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1
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Which of the following documents have to be on board for an international flight?
a) Certificate of aircraft registration
b) Certificate of airworthiness
c) Airworthiness review certificate
d) EASA Form-1
e) Airplane logbook
f) Appropriate papers for every crew member
g) Technical logbook (1,00 P.)

 b, c, d, e, f, g
 a,b,c,e,f
 a,b,e,g
 d,f,g

A

a,b,c,e,f

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Which area could be crossed with certain restrictions? (1,00 P.)

 No-fly zone
 Restricted area
 Prohibited area
 Dangerous area

A

Restricted area

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Where can the type of restriction for a restricted airspace be found? (1,00 P.)

 NOTAM
 AIC
 ICAO chart 1:500000
 AIP

A

AIP

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What is the status of the rules and procedures created by the EASA? (e.g. Part-SFCL, Part-MED) (1,00 P.)

 They have the same status as ICAO Annexes
 Only after a ratification by individual EU member states they are legally binding
 They are not legally binding, they only serve as a guide
 They are part of the EU regulation and legally binding to all EU member states

A

They are part of the EU regulation and legally binding to all EU member states

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Which validity does the “Certificate of Airworthiness” have? (1,00 P.)

 6 moths
 12 years
 Unlimited
 12 Months

A

Unlimited

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What is the meaning of the abbreviation “ARC”? (1,00 P.)

 Airworthiness Recurring Control
 Airspace Rulemaking Committee
 Airspace Restriction Criteria
 Airworthiness Review Certificate

A

Airworthiness Review Certificate

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The “Certificate of Airworthiness” is issued by the state… (1,00 P.)

 in which the aircraft is registered.
 of the residence of the owner.
 in which the aircraft is constructed.
 in which the airworthiness review is done.

A

in which the aircraft is registered.

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A pilot license issued in accordance with ICAO Annex 1 is valid in… (1,00 P.)

 those countries that have accepted this license on application.
 the country where the license was issued.
 all ICAO countries.
 the country where the license was acquired.

A

all ICAO countries.

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What is the subject of ICAO Annex 1? (1,00 P.)

 Air traffic services
 Flight crew licensing
 Rules of the air
 Operation of aircraft

A

Flight crew licensing

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What is the period of validity of a private pilot license (PPL)? (1,00 P.)

 Unlimited
 24 months
 48 months
 60 months

A

Unlimited

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What is the minimum age to obtain a private pilot license? (1,00 P.)

 17 years
 21 years
 16 years
 18 years

A

17 years

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What are the minimum requirements among others to acquire a rating for VFR night flights? (1,00 P.)

 At least 10 additional flight hours at night, three of them with a flight instructor with at least 1 hour cross-country flight plus 5 solo take-offs and full-stop landings
 At least 5 additional flight hours at night, four of them with a flight instructor with at least 1 hour cross-country flight plus 5 solo take-offs and full-stop landings
 At least 5 additional flight hours at night, three of them with a flight instructor with at least 1 hour cross-country flight plus 5 solo take-offs and full-stop landings
 At least 5 additional flight hours at night, three of them with a flight instructor with at least 1 hour cross-country flight plus 10 solo take-offs and full-stop landings

A

At least 5 additional flight hours at night, three of them with a flight instructor with at least 1 hour cross-country flight plus 5 solo take-offs and full-stop landings

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The validity of a medical examination certificate class 2 for a 62 years old pilot is… (1,00 P.)

 60 Months.
 48 Months.
 24 Months.
 12 Months.

A

12 Months.

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In which way is a SEP (land) rating renewed if you do not meet the required flight time? (1,00 P.)

 A proficiency check with an examiner
 According to the flight experience there have to be several training flights under supervision of
an ATO
 The ATO can renew the rating after a training flight with a flight instructor
 The required flight experience has to be accumulated under supervision of a flight instructor

A

A proficiency check with an examiner

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The possession of a european PPL(A) entitles the holder to… (1,00 P.)

 act as pilot on a commercial flight when there are at most 4 people on board.
 act as pilot in commercial and non-commercial flights with single engine aircraft.
 act as PIC, and only for flights in aircraft with a MTOW of maximum 2000 kg a compensation
may be obtained.
 act as PIC on non-commercial flights without compensation as well as to receive compensation
as a flight instrucor.

