Flashcards on Aircraft Communication and Navigation Systems
Aircraft Communication and Navigation Systems Explained
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Aircraft Communication and Navigation Systems
14 cards
Card 1
Question: Is a certificated airframe mechanic allowed to adjust a communications transmitter?
Answer: No, that requires a license issued by the Federal Communications Commission.
Card 2
Question: Which frequency band is used for most aircraft communications?
Answer: The VHF band.
Card 3
Question: In which frequency band does the VOR equipment operate?
Answer: The VHF band.
Card 4
Question: Where is the preferred location for a VOR antenna on an airplane?
Answer: On top of the aircraft, along the center line of the fuselage.
Card 5
Question: Which component of the Instrument Landing System shares the antenna with the VOR?
Answer: The ILS localizer.
Card 6
Question: In what frequency band does the DME equipment operate?
Answer: The UHF band.
Card 7
Question: Where is the preferred location for a DME antenna?
Answer: Along the center line of the belly of the aircraft as far from any other antenna as is practical.
Card 8
Question: What precautions should be observed when working around aircraft radar?
Answer: Radar must not be operated when the aircraft is being fueled or defueled.
Card 9
Question: Which frequency band is used for long range communications from an aircraft?
Answer: The HF band.
Card 10
Question: How do static wicks aid the aircraft communication radios?
Answer: They aid in the dissipation of static that builds up on the aircraft.