Progress Test 12

Question 1

What transponder code should be set for a distress call when speaking on the frequency associated with “London centre”?

Answer 1

7700 mode A+C

Question 2

What is the prefix for an URGENCY message?

Answer 2

PAN PAN, PAN PAN, PAN PAN

Question 3

What’s the international distress VHF frequency?

Answer 3

121.500 MHz

Question 4

What technique should be used when transmitting messages in a radio failure situation?

Answer 4

Prefix all messages with “Transmitting blind”

Question 5

Assuming an a/c emergency call heard by you isn’t answered by an ATSU, what should you do in the first instance?

Answer 5

Relay the emergency message to the current ATSU you’re in contact with

Question 6

When you hear an emergency message, what should be your immediate actions?

Answer 6

Note down the contents of the message in case you need to relay, and remain silent on the frequency unless the emergency message isn’t responded to

Question 7

What does a “V” mean when spotted on the ground?

Answer 7

Assistance required

Question 8

Which frequency is first used to transmit your emergency message, and what squawk should be used?

Answer 8

First frequency is the current frequency, and if you’ve been allocated a squawk, this should be retained