AI OMA chapter 12.1-12.4 included generated

Question 1

What is the objective of Regulation (EU) 2016/1185?

Answer 1

To establish the common rules of the air and operational provisions regarding services and procedures in air navigation applicable to general air traffic.

Question 2

To whom does Regulation (EU) 2016/1185 apply?

Answer 2

It applies to airspace users and aircraft engaged in general air traffic, including those operating into, within, or out of the Union.

Question 3

What are Visual Flight Rules (VFR)?

Answer 3

VFR are rules that allow pilots to fly based on visual reference to the ground and other landmarks.

Question 4

What are Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)?

Answer 4

IFR are rules governing flight operations in weather conditions generally poor enough to require reliance on instruments for navigation and control.

Question 5

What is the minimum flight altitude for IFR flights over high terrain?

Answer 5

At least 600 m (2,000 ft) above the highest obstacle located within 8 km of the estimated position.

Question 6

What is the minimum flight altitude for IFR flights elsewhere?

Answer 6

At least 300 m (1,000 ft) above the highest obstacle located within 8 km of the estimated position.

Question 7

What must a pilot do when changing from IFR to VFR?

Answer 7

Notify the appropriate air traffic services unit that the IFR flight is cancelled and communicate any changes to the current flight plan.

Question 8

True or False: An IFR flight can cancel its IFR status when it encounters visual meteorological conditions.

Answer 8

False. It can only cancel if it is anticipated that the flight will continue in uninterrupted visual meteorological conditions.

Question 9

What is required for IFR flights operating in controlled airspace?

Answer 9

They must comply with provisions for air traffic control services.

Question 10

What is the cruising level for IFR flights outside controlled airspace?

Answer 10

It must be appropriate to its track as specified in the table of cruising levels.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The pilot-in-command has final _______ as to the disposition of the aircraft while in command.

Answer 11

authority

Question 12

What should a pilot do before beginning a flight?

Answer 12

Become familiar with all available information appropriate to the intended operation, including weather reports and forecasts.

Question 13

What is the communication failure procedure if an aircraft fails to establish contact?

Answer 13

Transmit its message twice on the designated channel preceded by ‘TRANSMITTING BLIND’.

Question 14

What should an aircraft do in case of air-ground communication failure?

Answer 14

Operate the transponder on Mode A Code 7600 to indicate the failure.

Question 15

What actions should a flight crew take in VMC during a communication failure?

Answer 15

Continue to fly in VMC, land at the nearest suitable aerodrome, and report its arrival.

Question 16

What actions should a flight crew take in IMC during a communication failure?

Answer 16

Maintain last assigned speed and level or minimum flight altitude for a specified time and adjust level and speed according to the flight plan thereafter.

Question 17

What is the main responsibility of the pilot-in-command?

Answer 17

The operation of the aircraft in accordance with the regulations.

Question 18

What does the term ‘appropriate ATS authority’ refer to?

Answer 18

The relevant authority designated by the State responsible for providing air traffic services.

Question 19

What is the significance of the Chicago Convention in relation to air navigation?

Answer 19

It outlines the obligations and rights of Member States over the high seas regarding air navigation.

Question 20

What is the primary function of Datalink?

Answer 20

The exchange of digitized information between end-users

Datalink facilitates communication in aviation, allowing for efficient information exchange.

Question 21

What are the two classifications of aeronautical datalink communications?

Answer 21

• AOC (Airline Operational Communications)
• ATC (Air Traffic Control Communications)

These classifications help differentiate the types of communications that occur in aviation.

Question 22

What is the core component of the airborne datalink system?

Answer 22

ACARS router

The ACARS router routes messages from the ground to onboard systems.

Question 23

What does D-ATIS stand for?

Answer 23

Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service

D-ATIS provides ATIS information through data links instead of traditional voice broadcasts.

Question 24

What is a significant advantage of D-ATIS over traditional ATIS?

