Exam quiz Meteorology - FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep

Question 1

At Coeur D'Alene which frequency should be used as a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) to monitor airport traffic?

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz.

Answer

122.05 MHz.

Answer

135.075 MHz.

Question 2

Over what geographical area is a TAF typically valid?

Accepted Answer

Within a 5 statute mile radius from the center of an airport runway complex.

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Within a 10 nautical mile radius of the airport.

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Across an entire state or region.

Question 3

Louisville Airport is an uncontrolled airport surrounded by a magenta-shaded circle in the sectional charts. What does this magenta circle indicate?

Accepted Answer

Class E airspace from 700 feet.

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Class G airspace up to 400 feet.

Answer

Class E airspace from the surface up to 700 feet.

Question 4

What type of weather is generally associated with a high-pressure system?

Accepted Answer

Descending air, clear skies, and generally good weather.

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Continuous rain and low ceilings.

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Tornadoes and microbursts.

Question 5

Standard sea level pressure is:

Accepted Answer

29.92 inches of mercury (Hg).

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28.92 inches of mercury (Hg).

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30.00 inches of mercury (Hg).

Question 6

How are the weather conditions at Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX) best described?

Accepted Answer

Visibility of 16 statute miles, wind speed of 5 knots.

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Scattered clouds at 700 feet, temperature of 16 °C.

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Wind coming from NE, visibility obscured by fog.

Question 7

In meteorology, what is a 'front'?

Accepted Answer

The boundary layer between two distinct air masses of different temperatures and densities.

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The center of a high-pressure system.

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The leading edge of a microburst.

Question 8

Standard sea level temperature is:

Accepted Answer

15°C (59°F).

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10°C (50°F).

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20°C (68°F).

Question 9

What type of weather is generally associated with a low-pressure system?

Accepted Answer

Rising air, cloudiness, and precipitation.

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Descending air, clear skies, and good visibility.

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Calm winds and severe temperature inversions.

Question 10

What are the three stages of a thunderstorm?

Accepted Answer

Cumulus, mature, and dissipating.

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Formation, precipitation, and dissipation.

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Updraft, downdraft, and static.

Question 11

The elevation of the Chesapeake Regional Airport is

Accepted Answer

19 feet.

Answer

36 feet.

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360 feet.

Question 12

Wind is primarily caused by:

Accepted Answer

Differences in atmospheric pressure, which are rooted in the uneven heating of the Earth's surface.

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The rotation of the Earth alone.

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The movement of aircraft through the atmosphere.

Question 13

In a METAR, what does the sky cover code 'OVC015' indicate?

Accepted Answer

Overcast sky at 1,500 feet AGL.

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Overcast sky at 15,000 feet MSL.

Answer

Overcast sky at 150 feet AGL.

Question 14

In the sectional chart below, what kind of airspace is enclosed by the hash-marked magenta border?

Accepted Answer

Military Operations Area.

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Restricted Area.

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Temporary Flight Restriction.

Question 15

Fog that forms when cold, dry air moves over relatively warm water is called:

Accepted Answer

Steam fog.

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Radiation fog.

Answer

Upslope fog.

Question 16

Of what value is the Weather Depiction Chart to the pilot?

Accepted Answer

For determining general weather conditions on which to base flight planning.

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For determining frontal trends and air mass characteristics.

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For a forecast of cloud coverage, visibilities, and frontal activity.

Question 17

What is the CTAF frequency at Garrison (D05)?

Accepted Answer

122.9.

Answer

118.675.

Answer

193.7.

Question 18

In a TAF, what does the 'FM' (From) group indicate?

Accepted Answer

A rapid and significant change in weather expected within less than an hour.

Answer

A gradual change in weather taking place over several hours.

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Temporary fluctuations in weather.

Question 19

Which of the following describes an 'Outlook Briefing' from a Flight Service Station?

Accepted Answer

A briefing provided when the planned departure is 6 or more hours away.

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A brief update of weather information from a previous briefing.

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The most complete and comprehensive weather briefing available.

Question 20

What is the correct UNICOM frequency to be used at Coeur d'Alene to request fuel?

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz.

Answer

122.1/108.8 MHz.

Answer

135.075 MHz.

Question 21

In a METAR report, temperature and dew point are reported in which scale?

Accepted Answer

Celsius.

Answer

Fahrenheit.

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Kelvin.

Question 22

If you read 'VCTS' in a METAR, what should you expect?

