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1Under SA-CARs Part 65, what is the minimum passing percentage required on all theoretical knowledge examinations for an Air Traffic Controller licence?
2What is the standard minimum radar separation applied between two IFR aircraft operating at the same altitude in an en-route terminal environment equipped with calibrated monopulse SSR in South Africa?
3Aircraft A is climbing through FL180 at 2,000 ft/min. Aircraft B is descending through FL220 at 1,000 ft/min towards the same position. What is the time remaining until vertical separation (1,000 ft) is lost, assuming FL200 as the collision level?
4According to ICAO Annex 11 and SA-CATS 65, what minimum time separation must be applied to a Light aircraft taking off on the same runway behind a Heavy aircraft?
5What is the standard ICAO transponder code assigned for an aircraft experiencing complete radio communications failure (RCF)?
6An aircraft reports at FL310 with an altimeter setting of 1013.2 hPa. If the local QNH at the nearest reporting station is 998 hPa, what is the aircraft's true pressure altitude relative to mean sea level (assuming 30 ft per hPa)?
7Under SA-CARs Part 65, how many hours of valid Air Traffic Service experience within the preceding 90 days are required for an Air Traffic Controller to maintain recency on a rated unit position?
8What is the primary airspace classification of South African oceanic airspace within the Johannesburg Oceanic FIR above FL245?
9Two aircraft are on converging tracks at the same altitude. Aircraft A is flying on a track of 090° and Aircraft B is on a track of 360°. Which aircraft has the right-of-way?
10What is the standard vertical separation minimum (VSM) applied between IFR aircraft operating between FL290 and FL410 in Reduced Vertical Separation Minima (RVSM) airspace?
About the SACAA ATC Licence Exam
The SACAA Air Traffic Controller (ATC) Licence examination tests theoretical knowledge under SA-CARs Part 65 for air traffic service personnel in South Africa. The assessment covers Air Law, Air Traffic Management (ATM), separation standards, aeronautical meteorology, navigation, radar procedures, and human performance. Note: This online practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for theoretical knowledge and does not replace mandatory practical simulator evaluations, oral examinations, or on-the-job training (OJT) logbook requirements.
Assessment
Question count varies by module
Time Limit
90–120 minutes per paper
Passing Score
75%
Exam Fee
~R450 per examination paper under SACAA Part 187 fee schedule (South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA))
SACAA ATC Licence Exam Content Outline
Air Law and ATC Regulations
SA-CARs and SA-CATS Part 65, ICAO Annex 2/11 rules of the air, airspace organization, and legal ATC responsibilities.
Air Traffic Management and Separation
Standard longitudinal, lateral, and vertical separation, aerodrome control, approach control, en-route control, and wake turbulence minima.
Aeronautical Meteorology and Altimetry
METAR/TAF interpretation, severe weather avoidance, altimetry setting procedures (QNH/QFE/STD), and wind shear.
Navigation and Radar Systems
Radar vectoring, PSR/SSR Mode S identification, VOR/DME/NDB navigation principles, GNSS procedures, and radio communications.
Human Performance and Equipment
ATC situational awareness, fatigue management, stress, communication error prevention, and ATC console equipment limitations.
How to Pass the SACAA ATC Licence Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75%
- Assessment: Question count varies by module
- Time limit: 90–120 minutes per paper
- Exam fee: ~R450 per examination paper under SACAA Part 187 fee schedule
Keys to Passing
- Work through all 100 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pass mark for the SACAA ATC Licence theory exam?
The pass mark prescribed by SACAA for theoretical examinations under SA-CARs Part 65 is 75%.
Does this MCQ practice bank replace ATC practical simulator training?
No. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for the theoretical knowledge syllabus. Licensing requires completing approved ATO ground school, practical simulator assessments, oral evaluations, and OJT hours with a designated examiner.
How much does the SACAA ATC theory examination cost?
The standard SACAA examination fee under Part 187 is R450 per sitting, excluding any facility or invigilation fees charged by approved testing centers.
What topics are covered in the SACAA Part 65 ATC examination?
Key areas include Air Law (Part 65), Air Traffic Management & Separation Standards, Aeronautical Meteorology, Radar & Navigation Systems, and Human Factors.