PPL Flight Test Flashcards
What is your privileges of being a PPL holder?
- Act as PIC or Co-Pilot if:
- Aircraft is engaged in private operation.
- The holder is receiving flight training.
What are the requirements for the grant of PPL?
- Passed PPL exam.
- Completed flight training and aircraft rating.
- Passed PPL flight test.
- Completed minimum 35 hours; 30 hours dual and 5 solo cross country.
- Must be atleast 17 years old.
When is a flight review required?
24 months.
What is the recency requirement for carrying passengers?
3 Takeoffs and Landing within last 90 days.
What is the medical requirements?
Class 1 or Class 2 Medical.
What documents do you need to carry onboard when flying in Australia?
- Pilot Licence.
- Medical Certificate.
- ASIC (Security Controlled AD)
- Maintenance Release.
- Flight Manual.
Having passed the PPL, can you fly at night?
No, require Night VFR rating.
Having passed the PPL, can you fly in formation?
No, a formation endorsement is required.
Having passed the PPL, can you fly aerobatically?
No, an aerobatics endorsement is required.
Having passed the PPL, can you fly an aircraft with retractable gear?
No, a retractable gear endorsement is required.
Having passed the PPL, can you fly an aircraft low level?
No, a low level endorsement is required.
Having passed the PPL, can you fly multi-engine aircraft?
No, a multi-engine class rating is required.
Having passed the PPL, can you fly an aircraft primarily only by instruments.
No, an instrument rating is required.
What is the maximum blood alcohol reading you can have if planning on flying?
0.02%.
State the restrictions with regard to flying as a pilot, and the consumption of alcohol.
A person shall not have consumed alcohol 8 hours prior to performing duties as a pilot.
Are you permitted to consume any prescription or over-the-counter drugs before flying an aircraft?
Yes some drugs are allowed, best to speak to DAME when in doubt.
What instruments are mandatory for a private day VFR flight?
- Airspeed Indicator.
- Altimeter.
- Magnetic Compass (Direct Reading).
- Backup Compass.
- Timepiece (HHMMSS).
- Turn and Slip Indicator.
- OAT Indicator.
What are the minimum requirements by Cessna needed for C172?
- Flap Position Indicator.
- Fuel Gauges.
- Oils Temperatures + Pressures.
- Stall Warning.
- Trim Indicator.
- Tachometer.
When must survival equipment be carried onboard during a flight?
- Where the carriage of life rafts is required.
- During operations within or through the remote areas specified by the remote area maps.
- As directed by CASA.
When must an ELT be carried onboard during a flight?
- Flight is over water.
- Not equipped with radio communication equipment.
- Is not capable of continuous radio communication.
How many ELTs may be carried onboard during a flight?
- 1 ELT when 1 life raft is carried.
- Atleast 2 when more than 1 life raft is carried.
When must life jackets be carried onboard during a flight?
Flight is over water, and at a greater distance from land to reach without an engine.
Where should life jackets be stowed during flight?
Adjacent to each seat, in easy to reach location.
Under what conditions should a life jacket be worn?
Over water, or flying at or below 2000ft AGL.
When must life rafts be carried onboard during a flight?
- When life jackets are carried.
- Aircraft is flown at a distance over water equal to 30 minutes at normal cruise speed, or 100nm whichever is least.
Where should life rafts be stowed during flight?
Stowed in readily accessible location, or in a marked container or compartment
Can a GPS be used while navigating VFR?
Yes, but can’t be main means of navigation and must still carry backup paper charts.
What is the fuel burn of a C172?
38L/Hour or 39L/Hour (RWT).
What is the fuel capacity of a C172?
212L.
What grade of fuel can be used in a C172 and what colour is it?
- Octane 100 (Green).
- Octane 100LL (Blue).
Should an aircraft be refuelled at the cessation of a day’s flying, or at the beginning of the next?
Beginning of the next day.
When should a water check be made and how is water detected in an aircraft’s fuel system?
