CFLSW International/Overwater Exam

Question 1

The CFLSW definition of an overwater flight for a C-40A is an extended operations flight conducted more than 500 NM from a suitable divert airport.

Answer 1

True………. CFLSW 3710.19A CH1 100

Question 2

When responding to a checklist challenge crewmembers should include the units (e.g. “29.92 inches” or “997 hectopascals”).

Answer 2

True………. CFLSW 3710.19A CH1 102 b

Question 3

CPDLC is a two-way data-link system by which controllers can transmit messages to the pilot without the use of voice communications.

Answer 3

True………. CFLSW 3710.19A CH1 102 f

Question 4

HOLD CASE III weather minimums are 3000/3 because a suitable destination alternate is not available or within range of the POA.

Answer 4

True………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch1 102 n

Question 5

CFLSW aircraft operate only on OAT routes.

Answer 5

False………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch1 102 t

Question 6

The key to successful navigation is effective cross-checking. To ensure effective cross-checking, which cross-checking procedure is NOT effective and should NOT be used.
A. Verification of all FMC inputs.
B. Verification of FMA for proper mode.
C. Verification of assigned navigational track.
D. One pilot reads data aloud for another pilot to key into the Flight Management Computer (FMC).

Answer 6

D………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch1 102 g

Question 7

The minimum EODF for the C-40A is lbs.

Answer 7

2000………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch1 102 h

Question 8

Which one of the following certifications does NOT apply to the CFLSW C-40A?
A. MNPS
B. WAAS
C. PRNAV
D. RVSM

Answer 8

B………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch1 102 p/v/w

Question 9

The MEL/MESM terms Extended Range (ER), Extended Overwater (ETOPS) and the CFLSW definition of “overwater” shall be considered _______________ with respect to the United States Navy C-40A MEL/MESM and MEL deferrable maintenance and repairs.

Answer 9

interchangeable………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch2 203

Question 10

Which two color graphical charts should be used for all oceanic crossings?
A. High Level Significant Weather Chart
B. Turbulence Chart
C. Pacific World Aeronautical Chart
D. North Atlantic Sectional Aeronautical Chart

Answer 10

A & B………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch2 206 b

Question 11

A track message is required for all oceanic crossings which take place in the airspace for which a track message is issued. For example, the ______ track message is required and shall be obtained when operating in the ______ region.

Answer 11

NAT / NAT………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch2 203

Question 12

RMK/ Remarks should be the last entry in block 18. Separate each item with a space and replace any punctuation marks with a space. __________, __________ and other ______________ after RMK/ are not allowed.

Answer 12

hyphens / slashes / punctuation………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch2 207 d

Question 13

In which publication can aircrew find the DD-1801 block 18 entry requested by Spain when using the Spain blanket MDCN?
A. North Atlantic MNPSA Operations Manual 2008 Edition
B. DoD FLIP General Planning Document
C. Foreign Clearance Guide
D. Basic CFMU Handbook IFPS Users Manual 2009 Edition

Answer 13

C………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch2 207 d

Question 14

If the calculated hold case fuel reserve is not enough to allow for a driftdown contingency, ________________ fuel will ________________ be added into the fuel block of a VRW CFP.

Answer 14

contingency / automatically………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch3 301 g

Question 15

For a Pressure Loss ETP, if fuel requirements dictate, up to what altitude may be used for planning and enroute purposes provided there is sufficient oxygen onboard for all passengers and crew in the event of an emergency and the air temperature at the higher altitude is survivable.
A. 14,000 feet
B. FL200
C. FL300
D. FL600

Answer 15

B………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch3 305

Question 16

A CFLSW overwater defined flight should be discontinued and the flight should proceed to an alternate if:
A. Anytime the master CFP Actual Fuel Remaining (AFR) is less than the master CFP Estimated Fuel Remaining (EFR), as determined by the minimum required fuel reserve (hold case plus contingency)
B. Anytime the actual burn off exceeds the maximum burn off.
C. Anytime the “Insufficient Fuel” warning is annunciated.
D. Anytime the “10K overhead” rule is violated.

Answer 16

A………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch3 310

Question 17

The CFLSW minimum required fuel reserve is derived by adding the appropriate _______ _______ fuel plus __________________ fuel.

Answer 17

HOLD CASE / contingency………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch3 310 NOTE

Question 18

Which DoD FLIP publication lists HF stations, frequencies and the information broadcasted for reception checks.
A. DoD FLIP GP
B. DoD FLIP FIH
C. DoD FLIP AP
D. DoD FLIP Enroute charts

Answer 18

B………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch5 501

Question 19

When approaching a FIR boundary, radio contact should be made with the next controlling authority _____ minutes prior to reaching the fix/waypoint associated with the boundary

Answer 19

10………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch5 504

Question 20

The word “__________” shall be written on the top of the Milplanner VRW master CFP, the DD-1801 or ICAO Flight Plan, Plotting Chart and Track Message (if required).

Answer 20

MASTER………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch6 602

Question 21

Class II navigation oceanic flights should not be planned or flown on the assumption that LRC or ECON fuel regimes may be used. Oceanic clearances include a specific Mach. There is no tolerance for this assigned Mach. The increased emphasis on longitudinal separation requires crew vigilance in a separation based on assigned Mach. This is known as:
A. Cost Index 30 Technique
B. True Airspeed Number Technique
C. SELRES Cruise Technique
D. Mach Number Technique

Answer 21

D………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch6 604

Question 22

The Flight Crew is required to check the two primary altimeters prior to oceanic entry. The maximum allowable in-flight difference between Captain and First Officer altitude displays for RVSM operations is _____ feet.

Answer 22

200………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch6 605

Question 23

Which DoD FLIP publication lists the required noise abatement profile for a given airport.
A. DoD FLIP AP
B. DoD FLIP FIH
C. DoD IFR Supplement
D. DoD FLIP Enroute charts

Answer 23

A………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch6 610

Question 24

The most common cause of gross navigational errors is failure to return to ______ after using ______ ______ to avoid weather.

Answer 24

LNAV / HDG SEL………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch6 611 NOTE

Question 25

An International Overwater procedures examination shall be given to all CFLSW pilots prior to initial to T2P designation and biennially thereafter. Minimum passing score is:
A. 70%
B. 3.0
C. 3.5
D. C-

Answer 25

C………. CFLSW 3710.19A Ch10 1000 a