Lesson 18 Flashcards

Question

What does FAR 91.15 state about dropping objects from an aircraft?

Answer 1

No PIC may allow objects to be dropped from an aircraft that create a hazard to persons or property. ## Footnote Exceptions apply if reasonable precautions are taken.

Answer 2

Crews cannot act within 8 hours after consuming alcohol, while under the influence, or with a BAC of 0.04 or greater. ## Footnote They also cannot use drugs that impair safety.

Answer 3

Weather reports, fuel requirements, alternate airports, runway lengths, traffic delays, and NOTAMs. ## Footnote This is known as RAWFAT.

Answer 4

The PIC must ensure everyone knows how to use their seatbelt and that they are worn during ground taxiing, takeoff, and landing. ## Footnote Children under 2 may be held on the lap.

Answer 5

No person may operate an aircraft close enough to create a collision hazard. ## Footnote Formation flight requires arrangement with other PICs.

Answer 6

Aircraft in distress have the right-of-way over all others; the aircraft to the right has the right-of-way when converging. ## Footnote Different categories of aircraft have specific right-of-way rules.

Answer 7

1,000 ft over congested areas and 500 ft AGL over other areas, with exceptions for helicopters and other specific operations. ## Footnote Emergency landings must also be considered.

Answer 8

Pilots must not deviate from ATC clearance unless amended clearance is obtained, an emergency exists, or in response to a traffic alert. ## Footnote Deviations must be reported to ATC as soon as possible.

Answer 9

Special VFR requires ATC clearance and must remain clear of clouds. ## Footnote It allows operations below standard weather minimums.

Answer 10

Current Airworthiness Certificate and U.S. Registration Certificate must be displayed in the cabin or cockpit entrance. ## Footnote This ensures compliance with operational standards.

Answer 11

Instruments must include landing lights, anti-collision lights, position lights, and a source of power. ## Footnote Additional equipment is specified for different aircraft types.

Answer 12

Requirements for supplemental oxygen usage depend on altitude and duration of flight. ## Footnote Specific guidelines are provided based on flight conditions.

Answer 13

It identifies minimum equipment and conditions for an aircraft to maintain airworthiness while dealing with inoperative equipment. ## Footnote MELs must be approved by the FAA.

Answer 14

An approved MEL and a Letter of Authorization must be in place. ## Footnote This allows the aircraft to operate safely under specific conditions.

Answer 15

Annual inspections every 12 months, VOR checks every 30 days, and 100-hour inspections for hire or instruction. ## Footnote Specific conditions apply for exceeding inspection intervals.

Answer 16

Must be tested and inspected within previous 24 calendar months ## Footnote This is a regulatory requirement for aircraft maintenance.

Answer 17

Must be inspected every 12 calendar months ## Footnote Additional conditions apply if the ELT is used.

Answer 18

Any part for which a mandatory replacement limit is specified in the type design, the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, or the maintenance manual ## Footnote These limits are based on accumulated cycles or hours.

Answer 19

* Emergency Nature * Less Urgent Nature ## Footnote Emergency ADs require immediate compliance before further flight.

Answer 20

Notice to aircraft operator from manufacturer informing of product improvement or unsafe conditions affecting safety ## Footnote Compliance with service bulletins is not required but may lead to an AD.

Answer 21

Parts that have a specified operational lifespan and must be replaced after that time ## Footnote These are critical for maintaining aircraft safety.

Answer 22

* Airworthiness * Registration * Radio Operation Certificate * Operators handbook * Weight and Balance ## Footnote These documents are required for flight.

Answer 23

Expires after 7 years ## Footnote This is a regulatory requirement for maintaining aircraft documentation.

Answer 24

Passenger briefing requirements must be adhered to before flight ## Footnote This is part of ensuring passenger safety.

Answer 25

An occurrence associated with operation of aircraft with intention of flying in which any person suffers serious injury or death or the aircraft received substantial damage ## Footnote This definition is critical for accident reporting.

Answer 26

Any injury resulting in death within 30 days of accident ## Footnote This classification is important for accident investigations.

Answer 27

An occurrence other than accident associated with operation of aircraft which affects or could affect the safety of ops ## Footnote Incidents are tracked to improve safety.

Answer 28

* Fractures of bones (except simple fractures of nose, fingers, toes) * 2nd or 3rd degree burns or any burn >5% of body * Internal organ involvement * Severe hemorrhage, nerve, muscle, tendon damage * Requires >48 hrs hospitalization within 7d ## Footnote These criteria help categorize the severity of injuries in accidents.

Answer 29

Property, Fire, Rotor, Aircraft Collision, Control, Turbine, Illness, Overdue, No ## Footnote This acronym helps in identifying critical factors that require immediate reporting.

Answer 30

May be moved to remove persons injured or trapped, to protect wreckage from further damage, to protect public from injury, and must make pictures, descriptive notes, sketches ## Footnote These steps are crucial for accident investigation.

Answer 31

Report within 10 days of an accident or within 7 days for overdue aircraft that is still missing with FSDO ## Footnote Timely reporting is essential for investigation processes.

Answer 32

Provide guidance and clarify the interpretation of regulations ## Footnote They are non-regulatory and meant to inform airmen.

Answer 33

* AC 20 - Aircraft * AC 60 - Airmen * AC 70 - Airspace * AC 90 - Air Traffic and General Operating Rules ## Footnote These sections cover various aspects of aviation regulations.