When a TA is received what are the actions of the PF?

When a TA is received what are the actions of the PF?

• A. Inform ATC immediately
• B. Visually search for the intruding aircraft
• C. Maintain current course
• D. Initiate evasive maneuver

Answer: (B)

When a TCAS Traffic Advisory is issued, the PF’s immediate action is to visually search for the intruding aircraft. This establishes visual contact and situational awareness, allowing the crew to assess relative position and speed and to be prepared for any subsequent Resolution Advisory. The other actions aren’t pursued right away: informing ATC isn’t the immediate priority during a TA, and evasive maneuvers are commanded only by a Resolution Advisory, not by a TA. Maintaining course may be appropriate in the interim, but the critical first step is to locate the intruder and be ready to follow any RA that TCAS may issue.

When a TCAS Traffic Advisory is issued, the PF’s immediate action is to visually search for the intruding aircraft. This establishes visual contact and situational awareness, allowing the crew to assess relative position and speed and to be prepared for any subsequent Resolution Advisory. The other actions aren’t pursued right away: informing ATC isn’t the immediate priority during a TA, and evasive maneuvers are commanded only by a Resolution Advisory, not by a TA. Maintaining course may be appropriate in the interim, but the critical first step is to locate the intruder and be ready to follow any RA that TCAS may issue.