Exam quiz Preflight Preparation - FAA PPL(A) - Private Pilot Airplane

Question 1

The width of a Federal Airway from either side of the centerline is

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4 nautical miles

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8 nautical miles

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6 nautical miles

Question 2

Responsibility for collision avoidance in an alert area rests with

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all pilots

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the controlling agency

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Air Traffic Control

Question 3

(Refer to figure 38.) Determine the total distance required to land over a 50-foot obstacle. Pressure altitude 5,000 ft Headwind 8 kts Temperature 41°F Runway Hard surface

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956 feet

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1,076 feet

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837 feet

Question 4

A state of temporary confusion resulting from misleading information being sent to the brain by various sensory organs is defined as

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spatial disorientation

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hypoxia

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hyperventilation

Question 5

For a given power setting with a constant-speed, variable pitch propeller:

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Low pitch results in high RPM

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High pitch results in high RPM

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Low pitch results in low RPM

Question 6

TRSA Service in the terminal radar program provides

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sequencing and separation for participating VFR aircraft

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warning to pilots when their aircraft are in unsafe proximity to terrain, obstructions, or other aircraft

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IFR separation (1,000 feet vertical and 3 miles lateral) between all aircraft

Question 7

FDC NOTAMS contain regulatory information, such as:

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Temporary Flight Restrictions

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Markings and signs used at airports

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Standard communication procedures at non-tower airports

Question 8

With respect to the certification of airmen, which are categories of aircraft?

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Airplane, rotorcraft, glider, lighter-than-air

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Gyroplane, helicopter, airship, free balloon

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Single-engine land and sea, multiengine land and sea

Question 9

(Refer to figure 14.) The intensity of the turbulence reported at a specific altitude is

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light from 5,500 feet to 7,200 feet

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moderate from 5,500 feet to 7,200 feet

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moderate at 5,500 feet and at 7,200 feet

Question 10

The suffix 'nimbus,' used in naming clouds, means

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a rain cloud

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a middle cloud containing ice pellets

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a cloud with extensive vertical development

Question 11

The vertical limit of Class C airspace above the primary airport is normally

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4,000 feet AGL

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3,000 feet AGL

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1,200 feet AGL

Question 12

(Refer to Figure 40.) What is the necessary distance required for takeoff to clear a 50-foot obstacle? OAT - Std, Pressure altitude - Sea level, Takeoff weight - 2,700 lb, Headwind component - Calm

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1,400 feet

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2,100 feet

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1,800 feet

Question 13

(Refer to Figure 71, area 1.) What is the height of the floor of the Class E airspace above Georgetown Airport?

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3,823 feet MSL

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The surface

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700 feet AGL

Question 14

(Refer to figure 75.) Find Gila Bend AF AUX Airport (GXF) in area 6. What class of airspace is it in?

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D

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C

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B

Question 15

What designated airspace associated with an airport becomes inactive when the control tower at that airport is not in operation?

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Class D, which then becomes Class E

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Class D, which then becomes Class C

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Class B

Question 16

What is density altitude?

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The pressure altitude corrected for nonstandard temperature

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The altitude read directly from the altimeter

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The height above the standard datum plane

Question 17

What document(s) must be in your personal possession or readily accessible in the aircraft while operating as pilot in command of an aircraft?

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An appropriate pilot certificate and an appropriate current medical certificate if required

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Certificates showing accomplishment of a checkout in the aircraft and a current biennial flight review

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A pilot certificate with an endorsement showing accomplishment of an annual flight review and a pilot logbook showing recency of experience

Question 18

What is one of the benefits for pilots flying an airplane with electronic flight instruments and moving map navigation (glass cockpit)?

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Increased situational awareness

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Eliminates the need to learn conventional radio-based navigation techniques

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Electronic systems never fail

Question 19

(Refer to figure 25, area 8.) What minimum altitude is required to fly over the Cedar Hill TV towers in the congested area south of NAS Dallas?

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3,549 feet MSL

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3,349 feet MSL

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2,773 feet MSL

Question 20

If the temperature/dewpoint spread is small and decreasing, and the temperature is 62 °F, what type weather is most likely to develop?

