Departure Procedures Flashcards
What is a Radar SID?
A SID that assigns an initial heading and provides radar vectors to a route or fix, with ___________ responsible for _____________ and ____________ avoidance.
A SID that assigns an initial heading and provides radar vectors to a route or fix, with ATC responsible for terrain and obstacle avoidance.
What is a Diverse Vector Area (DVA)?
An area where controllers can assign a “random” ____________ to departing aircraft below the ____________ IFR altitude, assuming it is safe based on a detailed survey of _____________.
An area where controllers can assign a “random” ___________ to departing aircraft below the ____________ IFR altitude, assuming it is safe based on a detailed survey of obstructions.
How do DVAs differ from SIDs in terms of assignment?
DVAs are not assigned in a clearance and can be found in the TPP; SIDs are assigned in an IFR clearance.
Who is responsible for terrain and obstacle avoidance below the minimum IFR altitude if not vectored on a DP or DVA?
The pilot is responsible.
What should be checked to ensure obstacle clearance during departure?
Takeoff obstacle notes in the Terminal Procedures Publication (Section L), NOTAMs, and any departure procedures for the airport and runway.
Where can Departure Procedures (DP) be found?
In the Terminal Procedures Publication (TPP), under Terminal Charts Section or IFR Takeoff Minimums, Departure Procedures, and Diverse Vector Areas (Section L).
What is the minimum climb gradient to maintain obstacle clearance if no DP is listed?
Climbing at least 200 feet per NM.
What altitude should be reached above the departure end of the runway before making the initial turn?
400 feet.
How do you convert feet per NM to feet per minute for climb gradient?
Feet Per Minute = Feet Per NM * Groundspeed / 60.
What is an Obstacle Departure Procedure (ODP)?
A procedure that provides obstacle clearance for the departure to join the enroute phase, which may include nonstandard takeoff minimums and minimum climb gradient.
How can ODPs be found?
Printed textually in Section L of TPP, graphically in charts in TPP, or both.
What is a Standard Instrument Departure (SID)?
A procedure that provides obstacle clearance and reduces pilot/controller workload, printed graphically in TPP, and may include nonstandard takeoff minimums and a transition to the enroute phase.
What must be done if a pilot flies an ODP without ATC assignment?
Advise ATC as soon as possible.
What is a Visual Climb Over Airport (VCOA)?
A procedure that allows the pilot to climb in visual conditions while circling the airport, meeting specified ceiling and visibility minimums, and remaining in visual conditions until reaching the “at or above” altitude.
What must pilots do if they intend to fly a VCOA?
Inform ATC of their intent.