Before the start of each day’s flying, and after each refuelling, or before each flight, through the means of a fuel drain. Water will sink to bottom as it’s denser.
What is the minimum oil capacity of a C172?
6qt.
What is the maximum oil capacity of a C172?
8qt.
What is the correct grade of oil used in a C172.
W100 Oil.
What are the RACWA standard passenger weights for adults?
77kg.
Can passengers remain onboard while the aircraft is being refuelled?
No.
Is smoking legal while flying an aircraft?
No.
Is it legal to disembark an aircraft while the engine is running?
No, unless given instruction and guidance to protect them from injury.
A C172 has 4 seats. Can you take more than 3 passengers? State the requirements.
Yes, if the following occurs:
- 2 children can fill a seat if combined weight is less than 77kg.
- An infant can be carried with an adult except when sitting on an emergency exit.
- Only 1 additional passenger is permitted.
What maintenance can you undertake holding a PPL?
… Schedule 8.
What is the maximum baggage capacity of a C172?
54kg.
What is the Maximum Landing Weight (MLW) of a C172?
1157kg
What is the Maximum Take-off Weight (MTOW) of a C172?
1157kg
What is the stall (VS) speed of a C172 in a clean configuration?
48KTS.
What is the stall (VS) speed of a C172 with 10 degrees of flap?
43KTS.
What is the stall (VS) speed of a C172 with 30 degrees of flap?
40KTS.
33KTS. (CAR).
What is the maximum flap operating (VFE) speed of a C172 ?
10 Degrees - 110KTS.
10-30 Degrees - 85KTS.
What is the manoeuvring (VA) speed of a C172? What is the manoeuvring speed?
105KTS. It is an airspeed limitation determined by the aircraft designer. At speeds exceeding the manoeuvring speed, full deflection of any flight control surface can result in damage to the aircraft structure.
What is the maximum structural (VNO) speed of a C172?
129KTS.
What is the never exceed (VNE) speed of a C172?
163KTS.
What is the normal operating speed (Green Arc) range of a C172?
48-129KTS.
What is the caution range speed (Yellow Arc) range of a C172?
129-163KTS.
What is the maximum demonstrated crosswind of a C172?
15KTS.
Explain the brake system in a C172?
The braking system consists of single disc brake assemblies fitted to the main gear and operated by a hydraulic system. Brakes are operated by pushing on the top portion of the rudder pedals.
Explain the fuel system of a C172?
- Fuel Tank with Vent, Drain and Cap.
- Fuel Quantity Indicator connected to each tank.
- Fuel Selector Valve.
- Fuel Accumulator Tank.
- Fuel Shutoff Valve.
- Fuel Strainer.
- Aux Fuel Pump.
- Engine Fuel Pump.
- Control Unit.
- To Throttle.
- To Mixture.
- Fuel Manifold + Fuel Injection Nozzle + Fuel Flow Indicator.
Gravity Fed.
What is the design load factor of a C172 with flaps up?
+3.8G, -1.52G.
What is the design load factor of a C172 with flaps down?
+3.0G
What engine is installed in a C172?
Lycoming 10-360-L2A.
What is the horse-power of a C172 engine?
180BHP @ 2700rpm.
What propeller is installed on a C172?
McCauley IA-170/CFA 7660 76” Diameter.
McCauley IC-235/LFA 7570 75” Diameter.
What tyre pressure should be in the main tyres of a C172?
38psi.
What tyre pressure should be in the nose tyre of a C172?
45psi.
What is the safe endurance of a C172 aircraft?
270 minutes with 45min reserve leaned for 200L @ 38L/h
Where is the battery located in a C172?
Left forward side of firewall.
What is the voltage of a C172 battery?
24V.
Where is the hydraulic brake fluid reservoir located in a C172?
Brake Master Cylinders.
What items are included in the empty weight of an aircraft?
- Unusable Fuel.
- Oil.
- Aircraft.
What are the minimum distances you can park from another aircraft or an open hangar when refuelling?
- 5m from sealed buildings.
