Radio communicationsQuestion 789 of 934

At an airport with a UNICOM, which legs of the pattern does the AIM say to report?

  1. Upwind, crosswind, and departure
  2. Crosswind, downwind, and base only
  3. Downwind, base, and final approach
  4. Final approach and short final only
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Correct answer: Downwind, base, and final approach

The AIM recommends reports on downwind, base, and final approach, and when leaving the runway.

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 210

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026