Question

Generally, an aircraft is established by at least __________ prior to the final approach.

(a) 2 nautical miles

(b) 10 nautical miles

(c) 8 nautical miles

(d) 200 nautical miles

The question was posed to me during an interview.

Question is from Aviation Communication Systems topic in chapter Aviation Communication Systems of Aircraft Maintenance

Answer 1

Right answer is (a) 2 nautical miles

To explain I would say: Generally, an aircraft is established by at least 2 nautical miles prior to the final approach. At a controlled airport, ATC will direct the aircraft to the localizer course via certain assigned headings.