Air Law Flashcards
What are CARs?
Canadian Aviation Regulations
Who publishes the Aeronautical Information Manual and how often is it updated?
Transport Canada, and twice a year
What is the Canada Flight Supplement? Who is it issued by? And how often is it published?
List of all aerodromes in Canada. Issued by NAV Canada. Published every 56 days
PPL Cost Reimbursement: When are licensed private pilots allowed to receive reimbursement?
The flight is conducted for purposes other than hire, the passengers are carried incidentally, or the compensation provided shares the costs
PPL Cost Reimbursement: When can a private pilot receive compensation from an employer?
Employed for a purpose other than flying, the flying is incidental, and compensation can’t exceed costs of flying
Reckless Negligent Operation
No person shall operate an aircraft is a reckless or negligent manner to endanger or likely endanger human life or property
Fitness of Flight Crew Members
No person shall act as a flight crew member if there is reason to believe they are fatigued, or cannot carry out the duties of their job
How long after you drink can you fly a plane?
12 hours after consuming alcohol, cannot be drunk or high
What allows people to consume “intoxicating liquor” onboard an aircraft?
If it has been served by the operator, or on behalf of the operator of the aircraft
Refuelling with Engine Running
Not permitted while an engine used for propulsion is running, with passengers onboard or if they are disembarking, unless airline allows it
What must be in place to start an engine?
The pilot’s seat is occupied by a competent person, or there are measures in place to prevent the aircraft from moving when unattended
Dropping of Objects
Can’t drop something that could pose a hazard to people or property
Are people allowed to enter or leave the aircraft during flight?
Unless given permission by PIC and they have a parachute
What are the restrictions behind parachute descents?
Cannot be within controlled airspace or on an air route, or over a built-up area or an assembly of people
What two components make up a safety belt?
The lap belt and the shoulder harness
When shall people on board be wearing seatbelts?
During movement of aircraft on surface, during take-off/landing, and any time the PIC deems necessary
What 4 things must be true of child restraint systems?
- Must be certified
- Must be within weight limits
- Must be secured
- Must be accompanied by an adult or guardian
Smoking?
NOOOOOOOOO
Are portable electronic devices allowed on aircraft?
Cannot use if impairs aircraft systems or equipment, only operator can grant permission
Aircraft Operating Limitations
Don’t fly beyond limitations in AFM
What must be true for use of 2-way radio?
Must be able to communicate on 121.5 MHz
When are flight control locks permitted?
When they are incapable of becoming engaged when aircraft is being operated, and a warning indicates they are engaged
What are the critical surfaces of an aircraft?
Wings, control surfaces, propellers, or any stabilizer
Can you fly with any frost, ice, or snow on any of these critical surfaces?
No (decreases lift by 30%, and increases drag by 40%)
What 8 pieces will be included in a passenger briefing?
- Location of exits
- Operation of safety belts
- Positioning of seats and seat backs
- Stowage of baggage
- Location and operation of oxygen equipment
- Prohibitions on smoking (maybe eating and drinking)
- Location of first-aid/survival kits
- If flying over water, location and use of life preservers/rafts
What must you do when given an ATC clearance?
Comply with the clearance and read back if requested
What must you do if you deviate from an ATC clearance?
Inform ATC as soon as practicable, and return to last accepted clearance from ATC
When is it ok to deviate from an ATC clearance?
In accordance with ACAS/TCAS, or response from GPWS
Requirements of life preservers/flotation devices on seaplanes
Must carry life preservers for each person on board
Can landplanes operate beyond gliding distance from shore without life preservers or flotation devices?
No a life preserver or flotation device must be carried for each person on board
Life preserves/flotation device requirements for flights beyond 50 NM from shore
Life preserver for each person on board
When are life rafts required on board?
Flights beyond 100 NM from shore or the distance covered in 30 minutes from a suitable landing site
Where is smoking allowed within aerodromes?
Only in designated enclosed shelter on apron away from hazard
What is the frequency an ELT transmits at, and how long does the signal last for?
121.5 MHz and/or 243.0 MHz for 48 hours
Two main types of ELTs?
