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11-2SailplaneV3 (Front Seat) Flashcards

1
Q

Who is designated as PIC for a specific sortie?

A

The pilot with the most experience in the mission being performed.

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2
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What are the primary responsibilities of the PIC?

A

Safety foremost and mission completion.

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3
Q

When is it acceptable to deviate from published procedures?

A

When safety dictates.

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4
Q

What is the maximum flying time for pilots?

A

8 hours per day.

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5
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What mission is the exception for the maximum flying time?

A

Cross country.

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6
Q

What type of aircraft are sailplanes considered under AFMAN 11-202v3

A

Trainers.

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7
Q

Who is ultimately responsible for mission planning?

A

The PIC.

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8
Q

How is an alternate mission defined?

A

Any mission that is less complex than the planned mission.

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9
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When is an alternate mission not required?

A

Pattern tows.

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10
Q

When are area charts required?

A

When flying outside of the local flying area.

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11
Q

What documents are required in a sailplane to fly?

A

1.Weight and balance report 2. Airworthiness Certificate 3. Aircraft Registration 4. AFTO 781F 5. Flight crew checklist 6. Unit developed pilot aid (In-Flight Guide)

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12
Q

What documents may be given to an AM-251 student in lieu of an In-Flight Guide and Aircraft Checklist?

A

A unit developed checklist.

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13
Q

What is the length of the SPLA?

A

3,450 feet.

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14
Q

What is the width of the SPLA?

A

600 feet.

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15
Q

What is the length of the turf?

A

3,000 feet.

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16
Q

What is the width of the turf?

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430 feet.

17
Q

What distance is between lanes on the SPLA?

A

130 feet.

18
Q

To what altitude is a standard area tow?

A

9000 ft AGL

19
Q

How is crew rest defined?

A

A 12 hour rest period of free time, with the opportunity for 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep, before the FDP.

20
Q

How long is the sailplane flight duty period?

A

12 hours.

21
Q

What is the oxygen requirement below 10,000 feet?

A

No requirement.

22
Q

What is the oxygen requirement above 10,000 feet and below 12,500 feet?

A

Oxygen must be used if more than 30 minutes is spent above 10,000 feet performing high-g maneuvers.

23
Q

What is the oxygen requirement above 12,500 feet and below 14,000 feet?

A

Oxygen must be used if more than 30 minutes is spent above 12,500 feet.

24
Q

What is the priority of traffic in a right-of-way scenario?

A
  1. Emergencies 2. Balloons 3. Gliders 4. Tandem Aircraft 5. Airships 6. Fixed/Rotary Wing
25
Q

If two aircraft are head on, which direction should they both turn?

A

Right.

26
Q

If one aircraft is overtaking another, which has right of way?

A

The aircraft that is being overtaken has right of way.

27
Q

When two aircraft are on final approach, which has right of way?

A

The aircraft with less altitude.

28
Q

What is the minimum separation between two flying aircraft?

A

500 feet.

29
Q

What is the minimum visibility in Class C and D airspace?

A

3 SM.

30
Q

What is the minimum visibility in Class E and G airspace below 10,000 ft MSL?

A

3 SM.

31
Q

What is the minimum visibility in Class E and G airspace above 10,000 ft MSL?

A

5 SM.

32
Q

What are the minimum cloud clearance in Class C and D airspace?

A

500 feet below the cloud, 1000 feet above, 2000 feet horizontal.

33
Q

What is the minimum cloud clearance in Class E and G airspace below 10,000 ft MSL?

A

500 feet below the cloud, 1000 feet above, 2000 feet horizontal.

34
Q

What is the minimum cloud clearance in Class E and G airspace above 10,000 ft MSL?

A

1000 feet below the cloud, 1000 feet above, 1 SM horizontal.

35
Q

Flight Restictions on not completing phsiological training

A

Can’t go above 13000, max 3 hours time aloft

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