Separation methods and minima vertical separation The Vertical Separation Minimum VSM between flights operating in accordance with IFR within controlled airspace above ?
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Separation methods and minima vertical separation The Vertical Separation Minimum VSM between flights operating in accordance with IFR within controlled airspace below FL 290 is ?
Subject to conditions specified by the appropriate ATS authority a radar controller may request radar controlled aircraft to adjust their speed when established on intermediate and final approach ?
The air traffic control unit has reported 'radar contact' what does that mean to pilot The radar identity of aircraft has been established. Doc 4444 4 6 3 descending arriving aircraft 4 6 3 1 an aircraft should when practicable be authorized to absorb a period of notified terminal delay cruising at a reduced speed the latter portion of its flight 4 6 3 2 an arriving aircraft may be instructed to maintain its 'maximum spee 'minimum clean spee 'minimum spee or a specified speed note 'minimum clean spee signifies minimum speed at which an aircraft can be flown in a clean configuration i e without deployment of lift augmentation devices speed brakes or landing gear 4 6 3 3 speed reductions to less than 460 km/h (250 kt) ias turbojet aircraft during initial descent from cruising level should be applied only with concurrence of flight crew 4 6 3 4 instructions an aircraft to simultaneously maintain a high rate of descent reduce its speed should be avoided as such manoeuvres are normally not compatible any significant speed reduction during descent may require aircraft to temporarily level off to reduce speed before continuing descent 4 6 3 5 arriving aircraft should be permitted to operate in a clean configuration as long as possible below 4 550 m (fl 150) speed reductions turbojet aircraft to not less than 410 km/h (220 kt) ias which will normally be very close to minimum speed of turbojet aircraft in a clean configuration may be used 4 6 3 6 only minor speed adjustments not exceeding plus/minus 40 km/h (20 kt) ias should be used aircraft on intermediate final approach 4 6 3 7 speed control should not be applied to aircraft after passing a point 7 km (4 nm) from threshold on final approach note the flight crew has a requirement to fly a stabilized approach (airspeed configuration) typically 5 km (3 nm) from threshold. 
The alerting service provided The ats unit responsible the aircraft at that moment. Doc 4444 4 6 3 descending arriving aircraft 4 6 3 1 an aircraft should when practicable be authorized to absorb a period of notified terminal delay cruising at a reduced speed the latter portion of its flight 4 6 3 2 an arriving aircraft may be instructed to maintain its 'maximum spee 'minimum clean spee 'minimum spee or a specified speed note 'minimum clean spee signifies minimum speed at which an aircraft can be flown in a clean configuration i e without deployment of lift augmentation devices speed brakes or landing gear 4 6 3 3 speed reductions to less than 460 km/h (250 kt) ias turbojet aircraft during initial descent from cruising level should be applied only with concurrence of flight crew 4 6 3 4 instructions an aircraft to simultaneously maintain a high rate of descent reduce its speed should be avoided as such manoeuvres are normally not compatible any significant speed reduction during descent may require aircraft to temporarily level off to reduce speed before continuing descent 4 6 3 5 arriving aircraft should be permitted to operate in a clean configuration as long as possible below 4 550 m (fl 150) speed reductions turbojet aircraft to not less than 410 km/h (220 kt) ias which will normally be very close to minimum speed of turbojet aircraft in a clean configuration may be used 4 6 3 6 only minor speed adjustments not exceeding plus/minus 40 km/h (20 kt) ias should be used aircraft on intermediate final approach 4 6 3 7 speed control should not be applied to aircraft after passing a point 7 km (4 nm) from threshold on final approach note the flight crew has a requirement to fly a stabilized approach (airspeed configuration) typically 5 km (3 nm) from threshold. 
Icao annex 7 aircraft nationality and registration marks which material are aircraft identification plates made up of Fireproof metal or other fireproof material. Icao annex 7 aircraft nationality registration marks 8 identification plate an aircraft shall carry an identification plate inscribed with at least its nationality or common mark registration mark the plate shall be made of fireproof metal or other fireproof material of suitable physical properties shall be secured to aircraft in a prominent position near main entrance or in case of an unmanned free balloon affixed conspicuously to exterior of payload. 
