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Airport operationsQuestion 199 of 934

At an airport with pilot-controlled lighting, how does a pilot get the highest intensity available?

  1. Key the microphone 3 times within 5 seconds
  2. Key the microphone 5 times within 5 seconds
  3. Key the microphone 7 times within 5 seconds
  4. Key the microphone once for 7 seconds
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Correct answer: Key the microphone 7 times within 5 seconds

Seven clicks give the highest intensity. Five clicks give a medium or lower setting. Three clicks give the lowest.

Source: Aeronautical Information Manual (FAA, Basic with Change 3, 9 July 2026), AIM 2-1-8 Pilot Control of Airport Lighting, page 132

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026