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A111S Question Bank Flashcards

1
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What effect does temperature have on density altitude?

A

As temperature increases, density altitude increases

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2
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In the picture below, the red arrow is pointing to what flight control:

A

The rudder

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3
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To adjust the aircraft to fit your height, you can:

A

Move the rudder pedals back and forth using the “T-grip.”

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4
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The Pilot in Command may deviate from an ATC clearance:

A

Only to meet the needs of an in-flight emergency/collision avoidance

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5
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What are the three main characteristics of air that directly affect engine performance?

A

Air pressure, air temperature, relative humidity

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6
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For an aircraft on the ground, a steady green light gun signal from tower means:

A

Cleared for takeoff

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7
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Define Vfe

A

Maximum flap extension speed

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8
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In Class B airspace, an aircraft:

A

Needs to have an operable two-way radio, a transponder with Mode C and ADS-B

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9
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In the United States, what is the difference between controlled and uncontrolled airspace?

A

Controlled airspace has air traffic control services available

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10
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What is a characteristic of relatively high density altitude?

A

Less air molecules within a given volume resulting in decreased aircraft performance

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11
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The engine oil pump is:

A

Mechanical (engine driven)

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12
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What equipment must you have on your aircraft to fly in Class C airspace?

A

Two-way radio, transponder with mode-c and ADS-B

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13
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Aircraft operating under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) can:

A

Enter a Military Operating Area (MOA) without ever talking to a controlling agency

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14
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The airspace surrounding Quad City Int’l Airport is

A

Class C

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15
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What speed describes the greatest altitude gained in the shortest horizontal distance?

A

Best Angle of Climb - Vx

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16
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The double dashed and double solid lines in the picture are:

A

The Runway Holding Position Marking

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17
Q

The wind sock on an airfield gives:

A

Wind direction and intensity indication

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18
Q

Which statement is true in regard to a normal start once you have released the ignition key?

A

The red “START” light should extinguish

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19
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What is the procedure for accounting for the “gust spread” with your final approach speed?

A

Take reported gust minus reported sustained wind, and then divide this number in half to determine the amount to increase final approach speed

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20
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The aircraft vacuum system powers the ________ indicators

A

Powers the attitude and heading indicators.

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21
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What is the max crosswind for solo at IFT?

A

10 Kts.

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22
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An aircraft is loaded with a relatively aft (within Limits) C.G. What effect will this have?

A

decreased stability

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23
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A Military Operating Area (MOA) is:

A

Designed to keep military training activities separated from IFR traffic

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24
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From this picture, what is the top of the Flagstaff Class D airspace?

A

9500 ft. MSL

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25
Q

The balance point of the aircraft is called:

A

The Center of Gravity

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26
Q

One example of a flight instrument is:

A

The attitude indicator.

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27
Q

What logbook endorsement, other than your IP’s solo endorsement, do you need to solo in Class C airspace?

A

No additional endorsement required

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28
Q

During engine start, if the starter warning light does not extinguish after the ignition key is in the BOTH position:

A

move the throttle to idle and the mixture to idle-cutoff

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29
Q

If you are on Rwy 8L at KPUB and a C-130 lands on Rwy 8R, how much time do you need behind it for wake turbulence?

A

3 minutes

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30
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What is the max total wind velocity for solo at IFT?

A

20 Kts.

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31
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Does a more forward CG affect aircraft stability?

A

Yes, a more forward CG makes an aircraft more stable

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32
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Generally speaking, why do TOLD calculations usually disregard headwind?

A

The exact wind direction and velocity is not know well in advance of takeoff and a headwind is a benefit to TO calculations, therefore to be conservative, generally assume 0 kts headwind for TOLD calculations

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33
Q

After contacting Tower as you taxi toward Runway 8L, Tower tells you to “Hold Short Runway 8L”. You should:

A

Bring the aircraft to a stop prior to the Hold Short markings for Runway 8L

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34
Q

The magnetic compass tries to point toward:

A

Magnet north.

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35
Q

Which of the following methods to minimize the chances of flying through an aircraft wake turbulence is NOT correct?

A

Helicopter vortices are not a significant source of turbulence so no additional separation is necessary.

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36
Q

The electrical system can be powered by the following:

A

The 14 Volt Generator (Alternator) and/or 12 Volt Battery

37
Q

For an aircraft in the air, a flashing red light means:

A

Airport unsafe, do not land

38
Q

Using the “rule of thumb” for estimating crosswind, how much crosswind can be expected if you are landing on Runway 26R and Tower reports winds at 230 at 12 kts?

A

6 kts crosswind

39
Q

What is the max tailwind velocity for solo at IFT?

A

5 kts

40
Q

What is the effect of extending flaps from CRUISE to TAKEOFF?

A

The change in the aerodynamic chord increases lift with a small increase in drag

41
Q

In the picture, where does the E airspace begin around Fremont County Airport?

A

700 ft AGL

42
Q

The wind tee on an airfield gives:

A

Only wind direction indication

43
Q

Which of the following best describes the effects of an increased takeoff weight?

A

Increased takeoff ground roll

44
Q

The airspace around Columbus Airport inside the dashed magenta line is:

A

Class E airspace that starts at the surface

45
Q

What is the primary method of traffic avoidance?