A

act as PIC on non-commercial flights without compensation as well as to receive compensation
as a flight instrucor.

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What is the minimum age to start a private pilot training at a flight school? (1,00 P.)

 16 years
 17 years
 21 years
 18 years

A

16 years

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17
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What is the meaning of the abbreviation “SERA”? (1,00 P.)

 Selective Radar Altimeter
 Standardized European Rules of the Air
 Specialized Radar Approach
 Standard European Routes of the Air

A

Standardized European Rules of the Air

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18
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What is the meaning of the abbreviation “TRA”? (1,00 P.)

 Temporary Reserved Airspace
 Temporary Radar Routing Area
 Transponder Area
 Terminal Area

A

Temporary Reserved Airspace

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What has to be considered when entering an RMZ? (1,00 P.)

 To permanently monitor the radio and if possible to establish radio contact
 To obtain a clearance from the local aviation authority
 The transponder has to be switched on Mode C and squawk 7000
 To obtain a clearance to enter this area

A

To permanently monitor the radio and if possible to establish radio contact

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What condition has to be met during a Special VFR flight? (1,00 P.)

 Visual reference to the terrain
 Speed not above 115 kt IAS
 At least 500 m ground visibilty
 A minimum distance to clouds of 2000 m

A

Visual reference to the terrain

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What has to be done before entering a TMZ? (1,00 P.)

 Switch on the transponder and activate mode A and C or mode S
 Request a clearance before entering
 Switch on the transponder, activate mode A, and squawk “IDENT”
 File a flight plan before the flight

A

Switch on the transponder and activate mode A and C or mode S

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What is the meaning of an area marked as “TMZ”? (1,00 P.)

 Transportation Management
 Zone Touring Motorglider Zone
 Traffic Management Zone
 Transponder Mandatory Zone

A

Transponder Mandatory Zone

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What is the meaning of the abbreviation “IFR”? (1,00 P.)

 Instrument Flight Rules
 Instrument Meteorological Conditions
 Bad Weather Flight Rules
 Commercial Flight Rules

A

Instrument Flight Rules

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flight is called a “visual flight”, if the… (1,00 P.)

 visibility in flight is more than 8 km.
 flight is conducted under visual flight rules.
 visibility in flight is more than 5 km.
 flight is conducted in visual meteorological conditions.

A

flight is conducted under visual flight rules.

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What is the meaning of the abbreviation “VMC”? (1,00 P.)

 Instrument flight conditions
 Variable meteorological conditions
 Visual meteorological conditions
 Visual flight rules

A

Visual meteorological conditions

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Two engine-driven aircraft are flying on crossing courses at the same altitude. Which one has to divert? (1,00 P.)

 The lighter one has to climb
 Both have to divert to the right
 The heavier one has to climb
 Both have to divert to the left

A

Both have to divert to the right

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Two aeroplanes are flying on crossing tracks. Which one has to divert? (1,00 P.)

 The aircraft which flies from left to right has the right of priority
 Both have to divert to the right
 The aircraft which flies from right to left has the right of priority
 Both have to divert to the left

A

The aircraft which flies from right to left has the right of priority

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In airspace “D” a Boeing 737 and a Cessna 152 are flying on crossing courses. Which aeroplane has to divert? (1,00 P.)

 The Cessna 152, because IFR and commercial flights have priority
 The air traffic control (ATC) has to decide which one has to divert
 The aeroplane flying from right to left has priority, the other one has to divert
 The Boeing 737, because an airliner has greater power reserves

A

The aeroplane flying from right to left has priority, the other one has to divert

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Which of the following options is NOT a sufficient reason to fly below the required minimum height? (1,00 P.)

