Approach Controller Flashcards
Approach takes over from which controller when an aircraft is approaching an airport?
Area.
Approach Controllers put all approaching aircraft into a…
Sequence.
True or false?
Approach Controllers may also be responsible for the initial phase of flight after departure in some cases (departure control).
True.
What instructions will Approach Controllers issue to aircraft?
Headings, altitudes, speeds and other relevant information (radar specific).
The aircraft spacing depends on…
The weather conditions, the size of the aircraft and the number of aircraft waiting to depart.
Complete the end of the sentence.
WAKE TURBULENCE: Controllers must provide the correct _____________.
Separation.
Complete the gap in the following sentences.
If a B737 is landing AFTER a B747 there must be (a)________ miles separation.
If a B747 is landing AFTER a B737 there must be (b)________ miles separation.
(a) 5
(b) 3
What do major airports have that aircraft will enter if a delay is expected?
Inner and outer holds.
Approach Controllers are most commonly based at…
Airfields.
Approach Controllers for London airports are based at…
Swanwick in the Terminal Control Operations (TCOs) room.
When do Approach Control transfer an aircraft to Aerodrome Control?
When the aircraft is 6-12 miles from the runway.