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Fog or low clouds

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Freezing precipitation

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Thunderstorms

Question 21

With certain exceptions, Class E airspace extends upward from either 700 feet or 1,200 feet AGL to, but does not include,

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18,000 feet MSL

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10,000 feet MSL

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14,500 feet MSL

Question 22

What is the antidote when a pilot has a hazardous attitude, such as 'Antiauthority'?

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Follow the rules

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Rules do not apply in this situation

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I know what I am doing

Question 23

To get a complete weather briefing for the planned flight, the pilot should request

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a standard briefing

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a general briefing

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an abbreviated briefing

Question 24

A pilot who allows himself to get behind the aircraft, can cause:

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A loss of situational awareness

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A loss of workload

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Internal stress

Question 25

What does the ‘V’ stand for in the ‘PAVE’ checklist?

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Environment

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Vertical

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Vector

Question 26

You’re flying in an area of heavy rain with thunderstorms forecast ahead along your route. What is your best course of action?

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Divert

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Check PIREPs

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Continue On

Question 27

(Refer to figure 40.) Determine the total distance required for takeoff to clear a 50-foot obstacle. OAT Std Pressure altitude 4,000 ft Takeoff weight 2,800 lb Headwind component Calm

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1,750 feet

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2,000 feet

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1,500 feet

Question 28

Low-level turbulence can occur and icing can become hazardous in which type of fog?

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Steam fog

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Upslope fog

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Rain-induced fog

Question 29

(Refer to figure 38.) Determine the total distance required to land over a 50-foot obstacle. Pressure altitude 3,750 ft Headwind 12 kts Temperature Std

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816 feet

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836 feet

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794 feet

Question 30

(Refer to figure 35.) Determine the approximate manifold pressure setting with 2,450 RPM to achieve 65 percent maximum continuous power at 6,500 feet with a temperature of 36 °F higher than standard.

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21.0 inches Hg

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20.8 inches Hg

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19.8 inches Hg

Question 31

If a pilot ignores fuel reserve requirements, the situation might be caused by:

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Lack of flight planning

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Physical stress

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Impulsivity

Question 32

What clouds have the greatest turbulence?

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Cumulonimbus

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Nimbostratus

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Towering cumulus

Question 33

Which V-speed represents maximum landing gear extended speed?

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VLE

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VLO

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VFE

Question 34

A certificated private pilot may not act as pilot in command of an aircraft towing a glider unless there is entered in the pilot's logbook a minimum of

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100 hours of pilot-in-command time in the aircraft category, class, and type, if required, that the pilot is using to tow a glider

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200 hours of pilot-in-command time in the aircraft category, class, and type, if required, that the pilot is using to tow a glider

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100 hours of pilot flight time in any aircraft, that the pilot is using to tow a glider

Question 35

What is the antidote when a pilot has a hazardous attitude, such as 'Invulnerability'?

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It could happen to me

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It can not be that bad

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It will not happen to me

Question 36

To exercise the privileges of BasicMed, what additional documents must the pilot in command have?

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A current and valid U.S. driver’s license, the completed CMEC checklist and BasicMed medical certificate completion course in the pilot’s logbook

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A current and valid U.S. passport, the completed CMEC checklist, and BasicMed medical certificate completion course in the pilot’s logbook

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Either a valid U.S. passport or driver’s license, the completed CMEC checklist, and BasicMed medical certificate completion course in the pilot’s logbook

Question 37

When does P-factor cause the airplane to yaw to the left?

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When at high angles of attack

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When at low angles of attack

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When at high airspeeds

Question 38

The pitot-static system drives the:

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Airspeed indicator, altimeter, and vertical speed indicator

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Airspeed indicator, attitude indicator and heading indicator

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Altimeter, vertical speed indicator, and heading indicator

Question 39

The mature stage of a thunderstorm begins with:

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the start of precipitation

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continuous downdrafts

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formation of the anvil top

Question 40

Which statement relates to Bernoulli's principle?

