Flying Out of Trouble Flashcards
1
Q
What should you do if you fly into a cloud?
A
180 turn, climb out, or descent down but no less than 2000 ft above the highest point
2
Q
What are the four C’s of ATC assistance when in IMC?
A
Climb, Communicate with nearest ATC, Confess, Comply
3
Q
What is the emergency frequency monitored by FSS stations and nav frequencies?
A
121.5
4
Q
What is the best option in an IMC emergency if fuel allows?
A
ATC radar vectors to VFR conditions
5
Q
What is Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR) approach?
A
ATC will give vectors and altitudes to line up with the runway for approach at least 3 miles from the runway
6
Q
When do you request a no-gyro approach?
A
When the pilot has difficulty maintaining heading or the gyro (HSI) has failed
