FAA Ground School Practice Test

When approaching Lincoln Municipal from the West at noon, who should initial communications be with?

1. Lincoln ground control on 121.9 MHz

2. Lincoln tower on 118.3 MHz

3. Lincoln approach control on 124.0 MHz

4. Lincoln departure on 125.5 MHz

The correct answer is: Lincoln approach control on 124.0 MHz

In this scenario, when approaching Lincoln Municipal from the west, initial communications should be established with Lincoln approach control. This is because approach control is responsible for managing aircraft arriving at an airport, especially those in a specific traffic pattern or on a standard arrival route. They will provide guidance and instructions for a safe and orderly descent and approach into the airport. Communicating with approach control before reaching the airport is crucial as they can provide necessary traffic advisories, weather information, and clearance to enter the terminal airspace. This initial contact ensures that the pilot receives the most up-to-date information for a safe approach, especially in busy airspace. While ground control, tower, and departure frequencies are important for other phases of flight, they are not the appropriate choice for initial communication upon arrival from the west, as approach control is designated for handling inbound traffic.