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First solo Flashcards

1
Q

If two aircraft are converging at about the same altitude, which aircraft gives way?

A

Aircraft give way to the right.

CAR 162

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2
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If two aircraft are approaching head-on with a danger of collision, what is the avoidance procedure?

A

Both aircraft alter their heading to the right.

CAR 162

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3
Q

If one aircraft is on final approach to land, and another is holding short for takeoff, which aircraft has right of way?

A

The aircraft on final approach.

CAR 162

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4
Q

On the ground, what is the meaning of a steady green light from the control tower?

A

Clear for takeoff if there is no risk of collision.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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5
Q

On the ground, what is the meaning of a steady red light from the control tower?

A

Stop.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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6
Q

On the ground, what is the meaning of a flashing green light from the control tower?

A

Clear to taxi.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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7
Q

On the ground, what is the meaning of a flashing red light from the control tower?

A

Taxi clear of landing area.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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8
Q

On the ground, what is the meaning of a flashing white light from the control tower?

A

Return to the starting point.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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9
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In flight, what is the meaning of a steady green light from the control tower?

A

Clear to land if there is no risk of collision.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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10
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In flight, what is the meaning of a steady red light from the control tower?

A

Do not land. Continue circling or go-around.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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11
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In flight, what is the meaning of a flashing green light from the control tower?

A

Return for landing.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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12
Q

In flight, what is the meaning of a flashing red light from the control tower?

A

Do not land. Aerodrome unsafe.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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13
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In flight, what is the meaning of a flashing white light from the control tower?

A

No significance.

AIP ENR 1.5-38

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14
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What is the meaning of this ground signal (dumbbell)?

A

Use hard surface runways and taxiways only.

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15
Q

In flight, what is the meaning of this ground signal (white cross) adjacent to the wind direction indicator?

A

Do not land. Aerodrome unserviceable.

AIP ENR 1.5-39

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16
Q

What is the meaning of this ground signal (double white cross)?

A

Gliding operations in progress.

AIP ENR 1.5-39

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17
Q

On the ground, what is the meaning of this ground signal on a movement area?

A

Unfit for use by aircraft.

AIP ENR 1.5-39

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18
Q

What do these cones indicate?

A

Unservicable sections of a movement area.

AIP AD 1.1-3 ¶3.3.1

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19
Q

Define QNH.

A

The atmospheric pressure corresponding to mean sea level at a given location.

AIP GEN 2.2-17

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20
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Who is responsible for maintaining separation from other aircraft?

A

The pilot.

CAR 163(A)

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21
Q

What radio call is given in Class D airspace prior to takeoff?

A

[location] Tower, [callsign], ready.

AIP ENR 1.1-41 ¶31

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22
Q

What is the minimum height at which an aircraft may change heading following departure?

A

At 500’ AGL, unless directed otherwise by ATC, or unless necessary to avoid terrain.

CAR 166

23
Q

When is a right hand turn permitted following takeoff?

A

At a controlled aerodrome; when directed by ATC or on right parallel runways.

At a non-controlled aerodrome; when published as right-hand circuits, or on reaching a height 1500’ AGL, or at a distance of 3nm from the aerodrome.

AIP ENR 1.1-7 ¶4.7
AIP ENR 1.1-57 ¶52.1.1
AIP ENR 1.1-35 ¶25.8

24
Q

What administrative post-flight action must a pilot take if the aircraft develops a defect or damage (sustained or suspected).

A

Report incident to aircraft owner, operator, or licenced engineer. Endorse the maintenance release. Incident or accident report as necessary.

AIP ENR 1.14 pp1-3

25
Q

What instruments are essential for VFR flight?

A

Compass, altimeter, airspeed indicator and timepiece.

CAO 20.18

26
Q

What does this ground marking indicate?

A

A holding point.

AIP AD 1.1-10 ¶3.8.4

27
Q

Describe a radio listening watch.

A

Relevant radio frequencies should be monitored from the parking position before taxi and flight, to the final parking position following flight and taxi.

28
Q

During what type of flights is it prohibited to carry passengers?

A
  1. Practice for the issue of a RPL.
  2. Practice of emergency procedures.
  3. Low flying practice.
  4. Testing of an aircraft.

CAR 249

29
Q

When would a pilot need to submit and incident report?

A
  1. If the aircraft becomes damaged, or a passenger suffers an injury.
  2. If the aircraft is unable to complete the scheduled flight (forced landing, precautionary landing, weather).
  3. The position of the aircraft becomes unknown.
  4. The safety of the aircraft or passengers is compromised.

AIP ENR 1.14 pp1-3

30
Q

What requirements apply to VFR flights below 2000’ AGL?

A

Navigation must be by visual reference to the ground or water. No flight above clouds.

