Departure Flashcards
What is the “responsibility and authority of the PIC”?
The PIC is directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to the operation of that aircraft
What are the right-of-way rules pertaining to IFR flight?
When wx permits, vigilance must be maintained to see and avoid other aircraft.
What are the required reports for equipment malfunction under IFR in controlled airspace?
Any loss of VOR, TACAN, ADF or low-frequency navigation receiver capability
GPS anomolies while using IFR-certified GPS/GNSS receivers
Complete or partial loss of ILS receiver capability
Impairment of air/ground communication capability
Loss of any other equipment impairing ability to operate IFR
How can departure clearance be obtained?
From ground control
Over the radio through an RCO or over telephone
Clearance delivery at different airports such as in Class B
From ARTCC once airborne, provided you stay VFR
What does “cleared as filed” mean?
ATC will issue an abbreviated clearance based on the filed route of flight provided the route can be approved with little or no revision
What clearance items are given in an abbreviated IFR clearance?
CRAFT - Clearance limit Route Altitude Frequency Transponder
What does clearance void time mean?
When operating from a non-towered field, a pilot may receive a clearance with provision requiring him to depart by a specified time. ATC normally also provides time to notify ATC, which cannot exceed 30 mins.
What is the purpose of “hold for release” when included in an IFR clearance?
Delays an aircraft’s departure for traffic mgmt purposes. Pilot may not depart on the clearance until a release time or until additional instructions are received.
What mins are necessary for takeoff udner part 91? Under 121,125, 129 or 135?
For 91 - none For 121, 125, 129 or 135: Takeoff mins for the airport, or if none exist, 1SM for two engines or less 1/2SM for three or more engines
What is considered good practice for determining takeoff mins for IFR?
Mins for the IAP at the airport. If none exist, then basic VFR mins of 1000/3
What are DPs and why are they necessary?
Preplanned IFR procedures providing obstruction clearance. They also increase efficiency at busy airports and reduce communication and departure delays. PIlots under part 91 strongly encouraged to use them at night and marginal VMC or IMC.
What are the two types of DPs?
ODP - obstacle departure procedure, doesn’t require ATC clearance
SID - standard instrument departure, requires ATC clearance
What criteria are used to provide obstruction clearance during departure?
Cross end of RWY at or above 35AGL. Climb to 400AGL before initial turn. Maintain climb gradient of 200ft/NM. Greater climb gradients may be specified in the DP.
Must you accept a SID if assigned one?
No. File “No SID” in flight plan. ATC must be immediately advised if SID not in aircraft or if unable.
Where are DPs located?
Listed by airport in “IFR Takeoff Mins and Departure Procedures” section C of Terminal Procedures Publication (TPP)
