What is the flight locating procedure for turbojet aircraft?

• A. File a VFR flight plan only
• B. No flight plan required
• C. File and maintain a separate private route plan
• D. File and activate an IFR flight plan; remains active from takeoff to landing

Answer: (D)

Turbojet operations under IFR rely on a flight locating procedure that uses an IFR flight plan. The correct approach is to file and activate an IFR flight plan, and keep it active from takeoff to landing. This ensures ATC has your route, altitude, and timing for safe separation and provides a known point of contact for search and rescue if needed. A VFR plan wouldn’t meet the locating needs of high-speed turbine operations in controlled airspace, and a separate private route plan isn’t the standard requirement. Not having a flight plan is not appropriate for these operations.