Private Pilot Private Exam

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After landing at a tower-controlled airport, when is it appropriate for a pilot to contact ground control?

Right after landing
When completing taxi onto the runway
Only during emergencies
When advised by the tower

The correct answer is: When advised by the tower

When a pilot lands at a tower-controlled airport, contacting ground control is appropriate when advised by the tower. This procedure ensures the safe and efficient management of aircraft on the ground. The control tower is responsible for directing traffic both in the air and on the ground, and they will communicate instructions for when to switch communication to ground control, often after the aircraft has landed and cleared the runway. Following this protocol helps maintain order and prevents miscommunication or conflicting instructions that could lead to safety issues. Ground control will take over once the tower indicates it's time to make that transition, allowing for an organized flow of air traffic.