Flight rulesQuestion 83 of 934

A pilot flies to an airport that has an operating control tower, in Class G airspace. When must two-way radio communications be established?

  1. Before 10 nautical miles from the airport, up to and including 4,000 feet AGL
  2. After the pilot enters the traffic pattern
  3. Before 4 nautical miles from the airport, up to and including 2,500 feet AGL
  4. Before 2 nautical miles from the airport, up to and including 1,500 feet AGL
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Correct answer: Before 4 nautical miles from the airport, up to and including 2,500 feet AGL

Communications must be established before 4 nautical miles from the airport, up to and including 2,500 feet AGL.

Source: 14 CFR Part 91, § 91.126 Operating on or in the vicinity of an airport in Class G airspace.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026