring to intercept the ILS localizer course or MLS final approach track, the final vector shall be such as to:

1) allow the aircraft to intercept the ILS localizer course or MLS final approach track at an angle not greater than (…) degrees; and
2) provide at least 2 km (1.0 NM) straight and level flight prior to ILS localizer course or MLS final approach track intercept.

Answer 17

When vectoring to intercept the ILS localizer course or MLS final approach track, the final vector shall be such as to:

1) allow the aircraft to intercept the ILS localizer course or MLS final approach track at an angle not greater than (30) degrees; and
2) provide at least 2 km (1.0 NM) straight and level flight prior to ILS localizer course or MLS final approach track intercept.

Question 18

Simultaneous parallel operations require (…) for missed approach procedures and departures.

Answer 18

Simultaneous parallel operations require (diverging tracks) for missed approach procedures and departures.

Question 19

When an aircraft carries a serviceable transponder, the pilot shall operate the transponder (only during daytime/only in IMC/only when flying IFR/at all times during flight).

Answer 19

When an aircraft carries a serviceable transponder, the pilot shall operate the transponder (at all times during flight).

Question 20

In the absence of any ATC directions or regional air navigation agreements, transponder mode and code to be operated is Mode (…) Code (…).

Answer 20

In the absence of any ATC directions or regional air navigation agreements, transponder mode and code to be operated is Mode (A) Code (2000).

Question 21

When the aircraft carries serviceable Mode C equipment, the pilot shall operate this mode (when flying in controlled airspace/at night/when flying IFR/continuously), unless otherwise directed by ATC.

Answer 21

When the aircraft carries serviceable Mode C equipment, the pilot shall operate this mode (continuously), unless otherwise directed by ATC.

Question 22

Pilots shall only SQUAWK IDENT when (…).

Answer 22

Pilots shall only SQUAWK IDENT when (requested by ATC).

Question 23

State the transponder mode and code to indicate:

• a state of emergency: Mode (…) Code (…)
• a Communication failure: Mode (…) Code (…)
• unlawful interference: Mode (…) Code (…)

Answer 23

State the transponder mode and code to indicate:

• a state of emergency: Mode (A) Code (7700)
• a Communication failure: Mode (A) Code (7600)
• unlawful interference: Mode (A) Code (7500)

Question 24

In case of transponder failure after departure ATC units shall attempt to provide for the continuation of the flight to the (nearest suitable aerodrome/destination aerodrome in accordance with the flight plan), (with/without) possible specific restrictions.

Answer 24

In case of transponder failure after departure ATC units shall attempt to provide for the continuation of the flight to the (destination aerodrome in accordance with the flight plan), (with) possible specific restrictions.

Question 25

When the transponder appears to be unserviceable prior to departure and a repair is not possible, then:

(you must indicate the transponder failure in the flight plan, after which the ATC will endeavor to accommodate the continuation of the flight /

departure to the nearest suitable airport where repair can be made is allowed /

you are not allowed to commence the flight).

Answer 25

When the transponder appears to be unserviceable prior to departure and a repair is not possible, then (departure to the nearest suitable airport where repair can be made is allowed).

Question 26

The indications generated by ACAS shall be used by pilots in conformity with, amongst others, the following safety considerations:

a) pilots (shall/shall not) manoeuvre their aircraft in response to traffic advisories (TAs) only;
b) on receipt of a TA, pilots shall use all available information to prepare for appropriate action if (…).

Answer 26

The indications generated by ACAS shall be used by pilots in conformity with, amongst others, the following safety consideration:

a) pilots (shall not) manoeuvre their aircraft in response to traffic advisories (TAs) only;
b) on receipt of a TA, pilots shall use all available information to prepare for appropriate action if (an RA occurs).
* Note — The above restriction in the use of TAs is due to the limited bearing accuracy and to the difficulty in interpreting altitude rate from displayed traffic information.​*

Question 27

In the event of an RA, pilots shall, amongst other things:

1) respond immediately by following the RA as indicated, unless doing so (…);
2) (don’t follow/follow) the RA if there is a conflict between the RA and an air traffic control (ATC) instruction to manoeuvre;

…

4) as soon as possible, as permitted by flight crew workload, notify (…) of the RA, including the direction of any deviation from the current ATC instruction or clearance;

…

Answer 27

In the event of an RA, pilots shall, amongst other things:

1) respond immediately by following the RA as indicated, unless doing so (would jeopardize the safety of the aeroplane);
2) (follow) the RA if there is a conflict between the RA and an air traffic control (ATC) instruction to manoeuvre;

…

4) as soon as possible, as permitted by flight crew workload, notify (the appropriate ATC unit) of the RA, including the direction of any deviation from the current ATC instruction or clearance;

…

Question 28

Pilots shall not manoeuvre their aircraft in response to traffic advisories (TAs) only. This restriction is due to the limited bearing accuracy and to the difficulty in (…) from displayed traffic information.

Answer 28

Pilots shall not manoeuvre their aircraft in response to traffic advisories (TAs) only. This restriction is due to the limited bearing accuracy and to the difficulty in (interpreting altitude rate) from displayed traffic information.

Question 29

Name a reason which may force a pilot to disregard an RA.

Answer 29

• Stall warning
• Wind shear
• GPWS alert

Question 30

When an RA situation is resolved, the pilot should (…) when returning to the current clearance.

Answer 30

When an RA situation is resolved, the pilot should (notify ATC) when returning to the current clearance.

Question 31

It is important to notify the appropriate ATC unit in the case of an RA, because (…).

Answer 31

It is important to notify the appropriate ATC unit in the case of an RA, because (ATC does not know when ACAS issues an RA, so they could issue an instruction contrary to RA indications).