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Chapter 4.3 - Flight Rules & Condition of Flight Flashcards

1
Q

Powered Aircrafts must give way to (4)?

A
  • Airships.
  • Gliders.
  • Balloons.
  • Aircraft towing another Aircraft.
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2
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Who has the right of way on Converging Headings and what action must the Pilot perform?

A

The Aircraft with traffic on its Right must give way by altering its heading to the Right.

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3
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What happens if two Aircraft are approaching Head-On?

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Both Pilot must alter their heading to the Right.

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4
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When overtaking an Aircraft where should you pass by?

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To the Right clear of the slower Aircraft.

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5
Q

True or False. Landing Aircraft have right of way over other Aircraft in Flight and on Ground?

A

True.

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6
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Two powered Aircraft are on approach. Which one has right of way?

A

The Aircraft with the lowest Altitude.

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7
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What takes president to Aircraft on approach?

A

An Aircraft with an Emergency.

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8
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An Aircraft must not take off until what?

A

There is no risk of collision.

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9
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What Class of Airspace that is not controlled by ATC known as?

A

Class G.

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10
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When must a Pilot Broadcast its Level, Route and Intention?

A

If potential traffic conflict exists.

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11
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True or False. VFR flights are permitted in Class G Airspace?

A

True.

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12
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True or False. Clearance is required to fly in Class G Airspace?

A

False.

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13
Q

True or False. En route position reporting is required for VFR flights in Class G Airspace?

A

False.

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14
Q

An Aircraft said to be ‘In The Vicinity Of’ is within what distance from a non-controlled aerodrome?

A

10 Miles.

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15
Q

Non-Controlled Aerodrome can have 2 meanings. What are they?

A
  • ATC is not operating (outside normal hours or other reason).
  • Is operating Class G Airspace.
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16
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Define Active Runway?

A

The runway which has favourable wind conditions.

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17
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Define Aerodrome Traffic?

A

All Aircrafts in the Vicinity of and Manoeuvring Area.

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18
Q

Define Aerodrome Traffic Circuit?

A

The Standard path to be flown by Aircraft Taking Off or Landing at Non-Controlled Aerodrome.

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19
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True of False. CASA recommends straight-in approaches to an Aerodrome?

A

False. It’s safer to join a traffic circuit.

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20
Q

A Pilot is responsible to make Broadcasts on VHF Frequency when?

A

The Aircraft is operating on the Manoeuvring Area or In The Vicinity of a Non-Controlled Aerodrome.

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21
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A Pilot must broadcast what relevant information (4)?

A
  • Aerodrome Name.
  • Aircraft’s Call Sign.
  • Position of Aircraft.
  • Pilot’s Intention.
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22
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For Aircraft flying in the vicinity of a Non-Controlled Aerodrome, what features must be turned on if fitted (3)?

A
  • Landing Lights.
  • Anti-Collision Lights.
  • SSR Transponder.
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23
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For Aircraft arriving at Non-Controlled Aerodrome, the Pilot must join which part of the Traffic Circuit?

A

Crosswind.

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24
Q

Risk can be minimised at Non-Controlled Aerodrome by showing what flying quality?

A

Good Discipline and Airmanship.

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25
Q

Which side of a Runway is the Standard Circuit?

A

Left-hand side.

26
Q

VFR Aircraft flying below 10000ft AMSL are restricted to a maximum speed of?

A

250 knots.

27
Q

VFR Aircraft flying at or below 2500ft AMSL within 4NM of Class D Airspace are restricted to a maximum speed of?

A

200 knots.

28
Q

The size of a Traffic Circuit can be varied depending on what (3)?

A
  • Aircraft Performance.
  • Recommendations in the Flight Manual.
  • Airmanship/Safety Reasons.
29
Q

To help facilitate ‘See and Avoid’ what should be left on before takeoff and in the vicinity of a Non-Controlled Aerodrome?

A

Landing Lights.

30
Q

For VFR Aircraft what should be left on when airborne (2)?

A
  • Anti-Collision Lights.

- Strobe Lights.

31
Q

An Aircraft should not commence Takeoff/Landing until a departing Aircraft on the same runway has what (2)?

A
  • Crossed the Upwind end of the Runway.

- Commenced a Turn.