 Take-off or landing at an aerodrome
 An approach without landing at an aerodrome
 Bad weather conditions in the vicinity of an aerodrome
 The drop of towed objects at an aerodrome

A

Bad weather conditions in the vicinity of an aerodrome

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A single-engine piston and a turboprop aeroplane are approaching each other opposite at the same altitude.
Which aeroplane has to change its track to avoid a collision? (1,00 P.)

 The turboprop aircraft has to give way to the single-engine piston aircraft
 Both aircraft have to alter their tracks to the left
 Both aircraft have to alter their tracks to the right
 The single-engine piston aircraft has to give way to the turboprop aircraft

A

Both aircraft have to alter their tracks to the right

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Which distances to clouds have to be maintained during a VFR flight in airpaces C, D and E? (1,00 P.)

 1500 m horizontally, 1000 ft vertically
 1500 m horizontally, 1000 m vertically
 1000 m horizontally, 1500 ft vertically
 1000 m horizontally, 300 m vertically

A

1500 m horizontally, 1000 ft vertically

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The minimum flight visibility at 5000 ft MSL in airspace B for VFR flights is… (1,00 P.)

 8000 m.
 3000 m.
 1500 m.
 5000 m.

A

5000 m.

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What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” for an aircraft operating under VFR
at 5000 ft MSL? (1,00 P.)

 8000m
 1500m
 3000m
 5000m

A

5000m

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What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “E” for an aircraft operating under VFR
at FL75? (1,00 P.)

 8000m
 1500m
 3000m
 5000m

A

5000m

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What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” for an aircraft operating under VFR
at FL110? (1,00 P.)

 5000m
 1500m
 3000m
 8000m

A

8000m

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What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” for an aircraft operating under VFR
at FL125? (1,00 P.)

 5000m
 3000m
 1500m
 8000m

A

8000m

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What are the minimum distances to clouds for a VFR flight in airspace “B”? (1,00 P.)

 Horizontally 1.500 m, vertically 1.000 m
 Horizontally 1.500 m, vertically 300 m
 Horizontally 1.000 m, vertically 1.500 ft
 Horizontally 1.000 m, vertically 300 m

A

Horizontally 1.500 m, vertically 300 m

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What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” below FL 100 for an aircraft operating under VFR? (1,00 P.)

 5 km
 10km
 1.5km
 8 km

A

5 km

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What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” at and above FL 100 for an aircraft operating under VFR?
(1,00 P.)

 1.5km
 5 km
 10km
 8 km

40
Q

The term “ceiling” is defined as the… (1,00 P.)

 altitude of the base of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 20000 ft.
 height of the base of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 10000 ft.
 height of the base of the highest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 20000 ft.
 height of the base of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 20000 ft.

A

height of the base of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 20000 ft.

41
Q

Being intercepted by a military aircraft at daytime, what is the meaning of the following signal:
Alternating movement of the ailerons, normally left of the intercepted aircraft, followed by a smooth turn to the left? (1,00 P.)

 Prepare for a safety landing, you have entered a prohibited area
 You are entering a restricted area, leave the airspace immediately
 Follow me
 You are clear of any restricted or reserved airspaces, you can continue on your heading

42
Q

Being intercepted by a military aircraft at daytime, what is the meaning of the following signal:
A sudden heading change of 90 degrees or more and a pull-up of the aircraft without crossing the track of the intercepted aircraft? (1,00 P.)

 You are entering a restricted area, leave the airspace immediately
 You may continue your flight
 Follow me, i will bring you to the next suitable airfield
 Prepare for a safety landing, you have entered a prohibited area

A

You may continue your flight

43
Q

The altimeter is switched from local QNH to 1013.25 hPa… (1,00 P.)

 at the decision height.
 at 4000 ft.
 when climbing above the transition altitude.
 when descending below FL 100.

A

when climbing above the transition altitude.

44
Q

During a flight at FL 80, the altimeter setting has to be… (1,00 P.)

