Communication Failure Procedures

Question 1

(10-4-4)

What are other ways of attempting to reestablish communication with an aircraft other than:

> emergency frequencies
voice equipped NAVAIDs
FSS
the ARINC

Answer 1

> having the aircraft use its transponder or make turns to acknowledge clearances and answer questions

 - ex: request the aircraft to reply mode 3/A “IDENT”
 - ex: request the aircraft to reply on code 7600 or if already on 7600, the appropriate stratum code
 - ex: request the aircraft the change to “stand-by” for sufficient time for your to be sure that the lack of a target is the result of the requested action

> broadcast a clearance for the aircraft to proceed to its filed alternative airport at the MEA if the aircraft operator concurs

Question 2

(OI: 6(all)

In the event of total communication failure, follow procedures and send a runner to the closest:

Answer 2

Operational facility.

They will contact all concerned agencies. Cell phones may be used to contact necessary agencies.

Question 3

(319 OSS/CBP OL: 5(all)

Answer 3

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Question 4

(319 OSS/CBP OL: 6(all)

Answer 4

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Question 5

(319 OSS/CBP OL: 8(all)

Answer 5

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Question 6

(319 OSS/CBP OL: Atch 1-7)

Answer 6

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Question 7

(GH OL: 4)

Answer 7

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Question 8

(GH OL: 5.6)

Answer 8

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Question 9

(10-4-4)

After attempting to reestablish radio communication for ____ min, consider the aircraft’s or pilot’s activity to be suspicious and report it.

Answer 9

5 min.

Question 9

(OI: 6(all)

After communications are reestablished, perform all necessary:

Answer 9

Equipment check and resume normal operations