Air Law Flashcards
What is the ICAO council?
The Council is the permanent body of ICAO
What do SARPs stand for?
Standards and Recommended Practices
Which body is responsible for introducing Procedures for Air Navigation Services?
The Air Navigation Commission
How often does the Assembly of the ICAO meet?
Every 3 years
At which convention was ICAO established?
The Chicago convention
What is included in annex 7 to the Chicago convention?
Annex 7 contains standards adopted by ICAO as the minimum standards for the display of nationality marks and registration marks - this document provides definitions, location and size of registration marks and nationality symbols.
What is included in annex 17 to the Chicago convention?
Annex 17 includes SARPs concerned with the security of international air transport
What is included in annex 3 to the Chicago convention?
Annex 3 contains the SARPs and certain guidelines for the management of meteorological services to the international air navigation
Which body provides administrative and technical assistance to the ICAO council?
The Secretariat
What is included in annex 15 to the Chicago convention?
Annex 15 contains SARPs for the provision of the Aeronautical Information Service (AIS)
For how long can a contracting state validate a Certificate of Airworthiness (CofA) issued by another state?
No longer than the original issue
Which items should be included in a CofA application for a new aircraft?
-Weight and balance report,
-Statement of conformity,
-The flight manual
How many licences for each aircraft category can a pilot hold?
1
What does Part-FCL consider as “instrument time”?
The time which a pilot is controlling an aircraft in flight solely by reference to instruments or the time during which a pilot is receiving instruction in simulated instrument flight, in FSTD.
What language abilities must a holder of an Instrument Rating (IR) demonstrate?
Ability to use radio-telephony, understanding of the information needed to prepare and accomplish a flight, and ability to communicate effectively with other crew members, all in English.
Which items must be included in a CofA application for a used aircraft?
-Historical records of aircraft maintenance;
-The flight manual,
-Weight and balance report,
-Statement of conformity
Which aircraft are required to hold a CofA?
All aircraft engaged in international navigation
Who is responsible for determining the aircraft continuing airworthiness?
The contracting state of the registry
Where should registration, nationality and common marks be on an aeroplane?
On the wing’s lower surface and either the fuselage or the vertical tail surface
Which lights must be displayed during the day by an aircraft in flight?
Anti-collision lights
What should be done when there are two aircraft approaching head-on on the ground?
Both aircraft should stop, then, if possible, change their way to the right
Which lights must be displayed at night by aircraft on the ground?
-Navigation lights,
-Anti-collision lights,
-Lights indicating engines are running
When two aircraft of the same type are converging in flight, which of them has the right of way?
The aircraft on the right of the other
Referring to the rules for the avoidance of collision, the PIC must….
Take any action required to avoid collision
In which meteorological conditions is flying under IFR possible?
VMC and IMC
Which light signal should ATS use to warn an aircraft in flight that an aerodrome is not safe to land?
Red flashes
The cruising levels above the lowest usable flight level are expressed in terms of ____, while those below that height are expressed in terms of _____.
Flight levels; Altitude
Which lights must be displayed at night by an aircraft in flight?
-Navigation lights (unless an aircraft is a ballon);
-Anti-collision lights;
-The lights that are compulsory during the day.
Which lights must be displayed during the day by an aircraft on the ground?
Anti-collision lights
Which flight levels are available for VFR and IFR flights according to their magnetic tracks?
VFR flight levels end in “5”
IFR flight levels end in “0”
Magnetic headings 0º to 179º have ODD flight levels
Magnetic headings 180º to 359º have EVEN flight levels
In which case is deviation form flight plant permitted?
If requested OR emergency
Minimum permitted altitude for VFR flights over congested areas is _______ over the highest obstacle in the proximity of _____ the aircraft.
1000 ft; 600m
Essentials to perform a simulated instrument flight
-Doubled, fully functional controls;
-Qualified safety pilot
The minimum permitted altitude for VFR flights over uncongested areas is ____ over the ground or highest obstacle in the proximity of ___ of the aircraft, if any.
500ft; 150m
Consider VFR flight at altitude 10 000ft AMSL in class C airspace. Which weather minima must the pilot preserve?
Horizontal distance from cloud - 1500m;
Vertical distance from clod - 1000 ft (300m);
Flight visibility - 5km.
What are the responsibilities associated with a controlled VFR flight?