 1030.25 hPa.
 1013.25 hPa.
 local QFE.
 local QNH.

A

1013.25 hPa.

45
Q

What is the purpose of the semi-circular rule? (1,00 P.)

 To avoid collisions by reducing the probability of opposing traffic at the same altitude
 To fly without a filed flight plan in prescribed zones published in the AIP
 To allow safe climbing or descending in a holding pattern
 To avoid collisions by suspending turning manoeuvres

A

To avoid collisions by reducing the probability of opposing traffic at the same altitude

46
Q

Which of the following options are possible SSR-Transponder modes? (1,00 P.)

 A, C, S
 A, C, R
 B, C, V
 B, R, S

47
Q

A transponder with the ability to send the current pressure level is a… (1,00 P.)

 pressure-decoder.
 mode C or S transponder.
 mode A transponder.
 transponder approved for airspace “B”.

A

mode C or S transponder.

48
Q

Which transponder code indicates a loss of radio communication? (1,00 P.)

 2000
 7700
 7000
 7600

49
Q

Which transponder code should be set during a radio failure without any request? (1,00 P.)

 7600
 7700
 7000
 7500

50
Q

Which transponder code has to be set unrequested during an emergency? (1,00 P.)

 7600
 7000
 7700
 7500

51
Q

Which air traffic service is responsible for the safe conduct of flights? (1,00 P.)

 ALR (alerting service)
 FIS (flight information service)
 ATC (air traffic control)
 AIS (aeronautical information service)

52
Q

Air traffic control service is conducted by which services? (1,00 P.)

 TWR (aerodrome control service)
APP (approach control service) ACC (area control service)
 APP (approach control service)
ACC (area control service)
FIS (flight information service)
 ALR (alerting service)
SAR (search and rescue service) TWR (aerodrome control service)
 FIS (flight information service)
AIS (aeronautical information service)
AFS (aeronautical fixed telecommunication service)

A

TWR (aerodrome control service) APP (approach control service) ACC (area control service)

53
Q

Which answer is correct with regard to separation in airspace “E”? (1,00 P.)

 IFR traffic is separated only from VFR traffic
 VFR traffic is separated from VFR and IFR traffic
 VFR traffic is separated only from IFR traffic
 VFR traffic is not separated from any other traffic

A

VFR traffic is not separated from any other traffic

54
Q

Which air traffic services can be expected within an FIR (flight information region)? (1,00 P.)

 ATC (air traffic control)
FIS (flight information service)
 FIS (flight information service)
ALR (alerting service)
 AIS (aeronautical information service)
SAR (search and rescue)
 ATC (air traffic control)
AIS (aeronautical information service)

A

FIS (flight information service)
ALR (alerting service)

55
Q

A pilot can contact FIS (flight information service)… (1,00 P.)

 via telephone.
 via internet.
 by a personal visit.
 via radio communication.

A

via radio communication.

56
Q

What is the correct phrase with respect to wake turbulence to indicate that a light aircraft is following an aircraft of a higher wake turbulence category? (1,00 P.)

 Danger jet blast
 Be careful wake winds
 Attention propwash
 Caution wake turbulence

A

Caution wake turbulence

57
Q

Which of the following options states a correct position report? (1,00 P.)

 DEABC reaching “N”
 DEABC over “N” in FL 2500 ft
 DEABC, “N”, 2500 ft
 DEABC over “N” at 35

A

DEABC, “N”, 2500 ft

58
Q

What is the meaning of the abbreviation “AIREP”? (1,00 P.)

 Aircraft report
 Aeronautical instrument requirement report
 Automatic identification report
 Aeronautical information report

A

Aircraft report

59
Q

What information is provided in the general part (GEN) of the AIP? (1,00 P.)

