Lester Big 6 Questions Flashcards
What is required to maintain IFR currency under 61.57(c)?
Perform and log 6 instrument approaches, holding procedures, and interception/tracking of courses using a navigation system within the preceding 6 months.
What must a pilot do if IFR currency lapses beyond the 6-month grace period?
The pilot must complete an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) with an instructor.
When is it necessary to file an alternate airport under 91.169(b)(2)(i)?
If the weather forecast at the destination is less than a 2,000-foot ceiling or less than 3 miles visibility within 1 hour before and after the estimated time of arrival.
What are the standard minimums required at an alternate airport with a precision approach?
A 600-foot ceiling and 2 miles visibility.
What are the standard minimums required at an alternate airport without a precision approach?
An 800-foot ceiling and 2 miles visibility.
What are the mandatory IFR reports listed in AIM 5-3-3?
M
A
R
V
E
L
O
U
S
V
F
R
C
5
**M: Missed approach
A: Airspeed change of 5% or 10 knots (whichever is greater)
R: Reaching a holding fix or point
V: Vacating any previously assigned altitude or flight level
E: ETA change when previous estimate in excess of 2 minutes (non-radar)
L: Leaving assigned holding fix or point
O: Outer marker inbound or fix used in lieu of the OM (non-radar)
U: Unforecast weather
S: Safety of flight compromised
V: VFR on top, when any altitude change is made
F: Final approach fix inbound (non-radar)
R: Radio malfunction—any loss or impairment of navigation/communication receiver capability
C: Compulsory reporting points (non-radar)
500: 500 FPM—unable to climb/descend 500 feet per minute**
What is the “AVE F” acronym for lost communications procedures related to routing?
Assigned, Vectored, Expected, Filed.
What is the “MEA” acronym for lost communications procedures related to altitude?
Minimum, Expected, or Assigned altitude—fly the highest.
What 3 criteria must be met before descending below published minimums on an approach under 91.175(c)?
Normal approach and landing position, required flight visibility, and runway environment in sight.
What are the three conditions that must be met before descending below published minimums on an approach, according to 14 CFR 91.175(c)?
You must be in a position from which a normal ______________ and landing can be made.
The required ____________ _____________ for the approach must be met.
You must have the ______________ environment in sight, including at least one of the following:
Approach light system (Note: If this is all you see, you may descend only to within _____ feet of the touchdown zone elevation (TDZE)).
The ______________.
The threshold ______________.
The threshold ______________.
_______________ end identifier lights.
______________ approach slope indicator.
______________ zone or touchdown zone ______________.
Touchdown zone ______________.
The ______________ or runway ______________.
You must be in a position from which a normal approach and landing can be made.
The required flight visibility for the approach must be met.
You must have the runway environment in sight, including at least one of the following:
Approach light system (Note: If this is all you see, you may descend only to within 100 feet of the touchdown zone elevation (TDZE)).
The threshold.
The threshold markings.
The threshold lights.
Runway end identifier lights.
Visual approach slope indicator.
Touchdown zone or touchdown zone markings.
Touchdown zone lights.
The runway or runway markings.
What are the 3 criteria for a standard instrument departure according to AIM 5-2-9(e)(1)?
Be at least 35’ AGL at the runway end, climb at 200 feet per nautical mile, and climb to 400’ AGL before turning.
What (3) things represent the non-standard takeoff minimums symbol?
1. Non-standard takeoff minimums
2. ODP (Obstacle Departure Procedure)
3. Obstacle Notes
Which (4) mandatory reporting points are non-radar?
1. ETA Change (2 minutes)
2. Outer marker inbound
3. Reaching a final approach fix
4. Compulsory reporting points
If we do not have an IAP, do we need an alternate?
Yes, we always need an alternate
If we use Butler Farm Show (No IAP) as our second choice, what do our ur wx minimums need to be?
VFR to the ground at the time of arrival.