32
Q

An Aircraft should not commence Takeoff/Landing until a Landing Aircraft on the same runway has what?

A

Vacated the Runway and is Taxiing.

33
Q

An Aircraft should not commence Takeoff/Landing until a Landing Aircraft on a crossing runway has what?

A

Crossed or Stop short of Takeoff/Landing Runway in use.

34
Q

Prior to Takeoff/Landing, Pilots must assess that the Runway is what (3)?

A
  • Serviceable.
  • Clear of any Obstruction.
  • Check Wind Direction.
35
Q

What is the Circuit Height for High-Performance Aircraft (more than 150kts)?

A

1500ft AAL.

36
Q

What is the Circuit Height for Medium-Performance Aircraft (between 55 – 150kts)?

A

1000ft AAL.

37
Q

What is the Circuit Height for Low-Performance Aircraft (less than 55kts)?

A

500ft AAL.

38
Q

At what Height should turning into Crosswind Leg be commenced at?

A

500ft AAL.

39
Q

The turn onto Downwind and Base Leg are made at what degree from the Runway centreline?

A

45°.

40
Q

In a Traffic Circuit at what stage should you begin your descent?

A

Base Leg.

41
Q

At what Height should an Aircraft be on Final Approach?

A

No less than 500ft AAL.

42
Q

After Landing what should a Pilot do?

A

Vacate the Runway immediately.

43
Q

At what Height should Landing Inspection be commenced at?

A

2000ft AAL.

44
Q

When performing an Overfly procedure on an unfamiliar Aerodrome, a Pilot must assess what (5)?

A
  • Serviceability of Aerodrome.
  • Special Procedures (Gliding or Restricted Operations).
  • Other Traffic (Circuit and Ground).
  • Wind Direction.
  • Clear of Obstructions.
45
Q

Once an Overfly procedure has been completed. How should an Aircraft join the Traffic Circuit?

A

Start from Inactive side, descend to 1000ft on Upwind and join parallel to the Crosswind leg.

46
Q

True or False. According to the CASA joining the Base-Leg is a recommended procedure?

A

False.

47
Q

True or False. According to the CASA joining the Straight-In Approach is not a recommended procedure?

A

True.

48
Q

What should a Pilot do when transiting over an Aerodrome (2)?

A
  • Fly over Aerodrome at 2500ft or above to avoid ‘Overfly’ Traffic.
  • Monitor CTAF and respond if required.
49
Q

VFR flights should only be conducted (4)?

A
  • In Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC).
  • Reference to Ground/Water when flying at 2000ft.
  • In Daylight Hours with ETA at destination being at least 10mins before last light.
  • Not above 250kt IAS when below 10000ft.
50
Q

What are the Cruising Levels for VFR flights heading East?

A
  • 1500ft.
  • 3500ft.
  • 5500ft.
  • 7500ft.
  • 9500ft.
51
Q

What are the Cruising Levels for VFR flights heading West?

A
  • 2500ft.
  • 4500ft.
  • 6500ft.
  • 8500ft.
52
Q

True or False. Cruising Levels are mandatory at 5000ft AMSL or above and should be used whenever practical?

A

True.

53
Q

Can a Pilot fly over public gatherings?

A

No. Unless the Pilot receives written permission from CASA.

54
Q

What is the minimum height above cities, towns and populated areas for an Aircraft?

A

1000ft AGL.

55
Q

Smoking is prohibited during (3)?

A
  • Takeoff.
  • Landing.
  • Refuelling.
56
Q

It is prohibited to smoke with ‘x’ metres of an Aircraft refuelling.

A

15.

57
Q

Name 3 factors which can impair a pilot from their capabilities?

A
  • Alcohol.
  • Drugs.
  • Pharmaceutical/Medical substances.
58
Q

Consumption of alcohol is prohibited for a period of ‘x’ hours immediately prior to departure.

A

8hrs.

59
Q

What is the transition layer in Australia marked as?

A

11000ft to 12500ft.

60
Q

True or False. Cruising within the transition layer is permitted?

A

False.

61
Q

What is the standard pressure altimeter setting above the transition layer?

A

1013.2 hPa.

62
Q

When must a Pilot set Local QNH?

A
  • Prior to Takeoff.
  • During Flight.
  • Prior to Landing.

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