 Table of content, classification of airfields with corresponding maps, approach charts, taxi charts, restricted and dangerous airspaces
 Map icons, list of radio nav aids, time for sunrise and sunset, airport fees, air traffic control fees
 Warnings for aviation, ATS airspaces and routes, restricted and dangerous airspaces
 Access restrictions for airfields, passenger controls, requirements for pilots, license samples and validity periods

A

Map icons, list of radio nav aids, time for sunrise and sunset, airport fees, air traffic control fees

60
Q

Which are the different parts of the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)? (1,00 P.)
 GEN MET RAC
 GEN COM MET
 GEN AGA COM
 GEN ENR AD

A

GEN ENR AD

61
Q

What information is provided in the part “AD” of the AIP? (1,00 P.)
 Warnings for aviation, ATS airspaces and routes, restricted and dangerous airspaces.
 Table of content, classification of airfields with corresponding maps, approach charts, taxi charts
 Map icons, list of radio nav aids, time for sunrise and sunset, airport fees, air traffic control fees
 Access restrictions for airfields, passenger controls, requirements for pilots, license samples
and validity periods

A

Table of content, classification of airfields with corresponding maps, approach charts, taxi charts

62
Q

The shown NOTAM is valid until…
A1024/13 A) LOWW B) 1305211200 C) 1305211400
E) STOCKERAU VOR STO 113.00 UNSERVICEABLE. (1,00 P.)

 21/05/2013 14:00 UTC.
 13/10/2013 00:00 UTC.
 13/05/2013 12:00 UTC.
 21/05/2014 13:00 UTC.

A

21/05/2013 14:00 UTC.

63
Q

A Pre-Flight Information Bulletin (PIB) is a presentation of current… (1,00 P.)

 ICAO information of operational significance prepared after the flight.
 AIP information of operational significance prepared prior to flight.
 AIC information of operational significance prepared after the flight.
 NOTAM information of operational significance prepared prior to flight.

A

NOTAM information of operational significance prepared prior to flight.

64
Q

The term “aerodrome elevation” is defined as… (1,00 P.)

 the highest point of the landing area.
 the lowest point of the landing area.
 the highest point of the apron.
 the average value of the height of the manoeuvring area.

A

the highest point of the landing area.

65
Q

The term “runway” is defined as a… (1,00 P.)

 round area on an aerodrome prepared for the landing and take-off of aircraft.
 rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the landing and take-off of aircraft.
 rectangular area on a land or water aerodrome prepared for the landing and take-off of aircraft.
 rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the landing and take-off of helicopters.

A

rectangular area on a land aerodrome prepared for the landing and take-off of aircraft.

66
Q

Which statement is correct with regard to the term “taxi holding point”? (1,00 P.)

 A taxi holding point is an area where the aircraft must stop unless further permission to proceed is given
 A taxi holding point is only to be observed for IFR traffic if instrument weather conditions are prevailing
 A taxi holding point is the point at which the aircraft must stop unless further permission to proceed is given
 A taxi holding point is designed to indicate the beginning of the safety area and may be crossed when a taxi clearance is given

A

A taxi holding point is the point at which the aircraft must stop unless further permission to proceed is given

67
Q

What does the reported runway condition “WET” mean? (1,00 P.)

 Some water patches are visible
 The surface of the runway is soaked, but there are no significant patches of standing water
 A large part of the surface is flooded
 The runway is clear of water, ice, and snow

A

The surface of the runway is soaked, but there are no significant patches of standing water

68
Q

What does the reported runway condition “DAMP” mean? (1,00 P.)

 Wet surface, but no significant puddles are visible
 Change of colour on the surface due to moisture
 The runway is clear of water, ice, and snow
 A large part of the surface is flooded

A

Change of colour on the surface due to moisture

69
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What does “WATER PATCHES” mean regarding the reported runway condition? (1,00 P.)

 A large part of the surface is flooded
 Patches of standing water are visible
 Wet surface, but no significant patches are visible
 The runway is clear of water, ice, and snow

A

Patches of standing water are visible

70
Q

How can a wind direction indicator be marked for better visibility? (1,00 P.)

