Pathfinder HLZs Exam Questions and Answers

What covers air traffic control? ANSWER FAA 7110.65P, FM 3-21.38, FM 3-
04.120.

Four Purposes of Pathfinder Air Traffic Control Procedures - ANSWER:
Prevent Collisions

-Speed up traffic.

- Provide flight information.

-Aid in Search and Rescue

Internal Network Recorder - DA Form 7461-R


Three characteristics of a Pathfinder ATC: ANSWER -Accuracy

-Speed

-Knowledge


Six Communication Techniques for ATC - ANSWER: Avoid monotonous
pitch.

-Avoid speaking too slowly or too quickly.

-Avoid displaying emotion, anxiousness, or excitement.

Speak right into the microphone.

-Use a natural conversational tone.

, -Speak with confidence.


Relevant Information for ATC: ANSWER - Signal on call

-Describe the landing place.

-Wind speed and direction.

-Field elevation of the landing site (night only)


Advisory Information for ATC - ANSWER: Turbulence at or around the site.

-Obstacles/Hazards

-Artillery or mortar fire

-Enemy scenario.

-Weather

-Other air conditioning at or near the location.


Three Cardinal Rules for Arriving and Departing Aircraft - Answer 1: Arriving
aircraft will not be given authorization to land at a landing location until all
preceding aircraft have taxied from or flown forward of the designated landing
point.

2. The departing aircraft will not be permitted to depart until all preceding
aircraft have flown clear of the forward landing site. This is to prevent one
aircraft from flying over another.

3. Never let a sling load A/C fly over people, equipment, or another A/C at any
time.