The eat has to be transmitted to pilot as soon as possible in case expected delay Fireproof metal or other fireproof material. doc4444 pans atm chapter 6 separation in vicinity of aerodromes 6 5 7 expected approach time 6 5 7 1 an expected approach time shall be determined an arriving aircraft that will be subjected to a delay of 10 minutes or more or such other period as has been determined the appropriate authority the expected approach time shall be transmitted to aircraft as soon as practicable preferably not later than at commencement of its initial descent from cruising level a revised expected approach time shall be transmitted to aircraft without delay whenever it differs from that previously transmitted 5 minutes or more or such lesser period of time as has been established the appropriate ats authority or agreed between ats units concerned 6 5 7 2 an expected approach time shall be transmitted to aircraft the most expeditious means whenever it anticipated that aircraft will be required to hold 30 minutes or more. Question 10-8
The 'estimated total time' in block 16 of a vfr flight plan the estimated time Required the aircraft from take off to arrive overhead destination airport. Pans atm doc4444 total estimated elapsed time for ifr flights estimated time required from take off to arrive over that designated point defined reference to navigation aids from which it intended that an instrument approach procedure will be commenced or if no navigation aid associated with destination aerodrome to arrive over destination aerodrome for vfr flights estimated time required from take off to arrive over destination aerodrome. Question 10-9
The following minimum radar separation shall be provided between aircraft on same localizer including additional longitudinal separation as required wake turbulence Required the aircraft from take off to arrive overhead destination airport. icao doc 4444 'procedures air navigation services air traffic management' 8 7 use of ats surveillance systems in the air traffic control service 8 7 3 separation minima based on ats surveillance systems 8 7 3 1 unless otherwise prescribed in accordance with 8 7 3 2 (with respect to radar) 8 7 3 3 or 8 7 3 4 or chapter 6 (with respect to independent dependent parallel approaches) horizontal separation minimum based on radar and/or ads b shall be 9 3 km (5 0 nm) 8 7 3 2 the radar separation minimum in 8 7 3 1 may if so prescribed the appropriate ats authority be reduced but not below a) 5 6 km (3 0 nm) when radar capabilities at a given location so permit and b) 4 6 km (2 5 nm) between succeeding aircraft which are established on same final approach track within 18 5 km (10 nm) of runway end but wake turbulence purposes minumum separation 4 nm (for a 'heavy' following a 'heavy') thus correct answer '4 nm or more' but only '5 nm' offered at exam. Question 10-10
The letter ' written in wake turbulence box of a flight plan form when maximum certified take off weight of an aircraft less than or equal to Required the aircraft from take off to arrive overhead destination airport. pans atm doc4444 . Question 10-11
The longitudinal separation minima based on dme and each aircraft 'on track' uses dme stations nm provided that leading aircraft maintains a true airspeed of 2 kt or more faster than succeding aircraft. 5 4 2 3 3 aircraft at the same cruising level 5 4 2 3 3 1 aircraft on same track a) 37 km (20 nm) provided 1) each aircraft utilizes i) same 'on track' dme station when both aircraft are utilizing dme or ii) an 'on track' dme station a collocated waypoint when one aircraft utilizing dme the otheris utilizing gnss or iii) same waypoint when both aircraft are utilizing gnss and 2) separation checked obtaining simultaneous dme and/or gnss readings from aircraft at frequent intervals to ensure that minimum will not be infringed (see figure 5 21) b) 19 km (10 nm) provided 1) leading aircraft maintains a true airspeed of 37 km/h (20 kt) or more faster than succeeding aircraft 2) each aircraft utilizes i) same 'on track' dme station when both aircraft are utilizing dme or ii) an 'on track' dme station a collocated waypoint when one aircraft utilizing dme the other utilizing gnss or iii) same waypoint when both aircraft are utilizing gnss and 3) separation checked obtaining simultaneous dme and/or gnss readings from aircraft at such intervals as are necessary to ensure that minimum established will not be infringed 19 km (10 nm) dme and/or gnss based separation between aircraft on same track same level. Question 10-12