 The wind direction indicator may be mounted on top of the control tower.
 The wind direction indicator could be made from green materials.
 The wind direction indicator could be surrounded by a white circle.
 The wind direction indicator could be located on a big black surface.

A

The wind direction indicator could be surrounded by a white circle.

71
Q

What is the meaning of a flashing red light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft in flight? (1,00 P.)

 Airport unsafe, do not land
 Return for landing, followed by steady green at the appropriate time
 Cleared to land
 Give way to other aircraft and continue circling

A

Airport unsafe, do not land

72
Q

What is the meaning of a flashing green light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft in flight? (1,00 P.)

 Return for landing, followed by steady green at the appropriate time
 Cleared to land
 Give way to other aircraft and continue circling
 Airport unsafe, do not land

A

Return for landing, followed by steady green at the appropriate time

73
Q

What is the meaning of a steady green light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft in flight? (1,00 P.)

 Give way to other aircraft and continue circling
 Cleared to land
 Return for landing, followed by steady green at the appropriate time
 Airport unsafe, do not land

A

Cleared to land

74
Q

What is the meaning of a flashing white light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft on ground? (1,00 P.)

 Cleared to taxi
 Clear the taxiway / runway
 Cleared for take-off
 Return to starting point

A

Return to starting point

75
Q

What is the meaning of a flashing red light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft on ground? (1,00 P.)

 Cleared for take-off
 Cleared to taxi
 Immediately taxi clear of runway in use
 Return to starting point

A

Immediately taxi clear of runway in use

76
Q

What is the meaning of a flashing green light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft on ground? (1,00 P.)

 Cleared to taxi
 Return to starting point
 Land at this airport and proceed to the apron
 Cleared for take-off

A

Cleared to taxi

77
Q

Of what shape is a landing direction indicator? (1,00 P.)

 L
 A straight arrow
 An angled arrow
 T

78
Q

What is the purpose of the signal square at an aerodrome? (1,00 P.)

 It contains special symbols to indicate the conditions at the aerodrome visually to over-flying aircraft
 It is an illuminated area on which search and rescue and fire fighting vehicles are placed
 Aircraft taxi to this square to get light signals for taxi and take-off clearance
 It is a specially marked area to pick up or drop towing objects

A

It contains special symbols to indicate the conditions at the aerodrome visually to over-flying aircraft

79
Q

In which way should a pilot confirm received light signals in flight? (1,00 P.)

 Apply some changes of RPM
 Apply some changes of the rudder
 Rock the wings (in the daytime)
 Apply some fast pitch changes

A

Rock the wings (in the daytime)

80
Q

What is the meaning of a steady red light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft on ground? (1,00 P.)

 Land at this airport and proceed to apron
 Clear the taxiway / runway
 Return to starting point
 Stop

81
Q

How are two parallel runways designated? (1,00 P.)

 The left runway gets the suffix “L”, the right runway “R”
 The left runway gets the suffix “L”, the right runway remains unchanged
 The left runway gets the suffix “-1”, the right runway “-2”
 The left runway remains unchanged, the right runway designator is increased by 1

A

The left runway gets the suffix “L”, the right runway “R”

82
Q

According to ICAO Anex 14, which is the colour marking of a runway? (1,00 P.)

 Blue
 White
 Yellow
 Green

83
Q

What is indicated by a pattern of longitudinal stripes of uniform dimensions disposed symmetrically about the centerline of a runway? (1,00 P.)
 At this point the glide path of an ILS hits the runway
 Do not touch down before them
 Do not touch down behind them
 A ground roll could be started from this position

A

Do not touch down before them

84
Q

Which runway designators are correct for 2 parallel runways? (1,00 P.)

 “06L” and “06R”
 “18” and “18-2”
 “26” and “26R”
 “24” and “25”

A

“06L” and “06R”

85
Q

What is a “PAPI” (Precision Approach Path Indicator)? (1,00 P.)

