FAR 91 Flashcards
Except when necessary for takeoff and landing, what is the minimum safe altitude, required for a pilot to operate an aircraft over congested areas?
An altitude of 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 2,000 feet of the aircraft
When flying in a VFR corridor designated through Class B airspace, the maximum speed authorized is
200 knots
The minimum flight visibility require for VFR flights above 10,000 feet MSL and more than 1,200 feet AGL in controlled airspace is
5 miles
Maintenance records show the last transponder inspection was performed on September 1, 2006. The next inspection will be due no later than
September 30, 2008
No person may use an ATC transponder unless it has been tested and inspected within at least the preceding
24 calendar months
At what altitude shall the altimeter be set to 29.92 when climbing to cruising flight level?
At 18,000 feet MSL
When are non-rechargeable batteries of an emergency locator transmitter (ELT) required to be replaced
When 50 percent of their useful life expires
Flight crewmembers are required to keep their safety belts and shoulder harnesses fastened during
takeoffs and landings
What is the specific fuel require for flight under VFR during daylight hours in an airplane?
Enough to fly to the first point of intended landing and to fly after that for 30 minutes at normal cruising speed
The person directly responsible for the pre-launch briefing of passengers for a flight is the
Pilot in command
Where may an aircraft’s operating limitations be found? (5)
In the current, FAA-approved flight manual, approved manual material, markings, and placards, or any combination thereof
When may an emergency locator transmitter (ELT) be tested)
during the first 5 minutes after the hour
The minimum distance from clouds required for VFR operations on an airway below 10,000 feet MSL is
500 feet blow, 1000 above, and 2000 horizontally
During operations within controlled airspace at altitudes of less than 1,200 feet AGL, the minimum horizontal distance from clouds requirement for VFR flight is
2,000 feet
As PIC of an aircraft, under which situation can you deviate from an ATC clearance
In response to a traffic alert and collision avoidance system resolution advisory
During operations outside controlled airspace at altitudes of more than 1,200 feet AGL, but less than 10,000 feet MSL, the minimum flight visibility for VFR flight at night is
3 miles
An alternating red and green light signal direction from the control tower to an aircraft in flight is a signal to
exercise extreme caution
How does a control tower signal to an aircraft in flight that it is necessary to exercise extreme caution?
Through the use of alternating red and green light signals
What minimum radio equipment is required for VFR operation within Class B airspace? (3)
(1) Two-way radio communications equipment (2) a 4096-code transponder and (3) an encoding altimeter
When flying in the airspace underlying Class B airspace, the maximum speed authorized is
200 knots
Outside controlled airspace, the minimum flight visiblity requirement for VFR flight above 1,200 feet AGL and below 10,000 feet MSL during daylight hours is
1 mile
Except in Alaska, during what time period should lighted position lights be displayed on an aircraft?
sunset to sunrise
Which VFR cruising altitude is acceptable for a flight on a VIctor Airway with a magnetic course of 175? The terrain is less than 1,000 feet.
(A) 5,500 feet
(B) 4,500 feet
(C) 5,000 feet
(A) 5,500
A steady green light direction from the control tower to an aircraft in flight is a signal that the pilot
is cleared to land
No person may attempt to act as a crew-member of a civil aircraft with (alcohol related)
.04 percent by weight or more alcohol in the blood
During operations at altitude of more than 1,200 feet AGL and at or above 10,000 feet MSL, the minimum distance above clouds for VFR flight is
1,000 feet
Under what conditions may objects be dropped from an aircraft?
If precautions are taken to avoid injury or damage to persons or property on the surface
While operating in Class D airspace, each pilot of an aircraft approaching to land on a runway served by a visual approach slope indicator (VASI) shall
maintain ana altitude at or above the glide slop until a lower altitude is necessary for a safe landing
Two-way radio communication must be established with the Air Traffic Control facility having jurisdiction over the area prior to entering which class of airspace?
