In a radar pattern, aside from assigned headings and altitudes, what other item must be read back?

In a radar pattern, aside from assigned headings and altitudes, what other item must be read back?

• A. Altimeter settings
• B. Transponder code
• C. Time on course
• D. Wind data

Answer: (A)

In a radar pattern, you must read back the altimeter setting in addition to the assigned heading and altitude. The altimeter setting tells you the local pressure, which you must set on your altimeter so your indicated altitude matches the clearance. If you don’t confirm and set the correct altimeter pressure, your true altitude could be off, increasing the risk of collision with other traffic or obstacles in the pattern. The other items listed aren’t typically required read-backs in this context. Transponder codes are important in some ATC interactions, but read-backs focus on confirming the clearance’s essential flight parameters and the pressure setting. Time on course and wind data aren’t part of the standard read-back for this clearance.

In a radar pattern, you must read back the altimeter setting in addition to the assigned heading and altitude. The altimeter setting tells you the local pressure, which you must set on your altimeter so your indicated altitude matches the clearance. If you don’t confirm and set the correct altimeter pressure, your true altitude could be off, increasing the risk of collision with other traffic or obstacles in the pattern.

The other items listed aren’t typically required read-backs in this context. Transponder codes are important in some ATC interactions, but read-backs focus on confirming the clearance’s essential flight parameters and the pressure setting. Time on course and wind data aren’t part of the standard read-back for this clearance.