FTG - General Flashcards
For admission to a flight test the student needs a letter signed by a qualified instructor dated within 30 days of the flight test stating that … (4 things)
- Training for all exercises in the Flight Training Manual and Flight Instructor Guide have been completed
- A simulated flight test was done and passed
- Candidate is considered to have reached a sufficient level of competency to pass the PPL flight test
- The instructor recommends the candidate for the flight test.
How many days after a partialed flight test do you have to retake the flight test?
30 days
Incomplete flight test, info only
If the test is not completed due to circumstances beyond the candidate’s control, the subsequent flight test will include the flight test items not completed on the original flight test and will be completed within the 30 days of the original letter of recommendation.
The following process will apply:
* a copy of the flight test report must be given to the candidate;
* the flight test may be completed at a later date;
* the original letter of recommendation remains valid;
* flight test items already assessed will not be re-tested, but items already demonstrated during the initial flight, and repeated for the purpose of the second flight, may be re-assessed as “1” if the aim
is not achieved;
* the original flight test report may be used to complete the test;
If the initial flight test included one or two failed air items, the partial flight test for these may be conducted during the subsequent flight test flight, after the candidate has completed all of the required items,
provided:
* the minimum pass mark has been achieved prior to beginning the retest of any previously failed items;
* no additional items were failed during the subsequent flight test; and
* a letter of recommendation for the partial flight test was received prior to the flight.
The failure of any ground item requires a…?
complete re-test and precludes (stops from happening) the air portion of the flight test.
Ground items are not eligible for a partial flight test.
The failure of one or two air items will require a _ _ _ flight test on those items, and the failure of a third air item will require a _ _
The failure of one or two air items will require a partial flight test on those items, and the failure of a third air item will require a complete re-test.
On a PPL flight test more than 5 combined flight test items assessed as either “1” and/or “2” constitutes failure of the flight test and will require a…?
Complete re-test
The examiner will stop a test, assess it “1”, and a complete re-test will be required if the candidate jeopardizes safety by:
- displaying unsafe or dangerous flying that is not linked to a lack of proficiency or training; or
- demonstrating a pattern of failing to use proper visual scanning techniques to check for traffic before and while performing visual manoeuvres.
What are the requirements to get a partial re-test instead of a complete re-test?
- You got the minimum pass score
- Failed no more than two flight test items
- You have not more than 5 items assessed as a 1 or 2
You can then do a partial re-test on the items assessed as a 1
*Also need a new letter of recommend for the partial test dated within 30 days of the last flight test. If you fail the partial, you need to do a complete-retest
What is the definition of ‘air item’?
‘air items’ are tasks or manoeuvres performed with the aircraft, including the pre-flight inspection, start- up, run-up, taxiing, and emergency procedures.
What is the definition of ‘flight test item’?
means a task, manoeuvre or exercise listed on the flight test report
What situation on a flight test will result in a failed test and requite a complete re-test?
- Any failed ground item
- You don’t get the necessary 62 points (50%)
- You have more than 5 flight test items assessed at a 1 or 2
- Display unsafe or dangerous behaviour that is not linked to a skill, lack of training or proficiency;
- demonstrated pattern of failing to use proper visual scanning techniques
- a partial flight test is not completed within 30 days of the date of the failed flight test
- failure of more than two air items during a complete flight test
‘Flight management’ for the purpose of a flight test refers to the effective use of all available resources, including…?
working with such groups as dispatchers, other crewmembers, maintenance personnel, and air traffic controllers.
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Not a question, just info
(a) anticipates threats far enough in advance to avoid crisis reaction
(b) uses effective decision-making process
(c) makes appropriate inquiries
(d) prioritizes tasks to gain maximum information input for decisions
(e) makes effective use of all available resources to make decisions
(f) considers “downstream” consequences of the decision being considered
Situational Awareness
Not a question, just info
(a) actively monitors weather, aircraft systems, instruments, ATC communications
(b) avoids “tunnel vision” - awareness that factors such as stress can reduce vigilance
(c) stays “ahead of the aircraft” in preparing for expected or contingency situations
(d) remains alert to detect subtle changes in the environment
Communication
Not a question, just info
(a) provides thorough briefings
(b) asks for information and advice
(c) communicates decisions clearly
(d) asserts one’s position appropriately
Workload Management
Not a question, just info
(a) organizes cockpit resources well
(b) manages errors effectively
(c) recognizes overload in self
(d) eliminates distractions during high workload situations
(e) maintains ability to adapt during high workload situations
The candidate’s airmanship will be assessed along with other factors in determining the mark awarded foreach item. Aitmanship items include:
- looking out for other aircraft
- use of checklists
- consideration for other aircraft on the ground and in the air
- choice of run-up areas
- choice of runways
- clearing the engine during prolonged glides
The candidate will be expected to demonstrate good airmanship and complete accurate checks on a continuing basis and demonstrate the smooth and coordinated use of flight and power controls
What is a minor error?
A minor error is an action or inaction that is inconsequential to the completion of a task, procedure or manoeuvre, even if certain elements of the performance vary from the recommended best practices.
What is a major error?
A major error is an action or inaction that can lead to an undesired aircraft state or a reduced safety
margin, if improperly managed; or
an error that does not lead to a safety risk, but detracts measurably from the successful achievement of the defined aim of a sequence/item:
What is a critical error?
A critical error is an action, inaction that is mismanaged and consequently leads to an undesired aircraft state or compromises safety such as:
* Non-compliance with CARS or non-adherence to mandated standard operating procedures;
* Repeated improper error management or uncorrected and unrecognized threats that risk putting the aircraft in an undesired state; or
* Repeated major errors or the non-performance of elements prescribed in the Performance Criteria
that are essential to achieving the Aim of a test sequence/item.
What is the difference between an error and a deviation on a flight test item?
Error: means an action or inaction by the flight crew that leads to a variance from operational or flight crew intentions or expectations.
Deviation: means a variance in precision with respect to a specified limit published for a test
sequence/item, as a result of pilot error or faulty handing of the aircraft.
Difference between minor, major, and critical deviations
Minor Deviation
A minor deviation is a deviation that does not exceed a specified limit:
Major Deviation
A major deviation is a deviation that exceeds a specified limit or repeated minor deviations without achieving stability.
Critical Deviation
A critical deviation is a major deviation that is repeated, excessive or not corrected, such as:
* Repeated non-adherence to specified limits;
* Not identifying and correcting major deviations; or
* More than doubling the specified value of a limit.
Marking system
Not question, just info
4: Performance is well executed considering existing conditions
3: Performance is observed to include minor errors
2: Performance is observed to include major errors
1: Performance is observed to include critical errors or the Aim (objective) of the test sequence/item is not
achieved
The accuracy of lateral positioning on the runway during takeoffs and landings will be assessed in accordance with the following criteria:
4 – The fuselage remains over the centerline of the runway/landing surface;
3 – The wing remains over the centerline of the runway/landing surface;
2 – The aeroplane is at or drifts to a position where the centerline of the runway/landing surface is
beyond the wing tip;
1 – The aeroplane’s longitudinal axis is at or drifts to more than halfway from the centerline of the
runway/landing surface towards the edge of the pavement/prepared surface.
