Radio Telephony Chapter 5 Unattended Aerodromes

What are unattended aerodromes?

They are uncontrolled aerodromes that don’t have Air Traffic Control or Flight Service in attendance

Based on charts, how do you know that an aerodrome is unattended?

When TOWER or FLIGHT SERVICE isn’t stated at the top of the chart

What is the prefix for unattended aerodromes?

Traffic

What frequency should you use if there is no frequency listed on the chart?

119.1 MHz

What is the difference between radio calls for unattended aerodromes and Flight Service aerodromes?

At unattended aerodromes you won’t get a response

Will other aircraft respond to your radio calls in an unattended aerodrome?

If they feel the need

What should you do before takeoff?

Make a radio broadcast prior to lining up, and have a good lookout on final for traffic

Is there a mandatory requirement to make radio calls when approaching unattended aerodromes?

No

What are the conditions for when you should make a broadcast when within an unattended aerodrome?

Below 3,000ft and 5 to 10 nautical miles from the aerodrome. Make sure your report includes your position, altitude, and intentions

When joining the circuit, when should you make a radio call?

When overhead the aerodrome, and immediately before joining the circuit