ADS-B

Question 1

What is ADS-B!!

Answer 1

ADS-B continuously BROADCAST aircraft position data to atc replacing radar as the primary surveillance method for controlling aircraft in ADS-B coverage areas

Question 2

ADS-B consist of two services:

Answer 2

ADS-B Out: GNSS and velocity data

ADS-B In: Traffic and graphical weather information

Question 3

The ADS-B Out system is comprised of three categories:

Answer 3

1. Aircraft avionics
2. Ground Stations
3. Controller displays

Question 4

For ADS-B operations what is required to be available at all times?

Answer 4

1. Direct Controller Pilot Communications(voice communications)
2. CPDLC

*Both must be available at all times.

Question 5

Certain jurisdictions may require that ________________ be stated on the flight plan to enable preferred routing reduced separation

Answer 5

ADS-B Capability

Question 6

What computers transmit the necessary data to transponders for ADS-B operations?

Answer 6

FMS, GNSS, and ADC(Air Data Computers)

Question 7

What is the most surefire way to inhibit ADS-B out with transponder?

Answer 7

Select STBY mode.

Question 8

True or False:

Selecting modes A or C will also inhibit ADS-B Out?

Answer 8

False

Question 9

ADS-B operations are automatic once Flight ID has been CORRECTLY entered into the transponder panel. What needs to happen first before this to work correctly,

Answer 9

Aircraft has to be registered with an Aviation Authority as ADS-B Out eligible.

Question 10

What does the A220 use to transmit ADS-B

Answer 10

Mode S transponder that transmits @1090 MHz

Question 11

In addition to data for existing Modes A, C, & S, the parameters transmitted on ADS-B are presented in the slide below

Answer 11

Question 12

In European airspace ADS-B is required for what kind of aircraft?

Answer 12

1. Weighing more than 12,500lbs

2. Operates above 250kts

Question 13

What are the benefits of using ADS-B?

Answer 13

1. Reduced fuel cost
2. Reduced flight time
3. Direct routes can be used in no radar coverage.