Quiz: Traffic Spotting Techniques
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All pilots must maintain vigilance in order to see and avoid other aircraft. In a see-and-be-seen environment, you should continuously scan all areas visible from the cockpit. But do you know the best method to accomplish this? What about at night? Take this quiz and test your ability to spot a potential traffic conflict and avoid a dangerous collision.
1. During nighttime hours, the most effective method of scanning for other aircraft is to use
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2. Most midair collision accidents occur during
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3. How can you determine if another aircraft is on a collision course with your aircraft?
![3. How can you determine if another aircraft is on a collision course with your aircraft?](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/05181020/nearby-traffic.png)
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4. The most effective method of scanning for other aircraft for collision avoidance during daylight hours is to use
![4. The most effective method of scanning for other aircraft for collision avoidance during daylight hours is to use](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/05180433/scan-segment.jpg)
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5. What procedure is recommended when climbing or descending VFR on an airway?
![5. What procedure is recommended when climbing or descending VFR on an airway?](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/05180436/citation.jpg)
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6. The Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) specifically encourages pilots to turn on their landing lights when operating below 10,000 feet, day or night, and especially when operating
![6. The Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) specifically encourages pilots to turn on their landing lights when operating below 10,000 feet, day or night, and especially when operating](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/05180446/SS143108_01.jpg)
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7. During a night flight, you observe a steady green light and a flashing red light ahead and at the same altitude. What is the general direction of movement of the other aircraft?
![7. During a night flight, you observe a steady green light and a flashing red light ahead and at the same altitude. What is the general direction of movement of the other aircraft?](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/05180441/navlights_5.jpg)
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8. Prior to starting each maneuver, pilots should
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9. During a night flight, you observe a steady white light and a flashing red light ahead and at the same altitude. What is the general direction of movement of the other aircraft?
![9. During a night flight, you observe a steady white light and a flashing red light ahead and at the same altitude. What is the general direction of movement of the other aircraft?](https://media.flighttrainingcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/05180428/beaconNight.jpg)
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Collision Avoidance
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