Night Flying

Question 1

What does G.R.A.D.E. stand for in the pilot decision making process?

Answer 1

Gather info (what has changed/whats happening)
Review your options
Analyze
Decide and Do
Evaluate how its going

Question 2

What is the definition of Night?

Answer 2

The period of time that:

• Starts at the end of evening civil twilight (when the sun’s disk is 6 degrees below the horizon and descending. About 25 min after sunset)
• Ends that the start of morning civil twilight (when the sun’s disk is 6 degrees above the horison and rising. About 25 min before sunrise)

Civil twilight is that space of time after the sun goes down (or before it comes up) but it is still light enough to see.

Question 3

What are the requirements for getting your night rating?

Answer 3

• A PPL
• 5 hours of dual (including 2 x-countries)
• 5 hours of solo, including 5 takeoffs and landings)
• 10 hours of dual instrument time (5 can be SIM)

Question 4

How many takeoffs and landings do you need to carry pax at night?

Answer 4

5 in the previous 6 months (also need a landing light to carry pax)

Question 5

What is the visibility minimums for night flying?

Answer 5

3 miles in both uncontrolled and controlled airspace