AIP ENR 1.2-1 ¶1.1

31
Q

State the actions required in the event of a radio failure.

A
  1. Keep a lookout and separation from other aircraft.
  2. Check switches in correct position.
  3. Check jacks are secure.
  4. Try another frequency.
  5. (Continue approach and look for lights from Tower.)
  6. Keep a good lookout and land when safe.

ERSA

32
Q

Describe a go-around procedure.

A
  1. Apply full throttle.
  2. Adopt climb attitude while retracting flaps in stages.
  3. Maintain lookout for other traffic.
  4. Conduct radio call.

AIP ENR 1.1-39 ¶28.9

33
Q

What is a NOTAM?

A

Notice to Airmen. It provides information or instructions regarding an aerodrome’s condition, facilities, procedures or hazards.

AIP GEN 2.2-16

34
Q

What is the law surrounding drugs and alcohol whilst flying?

A

Cannot be under the influence of any drug or alcohol whilst flying. Cannot have consumed alcohol 8 hours prior to flying. Any drugs must be confirmed with a DAME before performing duties as a pilot.

CAR 256

35
Q

State the actions required should the voltage light illuminate.

A
  1. Turn off radios and electrics.
  2. Reset the voltage regulator by toggling the master switches.
  3. Check circuit breakers.

POH

36
Q

How many hours is a student pilot permitted to fly solo without a dual check?

A

3 hours

CAR 5.70

37
Q

How long is a pilot licence and medical valid?

A

A licence is valid with a current medical. Medicals must be renewed every four years (every two years over the age of 40).

CAR 6.14

38
Q

What are the maximum permissible RPM drops in a magneto check?

A

Maximum drop: 125 RPM
Maximum difference: 50 RPM

POH

39
Q

State the motion and axis for deflection of the following:

  1. Elevator
  2. Aileron
  3. Rudder
A
  1. Pitch; lateral axis
  2. Roll; longitudinal axis
  3. Yaw; normal axis
40
Q

What are the symptoms and recovery from a spiral dive?

A

Symptoms:

  1. Increasing airspeed
  2. Rapidy decreasing altitude
  3. Increasing G loads

Recovery:

  1. Reduce power
  2. Roll wings level with coordinated rudder
  3. Apply backpressure to ease out of dive
41
Q

Explain the effects of slipstream.

A

The ailerons will be less effective than the rudder or elevator, and the aircraft will have the tendency to yaw left (especially during application of high power at low airspeed).

42
Q

What is the component of the total reaction acting at right angles to the relative airflow?

A

The force of lift.

43
Q

What defines the angle of attack?

A

The angle between relative airflow and the chord line.

44
Q

Level flight at a lower airspeed requires what aerodynamic adjustment?

A

A higher nose attitude (increased angle of attack).

45
Q

Increasing the angle of attack past the stalling angle will have what effect on lift and drag?

A

Reduced lift and increased drag.

Increasing the angle of attack through the stall angle results in disrupted airflow over the aerofoil, dramatically decreasing the amount of lift produced. Drag continues to increase as the wing exposes more area to airflow.

46
Q

Why is level flight not possible at speeds below the stalling speed?

A

The maximum lift force available is less than the weight force.

47
Q

The stalling angle of attack occurs when:

  1. Drag is at its maximum
  2. Lift is at its minimum
  3. Drag is at its minimum
  4. Lift is at its maximum
A
  1. Lift is at its maximum
48
Q

Explain the effect of ‘weather cocking’.

A

When taxiing or in flight, the aircraft will have the tendency to yaw into the wind. A left crosswind for example will naturally tend towards a left yaw.

49
Q

Explain the difference between ground speed (GS), true airspeed (TAS) and indicated airspeed (IAS).

A

GS is the speed an aircraft travels with reference to the ground.

TAS is the speed of an aircraft traveling through the air.

IAS is the reading on the airspeed indicatior. It does not adjust for temperature and pressure, and thus is only accurate at sea level under ISA conditions. It will under-read as altitude increases above ISA.

50
Q

What would be the effect on IAS and rate of descent if an aircraft experienced a sudden decrease in headwind on an approach?

A

IAS would decrease; rate of descent would increase.

This is a wind shear problem. If the aircraft is configured for a particular descent and the conditions change suddenly, the aircraft will experience a rapid change in lift. Decreased headwind will result in a decreased IAS and loss of lift results in an increased rate of descent.

51
Q

What effect does flap have on angle and rate of climb and descent?

A

Decreased angle and rate of climb.

Increased angle and rate of descent.

52
Q

What effect does headwind have on angle and rate of climb and descent?

A

Increased angle of climb only.

Increased angle of descent only.

53
Q

What effect does weight have on angle and rate of climb and descent?

A

Decreased angle and rate of climb.

Increased rate of descent only.

Aviation (3 decks)

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