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Flight Test Items - Ex. 30 Radio Communication

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Aim

To determine that the candidate can communicate with Air Traffic Service facilities and obtain assistance from those facilities to permit the safe and efficient conduct of the flight.

Description

The candidate will demonstrate or explain the correct procedures for the use of radio communication equipment available on board the aircraft. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to obtain information relevant to the flight and to obtain, respond to and act upon ATC clearances and instructions.

Where suitable air traffic services are not available, the examiner may play the role of air traffic services.

Performance Criteria

Assessment will be based on the candidate’s ability to:

  1. select frequencies for the facilities used;

  2. demonstrate a practical knowledge of the radio/avionics installation in the aircraft;

  3. use recommended phraseology;

  4. acknowledge and comply with radio communications and ATC instructions;

  5. explain the correct procedure for radio communications failure;

  6. demonstrate a practical knowledge of ATC light signals;

  7. explain the correct procedure for obtaining emergency radar assistance and a Special VFR clearance;

  8. explain how to obtain weather information from a radio facility;

  9. explain how to give a clear and accurate VFR position report;

  10. explain how to use correct emergency communication procedures.
Date modified:
2010-05-20