General 1 Air Traffic Services

Question 1

An Air Traffic Service is a generic term, variously meaning what?

Answer 1

Air Traffic Control Service
Air Traffic Advisory Service
Flight Information Service
Alerting Service

Question 2

What are the objectives of an Air Traffic Service?

Answer 2

(1) Prevent collisions between aircraft

(2) Prevent collisions between aircraft on the manoeuvring area and obstructions on that area

(3) Expedite and maintain an orderly flow of air traffic

(4) Provide advice and information useful for the safe and efficient conduct of flights

(5) Notify appropriate organisations regarding aircraft in need of SAR aid, and to assist such organisations as required

Question 3

Are ATS Personnel solely responsible for preventing collisions?

Answer 3

No, pilots and vehicle drivers must also comply with Rules of the Air

Question 4

Should an Air Traffic Control Service also provide pertinent Flight Information?

Answer 4

Yes, an Air Traffic Control Service shall include the provision of pertinent flight information

Question 5

Describe a Flight Information Service

Answer 5

A Flight Information Service (FIS) is a service provided for the purpose of giving advice and information useful for the safe and efficient conduct of flight.

Question 6

What is the purpose of an Alerting Service?

Answer 6

To notify and assist appropriate organisations regarding aircraft in need of SAR aid

Question 7

Do all ATS units provide an alerting service?

Answer 7

All ATS units shall provide an Alerting Service to all known traffic