Flight Operations Flashcards
During preflight in cold weather, crankcase breather lines should receive special attention because they are susceptible to being clogged by
ice from crankcase vapors that have condensed and subsequently frozen.
Which is true regarding preheating an aircraft during cold weather operations?
The cabin area as well as the engine should be preheated.
With regard to the technique required for a crosswind correction on takeoff, a pilot should use
rudder as required to maintain directional control, aileron pressure into the wind, and higher than normal lift-off airspeed in both conventional- and nosewheel-type airplanes.
While taxiing a light, high-wing airplane during strong quartering tailwinds, the aileron control should be positioned
opposite the direction from which the wind is blowing.
Pilots are required to have the anti-collision light system operating
during all types of operations, both day and night.
Which is the best technique for minimizing the wing-load factor when flying in severe turbulence?
Set power and trim to obtain an airspeed at or below maneuvering speed, maintain wings level, and accept variations of airspeed and altitude.
When conducting a go-around, the pilot must be aware that
the airplane is trimmed for a power-off condition, and application of takeoff power will cause the nose to rise rapidly.
When diverting to an alternate airport because of an emergency, pilots should
apply rule-of-thumb computations, estimates, and other appropriate shortcuts to divert to the new course as soon as possible.
A pilot is entering an area where significant clear air turbulence has been reported. Which action is appropriate upon encountering the first ripple?
Adjust airspeed to that recommended for rough air. Va
Light beacons producing red flashes indicate
obstructions or areas considered hazardous to aerial navigation.
When operating VFR at night, what is the first indication of flying into restricted visibility conditions?
A gradual disappearance of lights on the ground.
While taxiing a light, high-wing airplane during strong quartering tailwinds, the aileron control should be positioned
opposite the direction from which the wind is blowing. (Tailwind = opposite)
After experiencing a powerplant failure at night, one of the primary considerations should include
planning the emergency approach and landing to an unlighted portion of an area.
Light beacons producing red flashes indicate
obstructions or areas considered hazardous to aerial navigation.
After experiencing a powerplant failure at night, one of the primary considerations should include
planning the emergency approach and landing to an unlighted portion of an area.