Class C
Where may an aircraft’s operating limitations be found if the aircraft has an Experimental or Special light-sport airworthiness certificate?
attached to the Airworthiness Certificate
While on final approach for landing, an alternating green and red light followed by a flashing red light is received from the control tower. Under these circumstances, the pilot should?
exercise extreme caution and abandon the approach, realizing the airport is unsafe for landing
What action is appropriate if the pilot deviates from an ATC instruction during an emergency and is given priority?
File a detailed report within 48 hours to the chief of the appropriate ATC facility, if requested.
Unless otherwise specifically authorized, no person may operate an aircraft that has an experimental certificate
over a densely populated area or in a congested airway
When approaching to land on a runway served by a VASI, the pilot shall
maintain an altitude at or above the glide slope
Who is responsible for determining if an aircraft is in condition for safe flight?
the PIC
How long does the Airworthiness Certificate of an aircraft remain valid?
As long as the aircraft is maintained and operated as required by Federal Aviation Regulations
Who is responsible for ensuring appropriate entries are made in maintenance records indicating the aircraft has been approved for return to service?
Owner or operator
Which VFR cruising altitude is appropriate when flying above 3,000 feet AGL on a magnetic course of 185?
4,500 feet
In which class of airspace is acrobatic flight prohibited?
Class E airspace below 1,500 feet AGL
An operable 4096-code transponder and Mode C encoding altimeter are required in
Class B airspace and within 30 miles of the Class B primary airport
Completion of an annual condition inspection and the return of the aircraft to service should always be indicated by
an appropriate notation in the aircraft maintenance records
Which is the correct traffic pattern departure procedure to use at a noncontrolled airport?
Comply with any FAA traffic pattern established for the airport
With certain exceptions all aircraft within 30 miles of a Class B primary airport form the surface upward to 10,000 feet MSL must be equipped with
an operable transponder having either Mode S or 4096-code capability with Mode C automatic altitude reporting capability
Which aircraft has the right-of-way over the other aircraft listed?
(1) Airship
(2) Aircraft towing other aircraft
(3) Gryoplane
(2) aircraft towing other aircraft
A special VFR clearance authorizes the pilot of an aircraft to operate VFR while within Class D airspace when the visibility is
at least 1 mile and the aircraft can remain clear of clouds
Which light signal from the control tower clears a pilot to taxi?
flashing green
The responsibility for ensuring that maintenance personnel make the appropriate entries in the aircraft maintenance records indicating the aircraft has been approved for return to service lies with the
owner or operator
For VFR flight operations above 10,000 feet MSL and more than 1,200 feet AGL, the minimum horizontal distance from clouds required is
1 mile
Under what condition may a pilot allow a person who is obviously under the influence of drugs to be carried aboard the aircraft?
In an emergency or if the person is a medical patient under proper care
Each person operating an aircraft at a VFR cruising altitude shall maintain an odd-thousand plus 500 foot altitude while on a
magnetic course of 0 through 179
Unless otherwise authorized, the maximum indicated airspeed at which aircraft may be flown when at or below 2,500 feet AGL and within 4 nautical miles of the primary airport of Class C airspace is
200 knots
What are the minimum requirements for airplane operations under special VFR in Class D airspace at night?
The pilot must be instrument rated, and the airplane must be IFR equipped
A 100-hour inspection was due at 3302.5 hours. The 100-hour inspection was actually done at 3309.5 hours. When is the next 100 hour inspection due?
3402.5 hours
When must a pilot who deviates from a regulation during an emergency send a written report of that deviation to the Administrator?
upon request
When must the battery in an ELT be replaced (or recharged if the battery is capable)?
After one-half the battery’s useful life
Normal VFR opeations in Class D airspace with an operating control tower require the ceiling and visibility to be at least?
1,000 feet and 3 miles
With certain exceptions, safety belts are required to be secured about passengers during (3)
taxi, takeoff, and landing
An airplane and an airship are converging. If the airship is left of the airplane’s position, which aircraft has the right of way?
