Block 4 Flashcards
Define Altitude Engine
A type of engine that uses a turbocharger to generate Sea Level Pressure in its intake manifold, up to its critical altitude, at which point power will start to decrease.
Define Flight Time
When an aircraft moves under its own power for the purpose of flight and ends when the aircraft comes to rest after landing
Define Pilot in Command
The person who: 1. Has the final authority and responsibility for the operation and safety of the flight; 2. Has been designated as pilot-in command before or during the flight; and 3. Holds the appropriate category, class, and type rating, if appropriate, for the conduct of the flight.
What is the difference between normal and utility categories?
- Normal: No aerobatics, no more than 60 degrees of bank
- Utility: Limited aerobatics, spins, banks of 60-90 degrees
What conditions determine the takeoff and 50 foot speed for a single engine airplane?
23.51
Does a stall warning horn device have to be installed on an aircraft?
No
What is the difference in spin recovery requirements between normal, utility and acrobatic airplane categories?
- Normal a/c: Limited to 1 turn or 3 seconds spins for recovery
- Utility a/c: Recoverable at any point of spin, up to 6 turns
Can your student as a Private Pilot perform preventative maintenance on an airplane?
Yes….but not 121, 135 etc ? (43.3)
What is the difference between major repair and preventative maintenance?
- Major Alterations to the airframe, powerplant, propeller or appliance
- Preventative MX is limited to 31 things
What maintenance inspections are required for an airplane that an FBO rents to individuals who are not conducting any flight instruction?
- Annual
What maintenance inspections are required for an airplane that is being used for flight instruction?
- 100 hour
What items/areas must be included in a annual or 100-hour inspection?
43.15 appendix D
What must be included in all maintenance record entries?
- Description of the work performed
- Date of completion
- Signature/cert of person approving return to service
Who can authorize an aircraft’s return to service after a repair, alteration or inspection?
- Administrator (FAA)
- A+P/IA
- Repair Station
- When the manufacturer or pilot perform preventative mx
Does an aircraft that is on a Progressive Maintenance Program have to have an annual inspection?
- No as long as all phases are complete within 12 calendar months
Who is directly responsible for, and final authority as to the operation of an aircraft?
The PIC ?
What constitutes a careless or reckless operation?
- Careless is doing the wrong thing on accident or with ignorance
- Reckless is doing the wrong thing on purpose or knowingly
- 91.13
Can I file a report under the Aviation Safety Reporting Program to avoid FAA action due to the result of an accident?
- 25
- No filing a report will not protect you from enforcement action when it concern as accident
Can I give flight instruction to a student pilot in an aircraft with a single throw-over control wheel?
91.109
No - Only for Instrument Training
Can I fly an airplane without an operating oil pressure gauge?
No - this is required equipment under 91.205