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General Operations Manual Flashcards

1
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1. When Operational Bulletins cancelled?

A

When the policy or procedure has been incorporated into the Gerneral Operations Manual

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  1. Where can the FAA office that oversees the operating certificate be found?
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Houston TX; FSDO

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  1. Does permit a pilot to hold an outside aviation related job?
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Pilot shall report flight time for all commercial flying activites. CFI

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  1. What is the dress code?
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Uniform directed by and or approved by Chief Pilot or Director of Operations

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  1. What is the maximum blood alcohol level allowed under the Drug and Alcohol use policy?
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0.04

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  1. When a Ramp Check is being performed by the FAA is the flight crew required to adhere to all requests made by the inspector?
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Yes; properly identification.

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  1. When should your passport be renewed?
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Aprox 12 months prior to expiration

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  1. What is the definition of Operational Control?
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The exercise of authority over; initiaitng; conducting or terminating a flight.

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  1. Does GCA share operational control with another entity or party?
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No

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  1. Who is authorized to exercise operational control over a flight?
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Director Of Operations; Chief Pilot and OCC members

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  1. Can the PIC exercise operational control? If so; what are the procedures?
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Yes; but need to complete a training and passing a written test 5.10; Receiving a request directly from a customer on that specific trip.

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  1. Under what conditions can the PIC divert a flight?
A

Flight Customer Request
Safety Of Flight

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  1. Can operational control authority be transferred to an aircraft owner for a specific flight?
A

No. 5.29

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14
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  1. After donating blood how long must a crewmember wait before returning to flight duty?
A

72 hours

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  1. During an RON away from the home base; during what hours must the crew be ready to depart within 2 hours?
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08:00 - 17:00 LT
Available for departure within two houes of being notified.

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  1. How many rest periods are required per quarter?
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13 rest periods

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  1. Can a passenger bring their own medical oxygen on a flight?
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Yes; but need aproval of the Director Of Operations or President of the Company

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  1. Can a handicapped person be seated next to an emergency exit?
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No. 7.8

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  1. What are the restrictions regarding crew meals?
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when in-flight meals are provided; only one pilot in the cockpit will eat at a time and should not eat within thrity minutes of each other. Crew meals will only be consumed during cruise phase of the flight;

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  1. Is it permissible to send Company or Operational related messages with a cell phone during taxi?
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No

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  1. After scuba diving how long should a crewmember wait before returning to flight duty?
A

24 hours

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  1. What is the definition of a Mountainous Airport?
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Airport having terrain that rises 5.000ft or more above the airport elevation within 25NM

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  1. Where are the weather minimums for certain mountainous airports located?
A

GOM 8.9

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  1. What is the maximum wind speed allowed by GCA for takeoff?
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20 Knots

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  1. When is a takeoff alternate required?
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If the weather at the departure airport is below published landing minimums.

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  1. What is the recommended distance from the departure airport to a departure alternate for the type of aircraft you are going to operate?
A

HDJT 350NM

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  1. Is an alternate airport required to be filed on every IFR flight?
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Always; unless need it.
- if destination airport has only one runway
1. Ceiling +1500 feet lowest circling app MDA
2. 1.500 feet above the lowest published minimum or 2.000 feet above airport elevation; wichever is higher.
3. Visibility forecast 3 miles or 2 miles more than the lowest applicable visibility minimuns for the IAP to be used.

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  1. What are the airport requirements for it to be used as an alternate airport?
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WX as C055 – Alternate Airport IFR Weather Minimums
One suitable navaid 400ft – 1SM
Two suitable navaid 200ft – ½ SM

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  1. When would you declare a Minimum Fuel advisory to ATC?
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When aircraft fuel has reached a state where; upon reaching the destination; it can accept little ot no delay.
Recommended 600; Declated Minimum 500; Declated Emergency 400

30
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  1. What is the recommended arrival fuel for the aircraft being flown?
A

600 lbs

31
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  1. Would the PIC or SIC complete a Safety and Hazard Report if an engine driven generator failure occurred?
A

Yes within 48 hours. Any situation or condition that could have or did lead to injury to any person or damage to any property

32
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  1. If an interruption occurs during the execution of a checklist can the crew resume the checklist at the point which the interruption occurred?
A

No; must be done again. Entire Checklist

33
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  1. When should a crew report for duty?
A

Any work; wheter flight related or not; for the company.

34
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  1. Can the aircraft be fueled with passengers on-board?
A

Yes; providing:
1. one crewmember must be present at the aircraft.
2. Communication with the person performing the fueling is established
3. Fire extinguisher is readily available for use by crewmember
4. Passengers are briefed to remain on board the aircraft until fueling is complete.