The airship
Because the aircraft are of different categories, an airship has the right-of-way over an airplane or rotor craft
If an in-flight emergency requires immediate action, the PIC may
deviate from any rule of 14 CFR part 91 to the extend required to meet that emergency
An aircraft had a 100-hour inspection when the tachometer read 1259.6. When is the next 100-hour inspection due?
1359.6 hours
If the control tower sues a light signal to direct a pilot to give way to other aircraft and continue circling, the light will be
steady red
no person may operate an aircraft in acrobatic flight when
over any congested area of a city, town, or settlement
During operations within controlled airspace at altitudes of more than 1,200 feet AGL, but less than 10,000 feet MSL, the minimum distance above clouds requirement for VFR flight is
1,000 feet
No person may take off or land an aircraft under basic VFR at an airport that lies within Class D airspace unless the
ground visibility at that airport is at least 3 miles
Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, an aircraft may not be operated closer than what distance from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure?
500 feet
A person may not act as crewmenber of a civil aircraft if alcoholic beverages have been consumed by that person within the proceeding
8 hours
What aircraft inspections are require for rental aircraft that are also used for flight instruction (2)
(1) Annual Condition & (2) 100-hour Inspections
To determine the expiration date of the last annual aircraft inspection, a person should refer to
aircraft maintenance records
Who is primarily responsible for maintaining an aircraft in airworthy condition?
Owner or operator
Which aircraft has the right-of-way over all other air traffic?
(A) An aircraft in distress
(B) An aircraft on final approach to land
(C) A balloon
(A) an aircraft in distress
Before passengers can be carried in an aircraft that has been altered in a manner that may have appreciably changed its flight characteristics, it must be flight tested by an appropriately-rated pilot who holds at least a
Private Pilot Certificate
When operating an aircraft at cabin pressure altitudes above 12,500 feet MSL up to and including 14,000 feet MSL, supplemental oxygen shall be used during
flight time that exceeds 30 minutes
A flashing white light signal from the control tower to a taxiing aircraft is an indication to
Return to the starting point of the airport
Which records or documents shall the owner or operating of an aircraft keep to show compliance with an applicable Airworthiness Directive?
Aircraft maintenance records
Preflight action, as required for all flights away from the vicinity of an airport, shall include
An alternate course of action if the flight cannot be completed as planned
Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, what is the minimum safe altitude required for a pilot to operate an aircraft over other than congested area?
An altitude of 500 feet AGL, except over open water or a sparsely populated area, which requires 500 feet from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure
What is the minimum weather condition required for airplanes operating under special VFR in Class D airspace?
1 mile flight visibility
For special VFR in Class D airspace, the pilot needs 1 mile visibility and clear of clouds
The final authority as to the operation of an aircraft is the
pilot in command
Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, what is the minimum safe altitude for a pilot to operate an aircraft anywhere?
An altitude allowing, if a power unit fails, an emergency landing without undue hazard to person or property on the surface
The airworthiness of an aircraft can be determined by a preflight inspection and a
review of maintenance records
An aircraft’s annual condition inspection was performed on July 12, this year. The next annual inspection is due..?
July 31, next year
The basic VFR weather minimums for operating an aircraft within Class D airspace are
1,000 foot ceiling and 3 miles visibility
What minimum pilot certification is required for operation within Class B airspace
PPL or student
What minimum radio equipment is required for operation within Class C airspace
Two way radio communication equipment, 4096-code transponder, and an encoding altimeter
What action is required when two aircraft of the same category converge, but not head-on?
The aircraft on the left shall give way
In addition to other preflight actions for a VFR flight away from the vicinity of the departure airport, regulations specifically require the pilot in command to
determine runway lengths at airports of intended use and the aircraft’s takeoff and landing distance data
When must batteries in an ELT be replaced or recharged?
When the ELT has been in use for more than 1 cumulative hour
Which cruising altitude is appropriate for a VFR flight on a magnetic course of 135?
odd thousands plus 500 feet
During the preflight inspection who is responsible for determining the aircraft is safe for flight?
the PIC
Who is responsible for ensuring Airworthiness Directives (AD’s) are compiled with?