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Air traveling faster over the curved upper surface of an airfoil causes lower pressure on the top surface

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An additional upward force is generated as the lower surface of the wing deflects air downward

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For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction

Question 41

(Refer to figure 14.) If the terrain elevation is 1,295 feet MSL, what is the height above ground level of the base of the ceiling?

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505 feet AGL

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6,586 feet AGL

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1,295 feet AGL

Question 42

The movement of the air affects the speed at which aircraft move:

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Over the Earth's surface

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In a turn

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Through the air

Question 43

Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, an aircraft may not be operated closer than what distance from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure?

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500 feet

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1,000 feet

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700 feet

Question 44

What conditions are necessary for the formation of thunderstorms?

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High humidity, lifting force, and unstable conditions

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Lifting force, moist air, and extensive cloud cover

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High humidity, high temperature, and cumulus clouds

Question 45

Which would most likely result in hyperventilation?

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Emotional tension, anxiety, or fear

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An extremely slow rate of breathing and insufficient oxygen

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The excessive consumption of alcohol

Question 46

(Refer to figure 36.) With a reported wind of north at 20 knots, which runway (6, 29, or 32) is acceptable for use for an airplane with a 13- knot maximum crosswind component?

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Runway 32

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Runway 29

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Runway 6

Question 47

Which statement is most correct regarding form drag?

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Form drag increases as airspeed increases

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It increases when the weight of the airplane increases

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It decreases as the speed of the airplane increases

Question 48

How does frost affect the lifting surfaces of an airplane on takeoff?

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Frost may prevent the airplane from becoming airborne at normal takeoff speed

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Frost will change the camber of the wing, increasing lift during takeoff

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Frost may cause the airplane to become airborne with a lower angle of attack at a lower indicated airspeed

Question 49

How soon after the conviction for driving while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs shall it be reported to the FAA, Civil Aviation Security Division?

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No later than 60 days after the motor vehicle action

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Required to be reported upon renewal of medical certificate

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No later than 30 working days after the motor vehicle action

Question 50

When operating under BasicMed, where do you need to retain a copy of the Comprehensive Medical Examination Checklist (CMEC)?

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In your logbook (paper or electronic)

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In your possession when operating as PIC on a flight

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At the office of the medical professional who performed your assessment

Question 51

(Refer to figure 51) What information should be entered in the Level field for Item 15 on the International Flight Plan form?

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VFR cruising altitude

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Fuel level

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Cruising speed

Question 52

(Refer to figure 24, area 5.) The navigation facility at Sulphur Springs (SLR) is a:

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VOR/DME

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ADF

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VOR

Question 53

When rolling into a level turn, after which bank angle does load factor substantially increase?

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45 degrees

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30 degrees

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15 degrees

Question 54

What is absolute altitude?

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The vertical distance of the aircraft above the surface

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The height above the standard datum plane

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The altitude read directly from the altimeter

Question 55

In which situation is advection fog most likely to form?

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An air mass moving inland from the coast in winter

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A light breeze blowing colder air out to sea

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A warm, moist air mass on the windward side of mountains

Question 56

Airspace at an airport with a part-time control tower is classified as Class D airspace only

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when the associated control tower is in operation

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when the associated Flight Service Station is in operation

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when the weather minimums are below basic VFR

Question 57

A special VFR clearance authorizes the pilot of an aircraft to operate VFR while within Class D airspace when the visibility is

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at least 1 mile and the aircraft can remain clear of clouds

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less than 1 mile and the ceiling is less than 1,000 feet

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at least 3 miles and the aircraft can remain clear of clouds

Question 58

(Refer to figure 38.) Determine the approximate landing ground roll distance. Pressure altitude 1,250 ft Headwind 8 kts Temperature Std

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366 feet

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275 feet

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470 feet

Question 59

Loading an airplane to the most aft CG will cause the airplane to be

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less stable at all speeds

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less stable at slow speeds, but more stable at high speeds

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less stable at high speeds, but more stable at low speeds

Question 60

(Refer to figure 72.) The horizontal dashed line from point C to point E represents the

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positive limit load factor

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ultimate load factor

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airspeed range for normal operations

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