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1/VHF frequencency band :

3-30 khz
300-3000 khz
3-30 mhz
30-300 MHZ

2/ LF frequency band :
30 – 300 MHz
30 – 300 MHz
30 – 300 khz
30 – 3000 MHz

3/ he speed of radio waves is:

a. 300 km per second


b. 300 million metres per second
c. 162 NM per second
d. 162 million NM per second

4/ The maximum range an aircraft at 2500 ft can communicate with a VHF station at
196
ft is:
a. 79 NM
b. 64 NM
c. 52 NM
d. 51 NM

5/ QDM to station is 230 degrees, report your QDR magnetic bering to the station
230
100
050
180

6/ An aircraft is tracking away from an NDB on a track of 023°(T). If the drift


is 8° port
and variation 10° west, which of the RMIs illustrated below shows the correct
indications?

page 104

7/An aircraft has an RMI with two needles. Assume that:


i) The aircraft is outbound from NDB Y on a track of 126°(M) drift is 14° Port
ii) A position report is required when crossing a QDR of 022 from NDB Z
Which of the diagrams below represents the RMI at the time of crossing the
reporting
point

response :page 105

8/ page 128

9/ n aircraft is required to intercept and home to a VOR along the 064 radial. The
OBS
should be set to:
a.
b.
c.
d.
064 to get correct needle sense and a TO indication
244 to get correct needle sense and a TO indication
064 to get correct needle sense and a FROM indication
244 to get correct needle sense and a FROM indication

10/An aircraft wishes to track towards a VOR along the 274 radial. If variation is
10°W
what should be set on the OBS?
a. 274
b. 264
c. 094
d. 084

11/ Using Annex C.


An aircraft is flying on the 245 radial with a heading of 250°(M).
The course on the HSI is set to 060°.
Which HSI shows the correct indications?

a: A
b: B
c: C
d: D
page 142

12/ An aircraft carrying out an ILS approach is receiving stronger 150 Hz signals
than 90
Hz signals. The correct actions to be taken to place the aircraft on the centre
line and
on the glide path are to fly:
a. DOWN and LEFT
b. UP and LEFT
c. UP and RIGHT
d. DOWN and RIGHT

13/The coverage of the ILS glide slope in azimuth is:

± 8° out to 10 NM
± 10° out to 8 NM
± 12° out to 17 NM
± 35° out to 25 NM

14/
Questions
The coverage of the Microwave Landing System in the UK extends to ...............
up to
a height of ............... and ................ either side of the on course line.

20 NM 20 000 ft 40 degrees
35 NM 5 000 ft 40 degrees
35 NM 5 000 ft 20 degrees
17 NM 2 000 ft 35 degrees
15/ An advantage of a phased array (slotted antenna) is:
a. better resolution
b. less power required
c. reduced side lobes and clutter
d. all of the above

16/ Airborne Weather Radar is an example ................ of radar operating on a


frequency
of .............. in the ............... band.
a. primary 8800 MHz SHF
b. secondary 9.375 MHz UHF
c. secondary 9375 MHz SHF
d. primary 9375 MHz SHF

17/ The correct sequence of colours of a colour Airborne Weather Radar as returns
get
stronger is:
a. red yellow green
b. yellow green red
c. green yellow red
d. red green yellow

18/
The colours used to denote variations in rainfall rate on an Airborne Weather
Radar
screen are ........... for very light or no returns, ............... for light
returns, ........... for
medium returns and ............ for strong returns.

black yellow green magenta


black green yellow magenta
grey green yellow red
black green yellow red

19/ The special SSR codes are as follows: emergency ............... , radio failure
................ ,
unlawful interference with the conduct of the flight ................
a. 7700 7600 7500
b. 7700 7600 7500
c. 7600 7500 7700
d. 7500 7600 7700

20/ Secondary Surveillance Radar is a form of .............. radar


with ..............type emissions
operating in the .............. band.
a. primary pulse SHF
b. primary pulse UHF
c. secondary FM SHF
d. secondary pulse UHF