Answer 24

• Avoids poor quality voice transmission
• Available regardless of distance from the airport
• Allows pilots to download and save messages

These advantages enhance the efficiency and reliability of receiving important flight information.

Question 25

True or False: The content of voice and data link ATIS messages is different.

Answer 25

False ## Footnote Both voice and data link ATIS messages provide identical information and are updated simultaneously.

Question 26

What must an aircraft be equipped with to use CPDLC in FANS 1/A airspace?

Answer 26

* FANS A/A+/A+B * FANS C ## Footnote These equipment standards ensure compatibility with datalink services in specified airspace.

Question 27

What is the purpose of the logon function in datalink?

Answer 27

It is part of the data link initiation capability (DLIC) ## Footnote The logon is necessary for establishing connections for CPDLC and ADSC.

Question 28

What should a pilot do 10 to 25 minutes before entering datalink airspace?

Answer 28

Initiate a logon request ## Footnote This ensures the aircraft is ready to use datalink services upon entering the airspace.

Question 29

What happens if a logon request is unsuccessful?

Answer 29

The flight crew should reconfirm logon information and reinitiate a logon ## Footnote Ensuring correct information is crucial for establishing successful communication.

Question 30

What is CPDLC designed for?

Answer 30

Exchanging routine, NON-TIME CRITICAL instructions, clearances, and requests via datalink text messages ## Footnote CPDLC is not suitable for urgent communications that require immediate action.

Question 31

What does CPDLC stand for?

Answer 31

Controller Pilot Data Link Communications

Question 32

What is the primary function of CPDLC?

Answer 32

Enables the flight crew and controllers to exchange routine, non-time critical instructions, clearances, and requests via datalink text messages

Question 33

True or False: CPDLC is intended for use in time-critical situations.

Answer 33

False

Question 34

Above what flight level is CPDLC designed to provide service?

Answer 34

FL285

Question 35

How is the introduction of CPDLC determined?

Answer 35

On a state by state basis depending on the upgrade of ATC systems at each area control centre

Question 36

What must pilots do when a CPDLC message is received?

Answer 36

Respond to a CPDLC message via CPDLC and respond to a voice message via voice

Question 37

When must pilots contact ATC by voice?

Answer 37

On each change of frequency

Question 38

What should a pilot do if there is a technical fault affecting CPDLC?

Answer 38

Logoff and revert to voice

Question 39

What are the potential risks associated with using CPDLC?

Answer 39

Potential misuse of equipment, loss of situational awareness, ambiguity in message interpretation, and conflicting instructions

Question 40

What is a key operational guideline for CPDLC?

Answer 40

Operation of CPDLC must not interfere with the safety of the flight

Question 41

Fill in the blank: CPDLC messages can be classified as '______' or 'downlink' messages.

Answer 41

uplink

Question 42

What does ADSC stand for?

Answer 42

Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Contract

Question 43

What is the purpose of ADSC?

Answer 43

To obtain position reports from the aircraft without flight crew action to update the current flight plan

Question 44

What should flight crews check before initiating a logon with an ATSU when using ADSC?

Answer 44

Ensure ADSC is armed

Question 45

What should flight crew members do when a CPDLC uplink is received?

Answer 45

Read the message individually and then discuss how to respond

Question 46

What should be avoided when sending messages via CPDLC?

Answer 46

Sending multiple clearance requests in the same message and duplicate messages

Question 47

True or False: CPDLC allows for the use of free text messages without restrictions.

Answer 47

False

Question 48

What is the maximum number of CPDLC connections an aircraft can have established concurrently?

Answer 48

Two

Question 49

What must happen for an ATS unit to initiate a CPDLC connection?

Answer 49

The ATS unit must successfully correlate an aircraft with the associated flight plan

Question 50

What happens if a termination request message is received without additional message elements?

Answer 50

The aircraft system will downlink a CPDLC termination confirm message

Question 51

What should be done if a pilot cannot comply with any portion of a multielement uplink message?

Answer 51

Respond to the entire message with UNABLE

Question 52

What is one reason CPDLC should not be used during critical flight phases?

