Reviewer Flashcards
AOC
AIR OPERATOR CERTIFICATE
APU
AUXILIARY POWER UNIT
AOM
AIRCRAFT OPERATING MANUAL
ATC
AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL
CAT
CATEGORY
MEL
MINIMUM EQUIPMENT LIST
NOTAM
NOTICE TO AIRMEN / NOTICE TO AIR MISSION
NOTOC
NOTICE TO CAPTAIN
VMC
VISUAL METEOROLOGICAL CONDITIONS
VSM
VERTICAL SEPARATION MINIMUM OR MINIMA
What feature is normally associated with the cumulus stage of thunderstorm?
C. continuous updrafts
Where do squall lines most often develop?
B. ahead of a cold front
Atmospheric pressure changes due to a thunderstorm will be at the lowest value
B. when the thunderstorm is approaching
A clear area in a line of thunderstorm echoes on a radar scope indicates
C. an area where precipitation drops are not detected
When flying over the top of a severe thunderstorm, the cloud should be overflown by at least
A. 1,000 feet for each 10 knots wind speed
Freezing rain encountered during climb is normally evidence that
B. a layer of warmer air exists above
Which type of precipitation is an indication that super cooled water is present?
B. freezing rain
What condition is necessary for the formation of structural icing in flight?
C. visible water
Which type of icing is associated with the smallest size of water droplet similar to that found in low-level stratus clouds?
C. rime ice
During the life cycle of a thunderstorm. which stage is characterized predominately by downdrafts?
B. dissipating
An ATC” instruction”
B. Is a directive issued by ATC for the purpose of requiring a pilot to take a specific action.
What is the purpose of the term “hold for release” when included in an IFR clearance?
A. A procedure for delaying departure for traffic volume, weather, or need to issue further instructions.