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1
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What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a private pilot license?

A

17 years old

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What are the basic eligibility requirements for a private pilot?

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  • 17 years old
  • Speak, read, and understand English
  • Receive logbook acknowledgment
  • Pass knowledge test
  • Receive flight training and logbook endorsement for areas of operation
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What is the role of the FAA?

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Governs commercial and general aviation

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What does ACS stand for in the context of private pilot certification?

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Airmen Certification Standards

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What is the total flight time required for a private pilot license?

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35 hours of flight time

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6
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How many hours of dual flight training are needed for private pilot eligibility?

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20 hours of dual flight training

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What is the required cross-country flight time for a private pilot?

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One cross-country flight of at least 100 nautical miles, with three points of landing and one leg of at least 50 nautical miles

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What is the definition of ‘Angle of Attack’?

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The angle between the chord line and the relative wind

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What are the four basic forces acting on an aircraft?

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  • Lift
  • Weight
  • Drag
  • Thrust
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What is the purpose of the biannual flight review?

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To keep the pilot’s certificate valid

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11
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What is the significance of the ‘A TOMATO FLAMES’ acronym?

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It lists the required equipment for VFR flight

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12
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Fill in the blank: The maximum structural cruising speed is denoted as _______.

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Vno

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13
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What are the three classes of medical certification for pilots?

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  • First class
  • Second class
  • Third class
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True or False: A student pilot can act as pilot-in-command when carrying passengers.

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False

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What does ‘Vso’ represent in aviation terms?

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Stall speed in landing configuration (full flaps)

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What are the two types of drag experienced by aircraft?

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  • Induced drag
  • Parasite drag
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17
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What is meant by ‘Ground Effect’?

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A phenomenon that creates a cushioning effect when an aircraft is close to the ground

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18
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What does PHAK stand for?

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Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge

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19
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What is the function of the magneto in an aircraft engine?

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Provides the electrical spark for the spark plugs

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What is the required minimum equipment list (MEL) for an aircraft?

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A list of equipment that must be operational for the aircraft to be flown

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21
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What is the standard lapse rate in aviation?

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2°C per 1,000 feet

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22
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What are the two types of stability in aviation?

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  • Static stability
  • Dynamic stability
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What is the purpose of the Pitot Static system?

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Measures airspeed and altitude

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24
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What is the definition of ‘Hypoxia’?

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A condition resulting from insufficient oxygen in the body

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25
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What does ‘Vx’ represent in aviation?

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Best angle of climb speed

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What is the purpose of the cooling system in an aircraft engine?

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Lubricates and cools the engine

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What is a Service Bulletin?

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A recommendation for maintenance that is not mandatory

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What is the term for the angle at which an aircraft will stall?

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Critical Angle

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What is the purpose of the ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter)?

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To transmit a distress signal in the event of an emergency

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True or False: The pilot is the ultimate authority to decide whether to fly the aircraft.

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True

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31
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What does ‘AD’ stand for in aircraft maintenance?

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Airworthiness Directives

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What is the function of the throttle in an aircraft?

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Controls the power output of the engine

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33
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What does the acronym NWCRAFT stand for?

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  • NOTAMs
  • Weather
  • Crew considerations
  • Runway information
  • Alternatives
  • Fuel reserves
  • Takeoff and landing distances
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34
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What is the maximum crosswind component for the aircraft mentioned?

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15 knots

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What is the importance of logging maintenance in the aircraft logbook?

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Ensures compliance with maintenance regulations and safety standards

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36
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What is the significance of the ‘Four Step Checklist’ in aviation?

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Guides pilots through the process of ensuring aircraft airworthiness

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37
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What is the requirement for the Owner and Operator in aviation?

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To maintain the aircraft

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38
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Who can ensure it is safe to fly?

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The pilot

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39
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What is Part 43 related to in aviation?

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Preventative maintenance

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40
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Can a private pilot perform preventative maintenance?

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Yes, but not a student pilot

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41
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What must be done when maintenance is completed?

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Log it in the log book

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42
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What does MEL stand for?

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Minimum Equipment List

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What is KOEL?

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Kinds of Equipment List

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44
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What are the VFR DAY required instruments? (Initials)

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A, T, O, A, T, F, L, A, M, E, S

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What does the ‘A’ in VFR DAY instruments refer to?

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Airspeed

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What does ‘F’ stand for in VFR NIGHT instruments?

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Fuses / Circuit Breakers

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What is a Ferry Permit?

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Temporary Airworthiness Certificate

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What is Basic Empty Weight?

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The aircraft with no fuel and oil

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Define ‘Moment’ in aviation weight and balance.

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A force that causes rotation (in lbs)

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What does the formula w x a = m represent?

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Weight times arm equals moment

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51
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What does ‘CG’ stand for?

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Center of Gravity

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52
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What is the difference between Slide Slip and Forward Slip?

