Section 12: Flight Planning Flashcards
What is the requirement for the PIC regarding initial or recurrent training?
Current with respect to initial or recurrent training received within the previous 12 months
This applies to both the PIC and SIC if applicable.
What checks must the PIC have completed to be current?
- A 135.293 competency check (within the past 12 months)
- A 135.297 IFR proficiency check (within the past 6 months)
- A 135.299 enroute check (within the past 12 months)
These checks ensure operational readiness and compliance with regulations.
What recent experience is required for the PIC?
Three takeoffs and landings required by FAR 135.247
This is necessary to maintain currency as a pilot in command.
What checks must the SIC have completed to be current?
- A 135.293 competency check (within the past 12 months)
- Instrument currency under FAR 61.57(c)
These checks ensure that the SIC maintains necessary competencies and currency.
What terrain consideration is particularly important when selecting an alternate airport?
Terrain surrounding the airport, especially in mountainous areas
Performance on a go-around might be critical in such locations.
When planning distance to an alternate airport, what routing should be considered?
Usual ATC routing, not direct
The difference between these routes might be considerable.
How can weather changes affect alternate minimums?
Minimums may increase due to weather changes
For example, in Boseman, Montana, minimums change from 600/1+1/2 to 1200/3+1/2 with a change in wind direction.
What factor related to NAVAIDs may render an airport unacceptable as an alternate?
NAVAID outages
These outages can affect navigation and approach capabilities.
What runway conditions might necessitate a diversion to an alternate airport?
Runway closures or runway conditions
Poor conditions may make the runway unsafe for landing.
What must approach charts indicate for an airport to be eligible as an alternate?
The airport must be shown as eligible on the approach charts
This ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
Under what conditions may a flight not depart under IFR or over-the-top rules?
If appropriate weather reports and forecasts do not indicate conditions at or above required minimums
This is dictated by the OPSPECS.
What is the fuel requirement for IFR flights?
Sufficient fuel to destination, to alternate, plus 45 minutes at normal cruising speed.
IFR stands for Instrument Flight Rules, which require stricter fuel management due to potential weather conditions.
What is the fuel requirement for VFR flights during the day?
Sufficient fuel to the destination plus 30 minutes at normal cruising fuel consumption.
VFR stands for Visual Flight Rules, which allow pilots to fly under visual conditions.
What is the additional fuel requirement for VFR flights at night?
Sufficient fuel to the destination plus 45 minutes at normal cruising fuel consumption.
Night flying typically requires more fuel to account for reduced visibility and potential navigation challenges.
Fill in the blank: For IFR flights, fuel must be sufficient to the destination, to alternate, plus _______ at normal cruising speed.
45 minutes
Fill in the blank: For VFR flights, fuel must be sufficient to the destination plus _______ assuming normal cruising fuel consumption during the day.
30 minutes
True or False: VFR flights require the same fuel reserve during the day and at night.
False
What should the PIC consider in addition to basic FAR fuel requirements?
Anticipated traffic delays and wind conditions
Consideration of ATC delays and prolonged taxiing requirements is crucial for contingency fuel planning.
What does Part 135 state about alternate airports going below minimums?
It does not specify actions for alternate airports going below minimums
There are no guidelines on how much fuel must be on board when arriving at a destination or alternate airport.
What does FAR 135.69(b) prohibit the PIC from doing?
Continuing a flight toward a destination under hazardous conditions
The operator or PIC must be aware of conditions that make continuation hazardous.
What is imperative for the PIC during the enroute portion of the flight?
To be aware of possibly changing weather trends
This awareness helps prevent fuel-related surprises when overhead the destination or alternate airport.