Type F/AF remains in aircraft, and type AP can be removed
Two main types of ELTs?
Type F/AF remains in aircraft, and type AP can be removed
When are you allowed to test the ELT signal?
First 5 minutes of any UTC hour for max of 5 seconds
Would a flight training unit, who operated within 25 NM from aerodrome of departure, require an ELT?
No
Other requirements for not having an ELT on board
- It is a new aircraft operating for manufacturing, preparation or delivery purposes
- The ELT is being removed for repairs
- There is a placard stating the ELT has been removed
- Must be re-equipped within 30 days of removal
Oxygen requirements for flights above 10,000’ ASL, not exceeding 13,000’ ASL
Each crew member wears oxygen mask and supplemental oxygen for any part of the flight at these altitudes lasting more than 30 minutes
Oxygen requirements above 13,000’ ASL
Each person on board must wear oxygen mask for duration of flight
When shall the pilot at controls wear an oxygen mask?
The aircraft isn’t equipped with quick-donning masks and is operated at or above FL 250, or it is equipped with quick-donning masks, and is operated above FL 410
What must happen when a communication failure takes place between ATC and a VFR aircraft within Class B, C, or D airspace
- Must leave the airspace (land at closest aerodrome, or by shortest route possible)
- Set 7600 into transponder
- Inform ATC ASAP of the actions taken
Steady green light
Cleared for take-off/landing
Flashing green light
Cleared to taxi/Return for landing
Steady red light
STOP/Give way, Continue circling
Flashing red light
Taxi clear of runway/Airport unsafe do not land
Flashing white light
Return to starting point on airport
Alternating red and green light
Exercise extreme caution
What defines an aeroplane?
Power-driven, heavier-than-air aircraft deriving lift from aerodynamic reactions on surfaces that remain fixed in flight
Requirements for a Category 1 Medical
Required for CPL or ATPL, under 40: valid to first day of 13th month, 40 or over: valid to first day of 7th month, reverts to cat 3 after validity period
Requirements for Category 2 Medical
Required for ATC or flight engineers
Requirements for Category 3 Medical
Required for PPL, under 40: valid to first day of 61st month, 40 or over: valid to first day of 25th month
Requirements for Category 4 Medical
Required for RPP and SPP, Complete a medical declaration form, Under 40: valid to first day of 61st month, 40 or over: valid to first day of 25th month
Student Pilot Permit Requirements:
- 14 Years of Age
- PSTAR
- Radio Licence
- Medical
Student Pilot Permit Privileges:
Act as PIC of any aircraft within the category the permit relates: For flight training/flight tests, flight in Canada under day VFR, Under the supervision of a flight instructor, no passengers carried on board
Recreational Pilot Permit Requirements:
- 16 Years of Age
- 60% on Exam
- Category 1, 3 Medical
- 25 Hours
- Flight Test
- 15 Hours dual (2 hours x/c) and 5 solo
Recreational Pilot Permit Privileges:
Day VFR, Single engine aeroplane, max 4 seats, One passenger maximum, no trans-border flights
Private Pilot Licence Requirements:
- 17 Years of Age
- 60% on Exam
- Category 1 or 3 Medical
- 45 Hours Total Time
- Flight Test
- Minimum of 17 dual (3 hrs x/c, 5 hrs instrument) and 12 solo (5 hrs x/c)
Private Pilot Licence Privileges:
PIC or co-pilot of aeroplanes of a class and type endorsed on your licence
Night Rating Requirements:
- Private Licence
- 10 hrs at night (5 dual (including 2hrs x/c) 5 solo (including 10 take-offs and landings)
- 10 hrs instrument (includes 5 from private)
Land to Sea Licence Conversion
7 hrs training (Minimum 5 hrs dual), and 5 solo take-offs and landings
Sea to Land Conversion
3 hrs training (minimum 2 hrs dual), and 5 solo take-offs and landings
5-Year Recency Requirement:
Act as PIC once in last 5 years or else have to right PSTAR and complete flight review with instructor, or satisfy 5 take-offs and landings within 6 months