COMMUNICATION Flashcards
By what time should the ATIS be requested for descent preparation?
Latest 15 min before TOD
What is the definition of “Sterile Cockpit” period?
Starts from engine start or pushback until 10000 ft on departure and from 10000 ft until engine shutdown on arrival
What does cycling of the seat belts sign at 10000 ft signify?
The end or start of the sterile cockpit procedures
What checks can be done if you suspect a communication failure?
Check frequency
Check volume
Use another speaker/headset
Use secondary VHF/HF radio
Try to get a relay via another aircraft
Check squelsh
What are the VHF emergency frequencies?
121.5
243.0
406.0
What is the purpose of 8.33 kHz?
To split the radio spectrum into narrower band widths to make more frequencies available.
What are the 8.33 kHz frequencies between 118.000 to 118.025?
118.005
118.010
118.015
What letter is put in the ATC flight plan under item 10a to indicate 8.33 kHz capability?
“Y”
When is a high HF frequency needed?
Generally, the longer the distance the higher the frequency.
Also the higher the sun, the higher the frequency
How long time before an FIR entry should a CPDLC logon be accomplished?
Approximately 15 min before entry
What are the HF emergency frequencies?
500 kHz
2182 kHz
4125 kHz
8364 kHz
What are the emergency transponder codes?
7500 Interference
7600 Communication failure
7700 Emergency
Remember it by using the ICE acronym
What is the call to cabin to start the alert phase?
“CABIN CREW AT STATIONS”
What is the call to the cabin if alert phase is activated but an evacuation is not required?
“REMAIN SEATED - REMAIN SEATED”
What is the call to cabin to cancel the alert phase?
“CABIN CREW RESUME NORMAL DUTIES”