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Slide Slip maintains nose on runway, Forward Slip loses altitude quickly

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53
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What are the phases of a thunderstorm?

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Cumulus, Mature, Dissipating

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54
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What does radiation fog occur from?

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Clear calm nights

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55
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What is the effect of high density altitude?

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Issues across engine, wing, and propeller

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56
Q

What is the definition of Isobars?

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Lines of equal atmospheric pressure

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57
Q

What happens when cold and hot air masses collide?

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Formation of fronts

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58
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What is a Cold Front’s characteristic behavior?

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Moves like a snow plow, pushing warm air up

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59
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What is the worst type of front?

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Occluded Front

60
Q

What are the three types of icing?

A
  • Structural Icing
  • Instrument Icing
  • Induction Icing
61
Q

What does Airmet S stand for?

A

Mountain obscurations / IFR

62
Q

What is the purpose of a Flight Service Station?

A

To inform pilots of NOTAMs when opening a flight plan

63
Q

What does the acronym PAVE represent in risk management?

A

Personal minimums, Aircraft, enVironment, External pressures

64
Q

What should a pilot do when lost according to the 5 C’s?

A
  • Climb
  • Circle
  • Communicate
  • Confess
  • Conserve
65
Q

What is the VFR minimum visibility requirement for Class B airspace?

A

3 miles and clear of clouds

66
Q

What is the primary purpose of the NTSB?

A

To investigate aviation accidents

67
Q

What is hypoxia?

A

Lack of oxygen in the blood

68
Q

What does the acronym ADM stand for?

A

Aeronautical Decision Making

69
Q

What is the recommended action if an engine fails during night operations?

A

Try to land at a dark spot away from people

70
Q

What is the significance of the 30-minute rule for night vision?

A

Eyes take 30 minutes to adjust fully to darkness

71
Q

What is the VFR NAV LOG?

A

A navigation log for visual flight rules

72
Q

What does the acronym NWKRAFT stand for?

A
  • NOTAMS
  • WEATHER
  • Known ATC traffic delays
  • Alternate airports
  • Runway lengths
  • Fuel requirements
  • Take off and landing distances
73
Q

What is the purpose of a Diversion Checklist?

A

To manage a diversion from planned route due to weather or other factors

74
Q

What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a private pilot license?

A

17 years old

75
Q

What are the basic eligibility requirements for a private pilot?

A
  • 17 years old
  • Speak, read, and understand English
  • Receive logbook acknowledgment
  • Pass knowledge test
  • Receive flight training and logbook endorsement for areas of operation
76
Q

What is the role of the FAA?

A

Governs commercial and general aviation

77
Q

What does ACS stand for in the context of private pilot certification?

A

Airmen Certification Standards

78
Q

What is the total flight time required for a private pilot license?

A

35 hours of flight time

79
Q

How many hours of dual flight training are needed for private pilot eligibility?

A

20 hours of dual flight training

80
Q

What is the required cross-country flight time for a private pilot?

A

One cross-country flight of at least 100 nautical miles, with three points of landing and one leg of at least 50 nautical miles

81
Q

What is the definition of ‘Angle of Attack’?

A

The angle between the chord line and the relative wind

82
Q

What are the four basic forces acting on an aircraft?

A
  • Lift
  • Weight
  • Drag
  • Thrust
83
Q

What is the purpose of the biannual flight review?

A

To keep the pilot’s certificate valid

84
Q

What is the significance of the ‘A TOMATO FLAMES’ acronym?

A

It lists the required equipment for VFR flight

85
Q

Fill in the blank: The maximum structural cruising speed is denoted as _______.

A

Vno

86
Q

What are the three classes of medical certification for pilots?

A
  • First class
  • Second class
  • Third class
87
Q

True or False: A student pilot can act as pilot-in-command when carrying passengers.

A

False

88
Q

What does ‘Vso’ represent in aviation terms?

A

Stall speed in landing configuration (full flaps)

89
Q

What are the two types of drag experienced by aircraft?

A
  • Induced drag
  • Parasite drag
90
Q

What is meant by ‘Ground Effect’?

A

A phenomenon that creates a cushioning effect when an aircraft is close to the ground

91
Q

What does PHAK stand for?

A

Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge

92
Q

What is the function of the magneto in an aircraft engine?

A

Provides the electrical spark for the spark plugs

93
Q

What is the required minimum equipment list (MEL) for an aircraft?

A

A list of equipment that must be operational for the aircraft to be flown

94
Q

What is the standard lapse rate in aviation?

A

2°C per 1,000 feet

95
Q

What are the two types of stability in aviation?

A
  • Static stability
  • Dynamic stability
96
Q

What is the purpose of the Pitot Static system?

A

Measures airspeed and altitude

97
Q

What is the definition of ‘Hypoxia’?

A

A condition resulting from insufficient oxygen in the body

98
Q

What does ‘Vx’ represent in aviation?

