Exam quiz Meteorology - FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep

Question 1

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 2

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 3

What does the latitude line at point 4 measure?

Accepted Answer

The degrees of latitude north and south from the equator.

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

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

Question 4

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.

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High winds and severe clear skies.

Question 5

What are characteristics of unstable air?

Accepted Answer

Turbulence and good surface visibility.

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Turbulence and poor surface visibility.

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Nimbostratus clouds and good surface visibility.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Celsius.

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Fahrenheit.

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Kelvin.

Question 7

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.

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A gradual change in weather taking place over several hours.

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Temporary fluctuations in weather.

Question 8

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.

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Wind source from southeast, 8 knots.

Question 9

In a TAF, what does 'PROB30' mean?

Accepted Answer

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

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Visibility will be limited to 30 miles.

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Winds will increase by 30 knots.

Question 10

What characterizes a temperature inversion?

Accepted Answer

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

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Air temperature drops rapidly as altitude increases.

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Air pressure increases with altitude.

Question 11

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 12

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 13

In a TAF, what does 'BECMG' indicate?

Accepted Answer

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

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A probability of certain conditions occurring.

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Becoming clear skies.

Question 14

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

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A Standard briefing.

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An Abbreviated briefing.

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An Outlook briefing.

Question 15

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 16

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.

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Clear skies and a temperature inversion.

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Flight through cirrus clouds.

Question 17

What is the floor of controlled airspace around Sandpoint airport?

Accepted Answer

2,831 feet MSL.

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2,131 feet AGL.

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700 feet MSL.

Question 18

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 19

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

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz.

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123.6 MHz.

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122.0 MHz.

Question 20

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 21

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.

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The cumulus stage.

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The dissipating stage.

Question 22

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 23

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

Accepted Answer

122.8 MHz.

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122.1/108.8 MHz.

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135.075 MHz.

Question 24

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 25

What is the CTAF frequency at Garrison (D05)?

Accepted Answer

122.9.

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118.675.

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193.7.

Question 26

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.

Answer

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

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Wind coming from NE, visibility obscured by fog.

Question 27

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 28

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 29

How often are standard TAFs generally issued?

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Four times a day (every 6 hours).

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Every hour.

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Twice a day (every 12 hours).

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

Steam fog.

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Radiation fog.

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Upslope fog.

Question 31

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 32

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.

Answer

Calm winds and severe temperature inversions.

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

3 statute miles.

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1 statute mile.

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5 statute miles.

Question 34

How long are standard TAFs usually valid?

Accepted Answer

24 or 30 hours.

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12 hours.

Answer

48 hours.

Question 35

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.

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

Question 36

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 37

How long does a typical microburst usually last?

Accepted Answer

Seldom longer than 15 minutes.

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Up to 1 hour.

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Between 1 and 3 hours.

Question 38

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.

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Overcast sky at 150 feet AGL.

Question 39

The elevation of the Chesapeake Regional Airport is

Accepted Answer

19 feet.

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36 feet.

Answer

360 feet.

Question 40

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.

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

Question 41

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 42

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.

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Point at which atmospheric pressure drops below standard.

Question 43

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

Accepted Answer

Advection fog.

Answer

Radiation fog.

Answer

Steam fog.

Question 44

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 45

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 46

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 47

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 48

Which type of front is typically associated with a narrow band of active weather, such as heavy rain or thunderstorms, because it acts like a snowplow pushing warm air violently upward?

Accepted Answer

A cold front.

Answer

A warm front.

Answer

An occluded front.

Question 49

In a METAR, 'SHRA' indicates:

Accepted Answer

Rain showers.

Answer

Shallow radiation fog.

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Snow and hail.

Question 50

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 51

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.

Answer

1568 feet AGL.

Answer

1169 feet MSL.

Question 52

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 53

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 54

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

Accepted Answer

Haze.

Answer

Hail.

Answer

Heavy rain.

Question 55

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

Accepted Answer

2,000 feet AGL.

Answer

3,000 feet AGL.

Answer

2,500 feet AGL.

Question 56

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 57

If you see '+SN' in a METAR, what weather condition is occurring?

Accepted Answer

Heavy snow.

Answer

Light snow.

Answer

Blowing snow.

Question 58

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 59

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

Accepted Answer

True North.

Answer

Magnetic North.

Answer

The aircraft's heading.

Question 60

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.

Answer

Tornadoes and microbursts.

Exam simulation Meteorology - FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep

Exam simulation FAA Part 107 Drone Exam Prep Meteorology 60 questions on 120 minutes

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