FAA Ground School Practice Test

What does TRSA service provide in the terminal radar program?

1. Emergency landing assistance

2. Sequencing and separation for VFR aircraft

3. Real-time weather updates

4. ATC instruction during landing only

The correct answer is: Sequencing and separation for VFR aircraft

The TRSA (Terminal Radar Service Area) service is designed to improve the safety and efficiency of terminal airspace operations for both VFR (Visual Flight Rules) and IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) aircraft. The primary function of TRSA is to provide sequencing and separation for VFR aircraft, allowing the air traffic control (ATC) to manage the flow of air traffic in high-density areas more effectively. This service enhances situational awareness for pilots and helps prevent mid-air collisions by maintaining adequate separation between aircraft. In TRSA areas, VFR pilots voluntarily participate and receive radar service from ATC, which helps them navigate more safely amid potentially congested airspace. This can include issuing traffic advisories, providing suggested routes, and facilitating spacing between aircraft. The primary goal is to integrate VFR traffic into the overall flow of air traffic safely and efficiently, thereby increasing the overall safety of terminal operations. The other choices, while relevant to aviation operations, do not encapsulate the primary role of TRSA. For example, emergency landing assistance is not a primary function of TRSA, and while ATC provides guidance during landing, TRSA encompasses more than just instructions during that phase. Similarly, real-time weather updates are not directly provided as a service under