(1) ATM - Radio Operating Procedures 2 - ADC

Question 1

Why do we need approved phraseology? (2)

Answer 1

• Ensuring uniformity in RTF communications
• If standard phrases are adhered to when composing a message, any possible ambiguity will be reduced to a minimum

Question 2

All radiotelephony communications should respect both formal and informal protocols dictating clarity, brevity, and unambiguity. True or False?

Answer 2

True

Question 3

What are the 3 ground movement key words? (3)

Answer 3

• Aircraft - “Taxi”
• Vehicles - “Proceed”
• Towing - “Tow”

Question 4

When can a crossing (runway) clearance be issued? (2)

Answer 4

• When Aircraft or Vehicle concerned can be seen by both controller and pilot/driver
• No ambiguity

Question 5

See “Radio Operating procedures 2” for different examples of phraseology