Lost Procedures

Question 1

After what passage of time should a pilot presume that they have missed seeing a landmark due to track or timing error

Answer 1

10 min

Question 2

What squawk code should a pilot set on the transponder if lost

Answer 2

0030

Question 3

What is the London frequency to call to obtain help if lost

Answer 3

121.500 MHz

Question 4

If a pilot is lost and contacts London frequency to advise lost, what information should the pilot pass

Answer 4

Pan Pan, Pan Pan, Pan Pan
London Center
Callsign: G-AVUS
Type PA28
Situation I s LOST
Last known position Last known position Coventry
How long ago 45 minutes ago
Alttitude Alt 3500ft
Heading 180 degrees
Request Assistance

Question 5

Lost Procedure

A pilot should adopt a ____ cruise. This will allow for what 3 things

Answer 5

Low Safe Cruise

1. Save Fuel
2. Reduce ground speed
3. Provide additional safety margins

Question 6

Lost procedure

What is the advantage of following a line feature

Answer 6

Major roads or railways usually lead to civilisation

BE AWARE OF FUEL ENDURANCE

Question 7

Lost procedure

If considering doing an off-airfield landing, what are the 5 S’s to consider for selecting a field

Answer 7

Size
Shape
Surface
Slope
(determine)
Suitability

Question 8

If planning to land in an off-airfield site, how many passes should you make, and at what height for each pass

Answer 8

1. 3 passes
2. 500 ft
3. 200 ft
4. 50 ft