35
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  1. Who is responsible for ensuring that the routing received in the ATC clearance is properly inserted into the FMS?
A

PIC but can be delagated to the SIC. 9.12

36
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  1. What is the procedure to receive an IFR clearance at airports where there is no operating control tower or communications link to ATC?
A
  1. By direct telephone contact with an appropiate ATC Facility or via a Flight Service Station.
  2. Becoming Airborne in accordance with OPSPECS C077:
    - Visibility +2 miles
    - Ceiling +1.000ft
    - Cloud Clearance FAR91.155
    - Remain VMC
    Between 50NM from the departure airport.
37
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  1. While operating into an airport without ATC facilities when can an IFR flight plan be cancelled?
A

Contacting appropiate FSS or ATC facility via telephone or radio
OPSPECS C077:
- Ceiling +1.000ft
- Cloud Clearance FAR91.155; 129; 130; 131
-Direct communication that can provide pertinent info regarding conditions on the ground and around the landing area and the flight within 10 NM
- Visual reference

38
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  1. Can you takeoff or land with braking action reported as NIL?
A

No

39
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  1. GCA does not have an approved di-icing program. Can GCA utilize de-icing fluid to remove ice or snow from the aircraft surfaces?
A

Yes*

40
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  1. When must a pre-takeoff contamination check be performed?
A

Operating in ground icing conditions and performed within five minutes before take-off. Observe visible surface from the cockpit seat

41
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  1. Can a passenger board an aircraft without a crewmember being stationed at the aircraft?
A

No. Comply with TSA requierments.

42
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  1. If a passenger has a concealed handgun permit can that passenger carry his/her handgun of a GCA flight?
A

No; it must be:
- Unloaded
- Carried in a baggage area that is not accessible to passengers while in flight
- Secure with a trigger lock.

43
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  1. Is the taxi clearance required to be written down prior to taxi?
A

Yes; by the PM. And need to verify; brief and ensure that both understand the expected taxi route.

44
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  1. What is the recommended taxi speed?
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20 kts in straight line
10 kts in turns
10 kts parking ramp areas

45
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  1. What are the standard take-off weather minima?
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1 mile or RVR5000 c057

46
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  1. What is meant by the phrase “Standard GCA Briefing?”
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  • PM callouts as SOP
  • Prior to 80 kts identify failure and callout clarity and brevity
  • if RTO; PF will execute and PM wings level and advise ATC
  • EO near V1 continue take off by PF
    -Under positive control at a safe altitue (afm) PF will call for checklist
47
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  1. What is the lateral separation for thunderstorm avoidance?
A

Abode 20.000ft - 20 miles
Bellow 20.000ft - 10 miles

48
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  1. Is it permissible to land when freezing drizzle is being reported?
A

Yes; unless it is (+) heavy intensity

49
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  1. When will GCA crews use automation?
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At the most appropiate to enhance the prorities of safety; passenger confort and efficiency.
- High density traffic areas
- Anytime cockpit workload may cause the PF to be distracted from safely flying
- An isntrument approach is conducted

50
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  1. What is the minimum electrical charge for an EFB prior to flight?
A

50%

51
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  1. Who is responsible for ensuring each crewmember’s EFB is suitable for flight?
A

PIC

52
Q
  1. For overwater flights what equipment is required to be on-board the aircraft?
A

Lifevest and raft; FAR 135.167. 50NM Offshore point of land

53
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  1. What is considered a stabilized approach?
A

Aircraft is 1000ft AFE (500ft VFR):
- Gear down
- Flaps in landing configuration
- Speed VREF to VREF +5 (or speed as dictated by the AFM for the existing wind/weather conditions
- All checklist are complete

54
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  1. Is a RAIM check required prior to operation over a Q Route?
A

Yes; RNAV 1 (Q&T); STAR; SID/DP; GPS App.

55
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  1. Is the use of VNAV allowed for non-ILS approaches?
A

VNAV in instrument approaches is permiteed provided the aircraft is appropiately equipped and all procedures in the AFM are followed. OPSSPECS C073

56
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  1. Does GCA conduct LAHSO operations?
A

No

57
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  1. Are aircraft post-flight inspections required?
A

Yes
- All discrepancies are recorded SQ-1 and maintenance staff alerted
- Applicable items on the flight manifest completed
- Fueling records; manifest; w&b and other crew admin documents are put together in trip folder and turned into ops.
- Documents reviewed and signed
- PIC will ensure thorough interior and exterior inspection is completed in order to check for damage or inoperative systems.

58
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  1. When a flight is diverted who does the PIC contact?
A

Operational Control:
- Director of Operation
- Chief Pilot
- OCC

59
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  1. What is meant by “Guarding Critical Systems?”
A

PF will guard critical operating systems to ensure they are not inadvertently shut down or disable:
- Operating engine throtle
- Operating generator
- Operating engine fuel supply
- Any other operating system needed for continued flight of the aircraft

60
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  1. What “phraseology” should be used to order an aircraft evacuation?
A

EVACUATE; EVACUATE; EVACUATE.
If not required; the command remain seated will be given by the flight crew

61
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  1. What is the AMVER system?
A

Automated Merchant Vessel Report System; Every merchant vessel on the north atlantic has filed a sail plan with a computer in NY giving the intended route; speed; etc.
Expedite the diversion of a seagoing vessel to the area

62
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  1. What is the procedure for handling a passenger medical emergency?
A

NAME?

