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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Widespread sand storm or dust storm

GEN 3.5 : 23

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What would you expect to be received in terms of ident and GP indications where the LLZ is out of service?

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The GP will not be radiated and there will be no identifier.

GEN 3.4 : 2.8.2

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On a SIGWX chart, a jetstream is annotated with 220/400 next to the flight level. What does this mean?

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These indicate the flight levels where the wind is greater than 80 knots. This is only annotated where the jetstream win exceeds 120 knots.

GEN 3.5 : 23

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Hail

GEN 3.5 : 23

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Freezing precipitation

GEN 3.5 : 23

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What does MI mean?

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Shallow

GEN 3.5 : 13

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What constitutes a “low visibility operation”?

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An approach with minima less than precision Cat I, or a take-off with less than 550m visibility.

GEN 2.2 - 16 Definition of “Low visibility procedures”

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What navigation equipment is required for RPT aircraft?

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1 GNSS and 1 VOR, or 2 GNSS (TSO-145 or later), or 1 multisensor unit including IRS and GNSS and approved by CASA. If flight is conducted with reference to ground-based aids, the aircraft requires 2 VORs and 1 DME or GPS.

GEN 1.5 : 2.1, 2.2

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Where a weather report indicates rainfall, what do the two figures represent?

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Rainfall recorded 10 minutes prior to the observations time, and rainfall recorded since 0900 local.

GEN 3.5 : 12.21.1

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What does RA mean?

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Rain

GEN 3.5 : 13

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What defines “light” windshear?

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Shear causing minor excursions from flight path and/or speed.

GEN 3.5 : 6.3.1.2

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Severe squall line

GEN 3.5 : 23

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What radio communication equipment is required for RPT aircraft?

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VHF and HF, or 2 VHF; at least one must be capable of maintaining continuous communication with ATS at all stages of flight, including emergency or abnormal operations.

GEN 1.5 : 1.1, 1.4

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What does GS mean?

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Small hail pellets

GEN 3.5 : 13

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In an RVR report, what does R27/0300D indicate?

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An average RVR of 300m, with a downward trend over the averaging period, on runway 27.

GEN 3.5 : 12.11.3

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What does BR mean?

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Mist

GEN 3.5 : 13

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On a SIGWX chart, what symbols represent wind speed?

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Pennant corresponds to 50 kts
Feather corresponds to 10 kts
Half feather corresponds to 5 kts

GEN 3.5 : 23

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An aircraft with an unservicable weather radar system must not depart under what circumstances?

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Available forecasts indicate probability of thunderstorms or cloud formations associated with severe turbulence anywhere along the route to be flown, including to a planned alternate.

GEN 1.5 : 4.2.1

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What would you expect to be received in terms of ident and LLZ indications where the GP is out of service?

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If the GP is radiating test signals, the LLZ will not be radiated; If the GP is switched off, the LLZ may be radiated with the ident.

GEN 3.4 : 2.8.2

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Mountain waves

GEN 3.5 : 23

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For an aircraft, what constitutes being “in the vicinity”?

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Within 10 nm and at a height that could result in conflict with operations at the aerodrome.

GEN 2.2 - 15 Definition of “In the Vicinity”

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With respect to weather reports, what does VC mean?

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Weather in the vicinity of the aerodrome (between 8 and 16 km).

GEN 3.5 : 12.12.5

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What is the rated coverage of a LLZ?

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At 2,000’ AGL and within 10 degrees of course line: 25nm

Below 5,000’: 30nm

5,000’ and above: 50nm

GEN 1.5 : 2.3

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Tropopause level

GEN 3.5 : 23

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Moderate turbulence

GEN 3.5 : 23

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When must a broadcast be made during TIBA procedures?

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10 minutes before entering the designated airspace;
10 minutes prior to crossing a reporting point;
10 minutes prior to joining or crossing an ATS contingency route;
At 20 minute intervals between distant reporting points;
2 to 5 minutes before a change in flight level;
At the time of change of flight level
At any other time considered necessary.

GEN 3.3 : 7.4.1

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What does UP mean?

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Unknown precipitation type (from weather sensor)

GEN 3.5 : 13

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What two phrases should be used to inform ATC of the start and end of a windshear procedure?

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“Windshear escape” and “Clear of windshear”.

GEN 2.2 : 2.7.7.7

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What does PO mean?

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Dust devils

GEN 3.5 : 13

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What phraseology should be used during a TCAS RA?

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“TCAS RA” and “Clear of conflict, returning to …” or “Clear of conflict, resumed …”

GEN 3.4 : 5.1.1

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For precision approaches, what is the typical decision height and RVR which applies for each category?

