2.6.12
Describe the procedures for operations in transponder mandatory airspace when
the aircraft transponder is inoperative.
Operations In TM airspace and Transponder Inoperative
To operations in transponder mandatory airspace, aircraft are required to have an operational
transponder including Mode C information.
Without an operative transponder;
The pilot must
– Advise of non-operative transponder NEGATIVE TRANSPONDER
– Must obtain specific ATC approval before entering TM airspace.
Other helpful Information
2.8.10
Describe the requirements associated with ELT testing.
ELT testing requirements
ELT self test is authorised on 121.5 MHz/406 MHz as follows:
(a) Tests should be no longer than three audio sweeps and NOT exceed 20 seconds; and
(b) Tests may be conducted only within the time period made up of the first five minutes after each hour. Emergency tests outside this time must be coordinated with both the nearest ATS unit and RCCNZ.
(c) Tests should be conducted in a sheltered/shielded area.
Airborne ELT tests are NOT permitted.
To test your ELT:
(a) Select 121.5 MHz on the radio, volume as appropiate
(b) Turn the ELT ON, listen for 3 sweeps (lasting 1 – 2 seconds in total)
(c) Turn the ELT back to ARM
Once the ELT is turned ON, the sweeps/sounds should be heard instantly. The light will also be illuminated and flash instantly. When the switch is placed back in the ARM position, the light will stay illuminated for approximately 1 second, then extinguish.
2.6.10
List the documents that identify transponder mandatory airspace.
Transponder Mandatory Airspace
Transponder Mandatory Airspace listed in the New Zealand Air Navigation Register is available on the CAA website.
It can also be found on the ENRC and area charts, as well as VNC charts and VPC’s.
On maps and charts, the transponder mandatory airspace is designated by the code ‘TM‘
2.16.10
State the meaning of light signals used by ATC.
ATC light signals – Aircraft in Flight
ATC light signals
|
Aircraft in Flight
|
| Steady green |
Cleared to land |
| Steady red |
Give way to other aircraft and continue circling |
| Series of green flashes |
Return for landing (clearance to land and to taxi will be given in due course) |
| Series of red flashes |
Aerodrome unsafe, do not land |
| Flashing white |
Land at this aerodrome and
proceed to apron |
| Alternating red and green flashes |
Danger, be on the alert |
ATC light signals – Aircraft on Ground
ATC light signals
|
Aircraft on the Ground
|
| Steady green . |
Cleared to take off |
| Steady red |
Stop |
| Series of green flashes |
Cleared to taxi |
| Series of red flashes |
Taxi clear of landing area in
use |
| Flashing white |
Return to starting point on
aerodrome |
Alternating red and green
flashes |
Danger, be on the alert |
RED PYROTECHNIC
The tower can use a Flare gun to shoot a Red Pyrotechnic Unlike light gun signals, the flare is not addressed to a particular aircraft and means
“Notwithstanding any previous instructions, do not land for the time being
Intentions (Where are you going?)
