Exam quiz Meteorology - FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep

Question 1

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 2

Dew point is defined as the:

Accepted Answer

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

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Temperature at which water freezes.

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Point at which atmospheric pressure drops below standard.

Question 3

In the TAF from KOKC, the "FM (FROM) Group" is forecast for the hours from 1600Z to 2200Z with the wind from

Accepted Answer

180° at 10 knots.

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160° at 10 knots.

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180° at 10 knots, becoming 200° at 13 knots.

Question 4

You are planning to fly a drone at a spot around 4 miles north of Cochran Airport. Based on the sectional chart, what is the height of the nearest obstacle in the area?

Accepted Answer

1568 feet MSL.

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1568 feet AGL.

Answer

1169 feet MSL.

Question 5

What is the defining characteristic of wind shear?

Accepted Answer

A sudden, drastic change in wind speed and/or direction over a very short distance.

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Continuous, steady winds exceeding 30 knots.

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Winds that only occur above 10,000 feet MSL.

Question 6

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 7

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.

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47 pounds.

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34 pounds.

Question 8

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.

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Class E airspace starting at 400 feet.

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Class D airspace starting at 1200 feet.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

The wind direction is variable.

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Visibility is reduced by blowing wind.

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Visual flight rules are required.

Question 10

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 11

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.

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Aviation Terminal Icing System.

Question 12

When should a remote pilot request an 'Abbreviated Briefing'?

Accepted Answer

When they need to update specific information from a previous standard briefing.

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When they have no prior weather information.

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When their flight is more than 24 hours away.

Question 13

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 14

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

Accepted Answer

Surface Analysis Chart.

Answer

Weather Depiction Chart.

Answer

Radar Summary Chart.

Question 15

Identify the airspace over Tomlinson Airport (8J7)

Accepted Answer

Class G airspace - surface up to but not including 1,200 feet AGL, Class E airspace - 1,200 feet AGL up to but not including 18,000 feet MSL.

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Class G airspace - surface up to but not including 700 feet MSL, Class E airspace - 700 feet to 14,500 feet MSL.

Answer

Class G airspace - surface up to but not including 18,000 feet MSL.

Question 16

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 17

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 18

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 19

Standard sea level pressure is:

Accepted Answer

29.92 inches of mercury (Hg).

Answer

28.92 inches of mercury (Hg).

Answer

30.00 inches of mercury (Hg).

Question 20

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.

Answer

The dissipating stage.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

Military Operations Area.

Answer

Restricted Area.

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Temporary Flight Restriction.

Question 22

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.

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Thunderstorms.

Answer

High winds and severe clear skies.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz.

Answer

123.6 MHz.

Answer

122.0 MHz.

Question 24

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 25

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 26

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 27

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 28

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.

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Flight through cirrus clouds.

Question 29

Fog that forms on clear, calm, cool nights over flat, low-lying areas is known as:

Accepted Answer

Radiation fog.

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Advection fog.

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Upslope fog.

Question 30

What does the abbreviation 'WS' indicate in a TAF?

Accepted Answer

Non-convective low-level wind shear.

Answer

Widespread smoke.

Answer

Water spouts.

Question 31

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 32

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

Accepted Answer

Descending air, clear skies, and generally good weather.

Answer

Continuous rain and low ceilings.

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Tornadoes and microbursts.

Question 33

How often are standard TAFs generally issued?

Accepted Answer

Four times a day (every 6 hours).

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Every hour.

Answer

Twice a day (every 12 hours).

Question 34

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 35

How long does a typical microburst usually last?

Accepted Answer

Seldom longer than 15 minutes.

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Up to 1 hour.

Answer

Between 1 and 3 hours.

Question 36

What indicates the beginning of the dissipating stage of a thunderstorm?

Accepted Answer

Downdrafts spread throughout the cloud and cut off the updrafts.

Answer

Precipitation begins to fall.

Answer

The cloud develops an anvil top.

Question 37

What are characteristics of unstable air?

Accepted Answer

Turbulence and good surface visibility.

Answer

Turbulence and poor surface visibility.

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Nimbostratus clouds and good surface visibility.

Question 38

What does the latitude line at point 4 measure?

Accepted Answer

The degrees of latitude north and south from the equator.

Answer

The degrees of latitude east and west of the line that passes through Greenwich, England.

Answer

The degrees of latitude east and west of the Prime Meridian.

Question 39

In a METAR, 'SHRA' indicates:

Accepted Answer

Rain showers.

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Shallow radiation fog.

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Snow and hail.

Question 40

The elevation of the Chesapeake Regional Airport is

Accepted Answer

19 feet.

Answer

36 feet.

Answer

360 feet.

Question 41

Standard sea level temperature is:

Accepted Answer

15°C (59°F).

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10°C (50°F).

Answer

20°C (68°F).

Question 42

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

Accepted Answer

True North.

Answer

Magnetic North.

Answer

The aircraft's heading.

Question 43

Where would you go to obtain more information about restricted airspace R-2531?

Accepted Answer

Notes to Sectional Charts.

Answer

Chart Supplements/Airport Facilities Directory.

Answer

Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).

Question 44

The Coriolis force is created by:

Accepted Answer

The rotation of the Earth.

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The unequal heating of the Earth's surface.

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The gravitational pull of the moon.

Question 45

The vertical limits of that portion of Class E airspace designated as a Federal Airway over Magee Airport are

Accepted Answer

1,200 feet AGL to 17,999 feet MSL.

Answer

700 feet MSL to 12,500 feet MSL.

Answer

7,500 feet MSL to 17,999 feet MSL.

Question 46

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 47

How tall is the tallest tower in the group of towers approximately 15 statute miles south of Minot International Airport?

Accepted Answer

1,081' AGL.

Answer

2,772' AGL.

Answer

3,149' MSL.

Question 48

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

Accepted Answer

Mist.

Answer

Broken clouds.

Answer

Blowing rain.

Question 49

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

Accepted Answer

Thunderstorms in the vicinity of the airport.

Answer

Visibility is clear to the surface.

Answer

Variable cloud layers.

Question 50

How long are standard TAFs usually valid?

Accepted Answer

24 or 30 hours.

Answer

12 hours.

Answer

48 hours.

Question 51

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

Accepted Answer

Class D.

Answer

Class G.

Answer

Class B.

Question 52

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.

Question 53

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 54

While monitoring the Cooperstown CTAF you hear an aircraft announce that they are midfield left downwind to RWY 13. Where would the aircraft be relative to the runway?

Accepted Answer

The aircraft is East.

Answer

The aircraft is South.

Answer

The aircraft is West.

Question 55

What is the most comprehensive weather briefing a pilot can request before a flight?

Accepted Answer

A Standard briefing.

Answer

An Abbreviated briefing.

Answer

An Outlook briefing.

Question 56

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 57

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

Accepted Answer

Overcast sky at 1,500 feet AGL.

Answer

Overcast sky at 15,000 feet MSL.

Answer

Overcast sky at 150 feet AGL.

Question 58

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.

Answer

Temporary fluctuations in weather.

Question 59

This sign is a visual clue that

Accepted Answer

warns the pilot of approaching taxiway "B."

Answer

confirms the aircraft's location to be on taxiway "B."

Answer

indicates "B" holding area is ahead.

Question 60

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

Accepted Answer

Haze.

Answer

Hail.

Answer

Heavy rain.

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