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1Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 170, what minimum age applies to an Air Traffic Controller Licence applicant?
A.21 years of age
B.18 years of age
C.23 years of age
D.25 years of age
Explanation: Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 170(a) and ICAO Annex 1, an applicant for an Air Traffic Controller (ATC) licence shall be at least 21 years of age. A student air traffic controller may commence training earlier, but the full licence cannot be issued until reaching age 21.
2What class of medical assessment is mandatory for an air traffic controller holding or applying for an ATC licence under SSCAA PEL Regulation 170?
A.Class 3 Medical Certificate
B.Class 1 Medical Certificate
C.Class 2 Medical Certificate
D.Basic Driver's Medical Assessment
Explanation: Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 170(e) and ICAO Annex 1, air traffic controllers and student air traffic controllers receiving instruction in an operational environment must hold a valid Class 3 Medical Certificate, which specifically assesses visual acuity, color perception, hearing, cardiovascular health, and neuropsychiatric fitness.
3Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 170(b), what specific English language requirement must an air traffic controller satisfy?
A.Demonstrate the ability to speak and understand the English language in accordance with ICAO language proficiency requirements without impediment of speech that would interfere with two-way radio conversation
B.Speak English only when military traffic is operating in the sector
C.Demonstrate basic written literacy with no requirement for spoken radio clarity
D.English proficiency is optional if the controller speaks the local national language
Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 170(b) mandates that an applicant for an ATC licence must demonstrate the ability to speak and understand the English language in accordance with the language proficiency requirements contained in the Second Schedule without any impediment of speech that would interfere with two-way radiotelephony conversations.
4Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 171(4), when does an air traffic controller rating cease to be valid for a specific operational unit or location?
A.When during a continuous period of 6 months the licence holder has not at any time provided at that particular place the type of air traffic control service specified in the rating
B.When the controller takes more than 14 consecutive days of annual leave
C.At the end of each calendar month automatically
D.Only when the controller resigns from the Civil Aviation Authority
Explanation: Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 171(4), if an air traffic controller has not provided the specific type of air traffic control service at a particular place for a continuous period of 6 months, the rating ceases to be valid for that location. The controller must immediately inform the Authority and forward the licence for endorsement.
5Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 175(1)(d)(i), what is the minimum practical experience required for the initial issuance of an Aerodrome Control Rating?
A.Providing an aerodrome control service under the supervision of an on-the-job training instructor (OJTI) for a period of not less than 90 hours or one month, whichever is greater, at the unit for which the rating is sought
B.Providing aerodrome control service for at least 180 hours or three months
C.Completing 50 hours of control tower observation without active controlling
D.Controlling air traffic for 10 hours on a desktop computer simulator
Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 175(1)(d)(i) specifies that an applicant for an Aerodrome Control Rating must demonstrate competence while providing aerodrome control service under the supervision of an ATC on-the-job training instructor (OJTI) for a period of not less than 90 hours or one month, whichever is greater, at the specific unit for which the rating is sought.
6What is the minimum practical on-the-job experience required under SSCAA PEL Regulation 175(1)(d)(ii) for an Approach Control Procedural, Approach Control Surveillance, Area Control Procedural, or Area Control Surveillance Rating?
A.Not less than 180 hours or three months, whichever is greater, of providing the control service under the supervision of an OJTI at the unit for which the rating is sought
B.Not less than 90 hours or one month at the unit
C.Not less than 500 hours or one year in an administrative office
D.Not less than 20 hours on an approved flight simulator
Explanation: Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 175(1)(d)(ii), for an Approach Control Procedural, Approach Control Surveillance, Area Control Procedural, or Area Control Surveillance Rating, the applicant must complete not less than 180 hours or three months, whichever is greater, of active control service under the supervision of an appropriately qualified OJTI at the unit.
7Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 175(1)(d)(iii)-(iv), what specific practical experience must be completed for an Approach Precision Radar Control Rating?
A.Not less than 200 precision approaches, of which not more than 100 may be carried out on an approved radar simulator, and not less than 50 must have been carried out at the unit and on the equipment for which the rating is sought
B.Not less than 50 visual approaches in clear daylight
C.Not less than 500 hours of en-route flight following
D.Not less than 10 ILS localizer calibrations in a flight inspection aircraft
Explanation: SSCAA PEL Regulation 175(1)(d)(iii)-(iv) mandates that for an Approach Precision Radar Control rating, the controller must have executed not less than 200 precision radar approaches under OJTI supervision. Up to 100 approaches may be credited from an approved radar simulator, but at least 50 approaches must have been conducted at the actual unit using the operational radar equipment.
8Under ICAO Annex 11 Airspace Classification, what are the operating rules and flight separation services provided in Class A airspace?
A.IFR flights only are permitted; all flights are subject to air traffic control service and are separated from each other; VFR flights are strictly prohibited
B.IFR and VFR flights are permitted; VFR flights receive separation from other VFR flights only
C.All flights operate autonomously without two-way radio communications
D.Class A airspace is reserved exclusively for uncrewed balloons and drones
Explanation: Under ICAO Annex 11 standard airspace definitions: In Class A airspace, ONLY Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) flights are permitted. All flights are provided with air traffic control service and are separated from each other by standard vertical, lateral, or longitudinal separation. Visual Flight Rules (VFR) flights are strictly prohibited.
9What separation services are provided by air traffic controllers in Class C controlled airspace?
A.IFR flights are separated from other IFR flights and from VFR flights; VFR flights are separated from IFR flights and receive traffic information in respect of other VFR flights
B.All aircraft (IFR and VFR) are separated from all other aircraft
C.No separation is provided; controllers provide weather advisories only
D.VFR flights are separated from VFR flights, but IFR flights receive no separation
Explanation: In Class C airspace: IFR flights are separated from other IFR flights and from all VFR flights. VFR flights are separated from IFR flights, but VFR flights are NOT separated from other VFR flights—they receive traffic information (traffic advisories) and collision avoidance advice upon request.
10What air traffic services are provided to flights operating in Class G (uncontrolled) airspace?
A.Flight Information Service (FIS) and Alerting Service only, upon request or when available; air traffic separation is NOT provided
B.Positive radar separation between all aircraft
C.Mandatory radar vectoring to all runway approaches
D.Continuous speed control and holding pattern assignments
Explanation: Class G airspace is uncontrolled airspace. Both IFR and VFR flights are permitted without mandatory ATC clearance. Air traffic control separation is NOT provided. Aircraft receive Flight Information Service (weather, navaid status, traffic information when known) and Alerting Service (for search and rescue) upon request.