 A visual aid that provides guidance information to help a tower controller acquire and maintain the correct approach to an aerodrome or an airport
 A visual aid that provides guidance information to help a pilot acquire and maintain the correct glidepath to an aerodrome or an airport
 An instrumental aid that provides guidance information to help a pilot acquire and maintain the correct approach to an aerodrome or an airport
 A visual aid that provides guidance information to help a pilot acquire and maintain the correct departure track when departing from an aerodrome or an airport

A

A visual aid that provides guidance information to help a pilot acquire and maintain the correct glidepath to an aerodrome or an airport

86
Q

An aerodrome beacon (ABN) is a… (1,00 P.)

 rotating beacon installed at an airport or aerodrome to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the ground.
 rotating beacon installed at the beginning of the final approach to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the air.
 rotating beacon installed at an airport or aerodrome to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the air.
 fixed beacon installed at an airport or aerodrome to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the air.

A

rotating beacon installed at an airport or aerodrome to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the air.

87
Q

Which is the colour of runway edge lights? (1,00 P.)

 Red
 White
 Blue
 Green

88
Q

Which is the colour of runway end lights? (1,00 P.)

 Red
 White
 Blue
 Green

89
Q

What is shown on the printed sign?
See figure (ALW-019) (1,00 P.)

 Point A on a taxiway
 Part A of the runway
 Taxiway A
 Parking position A

https://cloud.wafa-sadri.de/s/YeTS9HCg7kMLQ4L

90
Q

What is shown on the printed sign?
See figure (ALW-020) (1,00 P.)

 2500 m in the stated direction till reaching the parking area
 From this intersection the available runway length is 2500 m in the stated direction
 The complete length of the runway in the stated direction is 2500 m
 2500 m in the stated direction till reaching the departure point of the runway

https://cloud.wafa-sadri.de/s/YeTS9HCg7kMLQ4L

A

From this intersection the available runway length is 2500 m in the stated direction

91
Q

What is the meaning of this sign at an aerodrome?
See figure (ALW-011) (1,00 P.)

 Landing prohibited for a longer period
 Glider flying is in progress
 Caution, manoeuvring area is poor
 After take-off and before landing all turns have to be made to the right

https://cloud.wafa-sadri.de/s/YeTS9HCg7kMLQ4L

A

Glider flying is in progress

92
Q

What is the meaning of the illustrated ground signal as shown in the signal area of an aerodrome?
See figure (ALW-012) (1,00 P.)

 Caution, manoeuvring area is poor
 Prohibition on landing for a longer period
 After take-off and before landing all turns have to be made to the right
 Ground movement restricted to hard surfaces

https://cloud.wafa-sadri.de/s/YeTS9HCg7kMLQ4L

A

After take-off and before landing all turns have to be made to the right

93
Q

What is the meaning of “DETRESFA”? (1,00 P.)

 Uncertainty phase
 Rescue phase
 Distress phase
 Alerting phase

A

Distress phase

94
Q

Who provides search and rescue service? (1,00 P.)

 Only military organisations
 International approved organisations
 Only civil organisations
 Both military and civil organisations

A

Both military and civil organisations

95
Q

How can a pilot confirm a search and rescue signal on ground in flight? (1,00 P.)

 Rock the wings
 Push the rudder in both directions multiple times
 Fly in a parabolic flight path multiple times
 Deploy and retract the landing flaps multiple times

A

Rock the wings

96
Q

With respect to aircraft accident and incident investigation, what are the three categories regarding aircraft occurrences? (1,00 P.)

 Event
Crash
Disaster
 Happening
Event
Serious event
 Incident
Serious incident
Accident
 Event
Serious event
Accident

A

Incident
Serious incident
Accident

97
Q

What is the primary purpose of an aircraft accident investigation? (1,00 P.)

 To Determine the guilty party and draw legal consequences
 To clarify questions of liability within the meaning of compensation for passengers
 To identify the reasons and work out safety recommendations
 To work for the public prosecutor and help to follow-up flight accidents

A

To identify the reasons and work out safety recommendations

PPL Theory (9 decks)

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