-Obtaining ATC clearances;
-Maintaining voice communication watch;
-Reporting position (unless instructed otherwise by ATS).
Which information has to be included in a request for a change in flight plan route?
-Aircraft identification;
-Flight rules;
-New time estimates
In what circumstances must a new flight plan be submitted?
If EOBT delay of >30min in controlled flight
OR
If EOBT delay of >60min in uncontrolled flight
In which circumstances is an aircraft likely to be intercepted?
-When an aircraft enters the airspace of a state through a different route from the one stated in the overflight permission;
-When an aircraft deviated from a flight plan without known cause;
-When an aircraft cannot be identified;
-When an aircraft enters a prohibited zone;
-When an aircraft does not follow instructions;
-When an aircraft is considered a hazard;
-When an aircraft is suspected to be engaged in illegal activity.
Which action should the ATC take if they suspect a communication loss?
-Confirm it by asking the pilot to send a signal or perform a maneuver;
-Continue to send blind instructions;
-Employ light signals if the aircraft is a part of the aerodrome’s traffic pattern.
If unlawful interference occurs to an aircraft, which code should the flight crew set the transponder to?
7500
According to SERA, which situations can be considered an act of unlawful interference?
-Spreading misinformation;
-Aircraft seizure;
-Bringing dangerous materials on board.
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
b, c, d, e, f, g
a, b, c, e, f
a, b, e, g
d, f, g
a, b, c, e, f
Which area could be crossed with certain restrictions?
No-fly zone
Restricted area
Prohibited area
Dangerous area
Restricted area
Where can the type of restriction for a restricted airspace be found?
NOTAM
AIC
ICAO chart 1:500000
AIP
AIP
What is the status of the rules and procedures created by the EASA?
(e.g. Part-SFCL, Part-MED)
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
They are part of the EU regulation and legally binding to all EU member states
Which validity does the “Certificate of Airworthiness” have?
6 months
12 years
Unlimited
12 months
Unlimited
What is the meaning of the abbreviation “ARC”?
Airworthiness Recurring Control
Airspace Rulemaking Committee
Airspace Restriction Criteria
Airworthiness Review Certificate
Airworthiness Review Certificate
The “Certificate of Airworthiness” is issued by the state…
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.
in which the aircraft is registered.
A pilot license issued in accordance with ICAO Annex 1 is valid in…
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.
all ICAO countries.
What is the subject of ICAO Annex 1?
Air traffic services
Flight crew licensing
Rules of the air
Operation of aircraft
Flight crew licensing
What is the period of validity of a private pilot license (PPL)?
Unlimited
24 months
48 months
60 months
Unlimited
What is the minimum age to obtain a private pilot license?
17 years
21 years
16 years
18 years
17 years
What are the minimum requirements among others to acquire a rating for VFR night flights?
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
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
The validity of a medical examination certificate class 2 for a 62 years old pilot is…
60 Months.
48 Months.
24 Months.
12 Months.
12 Months
In which way is a SEP (land) rating renewed if you do not meet the required flight time?
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 proficiency check with an examiner
The possession of a european PPL(A) entitles the holder to…
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 instructor.
act as PIC on non-commercial flights without compensation as well as to receive compensation as a flight instructor.
What is the minimum age to start a private pilot training at a flight school?
16 years
17 years
21 years
18 years
16 years
What is the meaning of the abbreviation “SERA”?
Selective Radar Altimeter
Standardized European Rules of the Air
Specialized Radar Approach
Standard European Routes of the Air
tandardized European Rules of the Air
What is the meaning of the abbreviation “TRA”?
Temporary Reserved Airspace
Temporary Radar Routing Area
Transponder Area
Terminal Area
Temporary Reserved Airspace
What has to be considered when entering an RMZ?
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
To permanently monitor the radio and if possible to establish radio contact
What condition has to be met during a Special VFR flight?
Visual reference to the terrain
Speed not above 115 kt IAS
At least 500 m ground visibility
A minimum distance to clouds of 2000 m
Visual reference to the terrain
What has to be done before entering a TMZ?
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
Switch on the transponder and activate mode A and C or mode S
What is the meaning of an area marked as “TMZ”?
Transportation Management Zone
Touring Motorglider Zone
Traffic Management Zone
Transponder Mandatory Zone
Transponder Mandatory Zone
What is the meaning of the abbreviation “IFR”?
