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*AIM Chapter 6 Emergency Procedures Flashcards

Emergency Procedures

1
Q

In the case of emergencies, distress is defined as?

A

A condition of being threatened by serious and/or imminent danger and of requiring immediate assistance.

Pilot/Controller Glossary

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In the case of emergencies, urgency is defined as?

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A condition of being concerned about safety and of requiring timely but not immediate assistance; a potential distress condition.

Pilot/Controller Glossary

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An aircraft is in at least an urgency condition when?

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The moment the pilot becomes doubtful about position, fuel endurance, weather, or any other condition that could adversely affect flight safety.

AIM 6-1-2

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4
Q

When a distress or urgency condition is encountered, the pilot of an aircraft with a coded radar beacon transponder, who desires to alert a ground radar facility should do what?

A

Squawk 7700 (emergency) and immediately establish communications with the ATC facility.

AIM 6-2-2

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5
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What frequencies can ELTs operate on?

A

121.5 MHz
243.0 MHz
406 MHz (digital)

AIM 6-2-4

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6
Q

ELTs will operate continuously for at least ____ once activated?

A

48 hours

AIM 6-2-4

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7
Q

True/False: The Federal Communications Commission requires 406 MHz ELTs be registered with NOAA.

A

True

AIM 6-2-4

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8
Q

The Cospas-Sarsat system has announced the termination of satellite monitoring and reception of the 121.5 MHz and 243.0 MHz frequencies in what year?

A

2009

AIM 6-2-4

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9
Q

Can I test an ELT while airborne?

A

No

AIM 6-2-4

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10
Q

How should analog ELTs be tested?

A

During the first 5 minutes after any hour. Tests should be no longer than 3 audible sweeps If tests need to be made outside this time, it should be coordinated with the nearest FAA control tower or FSS.

AIM 6-2-4

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Q

What should be included in a report of a possible emergency ELT transmission?

A

1) Your position at the time the signal was first heard.
2) Your position at the time the signal was last heard.
3) Your position at maximum signal strength.
4) Your flight altitudes and frequency on which the signal was heard. If possible, positions should be given relative to a navigation aid and if the aircraft has homing equipment, provide the bearing to the emergency signal with each reported position.

AIM 6-2-4

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12
Q

Normal practice for Search and Rescue is to wait for what with regards to a 121.5/243.0 signal.

A

Wait for a confirmation of an alert by additional satellite passes or through confirmation of an overdue aircraft or similar notification. This process could take hours.

AIM 6-2-4

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13
Q

The life expectancy of an injured survivor decreases as much as ___ during the first ___hours, while the chances of survival of uninjured survivors rapidly diminishes after the first ___ days.

A

80%, 24 hours, 3 days (AIM 6-2-6)

AIM 6-2-6

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14
Q

What is the minimum height for ground-air visual code for use by survivors?

A

10 feet or higher

AIM 6-2-6

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15
Q

If a crash site is marked with a yellow cross, then…

A

The crash has already been reported and identified.

AIM 6-2-6

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Q

Ground-Air visual code for use by survivors: V

A

Message: require assistance

AIM 6-2-6

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17
Q

Ground-Air visual code for use by survivors: X

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Message: require medical assistance

AIM 6-2-6

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Ground-Air visual code for use by survivors: N

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Message: No or Negative

AIM 6-2-6

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19
Q

Ground-Air visual code for use by survivors: Y

A

Message: Yes or Affirmative

AIM 6-2-6

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20
Q

Does emergency frequency (121.5) capability extend to the radar coverage limits of an ARTCC?

A

Normally no, If an ARTCC does not respond when called on 121.5 or 243.0, call the nearest tower or FSS.

AIM 6-3-1

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21
Q

Ground-air visual code for use by ground search parties: LLL

A

Operation completed

AIM 6-2-6

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22
Q

Ground-air visual code for use by ground search parties: XX

A

We are not able to continue. Returning to base.

AIM 6-2-6

23
Q

Ground-air visual code for use by ground search parties: NN

A

Nothing found. Will continue search.

AIM 6-2-6

24
Q

Affirmative reply from aircraft?

A

Dip nose of plane several times

Figure 6-2-14

25
Q

Negative reply from aircraft?