Longitudinal separation minima based on time the longitudinal separation minima based on time between aircraft at same cruising level where navigation aids permit frequent determination of position and speed and preceding aircraft maintaining a true airspeed of 20 kt or more faster than succeeding aircraft nm provided that leading aircraft maintains a true airspeed of 2 kt or more faster than succeding aircraft. Doc4444 pans atm longitudinal separation minima based on time aircraft flying on same track a) 15 minutes or b) 10 minutes if navigation aids permit frequent determination of position speed or c) 5 minutes in following cases provided that in each case preceding aircraft maintaining a true airspeed of 37 km/h (20 kt) or more faster than succeeding aircraft (see figure below) 1) between aircraft that have departed from same aerodrome 2) between en route aircraft that have reported over same exact significant point 3) between departing en route aircraft after en route aircraft has reported over a fix that so located in relation to departure point as to ensure that five minute separation can be established at point departing aircraft will join air route or d) 3 minutes in cases listed under c) provided that in each case preceding aircraft maintaining a true airspeed of 74 km/h (40 kt) or more faster than succeeding aircraft five minute separation between aircraft on same track same level. Question 10-13
The longitudinal separation minima between aircraft departed from same aerodrome and following same track and preceding aircraft maintaining a true airspeed of 40 kt or more faster than succeeding aircraft nm provided that leading aircraft maintains a true airspeed of 2 kt or more faster than succeding aircraft. icao doc 4444 5 6 minimum separation between departing aircraft 5 6 2 two minutes are required between take offs when preceding aircraft 74 km/h (40 kt) or more faster than following aircraft both aircraft will follow same track . Question 10-14
The pilot in command of an aircraft 1 must comply immediately to all instructions received from atc2 responsible only if he the pic3 may deviate from air regulations safety reasons4 may be exempt from air regulations in order to comply to an atc instruction5 may ask the modification of an unsatisfactory clearance which of following combinations contains all of correct statements nm provided that leading aircraft maintains a true airspeed of 2 kt or more faster than succeding aircraft. icao doc 4444 5 6 minimum separation between departing aircraft 5 6 2 two minutes are required between take offs when preceding aircraft 74 km/h (40 kt) or more faster than following aircraft both aircraft will follow same track . Question 10-15
The primary duty provided a radar unit To provide radar separation. icao doc 4444 5 6 minimum separation between departing aircraft 5 6 2 two minutes are required between take offs when preceding aircraft 74 km/h (40 kt) or more faster than following aircraft both aircraft will follow same track . Question 10-16
The radar controller shall not request pilot to adjust speed where aircraft has passed 4 nm from threshold on final approach. Doc 4444 4 6 3 descending arriving aircraft 4 6 3 1 an aircraft should when practicable be authorized to absorb a period of notified terminal delay cruising at a reduced speed the latter portion of its flight 4 6 3 2 an arriving aircraft may be instructed to maintain its 'maximum spee 'minimum clean spee 'minimum spee or a specified speed note 'minimum clean spee signifies minimum speed at which an aircraft can be flown in a clean configuration i e without deployment of lift augmentation devices speed brakes or landing gear 4 6 3 3 speed reductions to less than 460 km/h (250 kt) ias turbojet aircraft during initial descent from cruising level should be applied only with concurrence of flight crew 4 6 3 4 instructions an aircraft to simultaneously maintain a high rate of descent reduce its speed should be avoided as such manoeuvres are normally not compatible any significant speed reduction during descent may require aircraft to temporarily level off to reduce speed before continuing descent 4 6 3 5 arriving aircraft should be permitted to operate in a clean configuration as long as possible below 4 550 m (fl 150) speed reductions turbojet aircraft to not less than 410 km/h (220 kt) ias which will normally be very close to minimum speed of turbojet aircraft in a clean configuration may be used 4 6 3 6 only minor speed adjustments not exceeding plus/minus 40 km/h (20 kt) ias should be used aircraft on intermediate final approach 4 6 3 7 speed control should not be applied to aircraft after passing a point 7 km (4 nm) from threshold on final approach note the flight crew has a requirement to fly a stabilized approach (airspeed configuration) typically 5 km (3 nm) from threshold. Question 10-17
