Basic Regulations Flashcards

1
Q

To whom is hard law applicable, and who establishes it?

A

Hard law is binding for all member states.

It’s established by the EU commission, Parliament or Council

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2
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Name some examples of soft law and who establishes them.

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Acceptable means of compliance, Guidance material, and Certification specifications are soft law.

Established by EASA.

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3
Q

What are the NAA’s 4 main responsibilities?

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To prescribe
To inform
To control
To certificate

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4
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Which act established the U.K. CAA as the governing body?

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The Civil Aviation Act of 1972

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5
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Where can you find listed the uk CAA’s main functions?

A

The Air Navigation Order

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6
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Where can you find a list of aircraft exempt from EASA regulations?

A

Annex II of 216/2008
And
Article 1 of 216/2008

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7
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Which aircraft are listed in annex II 216/2008?

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  • Historic aircraft
  • Research, experimental and scientific
  • At least 51% amateur built
  • No more than 2 seats and MTOM between 300-495kgs
  • Stall speed of 35 knots CAS
  • Gyroplanes not exceeding 560kgs
  • Gliders no more than 80kg single seat or 100kg double seat
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8
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What is the definition of an aircraft according to 1321/2014 article 2?

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Any machine that can derive support in the atmosphere from the reactions of the air, other than reactions of the air against the earths surface.

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9
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Name the three organisations which make up the ICAO, and the Chief officers.

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Made up of:

  • An assembly
  • A Council
  • A Secretariat

Chief officers are The President of The Council and The Secretary General

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10
Q

What is CAP 747?

A

Mandatory requirements for airworthiness

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11
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What is CAP 562?

A

CAAIPS (Civil Aircraft Airworthiness Information and Procedures

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12
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What is CAP 393?

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Air Navigation, The Order and The Regulations

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13
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What is CAP 553?

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Airworthiness procedures where the CAA has primary responsibility for type approval of the product

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14
Q

What is the regulation for initial airworthiness?

A

748/2012

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15
Q

What is the regulation for continuing airworthiness?

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1321/2014

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16
Q

When was the Chicago convention signed and by how many states?

A

7th December 1944

By 52 states

17
Q

When was ICAO established?

A

4th April 1947

18
Q

Who many articles are in the ICAO?

A

96 articles

19
Q

What do the most recent amendments of 216/2008 establish?

A

Regulations regarding flight crew licensing and air operations

20
Q

Where are EASA regulations written?

A

The Official Journal of The European Union

21
Q

Who are the EASA regulations written on behalf of?

A

The EU Parliament

22
Q

Each regulation has two subsections ie. 66.A and 66.B. What is contained in each subsection?

A

A) Contains rules for personnel and organisations

B) Contains rules to enable CA’s to carry out their duties

23
Q

How many members of ICAO are there?

A

191 members

24
Q

What does 216/2008 establish?

A

Common essential requirements to provide for a high uniform level of civil aviation safety and environmental protection.

25
Q

Which regulation establishes the EASA?

A

216/2008

26
Q

Which European organisation does the EASA assist to develop the Implementing Rules?

A

European Commision

27
Q

What is a pre-flight?

A

The inspection carried out before flight to ensure the aircraft is fit for the intended flight.

28
Q

What does ELA stand for and What is ELA1?

A

European Light Aircraft

MTOM of 1200kg or less that is not classified as complex motor powered aircraft

29
Q

What does LSA stand for and what does it mean?

A

Light sport aircraft

MTOM 600kg or less 
Max stall speed of 45 knots CAS
Max 2 persons
Single non turbine prop engine
Non-pressurised cabin
30
Q

How often are ICAO Countries required to update their AIP manuals?

A

Every 28 days

31
Q

Who makes the final decision on new safety aspects?

A

The EASA

32
Q

What ICAO annex covers airworthiness of the aircraft?

A

Annex 8