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