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1According to standard ICAO radiotelephony procedures used by Brunei DCA, how should the number '10,000' be transmitted when referring to altitude?
A.TEN THOUSAND
B.ONE ZERO THOUSAND
C.ONE ZERO ZERO ZERO ZERO
D.ONE MYRIAD
Explanation: In standard aeronautical radiotelephony, numbers expressed in whole thousands are transmitted by pronouncing each digit in the number of thousands followed by the word THOUSAND. Therefore, 10,000 is spoken as 'ONE ZERO THOUSAND'.
2Which word is used in radiotelephony to mean 'My transmission is ended and I expect a response'?
A.OUT
B.ROGER
C.OVER
D.WILCO
Explanation: The standard radiotelephony word 'OVER' signifies that the transmission is completed and a response is expected from the receiving station. The phrase 'OVER' should not be used in combination with 'OUT'.
3What is the correct radiotelephony pronunciation of the letter 'C' in the ICAO phonetic alphabet?
A.CHARLIE
B.CHARLEY
C.CHARLES
D.COCO
Explanation: The standard ICAO phonetic word for the letter 'C' is 'CHARLIE' (pronounced CHAR-LEE). It is used to spell out call signs and waypoint identifiers to ensure clarity over the radio.
4When a pilot receives an ATC clearance, which of the following items MUST always be read back in full?
A.Local meteorological information and ATIS code
B.Runway in use, altimeter settings, and taxi instructions
C.En-route weather advisories and SIGMET notices
D.Time checks and non-essential advisory messages
Explanation: ICAO Doc 9432 and DCA Brunei rules strictly mandate full readback for safety-critical items: runway clearance/instructions, active runway in use, altimeter settings (QNH/QFE), ATC route clearances, level/heading/speed instructions, and transponder codes.
5What standard phrase should a pilot use to inform ATC that an instruction has been understood and WILL be complied with?
A.ROGER
B.WILCO
C.ACKNOWLEDGE
D.APPROVED
Explanation: 'WILCO' is an abbreviation for 'Will Comply'. It means 'I understand your message and will comply with it.'
6How should a VHF radio frequency of 118.100 MHz be spoken in standard radiotelephony?
A.ONE ONE EIGHT POINT ONE
B.ONE ONE EIGHT DECIMAL ONE
C.ONE EIGHTEEN DECIMAL ONE ZERO ZERO
D.ONE HUNDRED EIGHTEEN POINT ONE
Explanation: Frequencies are transmitted by pronouncing each digit sequentially, using the word 'DECIMAL' for the separator. Thus 118.100 is spoken as 'ONE ONE EIGHT DECIMAL ONE' (or 'ONE ONE EIGHT DECIMAL ONE ZERO ZERO' if 8.33 kHz channel spacing applies, but 118.1 is spoken as 'ONE ONE EIGHT DECIMAL ONE').
7What aeronautical frequency band is allocated for VHF air-ground voice communications?
A.108.000 to 117.950 MHz
B.118.000 to 136.975 MHz
C.225.000 to 399.950 MHz
D.88.000 to 108.000 MHz
Explanation: The VHF aeronautical mobile service band for voice communications ranges from 118.000 MHz to 136.975 MHz.
8Which of the following call signs represents an Aerodrome Control Tower ground station?
A.BRUNEI CONTROL
B.BRUNEI APPROACH
C.BRUNEI TOWER
D.BRUNEI INFORMATION
Explanation: The suffix 'TOWER' is used for the ground station providing Aerodrome Control service. 'BRUNEI TOWER' controls movements on the active runway and in the aerodrome traffic circuit.
9What is the meaning of the phrase 'SAY AGAIN' in radiotelephony?
A.Repeat all, or the specified part, of your last transmission
B.I am repeating my last message for your clarification
C.Your transmission was loud and clear
D.Please speak more slowly on future transmissions
Explanation: 'SAY AGAIN' means 'Repeat all, or the specified part, of your last transmission.' It is used when a portion of a transmission was unreadable or missed.
10In radiotelephony readability scale ratings, what does a rating of '3' signify?
A.Unreadable
B.Readable now and then
C.Readable with difficulty
D.Perfectly readable
Explanation: The ICAO readability scale is: 1 = Unreadable, 2 = Readable now and then, 3 = Readable with difficulty, 4 = Readable, 5 = Perfectly readable. Therefore, 3 means 'Readable with difficulty'.