The separation method whereby vertical and horizontal separation may be reduced till a maximum of half standard criteria called Composite separation. Annex 11 air traffic services 3 3 5 separation an air traffic control unit shall be obtained at least one of following a) vertical separation b) horizontal separation obtained providing 1) longitudinal separation maintaining an interval between aircraft operating along same converging or reciprocal tracks expressed in time or distance or 2) lateral separation maintaining aircraft on different routes or in different geographical areas c) composite separation consisting of a combination of vertical separation one of other forms of separation contained in b) above using minima each which may be lower than but not less than half of those used each of combined elements when applied individually composite separation shall only be applied on basis of regional air navigation agreements. Question 10-18
The speed limitation both ifr flights and vfr flights inside ats airspace classified as b when flying below 3050 m 10000 ft amsl Composite separation. Annex 11 air traffic services 3 3 5 separation an air traffic control unit shall be obtained at least one of following a) vertical separation b) horizontal separation obtained providing 1) longitudinal separation maintaining an interval between aircraft operating along same converging or reciprocal tracks expressed in time or distance or 2) lateral separation maintaining aircraft on different routes or in different geographical areas c) composite separation consisting of a combination of vertical separation one of other forms of separation contained in b) above using minima each which may be lower than but not less than half of those used each of combined elements when applied individually composite separation shall only be applied on basis of regional air navigation agreements. Question 10-19
The speed limitation ifr flights inside ats airspace classified as c when flying below 3050 m 10000 ft amsl Composite separation. Annex 11 air traffic services 3 3 5 separation an air traffic control unit shall be obtained at least one of following a) vertical separation b) horizontal separation obtained providing 1) longitudinal separation maintaining an interval between aircraft operating along same converging or reciprocal tracks expressed in time or distance or 2) lateral separation maintaining aircraft on different routes or in different geographical areas c) composite separation consisting of a combination of vertical separation one of other forms of separation contained in b) above using minima each which may be lower than but not less than half of those used each of combined elements when applied individually composite separation shall only be applied on basis of regional air navigation agreements. Question 10-20
The speed limitation ifr flights inside ats airspace classified as e when flying below 3 050 m 10 000 ft amsl Composite separation. Annex 11 air traffic services 3 3 5 separation an air traffic control unit shall be obtained at least one of following a) vertical separation b) horizontal separation obtained providing 1) longitudinal separation maintaining an interval between aircraft operating along same converging or reciprocal tracks expressed in time or distance or 2) lateral separation maintaining aircraft on different routes or in different geographical areas c) composite separation consisting of a combination of vertical separation one of other forms of separation contained in b) above using minima each which may be lower than but not less than half of those used each of combined elements when applied individually composite separation shall only be applied on basis of regional air navigation agreements. Question 10-21
The speed limitation vfr flights inside ats airspace classified as c when flying below 3 050 m 10 000 ft amsl Composite separation. Annex 11 air traffic services 3 3 5 separation an air traffic control unit shall be obtained at least one of following a) vertical separation b) horizontal separation obtained providing 1) longitudinal separation maintaining an interval between aircraft operating along same converging or reciprocal tracks expressed in time or distance or 2) lateral separation maintaining aircraft on different routes or in different geographical areas c) composite separation consisting of a combination of vertical separation one of other forms of separation contained in b) above using minima each which may be lower than but not less than half of those used each of combined elements when applied individually composite separation shall only be applied on basis of regional air navigation agreements. Question 10-22