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Cat I: DH not lower than 200’, visibility not less than 800m or 550m RVR;

Cat II: DH not lower than 100’, RVR not less than 300m;

Cat IIIA: DH less than 100’ or no DH, RVR not less than 175m;

Cat IIIB: DH less than 50’ or no DH, RVR not less than 50m;

Cat IIIC: No DH or RVR limitations.

GEN 2.2 - 15 Definition of “Instrument Runway”

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What defines “moderate” windshear?

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Shear causing significant effect on control of the aircraft.

GEN 3.5 : 6.3.1.2

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What does FG mean?

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Fog

GEN 3.5 : 13

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A pilot using RNAV INS must notify ATC if the time between updates exceeds:

A

CTA other than OCA: 3 hours for single units, 5 hours for multiple units; OCA CTA: 5 hours for single units, 12 hours for multiple units.

GEN 1.5 : 8.3.1

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What does SQ mean?

A

Squalls

GEN 3.5 : 13

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What does HZ mean?

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Haze

GEN 3.5 : 13

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What is the maximum range of GBAS deviation information for GLS?

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23nm from the GBAS site.

GEN 1.5 : 2.3

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What defines “strong” windshear?

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Shear causing difficulty in keeping the aircraft to desired flight path and/or airspeed.

GEN 3.5 : 6.3.1.2

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What is the difference between “local standby” and “full emergency”?

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Local standby only activates airport-based services, and will be the minimum response to a PAN call. It is appropriate where an aircraft has some defect, but not that would involve any serious difficulty in effecting a safe landing.

Full emergency activates more than just airport-based services. It is applicable where an aircraft is in such trouble that there is a danger of an accident.

GEN 3.6 : 6.2 - 6.3

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Convergence line

GEN 3.5 : 23

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An aircraft with an unservicable GPWS may not depart under what circumstances?

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Where facilities are available to repair or replace the GPWS, or in any case if the GPWS has been unservicable for a period exceeding 24 hours.

GEN 1.5 : 5.2

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What does DU mean?

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Dust

GEN 3.5 : 13

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

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Thunderstorm

GEN 3.5 : 23

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Moderate Icing

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Drizzle

GEN 3.5 : 23

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What does FZ mean?

A

Freezing

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Severe turbulence

GEN 3.5 : 23

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What does DS mean?

A

Dust storm

GEN 3.5 : 13

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Mountain obscuration

GEN 3.5 : 23

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In an RVR report, what does R35/0900 indicate?

A

An RVR value of 900m on runway 35.

GEN 3.5 : 12.11.2

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In a grid point wind and temperature forecast, what do the number values mean?

A

The first two indicate the wind direction (true)
The next three indicate the wind speed
The last two indicate the temperature (negative degrees celsius)

GEN 3.5 : 21.3

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On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Widespread mist

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Tropopause low

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Widespread smoke

GEN 3.5 : 23

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What does FU mean?

A

Smoke

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

When can the estimate of the next position be omitted from an AIREP?

A

In an AIREP SPECIAL, where the report is made other than at a planned reporting point.

GEN 3.5 : 11.1.2

Q

What does PL mean?

A

Ice pellets

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What should a pilot do in the event of a TCAS RA?

A

Immediately conform to the RA indication, unless doing so would jeopardise the safety of the aircraft;
Limit alterations of the flight path to the minimum extent necessary to comply with the RA; and,
Notify ATC, as soon as permitted by workload, wherever an RA requires a deviation from the current clearance.

GEN 1.5 : 7.2.2

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Tropical cyclone

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Radioactive materials in the atmosphere

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

When are category B TAFs issued, and how long are they valid?

A

Issued at 00, 06, 12 and 18 UTC. Valid for 12 or 18 hours.

Q

What conditions apply to an aircraft whose weather radar becomes unservicable during a flight?

A

The aircraft must avoid penetration of any cloud formation likely to be associated with severe turbulence.

GEN 1.5 : 4.2.2

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What does TS mean?

A

Thunderstorms [with]

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What defines “severe” windshear?

A

Shear causing hazardous effects to aircraft controllability.

GEN 3.5 : 6.3.1.2

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What does PR mean?

A

Aerodrome partially covered (used only in conjunction with fog)

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Tropopause high

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

What does FC mean?

A

Funnel clouds

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What is the format of an AIREP POSITION?

A

AIREP [POSITION]
Callsign
Position
Time
Flight level
Next position at time
If requested or appropriate, Following Point (next waypoint)

GEN 3.4 Appendix 2

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Volcanic eruption

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what defines the beginning or end of the jetstream?

