25. Nontowered Airport Communications

Question 1

If an airport has both UNICOM and CTAF frequencies and you want information regarding the airport or FBO services:

Answer 1

Call on the UNICOM frequency.

Question 2

When landing at a pilot-controlled airport, it’s a good idea to announce your position:

Answer 2

When approaching the airport

and

Oeach leg of the pattern.

Question 3

Select the best statement regarding communications and position reporting at non-towered airports:

Answer 3

Radio position reports are not mandatory, but are encouraged for a safer environment in and near the traffic pattern.

Question 4

CTAF is an acronym for Common Traffic Advisory Frequency. What’s its role?

Answer 4

It allows pilots to communicate their intentions in the environment of a pilot-controlled airport.

Question 5

Many airports in the U.S. have automated weather information available, depending on their complexity, the facility may be classified as either:

Answer 5

1. ASOS
2. AWOS
3. Newer AWSS system.