Answer 52

It may interfere with the safety of the flight

Question 53

What is the primary communication medium pilots should use during an emergency?

Answer 53

Voice communications

Question 54

What should be checked on the ATC FPL in the OFP?

Answer 54

The required aircraft equipment/datalink capability ## Footnote Item 10 includes CPDLC and ADSC descriptors.

Question 55

What does item 10a of the ATC FPL indicate?

Answer 55

The appropriate CPDLC equipment descriptor ## Footnote Examples include ‘J1’ for ATN B1 airspace and ‘J4’ for FANS 1/A airspace.

Question 56

What does item 10b of the ATC FPL indicate?

Answer 56

The appropriate ADSC descriptor for Wizz FANS C aircraft ## Footnote Examples include ‘D1’ for FANS 1/A airspace and/or ‘G1’ for ATN airspace.

Question 57

What must be checked regarding the MEL status of the aircraft?

Answer 57

It must be checked against the airspace requirements along the planned route.

Question 58

What should be coordinated with OCC?

Answer 58

To ensure that the filed ATC FPL reflects the equipment status of the aircraft.

Question 59

How is the datalink system initialized in normal operations?

Answer 59

Automatically on all Wizz Air aircraft during flight deck preparation.

Question 60

What should be done in case of unsuccessful datalink logon?

Answer 60

System settings can be checked and a manual initialization may be performed.

Question 61

What is D-ATIS?

Answer 61

Digital Automatic Terminal Information Service that may be requested through datalink services.

Question 62

Who is responsible for requesting D-ATIS when available?

Answer 62

The PF (Pilot Flying).

Question 63

What should be done with the latest stored D-ATIS message?

Answer 63

It shall be printed or copied to the OFP if the printer is not available.

Question 64

What is Digital Clearance Delivery (DCL)?

Answer 64

Departure clearance that may be requested through datalink services.

Question 65

What must the PM do when DCL is available?

Answer 65

Request the Departure Clearance.

Question 66

What is the role of the PF in the crew coordination for ATC clearance?

Answer 66

Requests the departure clearance and acknowledges receipt.

Question 67

When should logon notification be sent?

Answer 67

While on the ground if ATC datalink signal coverage is available.

Question 68

What is required before establishing a CPDLC connection?

Answer 68

A successfully completed datalink logon procedure.

Question 69

When should CPDLC not be used?

Answer 69

Before passing FL100 in climb and after passing FL150 in descent.

Question 70

What should crew members do after receiving a CPDLC uplink message?

Answer 70

Discuss the appropriate option to select in order to answer the received message.

Question 71

What does the prompt 'WILCO' indicate?

Answer 71

The request/instruction can be complied with.

Question 72

What does the prompt 'UNABLE' indicate?

Answer 72

The request/instruction cannot be complied with.

Question 73

What should be done with uplink messages after the agreed actions are performed?

Answer 73

Close all uplink messages to avoid congestion.

Question 74

What must happen before sending any downlink message to ATC?

Answer 74

Flight crew members shall discuss the planned action(s).

Question 75

What is required for position reports in airspaces without ATC radar coverage?

Answer 75

They can be sent automatically or manually.

Question 76

What should the PM do approximately 15 minutes after exiting CPDLC areas?

Answer 76

Check/perform CPDLC disconnection, then call out: 'CPDLC DISCONNECTED'.

Question 77

What do nonroutine procedures address?

Answer 77

Communication problems encountered during using CPDLC.

Question 78

What must be filed in case of a datalink initiation failure?

Answer 78

An ASR to notify state/regional monitoring agencies.

Question 79

What must be filed in case of a datalink system failure?

Answer 79

To notify ATS unit and oper a workorder.

Question 80

What is the primary communication method for block fuel and ETA updates?

Answer 80

Via datalink communication using MCDU and ACARS.

Question 81

What should be entered when requesting block fuel?

Answer 81

BLOCK, TRIP, and TAXI fuel.