The surveillance radar approach shall be terminated at a distance of 2 nm from touchdown except when as determined the appropriate ats authority accuracy of radar equipment permits it to be continued to a prescribed point less than 2 nm from touchdown in this case distance and level information shall be given at each Composite separation. Approach surveillance radar (sra) an aviation term a type of radar instrument approach provided with active assistance from air traffic control the only airborne radio equipment required radar approaches a functioning radio transmitter receiver the radar controller vectors aircraft to align it with runway centerline the controller continues vectors to keep aircraft on course until pilot can complete approach landing visual reference to surface icao annex 4444 (air traffic management (pans atm)) chapter 8 ats surveillance services 8 9 7 final approach procedures 8 9 7 1 surveillance radar approach 8 9 7 1 4 when as determined the appropriate ats authority accuracy of radar equipment permits surveillance radar approaches may be continued to threshold of runway or to a prescribed point less than 4 km (2 nm) from touchdown in which case a) distance level information shall be given at each km (each half nm) b) transmission should not be interrupted intervals of more than five seconds while aircraft within a distance of 8 km (4 nm) from touchdown c) controller should not be responsible any duties other than those directly connected with a particular approach. Question 10-23
The transfer of an aircraft from one atc unit to another unit done By agreement with receiving unit. Approach surveillance radar (sra) an aviation term a type of radar instrument approach provided with active assistance from air traffic control the only airborne radio equipment required radar approaches a functioning radio transmitter receiver the radar controller vectors aircraft to align it with runway centerline the controller continues vectors to keep aircraft on course until pilot can complete approach landing visual reference to surface icao annex 4444 (air traffic management (pans atm)) chapter 8 ats surveillance services 8 9 7 final approach procedures 8 9 7 1 surveillance radar approach 8 9 7 1 4 when as determined the appropriate ats authority accuracy of radar equipment permits surveillance radar approaches may be continued to threshold of runway or to a prescribed point less than 4 km (2 nm) from touchdown in which case a) distance level information shall be given at each km (each half nm) b) transmission should not be interrupted intervals of more than five seconds while aircraft within a distance of 8 km (4 nm) from touchdown c) controller should not be responsible any duties other than those directly connected with a particular approach. Question 10-24
The units providing air traffic services are Area control centre flight information centre approach control office aerodrome control tower air traffic services reporting office. Approach surveillance radar (sra) an aviation term a type of radar instrument approach provided with active assistance from air traffic control the only airborne radio equipment required radar approaches a functioning radio transmitter receiver the radar controller vectors aircraft to align it with runway centerline the controller continues vectors to keep aircraft on course until pilot can complete approach landing visual reference to surface icao annex 4444 (air traffic management (pans atm)) chapter 8 ats surveillance services 8 9 7 final approach procedures 8 9 7 1 surveillance radar approach 8 9 7 1 4 when as determined the appropriate ats authority accuracy of radar equipment permits surveillance radar approaches may be continued to threshold of runway or to a prescribed point less than 4 km (2 nm) from touchdown in which case a) distance level information shall be given at each km (each half nm) b) transmission should not be interrupted intervals of more than five seconds while aircraft within a distance of 8 km (4 nm) from touchdown c) controller should not be responsible any duties other than those directly connected with a particular approach. Question 10-25
The vmc minima an airspace classified as 'b' above 10 000 feet msl are 5 m horizontally ft vertically from clouds 8 km visibility. sera 5001 vmc visibility distance from cloud minima * when height of transition altitude lower than 3050 m (10000 ft) amsl fl 100 shall be used in lieu of 10000 ft ** when so prescribed the appropriate ats authority a) flight visibilities reduced to not less than 1 500 m may be permitted flights operating (1) at speeds of 140 kts ias or less to give adequate opportunity to observe other traffic or any obstacles in time to avoid collision or (2) in circumstances in which probability of encounters with other traffic would normally be low e g in areas of low volume traffic for aerial work at low levels (b) helicopters may be permitted to operate in less than 1 500 m but not less than 800 m flight visibility if manoeuvred at a speed that will give adequate opportunity to observe other traffic or any obstacles in time to avoid collision flight visibilities lower than 800 m may be permitted special cases such as medical flights search rescue operations fire fighting *** the vmc minima in class a airspace are included guidance to pilots do not imply acceptance of vfr flights in class a airspace. Question 10-26
