Multiple choice general knowledge

Prior to starting each maneuver, pilots should

  1. announce their intentions on the nearest CTAF.

  2. report their intentions on the flight plan

  3. check altitude, airspeed, and heading indications.

  4. visually scan the entire area for collision avoidance.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Collision avoidance is ALWAYS the pilot's primary responsibility. Before ANY maneuver, pilots must visually scan the entire area to ensure it's clear of other aircraft. While CTAF announcements (A) are good practice, radio calls don't guarantee other pilots will hear or avoid you. Reporting on flight plans (B) is for ATC, not real-time collision avoidance. Checking instruments (C) is important but secondary to visual clearing.

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