Accepted Answer

Thunderstorms in the vicinity of the airport.

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Visibility is clear to the surface.

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Variable cloud layers.

Question 23

In a sectional chart, two airports are enclosed by blue broken lines, as pointed out by the blue arrows in the figure. What do these blue broken lines indicate?

Accepted Answer

Class D airspace starting at the surface.

Answer

Class E airspace starting at 400 feet.

Answer

Class D airspace starting at 1200 feet.

Question 24

What weather chart provides a graphical overview of surface weather systems such as fronts, high and low-pressure centers?

Accepted Answer

Surface Analysis Chart.

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Weather Depiction Chart.

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Radar Summary Chart.

Question 25

What does the abbreviation 'CB' mean when appended to a cloud layer in a METAR?

Accepted Answer

Cumulonimbus.

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Clear below.

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Cirrostratus broken.

Question 26

How often are standard TAFs generally issued?

Accepted Answer

Four times a day (every 6 hours).

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Every hour.

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Twice a day (every 12 hours).

Question 27

When the air temperature and dew point converge and are within 3°C (5°F) of each other, what weather condition is highly likely to form?

Accepted Answer

Fog or low clouds.

Answer

Thunderstorms.

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High winds and severe clear skies.

Question 28

Wind directions broadcasted over an AWOS, ASOS, or ATIS frequency are given in reference to:

Accepted Answer

Magnetic North.

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True North.

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Grid North.

Question 29

What is a Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF)?

Accepted Answer

A concise statement of the expected meteorological conditions at an airport during a specified period.

Answer

A report of current weather conditions at an airport.

Answer

A warning of severe weather en route.

Question 30

Fog that forms when warm, moist air is blown horizontally over a cold surface is called:

Accepted Answer

Advection fog.

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Radiation fog.

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Steam fog.

Question 31

What is the floor of the Class E airspace surrounding Mercer Co Rgnl (HZE)?

Accepted Answer

2,514' MSL.

Answer

700' MSL.

Answer

750' AGL.

Question 32

During which stage of a thunderstorm is the most severe weather, such as heavy rain, wind shear, and hail, generally encountered?

Accepted Answer

The mature stage.

Answer

The cumulus stage.

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The dissipating stage.

Question 33

If an unmanned airplane weighs 33 pounds, what approximate weight would the airplane structure be required to support during a 30° banked turn while maintaining altitude?

Accepted Answer

38 pounds.

Answer

47 pounds.

Answer

34 pounds.

Question 34

When flying over Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge, a pilot should fly no lower than

Accepted Answer

2,000 feet AGL.

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3,000 feet AGL.

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2,500 feet AGL.

Question 35

When flying near a large body of water during the day, how does the wind typically blow?

Accepted Answer

From the cooler water toward the warmer land (Sea Breeze).

Answer

From the warmer land toward the cooler water (Land Breeze).

Answer

Parallel to the shoreline at all times.

Question 36

What is ATIS?

Accepted Answer

Automatic Terminal Information Service, a continuous broadcast of recorded non-control information at busy airports.

Answer

Air Traffic Instruction Service.

Answer

Aviation Terminal Icing System.

Question 37

What is the ceiling of controlled airspace at Collin Co Rgnl McKinney (TKI)?

Accepted Answer

2,900' MSL.

Answer

2,311' MSL.

Answer

2,900' AGL.

Question 38

What is a microburst?

Accepted Answer

A localized, severe downdraft of air that spreads outward in all directions when it hits the ground.

Answer

A small tornado.

Answer

A sudden drop in barometric pressure.

Question 39

What does 'VRB' mean in the wind group of a METAR report (e.g., VRB03KT)?

Accepted Answer

The wind direction is variable.

Answer

Visibility is reduced by blowing wind.

Answer

Visual flight rules are required.

Question 40

What is the required flight visibility for a remote pilot operating an unmanned aircraft near the Plantation Airport (JYL)?

Accepted Answer

3 statute miles.

Answer

1 statute mile.

Answer

5 statute miles.

Question 41

How long does a typical microburst usually last?

Accepted Answer

Seldom longer than 15 minutes.

Answer

Up to 1 hour.

Answer

Between 1 and 3 hours.

Question 42

What kind of weather conditions are typically expected under a low-level temperature inversion when relative humidity is high?

Accepted Answer

Smooth air, poor visibility, fog, haze, or low clouds.

