RTF 4 Flashcards
In order to reduce RTF commas, pilots will make position reports only when?
On first call from another centre/sector (will contain a/c info and FL only)
On reaching the limit of ATC clearance.
When instructed by ATC.
Controllers are to instruct pilots to make position reports when?
When outside ATS surveillance cover.
Before identification has been achieved.
As detailed in local procedures.
Aircraft intending to land at an aerodrome within the Medway FIR is to be cleared on initial contact with an en-route sector:
To a specified holding facility, if planning to remain in CAS to destination.
Or to leave CAS at an appropriate point
Why may you never clear an aircraft ‘flight planned route to destination’?
Because aircraft may have a different route or be unaware of ATC requirements
Climb/descent instructions may contain?
Level restrictions,
Expedite,
‘Expect levels’
What should climb/descent instructions never contain?
“Good rate” - too ambiguous
What does expedite mean?
Require pilots to climb/descend at best rate. Not possible for large level differences
What does expect level mean?
Emphasises agreed level in initial descent clearance.
What phrase must not be used for when re-issuing instructions to climb/descend?
Re-cleared
Stop climb/descent instructions must be used when?
When telling an a/c to stop at an intermediate level
What does Abeam mean and why is it used?
Level with. Used for clarity so pilot doesn’t have to route to a point.
Transfer of comms should be passed in?
A single message
Items requiring a read back should not precede….
Frequency/channel change instructions
If you make a mistake, what should you do?
Read ‘correction’ then give correct information
If pilot makes a mistake, what should you do?
Use ‘negative’ then give correct info
What term should you not use in place of correction or negative?
Disregard
Define broadcast transmissions
ATC wishing to broadcast info to all a/c likely to receive it. Message should be prefaced with the call “all stations”. No reply is generally expected to such general calls unless requested
Comms equipment should always be checked when?
On handover @ 24 hour unit. Otherwise @ start of shift. Opening new control position. After return from maintenance/ repair. If suspect.
What should you do if the following comms equipment is not working correctly: Frequency unserviceable? Interference/ jamming? Cross transmission? Headset unserviceable?
Change frequency/ control position.
Change frequency.
Re-transmit.
Use standby/ emergency headset.
How would you recognise unlawful interference comms?
Message out of context, non-standard phraseology, not repeated when required, change of voice.
What procedures must be followed if unlawful interference comms is suspected?
Report immediately, note what was said, record and retain R/T
“Pass your message”
The use of calling stations call sign followed by answering stations callsign is considered invitation to proceed with transmission.
What is QSY?
Q code indicating frequency change
WAYSRAL
Write as you speak, read as you listen