A

A wind speed above 80 knots.

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Inter-tropical convergence zone

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Widespread fog

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Widespread haze

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

What is the difference between ISOL, OCNL, FRQ and EMBD?

A

ISOL - isolated, i.e. individual

OCNL - occasional, i.e. well separated

FRQ - frequent, i.e. little or no separation

EMBD - embedded, embedded in other layers or concealed by haze

GEN 3.5 : 23

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What does an RNP value indicate?

A

A distance in nm which the flight should be within for at least 95% of the total flying time.

GEN 2.2 - 21 Definition of “RNP Type”

Q

What does it mean where an RVR value is preceded by the letter “M”?

A

The RVR value is less than the minimum which can be assessed by the system in use, or is less than 50m.

GEN 3.5 : 12.11.8

Q

What does SH mean?

A

Showers [of]

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

When are international/cat A TAFs issued, and how long are they valid?

A

Issued at 00, 06, 12, and 18 UTC. Valid for 24 or 30 hours.

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Severe Icing

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

What does SS mean?

A

Sand storm

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What does SG mean?

A

Snow grains

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

RVSM allows what separation standard at what altitudes?

A

1,000’ separation from FL290 to FL410 inclusive.

GEN 1.5 : 9.1

Q

What does DR mean?

A

Drifting

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What does BL mean?

A

Blowing

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Snow

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Shower

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

A PRM provides ILS course monitoring for runways separated by less than:

A

1,525m.

GEN 2.2 - 20 Definition of “Precision Runway Monitor”

Q

What does CAVOK mean?

A

Visibility of 10km or more;
No significant cloud: no cloud below 5000’or the highest 25nm MSA, whichever is greater, and no CB or TCU at any height;
No significant weather.

GEN 3.5 : 12.15.1

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In a TTF, what does NOSIG mean?

A

No significant changes to the wind, visibility, weather or cloud, are expected to occur during the validity of the TTF.

GEN 3.5 : 17

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Severe sand or dust haze

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

What does DZ mean?

A

Drizzle

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What should a pilot do in the event of a TCAS TA?

A

Use all available information to prepare for appropriate action if an RA occurs, including:

attempt to establish visual contact; and
change the flight path only if a collission risk is established visually.

GEN 1.5 : 7.2.1

Q

What is the rated coverage of a VOR?

A

Below 5000’: 60nm

Below 10,000’: 90nm

Below 15,000’: 120nm

Below 20,000’: 150nm

20,000’ and above: 180nm

GEN 1.5 : 2.3

Q

In an RVR report, what does R07L/0200V0300 indicate?

A

A one-minute mean minimum RVR of 200m to a one-minute mean maximum RVR of 300m on runway 07L.

GEN 3.5 : 12.11.4

Q

When should a Short AIREP be reported and what does it comprise?

A

When requested by ATC:

ATS Station
Callsign
Short AIREP
Position and time
Enroute ADEP to ADES
Weather report

GEN 3.5 : 11.2.2

Q

What additional information applies to an AIREP SPECIAL?

A

Temperature
Spot wind (if necessary at position (lat/long))
If encountered within 10 minutes, turbulence
If encountered within 10 minutes, icing
If appropriate, other information, e.g. thunderstorms, cloud type/level, radar echoes, or differences between forecast and observed conditions.

GEN 3.4 Appendix 2

Q

What does SA mean?

A

Sand

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What does VA mean?

A

Volcanic ash

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

On a SIGWX chart, what does this symbol signify?

A

Rain

GEN 3.5 : 23

Q

What does it mean where an RVR value is preceded by the letter “P”?

A

The RVR value exceeds the maximum which can be assessed by the system in use, or is greater than 2000m.

GEN 3.5 : 12.11.6

Q

What does SN mean?

A

Snow

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What does GR mean?

A

Hail

GEN 3.5 : 13

Q

What are the prescribed TIBA frequencies?

A

At or above FL200: 128.95

Below FL200: 126.35 (or the normal VHF frequency in class G airspace)

GEN 3.3 : 7.2.2

Q

If, under TIBA procedures, an iminent collision risk occurs which cannot be managed through TCAS or right of way provisions, a pilot should:

A

Unless an alternative is more appropriate, immediately descend 500’ if at or below FL410, ar 1000’ if above FL410;
Display all available aircraft lighting;
As soon as possible, reply to the broadcasting station the action being taken;
Notify the action on the appropriate TIBA frequency;
As soon as possible, resume normal flight level and notify this on the appropriate TIBA frequency.

GEN 3.3 - 7.7.1

Q

What does BC mean?

A

Patches

GEN 3.5 : 13