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Chapter 3.2 - Basic RTF Procedures Flashcards

1
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What is A / Z / B / Y / C in Phonetic Alphabet?

A

Alpha / Zulu / Bravo / Yankee / Charlie.

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What is X / D / W / E / V in Phonetic Alphabet?

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X-Ray / Delta / Whiskey / Echo / Victor.

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What is F / U / G / T / H in Phonetic Alphabet?

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Foxtrot / Uniform / Golf / Tango / Hotel.

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What is S / I / R / J / Q / K in Phonetic Alphabet?

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Sierra / India / Romeo / Juliet / Quebec / Kilo.

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What is P / L / O / M / N in Phonetic Alphabet?

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Papa / Lima / Oscar / Mike / November.

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6
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In what format does a Pilot transmit a message using number?

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Single Digits.

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7
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Describe the Callsign VH-YTC in a Transmission?

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Victor / Hotel – Yankee / Tango / Charlie.

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Describe the Callsign VH-YNJ in a Transmission?

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Victor / Hotel – Yankee / November / Juliet

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Describe the Callsign VH-TGX in a Transmission?

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Victor / Hotel – Tango / Golf / X-Ray.

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10
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Describe the Altitude of 15700ft in a Transmission?

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Altitude / 1, 5 (thousand) / 7 (hundred).

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Describe the Altitude of 9300ft in a Transmission?

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Altitude / 9er (thousand) / 3 (hundred).

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Describe Visibility of 900m in a Transmission?

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Visibility / 9er (hundred) / Metres.

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Describe Visibility of 2800m in a Transmission?

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Visibility / 2 (thousand) / 8 (hundred) / Metres.

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14
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Describe FL 190 in a Transmission?

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Flight Level / 1 / 9er / 0.

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15
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Describe FL 270 in a Transmission?

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Flight Level / 2 / 7 / 0.

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16
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Describe Speed of 95kts in a Transmission?

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9er / 5 / Knots.

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17
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Describe Speed of 63kts in a Transmission?

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6 / 3 / Knots.

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18
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Describe Speed of MN 0.85 in a Transmission?

A

Mach / Decimal / 8 / 5.

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19
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Describe Heading of 275° in a Transmission?

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Heading / 2 / 7 / 5.

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20
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Describe Heading of 090° in a Transmission?

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Heading / 0 / 9er / 0.

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21
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Describe Wind Speed and Direction of 110/25 in a Transmission?

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Wind / 1 / 1 / 0 / Degrees / 2 / 5 / Knots.

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Describe Wind Speed and Direction of 235/19 in a Transmission?

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Wind / 2 / 3 / 5/ Degrees / 1 / 9ner / Knots.

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23
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Describe Altimeter Pressure Settings of 1013 in a Transmission?

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QNH / 1 / 0 / 1 / 3.

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24
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Describe Altimeter Pressure Settings of 980 in a Transmission?

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QNH / 9er / 8 / 0.

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25
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Describe RWY 21L in a Transmission?

A

Runway / 2 / 1 / Left.

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Describe RWY 04R in a Transmission?

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Runway / 0 / 4 / Right.

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27
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When transmitting a Frequency number, what should a Pilot remember to say?

A

Decimal.

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28
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When using Frequencies such as LF/MF/HF, what word should be added to the end?

A

Kilohertz (kHz).

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29
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Describe the Frequency of 125.75 in a Transmission?

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1 / 2 / 5 / Decimal / 7 / 5.

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Describe the Frequency of 118.30 in a Transmission?

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1 / 1 / 8 / Decimal / 3.

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31
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Describe 3459 kHz in a Transmission?

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3 / 4 / 5 / 9er / Kilohertz.

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32
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Describe 740 kHz in a Transmission?

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7 / 4 / 0 / Kilohertz.

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33
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Describe 4:15pm in a Transmission?

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Time / 1 / 6 / 1 / 5.

34
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Describe 8:45am in a Transmission?

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Time / 0 / 8 / 4 / 5.

35
Q

In Meteorology, what does OKTA mean?

A

1/8th of the Sky.

36
Q

Describe 5/8th of a Sky filled with Clouds?

37
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Describe 2/8th of a Sky filled with Clouds?

38
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What does CAVOK mean?

A

Cloud and Visibility are Okay.

39
Q

Define ‘Acknowledge’ in a Transmission?

A

Let me know you have received and understood this message.

40
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Define ‘Affirm’ in a Transmission?

41
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Define ‘Approved’ in a Transmission?

A

Permission granted.

42
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Define ‘Break’ in a Transmission?

A

Declaring a separation of message.

43
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Define ‘Cancel’ in a Transmission?

A

Annul the previous transmission.

44
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Define ‘Check’ in a Transmission?

A

To examine a particular system or procedure. An answer is expected.

45
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Define ‘Cleared’ in a Transmission?

A

Authorised to proceed.

46
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Define ‘Confirm’ in a Transmission?

A

Did you receive the follow transmission.

