Block 5 Exam

Question 1

Loss of Separation

Answer 1

An occurrence in which less than the authorized minimum existed or in which the minimum was not assured

Question 2

If the pilot declares MINIMUM FUEL:

Answer 2

• ask whether an emergency is being declared and give priority if the pilot is declaring an emergency.
• acklowledge the declaration, be alert for delays, and keep the pilot informed of any delays as soon as you become aware
• inform the next sector/unit of the minimum fuel status of the aircraft
• advise the shift manager

Question 3

Leave FDE’s in a “cocked” position if any one of the following conditions exists:

Answer 3

• flight data and control information requiring relay to adjacent sectors/units or aircraft
• traffic estimates requiring integration into a sector
• estimates (pilot or controller) requiring verification
• other potential situations requiring investigation or further action

Question 4

If the ELT source cannot be identified:

Answer 4

• coordinate with adjacent ATS units
• request aircraft to listen on the distress frequencies and to report on the signal
• forward all reported information as it is received

Question 5

When recording a pilot’s report of an ELT signal…

Answer 5

Obtain the signal strength, position, altitude, and time for when the signal was first and last received

Question 6

If an aircraft makes or is observed making an emergency descent, issue instructions:

Answer 6

• to enable all concerned aircraft to vacate the involved airspace at or above the minimum IFR altitude
• to minimize conflict with other aircraft

Question 7

When assisting VFR aircraft encountering IMC:

Answer 7

• issue turns while the aircraft is clear of cloud, to the extent possible, so it will be in a position to fly a straight course while descending in IMC
• avoid frequency changes, except if necessary to provide a clear communications channel
• avoid turns; if any are required, make them shallow
• avoid prolonged climbs on descents
• avoid requesting a climb or descent at the same time as a turn

Question 8

Fuel dumping warnings and notices

Answer 8

• arrange for a notice to be broadcast on appropriate frequencies for uncontrolled traffic at a reasonable time before fuel dumping begins
• arrange for a notice of completion to be broadcast at the end of the warning period

Question 9

If a pilot advises that they are responding to an ACAS/TCAS RA or GPWS/TAWS warning:

Answer 9

• do not attempt to modify the aircraft flight path until the pilot reports returning to the terms of the current ATC clearance or instruction
• provide relevant traffic and collision avoidance information, as appropriate
• inform your supervisor

Question 10

ATS Operating Irregularity (OI)

Answer 10

A situation that occurs when ATS are being provided and when a preliminary investigation indicates that a hazardous situation or a loss of Separation may have occurred