Which is NOT a factor to consider when deciding whether to get control?

• A. Position
• B. Aircraft's speed
• C. Route of flight
• D. Aircraft's color

Answer: (D)

Getting control is about ensuring safe, orderly handling of aircraft in your airspace. The factors that guide that decision are the aircraft’s position (where it is now and how it relates to other traffic), its speed (how quickly it’s moving and how quickly it could close on or diverge from others), and its route of flight (where it’s headed and what conflicts or sequencing it may create down the line). These elements directly impact spacing, conflict detection, and clearances. An aircraft’s color is purely cosmetic and has no effect on its flight performance, trajectory, or safety procedures, so it does not influence the decision to take control.