communications and navigation systems

Question 1

what type of antenna is used for the ATC transponder

Answer 1

a UHF stub antenna

Question 2

what is the preferred location for the ATC transponder antenna

Answer 2

on the center line of the belly of the aircraft as far from any other antenna as is practical

Question 3

what are the three basic types of antennas used in aviation

Answer 3

dipole antenna, marconi antenna, loop antenna

Question 4

what type of antenna are most aircraft VHF communication antennas

Answer 4

marconi antennas

Question 5

how do static wicks aid the aircraft communication radio

Answer 5

static wicks aid in the dissipation of static that builds up on the aircraft. built up static can cause radio receiver interference caused by corona discharge emitted from the aircraft as a result of precipitation static