ATC Misc Flashcards
Define aerodrom
A defined area (including any buildings, installations and equipment) on land or water or a fixed, fixed off-shore or floating structure intended to be used wholly or in part for the arrival, departure and surface movement of aircraft.
What are the two types of aerodrome?
- Controlled (Has ATS)
- Uncontrolled
Define taxiway
A defined path on a land aerodrome established for the taxiing of aircraft and intended to provided a link between one part of the aerodrome to another.
What are the 3 types of taxiway?
- Aircraft stand taxi-lane
- Apron taxiway
- Rapid exit taxiway
Define manoeuvring area
The part of an aerodrome to be used for the take-off, landing and taxiing of aircraft, excluding aprons.
Define movement area
The part of an aerodrome to be used for the take-off, landing and taxiing of aircraft, consisting of the manoeuvring area and the apron.
What are 5 factors that may affect aerodrome layout?
- Geography
- Topography
- Human settlements
- Communications
- Aerodrome users
What is an aerodrome hotspot?
A location on the aerodrome movement area with a history or potential risk of collision or runway incursion and where heightened attention is necessary.
Define runway
A defined rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the take-off and landing of aircraft. (Can also be sand, grass or water.)
List 5 factors affecting runway in use?
- Surface wind or, if calm, 2000ft wind.
- Available approach aids
- Taxiway systems
- Noise sensitive areas
- Other adjacent aerodromes
What are the 5 stages of a circuit?
- Climb out
- Cross wind
- Down wind
- Base leg
- Final approach
Define ATS
An air traffic service is a generic term meaning variously: flight information service, alerting service air traffic advisory service or air traffic control service.
What is D&D?
Distress and diversion.
List 5 airport facilities?
- ATC
- Fire and rescue
- Police
- Met station
- Catering
List 5 generic ATS equipment?
- Electronic flight strips
- Radio and telephone panel
- UTC clock
- Surveillance display
- ADIS monitor