Answer

Turbulent air, excellent visibility, and thunderstorms.

Answer

High winds and heavy snow showers.

Question 43

What type of airspace surrounds Elizabeth City Rgnl (ECG)?

Accepted Answer

Class D.

Answer

Class G.

Answer

Class B.

Question 44

What characterizes a temperature inversion?

Accepted Answer

Air temperature increases as altitude increases, acting like a lid on the atmosphere below.

Answer

Air temperature drops rapidly as altitude increases.

Answer

Air pressure increases with altitude.

Question 45

In a TAF, what does 'PROB30' mean?

Accepted Answer

There is a 30 percent probability of the forecasted weather conditions occurring.

Answer

Visibility will be limited to 30 miles.

Answer

Winds will increase by 30 knots.

Question 46

You've been asked to inspect a railroad beginning at the town of Onawa and ending to the south, in Blencoe. Which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A remote PIC would NOT need to receive prior airspace authorization from the FAA, since the proposed route would not take place in controlled airspace.

Answer

A remote PIC would need to receive prior airspace authorization from the FAA, since the proposed route takes place within 5 miles of an airport.

Answer

A remote PIC would need to receive prior airspace authorization from the FAA, since the proposed route is in Class G airspace.

Question 47

In a METAR report, what does the abbreviation 'HZ' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Haze.

Answer

Hail.

Answer

Heavy rain.

Question 48

What is the floor of controlled airspace around Sandpoint airport?

Accepted Answer

2,831 feet MSL.

Answer

2,131 feet AGL.

Answer

700 feet MSL.

Question 49

What is the CTAF/UNICOM frequency at Barnes County Airport?

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz.

Answer

123.6 MHz.

Answer

122.0 MHz.

Question 50

A client has hired you to inspect a tower on Tuesday. The tower to be inspected is the lighted tower 6 NM SW of Savannah/Hilton Head Intl (SAV). At the highest allowable flight altitude above the tower, what airspace would you be in?

Accepted Answer

Class C.

Answer

Class E.

Answer

Class G.

Question 51

When flying near the Mason Jewett Airport, which frequency should be used as the Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) when scanning for air traffic activity?

Accepted Answer

122.7.

Answer

122.4.

Answer

119.425.

Question 52

What is the wind speed and direction indicated in the TAF for Memphis International Airport (KMEM) reported at 1720Z?

Accepted Answer

Wind source from the south-southwest, 12 knots.

Answer

Wind source from the northwest, 20 knots.

Answer

Wind source from southeast, 8 knots.

Question 53

Wind direction reported in a METAR is provided in reference to:

Accepted Answer

True North.

Answer

Magnetic North.

Answer

The aircraft's heading.

Question 54

What condition is necessary for structural icing to occur in flight?

Accepted Answer

The aircraft must be flying through visible moisture (like rain or clouds) and the temperature must be at or below freezing.

Answer

Clear skies and a temperature inversion.

Answer

Flight through cirrus clouds.

Question 55

What is AWOS?

Accepted Answer

Automated Weather Observing System.

Answer

Aviation Weather Outlook Service.

Answer

Automated Wind and Overcast System.

Question 56

You have been hired to use your small UAS to inspect the railroad tracks from Blencoe (SE of Sioux City) to Onawa. Will ATC authorization be required?

Accepted Answer

No, your entire flight is in Class G airspace.

Answer

Yes, Onawa is in Class D airspace that is designated for an airport.

Answer

Yes, you must contact the Onawa control tower to operate within 5 miles of the airport.

Question 57

In a TAF, what does 'BECMG' indicate?

Accepted Answer

A gradual change in conditions occurring over a specified time period (usually 2 hours).

Answer

A probability of certain conditions occurring.

Answer

Becoming clear skies.

Question 58

Dew point is defined as the:

Accepted Answer

Temperature to which air must be cooled to become fully saturated with moisture.

Answer

Temperature at which water freezes.

Answer

Point at which atmospheric pressure drops below standard.

Question 59

How are cloud bases reported in METARs and TAFs?

Accepted Answer

In hundreds of feet AGL.

Answer

In thousands of feet MSL.

Answer

In tens of feet MSL.

Question 60

What is the floor of the Class E airspace surrounding the Garrison Municipal Airport?

Accepted Answer

2637 feet MSL.

Answer

700 feet MSL.

Answer

1937 feet MSL.

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