- 8m from unsealed buildings.
- 8m from other aircraft.
- 15m from public areas.
Before starting an aircraft, what factors must be considered in relation to positioning the aircraft?
- 5m from sealed buildings.
- 9m from unsealed buildings.
- 6m from other aircraft.
- 15m from public areas.
What would you do if the engine caught fire on the ground while starting?
- Continue cranking.
- Power 1800RPM for a few minutes.
- Shutdown engine, call for fire extinguisher.
- Masters, Ignition, Fuel off.
- Extinguish.
What would you do if the engine caught fire in the air?
- Shutdown immediately.
- Mixture idle, Fuel off, Master off, Cabin heat and air off.
- Increase glide airspeed.
- Forced landing.
What would be your actions be if your radio failed in the circuit?
- Maintain good lookout and separation from other traffic.
- Check switches in correct position.
- Check headphones / microphone jacks are secure.
- Try another frequency.
- Continue approach and watch for lights from tower.
- Keep good lookout and land when safe to do so.
What would be your actions be if your radio failed in the training area?
- Stay in VMC.
- Broadcast Intentions (Transmitting Blind)
- Report at Inbound Point
- Maintain 1500’ until overhead JT
- Look, and listen for other traffic.
- Enter circuit downwind.
- Look for lights from tower.
What are the dimensions of an ALA (Aeroplane Landing Area)?
In order:
- Flyover Area = 15m Wide
- Runway Strip = 10m Wide
- Runway = 10m Wide
- Runway Strip = 10m Wide
- Flyover Area = 15m Wide
- Approach and Take-Off Area = 900m Long from Edge of Runway Outwards, 150m Wide
- Slope 5 Degrees
What are the minimum Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) for Class G Airspace in which flight in accordance with the Visual Flight Rules (VFR) may be conducted Above 3,000ft AMSL, Below 10,000’ AMSL?
- 5,000m flight visibility.
- 1,500m horizontally from clouds.
- 1,000ft vertically from clouds.
What are the minimum Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) for Class G Airspace in which flight in accordance with the Visual Flight Rules (VFR) may be conducted At or below 3000’ AMSL or 1000’ AGL, whichever is highest?
- 5,000m flight visibility.
- Remain clear of clouds.
What are the minimum Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) for Class D Airspace in which flight in accordance with the Visual Flight Rules (VFR) may be conducted?
- 5,000m flight visibility.
- 600m horizontally from clouds.
- 1,000ft vertically above clouds.
- 500ft vertically below clouds.
What are the minimum Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) for Class C Airspace in which flight in accordance with the Visual Flight Rules (VFR) may be conducted Below 10,000ft AMSL?
- 5,000m flight visibility.
- 1,500m horizontally from clouds.
- 1,000ft vertically from clouds.
What is the meaning of a steady green light given to an aircraft on the ground?
Authorised to take-off if safe.
What is the meaning of a flashing green light given to an aircraft on the ground?
Authorised to taxi if safe.
What is the meaning of a steady red light given to an aircraft on the ground?
Stop.
What is the meaning of a flashing red light given to an aircraft on the ground?
Taxi clear of landing area.
What is the meaning of a flashing white light given to an aircraft on the ground?
Return to starting point.
What is the meaning of a steady green light given to an aircraft in flight?
Authorised to land if safe.
What is the meaning of a flashing green light given to an aircraft in flight?
Return for landing.
What is the meaning of a steady red light given to an aircraft in flight?
Give way, continue holding.
What is the meaning of a flashing red light given to an aircraft in flight?
Do not land.
What is adverse yaw?
Tendency for an aircraft to yaw in the opposite direction of a roll and is caused by the difference in lift and drag of each wing.
What is the voltage of the alternator system in a C172?
28V.
What are the day VFR alternative minimas?
Cloud - More than SCT before 1500ft ceiling.
Visibility - Less than 8km.
Wind - More than XW limit for aircraft.
What are the hold times for INTERs and TEMPOs?
INTER - 30min.
TEMPO - 60min.
