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Radio communicationsQuestion 241 of 934

The tower at a part-time towered airport is closed, and there is no FSS. How should a pilot announce position and intentions?

  1. Call the tower anyway on the tower frequency
  2. Stay silent, because radio calls are not allowed
  3. Self-announce on the CTAF
  4. Call the nearest approach control
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Correct answer: Self-announce on the CTAF

When the tower is temporarily closed and no FSS is on the airport, use the CTAF to self-announce.

Source: Aeronautical Information Manual (FAA, Basic with Change 3, 9 July 2026), AIM 4-1-9 Traffic Advisory Practices at Airports Without Operating Control Towers, page 209

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026