Instrument Flight Rules
Instrument Meteorological Conditions
Bad Weather Flight Rules
Commercial Flight Rules
Instrument Flight Rules
A flight is called a “visual flight”, if the…
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.
flight is conducted under visual flight rules
What is the meaning of the abbreviation “VMC”?
Instrument flight conditions
Variable meteorological conditions
Visual meteorological conditions
Visual flight rules
Visual meteorological conditions
Two engine-driven aircraft are flying on crossing courses at the same altitude.
Which one has to divert?
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
Both have to divert to the right
Two aeroplanes are flying on crossing tracks.
Which one has to divert?
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
The aircraft which flies from right to left has the right of priority
In airspace “D” a Boeing 737 and a Cessna 152 are flying on crossing courses.
Which aeroplane has to divert?
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
The aeroplane flying from right to left has priority, the other one has to divert
Which of the following options is NOT a sufficient reason to fly below the required minimum height?
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
Bad weather conditions in the vicinity of an aerodrome
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?
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
Both aircraft have to alter their tracks to the right
Which distances to clouds have to be maintained during a VFR flight in airpaces C, D and E?
1500 m horizontally, 1000 ft vertically
1500 m horizontally, 1000 m vertically
1000 m horizontally, 1500 ft vertically
1000 m horizontally, 300 m vertically
1500 m horizontally, 1000 ft vertically
The minimum flight visibility at 5000 ft MSL in airspace B for VFR flights is…
8000 m.
3000 m.
1500 m.
5000 m.
5000 m
What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” for an aircraft operating under VFR at 5000 ft MSL?
8000 m
1500 m
3000 m
5000 m
5000 m
What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “E” for an aircraft operating under VFR at FL75?
8000 m
1500 m
3000 m
5000 m
5000 m
What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” for an aircraft operating under VFR at FL110?
5000 m
1500 m
3000 m
8000 m
8000 m
What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” for an aircraft operating under VFR at FL125?
5000 m
3000 m
1500 m
8000 m
8000 m
What are the minimum distances to clouds for a VFR flight in airspace “B”?
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
Horizontally 1.500 m, vertically 300 m
What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” below FL 100 for an aircraft operating under VFR?
5 km
10 km
1.5 km
8 km
5 km
What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace “C” at and above FL 100 for an aircraft operating under VFR?
1.5 km
5 km
10 km
8 km
8 km
The term “ceiling” is defined as the…
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.
height of the base of the lowest layer of clouds
covering more than half of the sky below 20000 ft.
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?
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
Follow me
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?
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
You may continue your flight
The altimeter is switched from local QNH to 1013.25 hPa…
at the decision height.
at 4000 ft.
when climbing above the transition altitude.
when descending below FL 100.
when climbing above the transition altitude.
During a flight at FL 80, the altimeter setting has to be…
1030.25 hPa.
1013.25 hPa.
local QFE.
local QNH.
1013.25 hPa
What is the purpose of the semi-circular rule?
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
To avoid collisions by reducing the probability of opposing traffic at the same altitude
Which of the following options are possible SSR-Transponder modes?
A, C, S
A, C, R
B, C, V
B, R, S
A, C, S
A transponder with the ability to send the current pressure level is a…
pressure-decoder.
mode C or S transponder.
mode A transponder.
transponder approved for airspace “B”.
mode C or S transponder
Which transponder code indicates a loss of radio communication?
2000
7700
7000
7600
7600
Which transponder code should be set during a radio failure without any request?
7600
7700
7000
7500
7600
Which transponder code has to be set unrequested during an emergency?
7600
7000
7700
7500
7700
Which air traffic service is responsible for the safe conduct of flights?
ALR (alerting service)
FIS (flight information service)
ATC (air traffic control)
AIS (aeronautical information service)
ATC (air traffic control)
Air traffic control service is conducted by which services?
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)
TWR (aerodrome control service)
APP (approach control service)
ACC (area control service)
Which answer is correct with regard to separation in airspace “E”?
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
VFR traffic is not separated from any other traffic
Which air traffic services can be expected within an FIR (flight information region)?
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)
FIS (flight information service)
ALR (alerting service)
A pilot can contact FIS (flight information service)…
via telephone.
via internet.
by a personal visit.
via radio communication.
via radio communication
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?
Danger jet blast
Be careful wake winds
Attention propwash
Caution wake turbulence
Caution wake turbulence