IFR Theory Flashcards
Max speed for holding up to FL140 (CAT C)
230kts
Max speed for holding from FL140 to FL200
240kts
Max speed for holding above FL200
265kts
Max time outbound for a hold up to FL140
1 min or time limit specified on the chart
Max time outbound for a hold above FL140
1.5 min or time limit specified on the chart
Rate of turn allowed in a holding pattern
25° or rate one (whichever is the less)
What does the “DME Limit” mean in regards to holding patterns?
The DME distance at which to start turning onto the reciprocal track
What do you need in order to start a DME/GNSS Arrival?
- Database card must be current
- The VOR/NDB must not be capable of modification by the crew
- RAIM must be available
- The VOR/NDB must be used for lateral guidance
If RAIM is lost during a DME/GNSS Arrival, what must the pilot do?
Conduct a missed approach
If a DME slope takes a pilot OCTA, does he need to get clearance to re-enter CTA?
Yes
What does the term “cancellation of published speed restrictions” mean?
Cancellation of all speeds published on a SID/STAR
When will noise abatement not be a determining factor on RWY selection?
- When there’s low cloud, TS and poor visibility
- For a DRY RWY… if the XW is >20kts and the TW is >5kts
- For a WET RWY… if the XW is >20kts and there is a TW component
- When wind shear has been reported
- If safety is compromised for a particular aircraft
When can an aircraft descend below the LSALT/MSA?
- When visual by day
- When descending via the DME/GNSS steps
- When being cleared to fly an MVA
- When in the circling area
- When flying an instrument approach
CAT C Vat
121-140kts
CAT C Initial and Intermediate
160-240kts
CAT C Final
115-160kts
CAT C Circling
180kts
CAT C Missed Approach
240kts
What does the DA need to be adjusted to, in order to account for pressure error?
PEC for the aircraft type or +50ft to the DA
If there is a discrepancy b/w the altimeter and the final check height published on an ILS chart, what must the pilot do?
Carry out a missed approach
If the LOC or GS indicates a full-scale deflection at any time during the approach, what must the pilot do?
Carry out a missed approach
When is the ILS critical and sensitive areas NOT protected?
When cloud is >600ft and visibility >2000m
When is ONLY the ILS critical area protected, and what are the conditions?
- When cloud is <600ft but >CAT 1 minimums, and visibility is <2000m but >CAT 1 minimums
- The critical area is protected except…
- When a preceding aircraft enters the area while LDG or vacating the RWY
- When the aircraft has not reached the OM or 4nm yet
When is BOTH the ILS critical and sensitive areas protected, and what are the conditions?
- When cloud and visibility is