21/ Distance Measuring Equipment is an example of ............... radar operating


on a
frequency of ............... in the ................ band.
a. primary 8800 MHz SHF
b. secondary 1030 MHz UHF
c. secondary 962 MHz UHF
d. primary 9375 MHz SHF
22/The FMC navigational database can be accessed by the pilots:
a. to update the database
b. to read information only
c. to change information between the 28 day updates
d. to change the information to meet the sector requirements

23/ The period of validity of the navigational database is:

28 days
1 month
determined by the national authority and may be from 28 days to 91 days
91 days

24/The model of the earth used for NAVSTAR/GPS is:


a. WGS90
b. PZ90
c. WGS84
d. PZ84

25/The most accurate satellite fixing information will be obtained from:


a. NAVSTAR/GPS & GLONASS
b. TRANSIT & NAVSTAR/GPS
c. COSPAS/SARSAT & GLONASS
d. NAVSTAR/GPS & COSPAS/SARSAT

26/What equipment does an aircraft need when carrying out a VDF let-down?
a. VHF radio
b. VOR
c. VOR/DME
d. None

27/The allocated frequency coverage of NDBs is:


a. 250 – 450 kHz
b. 190 – 1750 kHz
c. 108 – 117.95 MHz
d. 200 – 500 kHz

28/Which of the following is a valid frequency (MHz) for a VOR?


a. 107.75
b. 109.90
c. 118.35
d. 112.20

29/Which of the following provides distance information?


a. DME
b. VOR
c. ADF
d. VDF

30/The sequence of marker colours when flying an ILS approach is:


a. white, blue, amber
b. blue, white, amber
c. blue, amber, white
d. amber, blue, white

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Primary surveillance radar operates autonomously and does not require equipment on the aircraft, typically using pulse-type emissions in frequency bands like SHF or UHF. Secondary surveillance radar interacts with transponders on aircraft, offering greater accuracy and efficiency, and operates in bands like UHF . These systems are crucial for modern air traffic management, enhancing safety and coordination.

NDBs (Non-Directional Beacons) provide directional information to aircraft and assist in navigating from one point to another. Their allocated frequency coverage is 190 – 1750 kHz . This wide frequency range helps ensure coverage across different regions and conditions.

DME frequency coverage should take into account operational altitude and distance requirements, interference with other communication and navigation systems, and available bandwidth within the UHF range. DMEs typically use frequencies like 962 MHz for precise distance information from a ground station to an aircraft . These considerations ensure reliable distance measurement and integration with other navigational aids.

The OBS should be set to 264° to account for the 10°W variation . This allows the aircraft to maintain a proper course towards the VOR, compensating for the magnetic variation between true north and magnetic north.

The OBS should be set to 064 for the aircraft to get correct needle sense and a TO indication, ensuring proper alignment towards the VOR . This setting allows for accurate course tracking and proper flight path management.

VOR systems operate within the 108 to 117.95 MHz range, designed to minimize interference and provide clear signals for navigation. A valid frequency for a VOR is 112.20 MHz . This allocation ensures that aircraft can reliably determine their position relative to a VOR station.

A phased array (slotted antenna) offers advantages such as better resolution, less power required, and reduced side lobes and clutter . These features contribute to improved accuracy and efficiency in radar systems, crucial for applications in areas like weather forecasting and air traffic control.

The coverage of the ILS glide slope in azimuth is ± 8° out to 10 NM . This coverage is critical for aircraft approaching a runway under low visibility conditions as it provides reliable navigation information within this sector, enabling precise alignments with the runway centerline during an approach.

The speed of radio waves is 300 million meters per second . This speed is significant for communication technologies as it allows for real-time or near-real-time transmission of signals over large distances, which is crucial for applications like broadcasting, satellite communication, and radar.

The variations in rainfall rate are depicted using different colors on an Airborne Weather Radar: black for very light or no returns, green for light returns, yellow for medium returns, and red for strong returns . This color-coded system allows pilots to quickly assess and respond to weather conditions, enhancing flight safety.

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