47
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Define ‘Correct’ in a Transmission?

A

That is correct.

48
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Define ‘Correction’ in a Transmission?

A

Indicating an Error in the previous transmission.

49
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Define ‘Disregard’ in a Transmission?

A

Consider that transmission as not sent.

50
Q

Define ‘Go Ahead’ in a Transmission?

A

Proceed with your message.

51
Q

Define ‘How Do You Read’ in a Transmission?

A

What is the readability of my transmission.

52
Q

Define ‘I Say Again’ in a Transmission?

A

I repeat for clarity.

53
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Define ‘Monitor’ in a Transmission?

A

Listen out on (frequency).

54
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Define ‘Negative’ in a Transmission?

A

No or permission not granted

55
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Define ‘Read Back’ in a Transmission?

A

Repeat all of the previous message exactly as received.

56
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Define ‘Re-Cleared’ in a Transmission?

A

A change made in a previous clearance. Use this transmission instead.

57
Q

Define ‘Report’ in a Transmission?

A

Send me the following information.

58
Q

Define ‘Request’ in a Transmission?

A

I would like to know/obtain (information).

59
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Define ‘Say Again’ in a Transmission?

A

Repeat all of the previous message.

60
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Define ‘Speak Slower’ in a Transmission?

A

Reduce the rate of speech.

61
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Define ‘Stand By’ in a Transmission?

A

Wait and I will call you back.

62
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Define ‘Verify’ in a Transmission?

A

Check and confirm.

63
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Define ‘Wilco’ in a Transmission?

A

I understand your message and will comply.

64
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Which 3 words should only be used if communication is difficult?

A
  • Over.
  • Out.
  • Words Twice.
65
Q

Although loss of communication procedures differ to the type of Airspace, common to all procedures is the need to maintain what?

A

Terrain Clearance.

66
Q

When facing a loss of communication, what should a Pilot do first?

A

Decipher the problem yourself.

67
Q

If a Pilot experiences loss of Radio communication how should they Broadcast a message (assuming the transmitter is working)?

A

Transmitting Blind.

68
Q

What Squawk Code is used to signal Loss of Radio Communication on a Transponder?

69
Q

What type of Radio calls take priority over all other Radio calls?

A

Distress/Emergency.

70
Q

Name 4 situations that would require a Distress Call?

A
  • Engine/Structural Failure.
  • Serious Mechanical/Structural Damage.
  • Fire in some part of an Aircraft.
  • Weather Conditions below the minimum VMC for VFR.
71
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What does a Distress Call begin with?

A

MAYDAY (x3).

72
Q

Name the sequence for making a Distress Call (7)?

A
  • Prefix.
    (MAYDAY / MAYDAY / MAYDAY).
  • Station Pilot is calling.
    (PARAFIELD TOWER).
  • Aircraft Callsign.
    (VH-TGX).
  • Nature of Distress.
    (ENGINE FAILURE).
  • Pilot’s Intention.
    (FORCED LANDING).
  • Present Position, Level and Heading.
    (5 MILES NORTH WEST OF PARAFIELD, 3500FT, 135M).
  • Other useful information.
73
Q

When declaring an Emergency what Squawk Code should be used?

74
Q

Define ELT and when should it be used?

A

Emergency Locator Transmitter and should be used when force landing an Aircraft.

75
Q

What does an Urgency Call begin with?

A

PAN PAN (x3)

76
Q

What’s the difference between a Distress and Urgency Call?

A
  • Distress = an Aircraft in imminent danger.

- Urgency = an Aircraft NOT in imminent danger.

77
Q

Name 5 situations that would require an Urgency Call?

A
  • A passenger on board requires assistance.
  • Experiencing Navigational Difficulties.
  • Aircraft Performance Issues.
  • Another Aircraft in difficulties and requires urgent assistance.
  • Due to Technical/Weather conditions you are required to change Airspace.
78
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Name the sequence for making an Urgency Call (7)?

A
  • Prefix.
    (PAN PAN / PAN PAN / PAN PAN).
  • Station Pilot is calling.
    (PARAFIELD TOWER).
  • Aircraft Callsign.
    (VH-TGX).
  • Nature of Distress.
    (PASSENGER SUSPECTED HEART ATTACK).
  • Pilot’s Intention.
    (LANDING AS SOON AS POSSIBLE).
  • Present Position, Level and Heading.
    (5 MILES NORTH WEST OF PARAFIELD, 3500FT, 135M).
  • Other useful information.
    (REQUEST AMBULANCE TO MEET).
79
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What Squawk Code should be used before declaring a PAN PAN call?

80
Q

Name the sequence for testing Radio communication by a Pilot (4)?

A
  • Callsign of Station.
    (PARAFIELD TOWER).
  • Aircraft Callsign.
    (VH-TGX).
  • Signal / Preflight / Radio Check.
  • Frequency being used.
81
Q

In the interest of Safety, a Pilot should test the Radio communication for it’s what?

A

Readability (using a scale of 1-5).

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