A

Visual

46
Q

The black box with the yellow A in the sign above shows:

A

The taxiway you are on

47
Q

Which indicator uses both pitot and static air:

A

Airspeed indicator

48
Q

What happens to aircraft performance with a change in density altitude?

A

Aircraft performance increases as density altitude decreases

49
Q

Flight Data Center (FDC) NOTAMS are:

A

Regulatory in nature

50
Q

VFR visibility and cloud clearance requirements in uncontrolled airspace (Class G airspace) during the day and below 1200 ft. AGL are:

A

1 SM visibility and remain clear of the clouds

51
Q

If you’re are landing on Rwy 26R at KPUB and Boeing 737 lands on Rwy 26L lands in front of you:

A

You need 3 minutes for wake turbulence separation since the runways are so close together

52
Q

Which Flight Instruments will still work if the aircraft electrical system fails?

A

Attitude Indicator, Altimeter, Heading Indicator.

53
Q

If you are solo at KPUB if the winds go out of solo limits and you have to divert:

A

Both actions are correct
(Contact your IP on 123.5 or the SOF on 123.3 for further instructions or assistance)
(Follow the divert procedures in the pink pages of the IFG)

54
Q

What equipment must you have on your aircraft to fly in Class D airspace?

A

Only a two-way radio

55
Q

The alternator is:

A

The normal source of electricity if the engine is running.

56
Q

At most civilian uncontrolled airfields use:

A

Left hand patterns

57
Q

There is known traffic in front of you while you are in the downwind. What is the best course of action to avoid that traffic?

A

Attempt to visually acquire the traffic, if unable ask Tower for assistance

58
Q

At non-towered airports radio communications are:

A

Not required, but it is a safe operating practice for pilots to announce their intentions on the CTAF.

59
Q

What is the maximum tailwind component allowed for IFT solo flight?

A

5 kts

60
Q

What speed does Vy represent?

A

Best Rate of Climb

61
Q

To get clearance to enter Class C airspace, you must:

A

Establish two-way radio communication with the Air Traffic Control (ATC) facility providing ATC services (Approach Control or Tower) prior to entering the airspace.

62
Q

Pilots operating in the pattern at a towered airfield are required to:

A

Maintain two-way radio contact with ATC

63
Q

ADS-B equipment is not required on your aircraft in:

A

Class D airspace

64
Q

What happens to aircraft performance as an aircraft descends from a high altitude to a lower altitude?

A

As air pressure increases, pressure altitude decreases, resulting in greater aircraft performance

65
Q

The pneumatic System provides air for all but:

A

Oil cooler

66
Q

If during engine start, the ignition key slips from your grip:

A

Keep your hand completely away from the key until the prop is no longer moving

67
Q

What is the primary pitch control for the Diamond DA-20 aircraft?

A

Elevator

68
Q

Which one of the following is true of the DA20-C1?

A

The aircraft structure is mostly made of Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic.

69
Q

If you are approaching Class D airspace and you cannot contact tower, you must:

A

Turn to avoid entering the Class D airspace until you establish two radio communication with the tower

70
Q

The airspace around Albuquerque Int’l Airport is?

A

Class C airspace

71
Q

The single solid and single dashed line in the picture is:

A

The boundary between the non-movement area (not controlled by ATC) and the movement area (controlled by ATC)

72
Q

Runway numbers are based on:

A

The runway’s magnetic course

73
Q

In the picture below, the red arrow is pointing to what flight control:

A

The ailerons.

74
Q

Will an increased approach speed change the aircraft’s total landing distance?

A

Yes, the aircraft still must be slowed down to touchdown speed, thus requiring more round-out and flare distance

75
Q

What is the max speed for the flaps at TO?

A

100 kts

76
Q

Which of the following is NOT correct?

A

The DA-20’s engine has 4 cylinders and uses 4 spark plugs

77
Q

What is the max speed for flaps at LDG?

A

78 kts

78
Q

VFR visibility and cloud clearance requirements in Class D airspace are:

A

3 SM visibility, 500 Ft below clouds, 1000 Ft above the clouds and 2000 Ft horizontally

79
Q

What are the two components of the DA-20 powerplant?

A

Engine and Propeller

80
Q

The intensity or strength of wingtip vortices:

A

Is directly proportional to the aircraft weight

81
Q

How much does 16 Us gallons of 100LL avgas weigh?

A

96 lbs

82
Q

Which items receive input from the pitot-static system?

A

Airspeed Indicator, Vertical Speed Indicator, Mode C transponder, and Altimeter

83
Q

Which statement is true referring to changing an aircraft’s stall speed?

A

Lowering the flaps will change its stall speed

84
Q

The picture shows:

A

a displaced threshold and can be used for taxiing, takeoff and landing rollout, but not landing

85
Q

The DA-20 four cylinder engine has:

A

Eight spark plugs

86
Q

Uncontrolled airspace in the United States is:

A

Class G airspace

87
Q

The DA-20 brake system has the following characteristics:

A

Uses hydraulic brake fluid and has two fluid reservoirs behind the student’s rudder pedals

88
Q

Which aircraft has the right-of-way?

A

The aircraft already established in the traffic pattern

89
Q

The picture shows the:

A

Engine Instruments

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