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1What is the mandatory minimum pass mark for the SACAA General Radiotelephony Operator's Certificate examination?

A.75%

B.70%

C.80%

D.85%

Explanation: SACAA theoretical knowledge examinations, including the General Radiotelephony Licence exam, require a minimum pass mark of 75%.

2Which distress signal word must be repeated three times at the beginning of a radiotelephony message to indicate that an aircraft is threatened by grave and imminent danger and requests immediate assistance?

A.MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY

B.PAN PAN PAN PAN PAN PAN

C.SECURITE SECURITE SECURITE

D.EMERGENCY EMERGENCY EMERGENCY

Explanation: The spoken distress signal is 'MAYDAY' spoken three times.

3What is the correct radiotelephony pronunciation of the number '9' and altitude '10,000' according to ICAO standard phraseology?

A.NINER and ONE ZERO THOUSAND

B.NINE and TEN THOUSAND

C.NINER and TEN THOUSAND

D.NINE and ONE ZERO ZERO ZERO ZERO

Explanation: ICAO phonetics mandate 'NINER' for 9 to avoid confusion with German 'nein', and 'ONE ZERO THOUSAND' for 10,000 ft.

4An IFR aircraft is instructed: 'SPRINGBOK 412, SQUAWK IDENT'. What action should the pilot take?

A.Press the 'IDENT' button on the SSR transponder control panel once

B.Speak 'SPRINGBOK 412 IDENT' over the radio frequency

C.Change transponder Mode A code to 7700

D.Turn off the transponder for 5 seconds then turn back ON

Explanation: 'SQUAWK IDENT' instructs the pilot to press the transponder SPI/IDENT button, causing the target to blossom/highlight on the controller's display for identification.

5What phraseology must a pilot use to indicate that a message has been understood and will be complied with?

A.WILCO

B.ROGER

C.AFFIRM

D.COPY THAT

Explanation: 'WILCO' means 'I understand your message and WILL COMPLY with it'. ('ROGER' means received only; does not promise compliance).

6Which radio frequency is designated as the international VHF distress and emergency frequency?

A.121.500 MHz

B.124.800 MHz

C.118.100 MHz

D.121.900 MHz

Explanation: 121.5 MHz is the international aeronautical VHF emergency frequency.

7What elements are mandatory in an IFR readback to ATC?

A.ATC route clearances, runway in use, altimeter settings, SSR transponder codes, level clearances, speed instructions, and approach clearances

B.Weather reports and fuel state only

C.Wind direction and aircraft type only

D.Passenger count and departure gate

Explanation: ICAO Annex 11 mandates strict readback of all safety-critical items: clearances, levels, headings, speeds, runways, QNH/QFE, and transponder codes.

8An aircraft is experiencing a radio receiver failure (can transmit but cannot receive). How should the pilot format radio transmissions?

A.Transmit message twice ('TRANSMITTING BLIND DUE TO RECEIVER FAILURE'), specifying position, altitude, and intention

B.Squawk 7500 and shut down radio

C.Transmit on 124.8 MHz only

D.Remain silent and rely on light signals

Explanation: In receiver failure, the pilot transmits blind twice on designated frequencies preceded by 'TRANSMITTING BLIND DUE TO RECEIVER FAILURE'.

9What transponder Mode A code indicates complete two-way radio communications failure (RCF)?

A.7600

B.7500

C.7700

D.2000

Explanation: Squawk 7600 is the international transponder code for radio failure.

10An ATC controller transmits: 'SPRINGBOK 501, REPORT PASSING FL180'. What is the correct pilot readback or response?

A.WILCO, SPRINGBOK 501 (or 'WILCO, WILCO PASSING FL180, SPRINGBOK 501')

B.ROGER, SPRINGBOK 501

C.SQUAWK 1800, SPRINGBOK 501

D.AFFIRM, SPRINGBOK 501

Explanation: A report request requires a 'WILCO' response (promising to make the report when passing FL180) along with aircraft call sign.

About the SACAA General RT Licence Exam

The SACAA General Radiotelephony (RT) Operator Certificate examination tests advanced aeronautical radio communications for pilots operating under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and in controlled airspace in South Africa. The syllabus includes IFR standard phraseology, radar vectoring calls, radio navigation aids, SSR transponder procedures, and distress/urgency protocols. Note: This online practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation and does not replace the mandatory practical oral simulation with a Designated Radio Telephony Examiner (RTE).

Questions

45 scored questions

Time Limit

60 minutes

Passing Score

75%

Exam Fee

~R450 per exam sitting under SACAA Part 187 fees (South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA))

SACAA General RT Licence Exam Content Outline

30%

General RT Phraseology and IFR Communication

Standard ICAO/SACAA IFR phraseology, departure clearances, position reports, holding pattern calls, and instrument approach communications.

25%

Radio Navigation Aids and Transponders

VOR, DME, NDB, ILS identifiers, SSR transponder operating modes (Mode C/S), and squawk codes (7500, 7600, 7700).

25%

Radar Services and Airspace Communication

Radar vectoring, radar identification, separation advisories, Class A/B/C/D/G airspace radio procedures, and ATC handover.

20%

Distress, Urgency and Emergency Procedures

MAYDAY and PAN PAN declarations, radio failure procedures under IFR/VFR, emergency frequencies (121.5 MHz / 243.0 MHz), and relaying distress.

How to Pass the SACAA General RT Licence Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 75%
Exam length: 45 questions
Time limit: 60 minutes
Exam fee: ~R450 per exam sitting under SACAA Part 187 fees

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SACAA General RT Licence Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master standard IFR readback items: clearances, runway in use, altimeter settings, SSR codes, and approach instructions.

2Know emergency transponder codes: 7500 (Unlawful Interference), 7600 (Radio Failure), 7700 (General Emergency).

3Learn the exact structure of an IFR position report: Aircraft ID, Position, Time, Flight Level, Next Position & ETA, Ensuing Position.

4Understand radio failure communication steps under IFR (maintaining last assigned altitude/route, Squawk 7600, executing instrument approach).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Restricted and General RT licences in South Africa?

Restricted RT is limited to Visual Flight Rules (VFR) communications, whereas General RT permits radiotelephony for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) flights, international operations, and advanced air traffic control environments.

What pass mark is required for SACAA General RT?

The theoretical pass mark is 75%.

Is a practical exam required after the written test?

Yes. Candidates must pass a practical oral communication assessment with a Designated Radio Telephony Examiner (RTE) to obtain licence endorsement.

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