Module 4 - FAA Regulations (Minimum Safe Altitude, CFR Altimeter Setting)

Question 1

Except when necessary for takeoff & landing, what is the minimum safe altitude for a pilot to operate an aircraft anywhere?

Answer 1

An altitude allowing, if an engine fails, an emergency landing with undue hazard to persons or property on the surface.

Question 2

Prior to takeoff, the altimeter should be set to which altitude or altimeter setting?

Answer 2

The current local altimeter setting, if available or the departure airport elevation.

Question 3

At what altitude should the altimeter be set to 29.92 when climbing to the flight levels?

Answer 3

18,000 ft MSL