A

Fishtail plane

Figure 6-2-15

26
Q

Signal for “message received and understood”(aircraft)?

A

Day or moonlight-rocking wings
Night-green flashed from signal lamp

Figure 6-2-16

27
Q

Message received and not understood(aircraft)?

A

Day or moonlight-making a complete right hand circle Night-red flashes from a signal lamp.

Figure 6-2-17

28
Q

Aircraft in distress should begin radio transmission with?

A

MAYDAY x3

AIM 6-3-1

29
Q

Aircraft in an urgency condition should begin radio transmission with?

A

PAN-PAN x3

AIM 6-3-1

30
Q

Emergency frequencies for distress and urgency communications?

A

121.5 MHz and 243.0 MHz

AIM 6-3-1

31
Q

What is the proper procedure for ditching a light aircraft?

A

On the crest of the swell if parallel On the backside of the swell if landing on face Into the wind where possible

AIM 6-3-3

32
Q

For what things should you notify an FSS for if you filed a VFR or DVFR flight plan?

A
  1. If you land at a location other than your original destination (report your landing and advise them of your original destination)
  2. If you land enroute and are delayed more than 30 min (report this info and give them your original destination)
  3. If your ETE changes by 30 min or more, report a new ETA to the newest FSS (and give them your original destination)

AIM 6-2-6

33
Q

When will search and rescue procedures start after you file a VFR flight plan?

A

30 min after your ETA

AIM 6-2-6

34
Q

Laying flat with arms above head

A

Need medical assistance - Urgent
Used only when life is at stake

Figure 6-2-3

35
Q

Waving one arm overhead

A

All ok

All ok do not wait

Figure 6-2-4

36
Q

Both arms horizontal

A

Long delay

Need mechanical help or parts—long delay

Figure 6-2-6

37
Q

One arm horizontal

A

Short delay

Can proceed shortly, wait if practicable

Figure 6-2-5

38
Q

Make throwing motion

A

Drop message

Figure 6-2-7

39
Q

Cups hands over ears

A

Receiver operates

Our receiver is operating

Figure 6-2-8

40
Q

Both arms waved across face

A

Do not land here

Do not attempt to land here

Figure 6-2-9

41
Q

Both arms forward horizontallly, squatting, and point in direction of landing, repeat.

A

Land Here

Figure 6-2-10

42
Q

White cloth waved horizontally

A

Negative (ground)

Negative (no)

Figure 6-2-11

43
Q

White cloth waves vertically

A

Affirmative (ground)

Affirmative (yes)

Figure 6-2-12

44
Q

Both arms vertical

A

Pick us up

Pick us up plane abandoned

Figure 6-2-13

45
Q

What is the preferred radio callsign of an ARFF on field?

A

_______(location) Command.
Ex. “Washington Command”

AIM 6-5-2

46
Q

A successful aircraft ditching is dependent on three primary factors. In order of importance they are:

A
  1. Sea conditions and wind
  2. Type of aircraft
  3. Skill and technique of the pilot

AIM 6-3-3

47
Q

What is the most important axiom to remember when ditching?

A

Avoid the face of the swell

AIM 6-3-3

48
Q

When ditching, where should the pilot attempt to land when parallel to the swell?

A

On the top or backside of the swell

AIM 6-3-3

49
Q

What speed should a pilot touchdown when ditiching?

A

The lowest speed and rate of descent which permite safe handling and optimum nose up attitude on impact

AIM 6-3-3

50
Q

When will ATC broadcast fuel dumping?

A

Immediately and every 3 minutes thereafter

AIM 6-3-5

51
Q

What does ARFF stand for?

A

Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting

52
Q

ARFF hand signal for recommended evacuation

A

Arm extended from body, and held horizontal with hand upraised at eye level. Execute beckoning arm motion angled backward. Nonbeckoning arm held again body

Figure 6-5-1

53
Q

ARFF hand signal for recommeded stop

A

Arms in front of head - crossed at wrists

Figure 6-5-2

54
Q

ARFF hand signal for emergency contained

A

Arms extended outward and down at a 45 degree angle. Arms moved inward below waistline simultaneously until wrists crossed, then extended outward to starting position

Figure 6-5-3

the Sierra Corporations Annual Newsletter (33 decks)

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