A

Best angle of climb speed

99
Q

What is the purpose of the cooling system in an aircraft engine?

A

Lubricates and cools the engine

100
Q

What is a Service Bulletin?

A

A recommendation for maintenance that is not mandatory

101
Q

What is the term for the angle at which an aircraft will stall?

A

Critical Angle

102
Q

What is the purpose of the ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter)?

A

To transmit a distress signal in the event of an emergency

103
Q

True or False: The pilot is the ultimate authority to decide whether to fly the aircraft.

A

True

104
Q

What does ‘AD’ stand for in aircraft maintenance?

A

Airworthiness Directives

105
Q

What is the function of the throttle in an aircraft?

A

Controls the power output of the engine

106
Q

What does the acronym NWCRAFT stand for?

A
  • NOTAMs
  • Weather
  • Crew considerations
  • Runway information
  • Alternatives
  • Fuel reserves
  • Takeoff and landing distances
107
Q

What is the maximum crosswind component for the aircraft mentioned?

A

15 knots

108
Q

What is the importance of logging maintenance in the aircraft logbook?

A

Ensures compliance with maintenance regulations and safety standards

109
Q

What is the significance of the ‘Four Step Checklist’ in aviation?

A

Guides pilots through the process of ensuring aircraft airworthiness

110
Q

What is the requirement for the Owner and Operator in aviation?

A

To maintain the aircraft

111
Q

Who can ensure it is safe to fly?

A

The pilot

112
Q

What is Part 43 related to in aviation?

A

Preventative maintenance

113
Q

Can a private pilot perform preventative maintenance?

A

Yes, but not a student pilot

114
Q

What must be done when maintenance is completed?

A

Log it in the log book

115
Q

What does MEL stand for?

A

Minimum Equipment List

116
Q

What is KOEL?

A

Kinds of Equipment List

117
Q

What are the VFR DAY required instruments? (Initials)

A

A, T, O, A, T, F, L, A, M, E, S

118
Q

What does the ‘A’ in VFR DAY instruments refer to?

A

Airspeed

119
Q

What does ‘F’ stand for in VFR NIGHT instruments?

A

Fuses / Circuit Breakers

120
Q

What is a Ferry Permit?

A

Temporary Airworthiness Certificate

121
Q

What is Basic Empty Weight?

A

The aircraft with no fuel and oil

122
Q

Define ‘Moment’ in aviation weight and balance.

A

A force that causes rotation (in lbs)

123
Q

What does the formula w x a = m represent?

A

Weight times arm equals moment

124
Q

What does ‘CG’ stand for?

A

Center of Gravity

125
Q

What is the difference between Slide Slip and Forward Slip?

A

Slide Slip maintains nose on runway, Forward Slip loses altitude quickly

126
Q

What are the phases of a thunderstorm?

A

Cumulus, Mature, Dissipating

127
Q

What does radiation fog occur from?

A

Clear calm nights

128
Q

What is the effect of high density altitude?

A

Issues across engine, wing, and propeller

129
Q

What is the definition of Isobars?

A

Lines of equal atmospheric pressure

130
Q

What happens when cold and hot air masses collide?

A

Formation of fronts

131
Q

What is a Cold Front’s characteristic behavior?

A

Moves like a snow plow, pushing warm air up

132
Q

What is the worst type of front?

A

Occluded Front

133
Q

What are the three types of icing?

A
  • Structural Icing
  • Instrument Icing
  • Induction Icing
134
Q

What does Airmet S stand for?

A

Mountain obscurations / IFR

135
Q

What is the purpose of a Flight Service Station?

A

To inform pilots of NOTAMs when opening a flight plan

136
Q

What does the acronym PAVE represent in risk management?

A

Personal minimums, Aircraft, enVironment, External pressures

137
Q

What should a pilot do when lost according to the 5 C’s?

A
  • Climb
  • Circle
  • Communicate
  • Confess
  • Conserve
138
Q

What is the VFR minimum visibility requirement for Class B airspace?

A

3 miles and clear of clouds

139
Q

What is the primary purpose of the NTSB?

A

To investigate aviation accidents

140
Q

What is hypoxia?

A

Lack of oxygen in the blood

141
Q

What does the acronym ADM stand for?

A

Aeronautical Decision Making

142
Q

What is the recommended action if an engine fails during night operations?

A

Try to land at a dark spot away from people

143
Q

What is the significance of the 30-minute rule for night vision?

A

Eyes take 30 minutes to adjust fully to darkness

144
Q

What is the VFR NAV LOG?

A

A navigation log for visual flight rules

145
Q

What does the acronym NWKRAFT stand for?

A
  • NOTAMS
  • WEATHER
  • Known ATC traffic delays
  • Alternate airports
  • Runway lengths
  • Fuel requirements
  • Take off and landing distances
146
Q

What is the purpose of a Diversion Checklist?

A

To manage a diversion from planned route due to weather or other factors

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