About the SSCAA ATC Licence Exam Exam

The SSCAA Air Traffic Controller Licence Examinations verify that controllers possess the aeronautical knowledge, operational competence, and phraseology required to provide air traffic control services in South Sudan airspace per the Personnel Licensing Regulations, 2026.

Exam sponsor: South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Regulation 172 lists air law, equipment, general aircraft knowledge, human performance, meteorology, navigation and operational procedures. Approved training and at least three months of supervised actual control service are required, together with rating-specific experience and competence. Simulator credit exists for specified precision-radar experience; a universal mandatory simulator exam, centralized written series, fixed count, duration and numeric pass mark were not verified.

Time Limit

Not published in the reviewed public sources; confirm with SSCAA

Passing Score

Not published in the reviewed public sources; confirm with SSCAA

Exam / Certification Fees

Not published (Regulation 262 specifies fees are prescribed by the Authority)

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Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

17.2% of this practice bank (16/93)

Air Law and Airspace Organization

SSCAA Civil Aviation Regulations, ICAO Annexes 2 & 11, Doc 4444 (PANS-ATM), airspace classes A–G, ATS routes, and controller legal responsibilities.

54.8% of this practice bank (51/93)

ATS Procedures, Aircraft Knowledge and Performance

Aerodrome, approach and area control, separation, wake turbulence, transfer of control, aircraft systems, flight principles and performance relevant to ATS.

14.0% of this practice bank (13/93)

ATC Equipment, Navigation and Altimetry

Surveillance systems (PSR, SSR, ADS-B), navigation aids (VOR, DME, GNSS, PBN), altimeter setting procedures (QNH, QFE, standard), and transition levels.

5.4% of this practice bank (5/93)

Aviation Meteorology

Aeronautical meteorological reports (METAR, SPECI, TAF), SIGMETs, pressure systems, wind shear, tropical squalls, thunderstorms, and altimetry corrections.

8.6% of this practice bank (8/93)

Human Performance, Communications and Emergencies

Threat and error management (TEM), situational awareness, fatigue, radiotelephony phraseology, loss of communication, and emergency and SAR alerting phases.

Preparing for the SSCAA ATC Licence Exam Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Not published in the reviewed public sources; confirm with SSCAA
  • Assessment: Regulation 172 lists air law, equipment, general aircraft knowledge, human performance, meteorology, navigation and operational procedures. Approved training and at least three months of supervised actual control service are required, together with rating-specific experience and competence. Simulator credit exists for specified precision-radar experience; a universal mandatory simulator exam, centralized written series, fixed count, duration and numeric pass mark were not verified.
  • Time limit: Not published in the reviewed public sources; confirm with SSCAA
  • Exam / certification fees: Not published (Regulation 262 specifies fees are prescribed by the Authority) Official sources

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SSCAA ATC Licence Exam: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master standard ICAO and SSCAA separation minima for both procedural and surveillance environments (Doc 4444).
2Practice interpreting METAR, TAF, and SIGMET reports with specific focus on tropical convective weather hazards and wind shear.
3Review standard radiotelephony phraseology, lost communication procedures, and emergency aircraft alerting phases (INCERFA, ALERFA, DETRESFA).

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the eligibility requirements for an SSCAA ATC licence?

Under SSCAA PEL Regulation 170, an applicant must be at least 21 years of age, hold a valid Class 3 medical certificate, demonstrate English proficiency without speech impediment, complete an approved training course, and complete not less than three months of supervised actual control service.

What ATC ratings are issued by SSCAA?

Regulation 173 lists aerodrome control, approach procedural, approach surveillance, approach precision radar, area procedural and area surveillance ratings.

What happens if an ATC rating is unused for six months?

Under Regulation 171(4), six continuous months without providing the rated service at a particular place causes that rating to cease being valid for that place. The holder must inform the Authority as required by Regulation 171(5).

What language is used for ATC operations in South Sudan?

English is the required international operational and radiotelephony language under SSCAA PEL regulations, and candidates must satisfy the language proficiency standards set out in the Second Schedule.