Visual flight rulesthe vmc minima an airspace classified as 'g' above 10 000 feet msl are 5 m horizontally feet vertically from clouds 8 km visibility. sera 5001 vmc visibility distance from cloud minima * when height of transition altitude lower than 3050 m (10000 ft) amsl fl 100 shall be used in lieu of 10000 ft ** when so prescribed the appropriate ats authority a) flight visibilities reduced to not less than 1 500 m may be permitted flights operating (1) at speeds of 140 kts ias or less to give adequate opportunity to observe other traffic or any obstacles in time to avoid collision or (2) in circumstances in which probability of encounters with other traffic would normally be low e g in areas of low volume traffic for aerial work at low levels (b) helicopters may be permitted to operate in less than 1 500 m but not less than 800 m flight visibility if manoeuvred at a speed that will give adequate opportunity to observe other traffic or any obstacles in time to avoid collision flight visibilities lower than 800 m may be permitted special cases such as medical flights search rescue operations fire fighting *** the vmc minima in class a airspace are included guidance to pilots do not imply acceptance of vfr flights in class a airspace. Question 10-27
During a flight below transition altitude an aircraft's altimeter should be set to Qnh the vertical position expressed in terms of altitude. sera 5001 vmc visibility distance from cloud minima * when height of transition altitude lower than 3050 m (10000 ft) amsl fl 100 shall be used in lieu of 10000 ft ** when so prescribed the appropriate ats authority a) flight visibilities reduced to not less than 1 500 m may be permitted flights operating (1) at speeds of 140 kts ias or less to give adequate opportunity to observe other traffic or any obstacles in time to avoid collision or (2) in circumstances in which probability of encounters with other traffic would normally be low e g in areas of low volume traffic for aerial work at low levels (b) helicopters may be permitted to operate in less than 1 500 m but not less than 800 m flight visibility if manoeuvred at a speed that will give adequate opportunity to observe other traffic or any obstacles in time to avoid collision flight visibilities lower than 800 m may be permitted special cases such as medical flights search rescue operations fire fighting *** the vmc minima in class a airspace are included guidance to pilots do not imply acceptance of vfr flights in class a airspace. Question 10-28
To perform a vfr flight in airspace classification e Two way radio communication not required. Annex 11 air traffic services (official table) . Question 10-29
Right of way convergingtwo aircraft are approaching each other in a controlled airspace class d in vmc at approximately same level on converging courses aircraft 'a' flying under ifr aircraft 'b' flying under vfr who has right of way Aircraft 'b' providing it has 'a' on its left. When two aircraft are converging on approximately same heading aircraft which has other on its right must give way . Question 10-30
Two minutes separation may be used between departing aircraft if they are to fly on same track when The preceeding aircraft 4 kt or more faster than following aircraft. icao doc 4444 5 6 minimum separation between departing aircraft 5 6 2 two minutes are required between take offs when the preceding aircraft 74 km/h (40 kt) or more faster than following aircraft both aircraft will follow same track . Question 10-31
Unless otherwise prescribed the appropriate ats authority radar controller should notify non radar controller when an aircraft making a radar approach approximately The preceeding aircraft 4 kt or more faster than following aircraft. icao doc 4444 8 9 6 radar approaches 8 9 6 1 6 unless otherwise prescribed the appropriate ats authority controller conducting approach should notify aerodrome controller or when applicable procedural controller when an aircraft making a radar approach approximately 15 km (8 nm) from touchdown if landing clearance not received at this time a subsequent notification should be made at approximately 8 km (4 nm) from touchdown landing clearance requested. Question 10-32
Minimum level ifr unless otherwise prescribed what the rule regarding level to be maintained an aircraft flying ifr outside controlled airspace ft above highest obstacle within 8 km of estimated position of aircraft. 1000 ft 8 km when not flying over high terrain or mountainous areas 2000 ft 8 km over high terrain or mountainous areas. Question 10-33
