Icao 5 Flashcards
When do pilots need to perform an emergency landing?
Pilots need to perform an emergency landing When the aircraft loses both engines, in case of hydraulic loss, total electrical failure or any situation which makes it difficult to keep flying
What will communications between pilots and air traffic controllers be like in ten years?
I believe the communications bettween pilots and air traffic controllers will be almost the same, using text messages via Datalink for routine communications and voice for non-routine situations. In countries where they don´t use text messages, it will be adopted to reduce the congestion in the frequencies. This system will take place more and more around the world.
What recommendations did your flight intructor give you before your first check ride?
My flight instructor told me to concentrate on the flight and to apply everything I´ve learned during my training. Also recommended me to get calm and focused because I was ready for the check ride.
What Weather conditions can cause problems to aircraft in flight?
Hail Storm and Icing conditions can cause serious problems in flight and there are also some natural phenomena which can cause serious damages to the aircraft, sandstorm and volcanic ash can lead even to a fatal accident.
What needs to be considered by pilots before performing na emergency evacuation?
Pilots need to consider mainly the area where they performed an emergency or forced landing. If the emergency landing is performed on the rwy, it´s completely importante to consider the best side to inform the crew and start the evacuation immediately, specially if there´s fire. But if the forced landing is performed on a field out of the airport or even a ditching, pilots must consider not only the best side to start the evacuation, but also the best doors (rear or main doors) and in case of ditching, consider the overwing exit doors and the rafts to accomodate all the passengers.
How do pilots handle in-flight emergencies?
Basically pilots handle in-flight emergencies follwing standard procedures as quick as possible, applying memory items and descending to the nearest suitable airport for assistance.
What has changed in the Brazilian aviation industry in the last 10 years?
When we mention about Brazilian Aviation Industry we think about an instable scenario. The one which has been changing constantly positively and negatively.
In the last ten years, brazilian could see many changes like Embraer manufacturer having a joint venture with the Giant Boeing; Some Airlines expanding and Other bankrupting, crew members being hired and some dismissed; the training programs for inicial pilots getting a boom and suddenly collapsing and inumerous airliners getting away from Brazil looking for a chance abroad. It has changed quite a lot in the last ten years.
How can airport authorities make runway safety higher?
First of all runway safety is beyond airport authorities. Airlines should also provide safety measures, as much as staff and crew members. Basically airports have to keep any hazards away from the runways, for example checking for debris regulary, providing fences and walls around the airport´s area, taking special care of the runway pavement and supllying the ground staff with necessary training consequently avoiding runway incursions caused by their own negligence.
In your opinion, what can Airlines do to improve the pilot´s working conditions?
There are many ways to improve the pilot’s working conditions, such as An important thing is the comfort provided by standard hotels and enought overnight time. Pilots have to sleep some hours in order to get over energy to perform the second leg of long-haul flights. Moreover one of the most important things is the layover time, when pilots have the chance of spending some days with their families. And Finally Their flight schedules should be revised.
In your opinion, what has been the impact of crew resource management on flight safety?
As far as I’m concerned CRM has been a positive impact on flight safety. Considering the crew members, along the years working under CRM philosophy, they´ve learned how to work as a team, to share the workload, also contributing for a better interaction on board and finally for the extension of the standard operations
In take off roll, how do pilots know it´s time to lift off?
During all the take off roll, pilots must watch all the instruments showing the speed, engine parameters and the necessary information for take off. The lift off moment comes when the ideal pitch is adjusted to the ideal take off roll speed.
How do pilots determine V1, V2 speeds and the rotation moment?
Every kind of aircraft has its particular take off weight, the runways have their particular lenght and every day we have some different temperature to be considered. All of these factors calculated together contribute for the adjustment of V1, V2 and the rotation moment.
What is the most difficult phase of a flight? Why?
The most difficult phase of a flight is the take off because if it happens a problem to the aircraft and it won´t have enough thrust to continue climbing it´s much more likely an accident happens, specially if the pilots are unable to come back to the airport for assistance.
Who was your best flight instructor and why?
My best flight instructor was my flight simulator one because he was considerate and could teach everything clearly, making me to understand mostly of all the procedures without difficulties. All the lessons were pleasant and I could enjoy them very well.
What are the pilots responsibilities during cruise flight?
Basically the pilots are responsible for monitoring the equipments and keeping alert for any kind of situation which may happen in this phase of flight in order to react immediately avoiding an accident.
