Drone Advanced Exam (RPAS): Radio communications

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1. The CFS lists 'MF 122.2 5 NM 3100 ASL' for an aerodrome. What does it tell you?

   1. MF procedures apply within 5 NM, up to 3,100 ft ASL, on 122.2
   2. Drones may fly up to 3,100 ft ASL anywhere within 5 NM
   3. ATC must be called on 122.2 only once you have landed
   4. The aerodrome is closed to all flights within 5 NM below 3,100 ft

2. How does a distress message on the radio begin?

   1. PAN PAN, said once
   2. HELP, said three times
   3. SECURITY, said twice
   4. MAYDAY, said three times

3. Which frequency range is used for aeronautical VHF voice communications in Canada?

   1. 2.4 to 2.5 GHz
   2. 118 to 137 MHz
   3. 400 to 470 MHz
   4. 88 to 108 MHz

4. When talking with aviation traffic, how is 'altitude' different from 'height'?

   1. Altitude is above sea level; height is above the ground
   2. They mean the same and can be used either way
   3. Altitude is above the ground; height is above sea level
   4. Altitude is in metres; height is in feet

5. Pilots flying in uncontrolled airspace away from aerodromes usually monitor which frequency?

   1. 126.7 MHz
   2. 121.5 MHz only
   3. 123.2 MHz
   4. 118.0 MHz

6. What is a blind broadcast?

   1. A call made with the radio volume turned off
   2. A recorded weather report on a set frequency
   3. A message sent only to the control tower
   4. A transmission made without expecting a reply

7. Which is good radio practice on a busy aerodrome frequency?

   1. Transmit right away so you are heard first
   2. Repeat each message three times to be sure
   3. Hold the button down to keep the channel
   4. Listen first and keep your message short

8. In an MF area with no ground station operating, what do manned aircraft do with their reports?

   1. They send them by text to the airport
   2. They skip reporting until a station opens
   3. They broadcast them on the MF
   4. They phone them in to NAV CANADA

9. Which certificate lets you transmit on an aviation VHF radio in Canada?

   1. The ROC-A, issued by ISED
   2. The advanced drone pilot certificate
   3. An amateur radio basic licence
   4. A NAV CANADA flight authorization

10. Your drone flies away near an uncontrolled aerodrome. What should a radio advisory include?

    1. The drone's last known position, altitude and direction
    2. Your full home address and your personal phone number
    3. The camera settings and lens you used during the flight
    4. The drone's purchase price and the brand of its battery

11. What does a routine initial call to ATC contain, in order?

    1. Only your registration number, repeated twice
    2. Who you call, who you are, where, and what you want
    3. Your name, the drone's price and the weather
    4. What you want, your phone number and your address

12. What is the aviation emergency frequency?

    1. 121.5 MHz
    2. 123.2 MHz
    3. 122.8 MHz
    4. 126.7 MHz

13. Which transponder code does a manned aircraft set after losing two-way radio?

    1. 1200
    2. 7700
    3. 7500
    4. 7600

14. When control of a drone passes from one crew member to another, what should happen on the crew radio?

    1. The visual observer announces it to ATC first
    2. The new pilot simply takes the controls silently
    3. Both pilots hold the sticks until it stabilizes
    4. The transfer is stated clearly and acknowledged