Area Of OPS 2: Preflight: Task C: Instrument Flight Deck Check Flashcards
What physical item would you inspect during preflight to affect nav/comm radio performance?
The various antennas on the aircraft.
How can you verify each communications radio is working properly before flight?
By checking each with a test call, broadcasting “radio check.”
What indicates that the airspeed indicator has been properly maintained?
How long is this inspection valid for?
The maintenance logbook should show a pitot-static check within the past 24 months.
What additional check applies specifically to the airspeed indicator?
Check the pitot heat to verify it is working.
Is it necessary to check the vertical speed indicator (VSI) prior to flight?
Yes, note the VSI indication when the airplane is stable and not moving.
How can you verify the altimeter is accurate during preflight inspection?
Set the correct pressure in the ___________ __________ and note any difference from the known ____________ elevation.
Set the correct pressure in the Kollsman window and note any difference from the known field elevation.
What is the maximum allowable error an altimeter can show for IFR flight?
Plus or minus 75 feet.
Can the turn-and-slip indicator or turn coordinator be checked before flight?
Yes, check that the ball moves to the outside of the turn freely and the miniature airplane stays level when taxiing straight.
Can you test the attitude indicator immediately after starting your taxi?
No, gyroscopes need 5 minutes to stabilize.
How would you check your attitude indicator once the gyro is up to speed?
Set the alignment of the __________ ____________ and ensure it remains steady.
**Set the alignment of the horizon bar and ensure it remains steady.
How can you check your heading indicator during preflight?
After the ____________ stabilizes, set the heading indicator and verify it agrees with the ____________ ____________ during taxi.
After the gyro stabilizes, set the heading indicator and verify it agrees with the magnetic compass during taxi.
How can you check the magnetic compass during preflight?
Verify the compass is full of ____________, moving _____________, and reflects known ____________.
Verify the compass is full of fluid, moving freely, and reflects known headings.
How would you prepare and test a GPS unit for IFR flight?
Verify it is an ____________ approved unit, ensure the ____________ is current, and follow the manufacturer’s start-up and self-test procedures.
Verify it is an IFR approved unit, ensure the database is current, and follow the manufacturer’s start-up and self-test procedures.
What is similar about testing both the ILS and ADF during preflight?
Tune to the appropriate ____________, identify the appropriate ____________ on the field, and verify a correct indication.
Tune to the appropriate frequency, identify the appropriate unit on the field, and verify a correct indication.
What is the mandated VOR accuracy check for IFR flight?
A VOR accuracy check must be performed and recorded within ____________ days prior to the IFR flight.
A VOR accuracy check must be performed and recorded within 30 days prior to the IFR flight.
