AIM Chapter 6 Emergency Procedures

Question 1

In the case of emergencies, distress is defined as?

Answer 1

A condition of being threatened by serious and/or imminent danger and of requiring immediate assistance. (P/C Glossary)

Question 2

In the case of emergencies, urgency is defined as?

Answer 2

A condition of being concerned about safety and of requiring timely but not immediate assistance; a potential distress condition. (P/C Glossary)

Question 3

An aircraft is in at least an urgency condition when?

Answer 3

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)

Question 4

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?

Answer 4

Squawk 7700 (emergency) and immediately establish communications with the ATC facility. (AIM 6-2-2)

Question 5

What frequencies can ELTs operate on?

Answer 5

121.5 MHz 243.0 MHz 406 MHz (digital) (AIM 6-2-4)

Question 6

ELTs will operate continuously for at least _____ once activated?

Answer 6

48 hours (AIM 6-2-4)

Question 7

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

Answer 7

True (AIM 6-2-4)

Question 8

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?

Answer 8

2009 (AIM 6-2-4)

Question 9

Can I test an ELT while airborne?

Answer 9

No. (AIM 6-2-4)

Question 10

How should analog ELTs be tested?

Answer 10

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)

Question 11

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

Answer 11

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)

Question 12

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

Answer 12

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)

Question 13

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.

Answer 13

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

Question 14

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

Answer 14

10 feet or higher. (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 15

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

Answer 15

The crash has already been reported and identified. (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 16

Ground-Air visual code for use by survivors: V

Answer 16

Message: require assistance (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 17

Ground-Air visual code for use by survivors: X

Answer 17

Message: require medical assistance (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 18

Ground-Air visual code for use by survivors: N

Answer 18

Message: No or Negative (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 19

Ground-Air visual code for use by survivors: Y

Answer 19

Message: Yes or Affirmative (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 20

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

Answer 20

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)

Question 21

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

Answer 21

Operation completed (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 22

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

Answer 22

We are not able to continue. Returning to base. (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 23

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

Answer 23

Nothing found. Will continue search. (AIM 6-2-6)

Question 24

Affirmative reply from aircraft?

Answer 24

Dip nose of plane several times. (Figure 6-2-14)

Question 25

Negative reply from aircraft?

Answer 25

Fishtail plane (figure 6-2-15)

Question 26

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

Answer 26

Day or moonlight-rocking wings

Night-green flashed from signal lamp

(Figure (6-2-16)

Question 27

Message received and not understood(aircraft)?

Answer 27

Day or moonlight-making a complete right hand circle Night-red flashes from a signal lamp. (Figure 6-2-16)

Question 28

Aircraft in distress should begin radio transmission with?

Answer 28

MAYDAY x3 (AIM 6-3-1)

Question 29

Aircraft in an urgency condition should begin radio transmission with?

Answer 29

PAN-PAN x3 (AIM 6-3-1)

Question 30

Emergency frequencies for distress and urgency communications?

Answer 30

121.5 MHz and 243.0 MHz. (AIM 6-3-1)

Question 31

What is the proper procedure for ditching a light aircraft?

Answer 31

On the crest of the swell if parallel On the backside of the swell if landing on face Into the wind where possible 6-3-3

Question 32

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

Answer 32

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)

Question 33

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

Answer 33

30 min after your ETA

Question 34

Waving one arm overhead

Answer 34

All ok

All ok do not wait

Question 35

Both arms horizontal

Answer 35

Long delay

Need mechanical help or parts—long delay

Question 36

One arm horizontal

Answer 36

Short delay

Can proceed shortly, wait if practicable

Question 37

Make throwing motion

Answer 37

Drop message

Question 38

Cups hands over ears

Answer 38

Receiver operates

Our receiver is operating

Question 39

Both arms waved across face

Answer 39

Do not land here

Do not attempt to land here

Question 40

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

Answer 40

Land Here

Question 41

White cloth waved horizontally

Answer 41

Negative (ground)

Negative (no)

Question 42

White cloth waves vertically

Answer 42

Affirmative (ground)

Affirmative (yes)

Question 43

Both arms vertical

Answer 43

Pick us up

Pick us up plane abandoned

Question 44

How long will an FSS keep a VFR flight plan on file?

Answer 44

1 hour after ETD

Question 45

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

Answer 45

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

Question 46

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

Answer 46

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

Question 47

What is the most important axiom to remember when ditching?

Answer 47

Avoid the face of the swell