Use of radar in approach service vectoring to final approach track when an aircraft vectored radar to localizer course angle between interception course and localizer course normally 30 degrees in accordance with doc 4444 this angle shall not be greater than ft above highest obstacle within 8 km of estimated position of aircraft. icao doc 4444 'procedures air navigation services air traffic management' 8 9 3 6 aircraft vectored final approach should be given a heading or a series of headings calculated to close with final approach track the final vector shall enable aircraft to be established in level flight on final approach track prior to intercepting specified or nominal glide path if an mls ils or radar approach to be made should provide an intercept angle with final approach track of 45 degrees or less. Question 10-34
Vmc minima vfr flights in class b airspace above 3050m 10000 ft amsl are 8 km visibility 5 m horizontal ft vertical distance from clouds. Annex 2 rules of the air (official table) /com_en/com010 454. Question 10-35
Wake turbulence separation between departing aircraft the minimum separation to be applied between a light or medium aircraft taking of behind a heavy aircraft or a light aircraft taking off behind a medium aircraft using same runway 8 km visibility 5 m horizontal ft vertical distance from clouds. Doc4444 pans atm 5 8 3 departing aircraft 5 8 3 1 a minimum separation of 2 minutes shall be applied between a light or medium aircraft taking off behind a heavy aircraft or a light aircraft taking off behind a medium aircraft when aircraft are using a) same runway b) parallel runways separated less than 760 m (2 500 ft) c) crossing runways if projected flight path of second aircraft will cross projected flight path of first aircraft at same altitude or less than 300 m (1 000 ft) below d) parallel runways separated 760 m (2 500 ft) or more if projected flight path of second aircraft will cross projected flight path of first aircraft at same altitude or less than 300 m (1 000 ft) below two minute separation following aircraft two minute wake turbulence separation crossing aircraft. Question 10-36
What meant when departure control instruct you to 'resume own navigation' after you have been vectored to an airway You should maintain that airway use of your navigation equipment. Doc4444 pans atm 5 8 3 departing aircraft 5 8 3 1 a minimum separation of 2 minutes shall be applied between a light or medium aircraft taking off behind a heavy aircraft or a light aircraft taking off behind a medium aircraft when aircraft are using a) same runway b) parallel runways separated less than 760 m (2 500 ft) c) crossing runways if projected flight path of second aircraft will cross projected flight path of first aircraft at same altitude or less than 300 m (1 000 ft) below d) parallel runways separated 760 m (2 500 ft) or more if projected flight path of second aircraft will cross projected flight path of first aircraft at same altitude or less than 300 m (1 000 ft) below two minute separation following aircraft two minute wake turbulence separation crossing aircraft. Question 10-37
What the minimum wake turbulence separation criteria when a light aircraft taking off behind a medium aircraft and both are using same runway You should maintain that airway use of your navigation equipment. Doc4444 pans atm 5 8 3 departing aircraft 5 8 3 1 a minimum separation of 2 minutes shall be applied between a light or medium aircraft taking off behind a heavy aircraft or a light aircraft taking off behind a medium aircraft when aircraft are using a) the same runway b) parallel runways separated less than 760 m (2 500 ft) c) crossing runways if projected flight path of second aircraft will cross projected flight path of first aircraft at same altitude or less than 300 m (1 000 ft) below d) parallel runways separated 760 m (2 500 ft) or more if projected flight path of second aircraft will cross projected flight path of first aircraft at same altitude or less than 300 m (1 000 ft) below two minute separation following aircraft two minute wake turbulence separation crossing aircraft 5 8 3 2 a separation minimum of 3 minutes shall be applied between a light or medium aircraft when taking off behind a heavy aircraft or a light aircraft when taking off behind a medium aircraft from a) an intermediate part of same runway or b) an intermediate part of a parallel runway separated less than 760 m (2 500 ft). Question 10-38
What the shortest distance in a sequence landing between a 'heavy' aircraft preceding a 'light' aircraft You should maintain that airway use of your navigation equipment. icao minimum radar separation distance. Question 10-39
What the speed limit ias in airspace class e 25 kt ifr vfr up to fl . icao minimum radar separation distance. Question 10-40
When a radar operator says following to an aircraft 'fly heading 030' pilot must fly heading 25 kt ifr vfr up to fl . icao minimum radar separation distance.
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