Aviation Quiz

A closed runway is indicated by:

• Yellow chevrons

• A large yellow "X"

• A flashing red beacon

• A "Do Not Enter" sign

Which tool helps pilots identify wind direction on the ground?

• Compass

• Anemometer

• Wind cone (windsock)

• Gyroscope

An airport beacon flashing green and white indicates:

• A military airfield

• A heliport

• A civilian airport

• A water airport

What does the term "VFR" mean?

• Visual Flying Rules

• Visual Flight Rules

• Verified Flight Record

• Variable Flight Regulations

A yellow runway holding position sign indicates:

• Taxiway direction

• A mandatory instruction

• A closed taxiway

• A runway boundary

What is a NOTAM used for?

• Communicating routine air traffic control instructions

• Broadcasting weather conditions

• Disseminating time-critical aeronautical information

• Reporting airspace classifications

Which of the following is NOT a wind direction indicator?

• Wind cone

• Tetrahedron

• Anemometer

• Compass rose

What color are taxiway edge lights?

• White

• Green

• Blue

• Yellow

What does "AITS" stand for?

• Automatic Integrated Traffic System

• Aeronautical Information Transmission Service

• Airfield Identification and Tracking System

• Aeronautical Information Transfer System

A segmented circle at an airport is used to:

• Indicate the traffic pattern

• Mark the runway threshold

• Display airport elevation

• Identify closed runways