Owner or operator
If alteration or repair substantially affects an aircraft’s operation in flight, that aircraft must be test flown by an appropriately rated pilot and approved for return service prior to being operated
with passengers aboard
The responsibility for ensuring that an aircraft is maintained in airworthy condition is primarily that of the
owner or operator
Which is normally prohibited when operating a restricted category civil aircraft?
Flight over densely populated areas
Which preflight action is specifically requires of the pilot prior to each flight?
Become familiar with all available information concerning the flight
What minimum flight visibility is required for VFR flight operations on an airway below 10,000 feet MSL
3 miles
No person may operate an aircraft in formation flight
except by prior arrangement with the PIC of each aircraft
During operations outside controlled airspace at altitudes of more than 1,200 feet AGL but less than 10,000 feet MSL, the minimum distance below clouds requirement for VFR flight at night is
500 feet
Safety belts are required to be properly secured about which persons in an aircraft and when
Passengers, during taxi, takeoffs, and landings only
What is the specific fuel requirement for flight under VFR at night in an airplane
Enough fuel to fly the first point of intended landing and to fly after that for 45 minutes
A chair-type parachute must have been packed by a certificated and appropriately rated parachute rigger within the preceding
120 days
What minimum pilot certification is required for operation within Class B airspace?
Private pilot certificate or student pilot certificate with appropriate logbook endorsements
With certain exceptions, when must each occupant of an aircraft wear an approved parachute?
When intentionally pitching the nose of the aircraft up or down 30 degrees or more
Which aircraft has the right-of-way over the other aircraft listed?
(A) Airship
(B) Aircraft refueling other aircraft
(C) Glider
(C) Glider
An operable 4096-code transponder with an encoding altimeter is required in which airspace?
Class A, Class B (and within 30 miles of the Class B primary airport), and Class C
What minimum visibility and clearance from clouds are requires for VFR operations in Class G airspace at 700 feet AGL or below during daylight hours?
1 mile visibility and clear of clouds
No person may operate an aircraft within Class D airspace at night under special VFR unless the
airplane is equipped for instrument flight
If an altimeter setting is not available before flight, to which altitude should the pilot adjust the altimeter?
The elevation of the departure area
Two-way radio communications with ATC are required for landings and takeoffs….
at all tower controlled airports regardless of weather conditions
In addition to a valid Airworthiness Cert, what documents or records must be aboard an aircraft during flight
Operating limitations and Registration Certificate
In which type of airspace are VFR flights prohibited?
Class A
Prior to takeoff, the altimeter should be set to which altitude of altimeter setting?
The current local altimeter setting, if available, and the departure airport elevation
Unless otherwise authorized, what is the maximum indicated airpseed at which a person may operate an aircraft below 10,000 feet MSL
250 knots
With respect to passengers, what obligation if any, does a pilot in command have concerning the use of safety belts?
The PIC must brief the PAX on the use of safety belts and notify them to fasten their safety belts during taxi, takeoff, and landing
No person may opeartre an aircraft in acrobatic flight when the flight visibility is less than ?
3 miles
When two or more aircraft are approaching an airport for the purpose of landing, the right-of-way belongs tot he aircraft
at the lower altitude, but it shall not take advantage of this rule to cut in front of or to overtake another
When are flight crewmembers required to keep their safety belt/shoulder harness fastened?
Safety belts during takeoff, landing, and en route
Harness during takeoff and landing
Unless each occupant is provided with supplemental oxygen, no person may operate a civilian aircraft os U.S> registry above the maximum cabin pressure altitude of
15,000 feet MSL
VFR flight in controlled airspace above 1,200 feet AGl and below 10,000 feet MSL requires a minimum visibility and vertical cloud clearance of
3 miles, and 500 feet below, or 1,000 feet above the clouds in controlled airspace
