Regulations Test Flashcards
Can an airplane (while airborne) proceed to the destination if the alternate is below minimums? Explain.
Yes, you need to select another alternate within the fuel range of the first alternate and file an amended release.
If the destination and the alternate both have marginal weather, what must the dispatcher do to keep the flight legal?
Select another alternate.
If issuing an additional alternate while the flight is airborne, what should the criteria be when selecting one?
The weather at that airport.
Under which conditions should a flight be issued a takeoff alternate?
When weather at that airport is below landing minimums.
Over which area of operations should communications be available all the time with the dispatch office while operating under domestic and flag rules?
Over the entire route of flight.
Can the flight depart if the weather at the destination is below minimums?
Yes, if the weather is forecast to be above minimums by the ETA.
Is a domestic or flag air carrier required to have enough weather reporting facilities along the entire route of flight?
Yes
How many dispatch centers should an air carrier have?
Enough to provide operational control for each flight.
Name the six items that are recorded in a normal flight recorder?
Time, altitude, airspeed, vertical airspeed, heading, and radio communications with ATC.
What are the limitations for dispatching, if airborne weather radar is inop?
The aircraft my not be dispatched if weather reports indicate TS or hazardous weather.
Define the term “operational control”
To initiate, conduct and terminate a flight.
What are dispatchers duties?
To plan, monitor and terminate the flight if necessary.
Does a supplemental carrier need a licensed dispatcher?
No, the DOO and the PIC share the responsibility for the flights.
How many hours are required for basic indoc?
40 hours
How many hours are required for Initial training?
40 hours
If dispatching a B737 what group do you qualify for?
Group II
How many hours do you need for recurrent training under the proper group?
20 hours
How many hours do you need for differences training?
Determined by the administrator
How many hours do you need for initial operating experience/fam flight?
5 hours flight time or substitution of one hour per TO and LND to a minimum of 2 1/2 hours.
How long do you have to do your cockpit observation (FAM) after initial hire?
90 days
Which of the training requirements can be reduced? By how much? By whom?
All requirements can be reduced if deemed appropriate by the Administrator.
What is the maximum hours of work that a dispatcher can be scheduled without a rest period?
10 consecutive on-duty hours
Who is responsible for the operational control of a domestic or flag flight?
the dispatcher and the PIC 50/50
Name the items that should be listed in a dispatch release?
Aircraft ID Number, Trip Number, Route of Flight, Minimum Fuel Required