63
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  1. If a passenger dies in-flight where should the PIC land the aircraft?
A

In the nearest suitable airport where medical assistance can be obtained

64
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  1. If a passenger becomes ill on an international flight what notifications; if any; should the PIC make?
A

Notify the company and the appropiate immigration agency (If possible) aporx 2 hours prior to arrival.

65
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  1. Who is the In-Flight Security Coordinator?
A

The PIC

66
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  1. Describe GCA ’s aircraft security policies?
A
  1. Volato aircraft unattended by Volato personnel must have their doors secured; preferably with security tape; and should be parked in areas not conducive to vandalism or sabotage. Additionally; to preclude the possibility of accidental damage by vehicles or taxiing aircraft; Volato aircraft should be positioned in well-lighted areas and/or in areas where they are clearly visible. If local conditions require enhanced security; experienced personnel should be retained.
  2. Complete interior and exterior inspections should be made prior to each new complete start-up cycle of an unattended aircraft.
  3. When the aircraft doors are open; the aircraft shall not be out of visual range of a Volato Aircraft Technician or crewmember.
  4. When the aircraft is being serviced; at least one Volato Aircraft Technician or crewmember shall be in the immediate vicinity.
  5. When operating an aircraft APU; a crewmember or Volato Aircraft Technician shall be in the aircraft or in the immediate vicinity.
  6. When airport security is limited and/or suspect; the PIC must ensure the aircraft is airworthy prior to departure. Measures to consider include; but are not limited to locking all doors; emergency exits; fueling panels; maintenance access doors; arming security devices; taping cabinets and access panels; and; disconnecting batteries and start connectors;
  7. Any maintenance or line personnel not associated with Volato who board the aircraft should be accompanied by a crewmember.
  8. Crewmembers should monitor all fueling. If malicious intent is suspected; crewmembers should determine; either directly from the truck pump or from fuel samples taken by the FBO; that the fuel is pure; and
  9. When operating away from Volato facilities; crewmembers should always leave a local contact telephone numberwiththeFBO.
67
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  1. What is the purpose of Hazard Identification?
A

Proactively identify and address potential deficiencies in safety management. Reactive; predictive and proactive in identifying hazard and risk.

68
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  1. What is GCA ’s policy regarding risk mitigation and reduction?
A

Need to perform a Risk analysis for each flight when any condition exist described on GOM 8.3 Flight Risk Assesment

69
Q
  1. When should a safety or hazard report be completed?
A
  1. Any time an emergency was declared or existed
  2. Any time severe icing or turbulence is encountered
  3. Any time there is a flight delay or cancellation that results in a crew or maintenance related problem
  4. Any time the PIC deviates from this manual; the AFM or the FARs under his/her emergency authority
  5. Any time an aircraft malfunction or failure occurs which should have or did in fact cause concern for the safety of flight (to include engine failure or engine shutdown)
  6. Any time any aspect of the operation (scheduling; SOP; airport facilities conditions; etc.) causes concern for safety or professional accomplishment of the mission
  7. Any time a passenger request is denied by virtue of application of these Operations Manual policies; FARs or good judgment
  8. Any time a conflict or problem of any nature occurs with a passenger (injury; illness or misconduct) and
  9. Any time significant errors ormistakesoccur.
70
Q
  1. How does the PIC arrange for maintenance when away from home base?
A

Ensure that all personnel servicing the aircfraft away from the home base will have knowledge and training In the aicraft. If not; the PIC or his/her designee personally will assist in accordance with AFM.
All maintenance away from home base must be authorized by the director of maintenace.
Maintenance discrepancies occurring away from home base where adequate maintenance facilities for repair are not available shall be addressed using the APPROVED Minimum Equipment List (MEL) for the aircraft. The PIC will contact the Director of Maintenance or his/her designee for guidance. If the MEL is used; the PIC must further complete GCA Forms SQ-1 and MELT-1 as follows: (SQ-1)
• Check the box “Operations Continued Per MEL/CDL”
• In “Item No.” enter the MEL Chapter and Item Number
• Deferred by – PIC’s signature
• Certificate # - PIC’s certificate number
• Date – Enter the date
• Time – Enter the time (MELT-1) • Enter item deferred and MEL number
• Enter time and date andclassofMEL

71
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  1. How do you know if your EFB is current for all revisions?
A

Each EFB is tracjed by serial number and there is an administrator that install aproved software and revisions.

72
Q
  1. Can you fly while taking prescription medication?
A

No; unless if approved in writing by an Aviation Medical Examiner AME

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