About the Brunei DCA CPL(A) VFR Communications Exam

The Brunei DCA CPL(A) VFR Communications examination tests a candidate pilot's knowledge of standard ICAO/DCA radiotelephony communications, phraseology, aerodrome traffic procedures, distress and urgency calls, and radio communication failure procedures under Visual Flight Rules. OpenExamPrep provides an English-language multiple-choice study bank at this practice URL; it is a study adaptation for BAR 1 Part-FCL theoretical knowledge, not an official DCA paper, translation, or format simulation. A separate CPL(A) skill test and Class 1 medical are also required for licence issue.

Assessment

Written or computer-based multiple-choice theoretical knowledge examination in subject 091 — VFR Communications for the Brunei DCA CPL(A) under BAR 1 Part-FCL FCL.310. Official paper: 24 questions in 30 minutes; pass mark 75% with no penalty marking (FCL.025). Official item count and duration follow AMC1 ARA.FCL.300(b) CPL(A) examination tables. Brunei BAR 1 Part-FCL AMC directs professional theoretical examination length and question distribution to ARA.FCL.300(b) under Brunei's EASA-based aircrew framework. Confirm any DCA-published national variants with Personnel Licensing before booking.

Time Limit

30 minutes

Passing Score

75%

Exam Fee

Contact DCA Brunei Personnel Licensing / Approved Training Organisation (ATO) for the current examination fee schedule (not published as a fixed public tariff in BAR 1). (Department of Civil Aviation (DCA), Brunei Darussalam)

Brunei DCA CPL(A) VFR Communications Exam Content Outline

25%

General Operating Procedures

Transmitting technique, standard words and phrases, phonetic alphabet, call signs, and readback requirements.

30%

Aerodrome VFR Communications

Taxiing, circuit procedures, departure, arrival, VFR transit reports, and control zone operations.

25%

Radiotelephony Phraseology

Clearances, altimeter settings, position reports, wind/traffic info, and flight service communications.

10%

Distress and Urgency Calls

MAYDAY and PAN PAN declarations, priority of communications, distress relay, and cancellation.

10%

Radio Failure Procedures

VFR communications failure, transponder code 7600, visual light gun signals, and blind transmissions.

How to Pass the Brunei DCA CPL(A) VFR Communications Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 75%
  • Assessment: Written or computer-based multiple-choice theoretical knowledge examination in subject 091 — VFR Communications for the Brunei DCA CPL(A) under BAR 1 Part-FCL FCL.310. Official paper: 24 questions in 30 minutes; pass mark 75% with no penalty marking (FCL.025). Official item count and duration follow AMC1 ARA.FCL.300(b) CPL(A) examination tables. Brunei BAR 1 Part-FCL AMC directs professional theoretical examination length and question distribution to ARA.FCL.300(b) under Brunei's EASA-based aircrew framework. Confirm any DCA-published national variants with Personnel Licensing before booking.
  • Time limit: 30 minutes
  • Exam fee: Contact DCA Brunei Personnel Licensing / Approved Training Organisation (ATO) for the current examination fee schedule (not published as a fixed public tariff in BAR 1).

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Brunei DCA CPL(A) VFR Communications Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master standard ICAO radiotelephony words and phrases (Doc 9432) to avoid colloquial or non-standard radio transmissions.
2Thoroughly review readback requirements, especially clearances involving active runways, altimeter settings, taxi instructions, and squawk codes.
3Understand distress (MAYDAY) and urgency (PAN PAN) call structures, frequency handling, and visual light signals in the event of two-way radio failure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the Brunei DCA CPL(A) VFR Communications exam?

BAR 1 Part-FCL FCL.025 awards a pass for at least 75% of the marks on a theoretical knowledge examination paper, with no penalty marking.

How long is the exam and how many questions are there?

The official Brunei DCA CPL(A) paper for 091 — VFR Communications is a written or computer-based multiple-choice examination with 24 questions and a time limit of 30 minutes. Pass mark is 75% (BAR 1 Part-FCL FCL.025). Official item count and duration follow AMC1 ARA.FCL.300(b) CPL(A) examination tables. Brunei BAR 1 Part-FCL AMC directs professional theoretical examination length and question distribution to ARA.FCL.300(b) under Brunei's EASA-based aircrew framework. Confirm any DCA-published national variants with Personnel Licensing before booking. This OpenExamPrep bank is an English-language MCQ study aid, not the official paper.

What topics are covered in the VFR Communications paper?

The examination covers general operating procedures, aerodrome VFR communications, standard ICAO radiotelephony phraseology, distress and urgency calls, and radio failure procedures.

In what language is the Brunei DCA CPL(A) theoretical examination conducted?

BAR 1 Part-FCL AMC states that Brunei DCA informs applicants of the examination language(s). BAR texts and licensing forms are published in English. This OpenExamPrep bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official translation or paper simulation.