FAA Military Competency Practice Exam

What requirement is lifted if an aircraft is in radar contact during IFR operations?

1. Reporting altitude during ascent

2. Reporting at designated points

3. Communicating with ATC frequently

4. Compliance with standard departure procedures

The correct answer is: Reporting at designated points

When an aircraft is in radar contact during IFR operations, the requirement to report at designated points is lifted. This means that pilots do not need to provide position reports at specific waypoints or fixes if their aircraft is being tracked by radar. Instead, air traffic control (ATC) can see the aircraft's position on their radar display and can maintain situational awareness without needing regular updates from the pilot. This beneficially streamlines communication between the pilot and ATC, allowing for a more efficient flow of traffic and reducing the frequency of required updates from the pilot. In contrast, requirements such as reporting altitude during ascent, communicating with ATC frequently, and ensuring compliance with standard departure procedures still remain in place to ensure safety and consistency in aircraft operations.