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Learning Objectives
In this training module there are several important learning objectives. All of the material covered in this training module is paramount for conducting safe flights at all times. There are several learning objectives in place which are:
Become familiar with the communication equipment in your airplane Be able to effectively communicate with aviation controlling agencies and other aircraft using your airplanes radios throughout all phases of a flight. In the event of a radio/electrical failure, be able to safely terminate the flight using communication aids such as light gun signals and transponder squawks.
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This is a typical radio that is used to communicate with other aircraft and controlling agencies on the ground. On the left display are the radio frequencies, the 118.90 is the primary/active frequency and the 126.00 is the standby frequency. The white button beneath the display box is the flip switch, to switch between active and standby frequencies. The flip switch is useful for transitioning between controlling agencies that use different frequencies for different phases of a flight. The right side display is the navigational frequencies, which we will cover in another lesson. The small knob on the bottom left is the volume and squelch control, the larger knob is the frequency selector.
Correct communication Houston tower, Cessna 123 Alpha Bravo, 15 south, inbound landing.
As you can see, the latter radio transmission is brief and to the point. It quickly gives the tower all the pertinent information that they need to know.
Phonetic Alphabet
To simplify communication, aviators use the phonetic alphabet. Since the letters B, C, D, and E, sound similar, they must be identified as Bravo Charlie Delta, etc to avoid confusion. For example if your tail number is 123BC, on the radio your callsign, would be 123 Bravo Charlie. It is important to memorize the phonetic alphabet, below is legend of the phonetic alphabet.
UNICOM
An aeronautical advisory station, or UNICOM is a privately owned air/ground communication station which transmits on a limited number of frequencies. Announcing you position and intentions is standard procedure at airports where the designated CTAF is the UNICOM. In addition you can request an airport advisory from the airport operator which may include information such as current weather conditions, active runway, as well as known traffic.
Radar Facilities
To operate within a large terminal area with radar services you need to be familiar with a number of ATC functions to coordinate departures and arrivals. Ground control is an air traffic control function that coordinates movement of aircraft and other airport vehicles on the airports surface. Before leaving the parking area you must receive a clearance from the ground control to taxi to the active runway. We want to identify who we are talking to, who we are, where we are, and what our intentions are. Example: McCollum ground, Cessna 9842 Quebec, on the north ramp, ready to taxi, VFR northbound, with foxtrot. The ground control will reply with Cessna 42 Quebec taxi from the north ramp to runway 27. Control tower The tower controls airborne aircraft in the vicinity of the airport. Once all aircraft systems have been checked and you are ready for takeoff, use flip switch on your radio to switch from the ground frequency to the tower frequency and notify the tower that you are ready for takeoff. Example: McCollum tower, Cub 42 Quebec, short of 27, ready for takeoff. The tower will respond with Cub 42 Quebec, cleared for takeoff runway 27, right turn out.
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Set your transponder to code 7600 Ensure that you are on the correct frequency Check the switch position on your audio control panel Verify your microphone/headphones are plugged in. If your aircraft is equipped with more than one radio, try the alternate radio. Try the last working controlling frequency you were in communications with.
A. B. C.
UHF (ultra high frequency) VHF (very high frequency) EHF (extra high frequency)
A. B. C.
Built into the radio. Aviation radios dont have antennas. On the exterior of the airplane.
Your tail number is N123DJ. How would you say this on the radio?
A. B. C.
A. B. C.
As clear, brief, and concise as possible. Spoken slowly and softly so you dont overmodulate the microphone Made as soon as possible, regardless of other transmissions being made by others on the same frequency. The controller can hear transmissions from multiple aircraft at the same time.
On the radio in the airplane, the white button with arrows on it is the . . .
A. B. C.
A. B. C.
A. B. C.
Transmitting (talking) on a selected frequency Listening to other aircraft and instructions from the tower Both A and B.
Before taxiing to the runway, you should first contact and notify . . .
A. B. C.
You just lost your radios and turn your transponder to squawk the lost communication code 7600, you can then . . .
A. B. C.
Land as soon as possible at a non-towered airport Look for light gun signals at a towered airport and land when instructed by tower operator using the light gun. Both A and B.
While in the traffic pattern looking for light gun signals, you see a flashing red light, this means . . .
A. B. C.
Return for landing Airport unsafe, do not land Cleared to land, but use caution.
A. B. C.
Common Traffic Advisory Frequency Communication Terminal Aircraft Frequency Common Terminal Aviation Frequency
You should make your initial call on the CTAF frequency when you are . . .
A. B. C.
15 miles from the airport 5 miles from the airport 10 miles from the airport
Conclusion
We hope you did well on the test and are now more proficient in aviation communication procedures as well as the functioning of your aircrafts radio. If you missed several questions it is recommended that you go back to the beginning of this training module and study the topics in greater detail. Remember, effective communication is one of the most vital parts of conducting a safe flight.
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