Radio communications

Question 1

Aerodrome frequencies and services are published where

Answer 1

Aerodrome charts and GEN section of AIPNZ Vol 4

Question 2

Frequencies to use for flight information whilst en route are where

Answer 2

FISCOM charts in AIPNZ GEN 3.4.
AIP Vol 4 GEN section.
VNC

Question 3

AFRU

Answer 3

Aerodrome frequency responce unit (beep back unit).
Conformation to pilots that they are on correct fq and that their radio is working properly.
If no transmission in given period, beep back unit will respond to aircraft transmission with aerodromes name and fq.
If transmissions have been made in that Tim, unit will respond with single beep.

Question 4

Position report contents

Answer 4

Identification.
Location.
Time location.
Altitude.
Intended route.
Next landing point.
ETA landing point.
Request clearance.

Question 5

VFR Flight transiting neat AFIS aerodrome

Answer 5

Transiting bellow 3000ft and within 10nm aircraft are required to contact flight service unit and report position and intentions.

Question 6

State of urgency PAN PAN

Answer 6

A condition concerning the safety of the aircraft or other vehicle, or of some person on board or within sight, but does not require immediate assistance.
PAN PAN, PAN PAN, PAN PAN.
Name of station addressed.
Identification of the aircraft.
Nature of urgency.
Intention of pilot in command.
Present position, altitude, and heading.
Any other useful information.

Question 7

State of distress MAYDAY

Answer 7

A condition of being threatened by serious and or immanent danger and of requiring immediate assistance.
MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.
Name of station addressed.
Identification of the aircraft.
Nature of distress.
Intention of pilot in command.
Present position, altitude, and heading.
Any other useful information.