Exam quiz EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

For safe PPL(A) operation, how should parasite drag be understood?

Accepted Answer

It generally increases as airspeed increases

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It applies only on the ground

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It is a runway lighting signal

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It decreases with the square of speed

Question 2

A balanced turn requires...

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coordinated use of aileron and rudder

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rudder only

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elevator only

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no control input

Question 3

Given: True course from A to B: 283°. Ground distance: 75 NM. TAS: 105 kt. Headwind component: 12 kt. Estimated time of departure (ETD): 1242 UTC. The estimated time of arrival (ETA) is...

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1330 UTC

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1430 UTC

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1356 UTC

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1320 UTC

Question 4

The balance arm is the horizontal distance between...

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The C.G. of a mass and the datum line

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The front C.G. limit and the datum line

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The C.G. of a mass and the rear C.G. limit

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The front C.G. limit and the rear C.G. limit

Question 5

Microbursts are hazardous because they can cause...

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rapid changes in wind and strong downdrafts

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only better climb performance

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no effect near the ground

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a lower stall speed

Question 6

A flight is called a "visual flight", if the...

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Flight is conducted under visual flight rules.

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Visibility in flight is more than 8 km.

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Visibility in flight is more than 5 km.

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Flight is conducted in visual meteorological conditions.

Question 7

Which option correctly describes wind shear?

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It can cause sudden changes in airspeed, flight path and performance

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It is unrelated to wind or cloud

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It applies only after landing

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It is a runway marking

Question 8

During VFR flight planning, what is the primary purpose of SERA?

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It provides standardised European rules of the air

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It is decided only by the passenger

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It concerns fuel grade only

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It is a runway lighting signal only

Question 9

When extending the flaps for landing at constant angle of attack, in which way does the lift coefficient change far before reaching the maximum lift coefficient?

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It increases

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It decreases

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It is not possible to define

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It remains constant

Question 10

Which statement about workload management is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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Tasks should be prioritised so aircraft control is protected

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All tasks should be done at once

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Navigation should replace aircraft control

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Checklists should always be skipped

Question 11

What should a private pilot remember about runway surface condition?

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Wet, soft or contaminated surfaces can increase required distances

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It always improves performance

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It replaces weather planning

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It has no effect on distance required

Question 12

With other factors remaining constant, decreasing temperature results in...

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Decreasing spread and increasing relative humidity.

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Decreasing spread and decreasing relative humidity.

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Increasing spread and decreasing relative humidity.

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Increasing spread and increasing relative humidity.

Question 13

For safe PPL(A) operation, how should performance margin be understood?

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A conservative margin should remain after applying actual conditions and limitations

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It removes fuel reserve requirements

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It is ignored below maximum take-off mass

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It is a passenger comfort item only

Question 14

In normal private flying, which statement about wind shear is correct?

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It can cause sudden changes in airspeed, flight path and performance

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It changes magnetic variation

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It replaces NOTAM

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It applies only to turbine aircraft

Question 15

Which practical rule applies to landing distance?

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It must be assessed using expected mass, runway condition, wind and required safety margin

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It applies only to IFR flights

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It is unrelated to runway condition

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It changes aircraft registration

Question 16

A pilot requesting Special VFR must expect... when planning entry into controlled airspace

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an ATC clearance and compliance with the published conditions

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It is a runway lighting signal only

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It may be ignored on local VFR flights

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It automatically cancels weather minima

Question 17

In normal private flying, which statement about airspace monitoring is correct?

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Position, altitude and route must be monitored to avoid infringements

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It cancels controlled airspace limits

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It replaces NOTAM checks

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It is used only after landing

Question 18

Wake turbulence from a heavier aircraft is strongest when it is...

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heavy, slow and clean

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light, fast and parked

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taxiing with engine off

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descending with no lift

Question 19

What is the correct operational meaning of flight control freedom?

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Controls should move fully and correctly before flight

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It is checked only after landing

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It is corrected by changing radio frequency

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It is unrelated to airworthiness

Question 20

Stall speed in level flight is 55 kt. What is the approximate stall speed in a level 30° banked turn?

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59 kt

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55 kt

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69 kt

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49 kt

Question 21

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A forced landing pattern should be planned to...

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arrive at the selected field with suitable height and configuration

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keep the engine at full power after failure

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It applies only during cruise

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It is unrelated to runway condition

Question 22

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A runway incursion risk is reduced by...

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clear readbacks, situational awareness and stopping if unsure

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It is a radio licence issue

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It is done only after shutdown

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It replaces lookout

Question 23

Which statement about confirmation bias is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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It can make a pilot favour information that supports the desired plan

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It guarantees correct decisions

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It improves weather minima

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It replaces alternates

Question 24

Which statement about checklist use is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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It reduces omission errors and supports correct abnormal handling

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It replaces aircraft control

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It should always be skipped under stress

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It is used only for maintenance

Question 25

What is the correct operational meaning of pressure altitude?

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It is used with temperature to assess density altitude and performance

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It is unrelated to runway surface

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It removes fuel reserve requirements

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It affects only radio phraseology

Question 26

What does the term "confirmation bias" mean?

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The preference to find arguments to proof the own mental model

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The feedback loop in a closed communication

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The bias to confirm each radio call

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The critical check of ambiguous situations in flight

Question 27

What is the correct operational meaning of passenger management?

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Briefing passengers and managing distractions supports cockpit safety

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It is unrelated to workload

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It is measured by the altimeter

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Passenger questions should be answered during critical tasks

Question 28

The word BREAK BREAK is used to...

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separate messages to different aircraft in a busy transmission

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request a coffee break

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declare fuel endurance

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report turbulence

Question 29

Which statement gives the best operational interpretation of parasite drag?

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It generally increases as airspeed increases

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It always improves stability

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It is measured in litres

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It prevents every stall

Question 30

What is correct about centre of gravity limits?

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The CG must remain within approved limits for stability and control

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It is always favourable in tailwind

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CG may be ignored if below maximum mass

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It affects only radio phraseology

Question 31

In the ICAO spelling alphabet, the letter I is transmitted as...

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India

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Alpha

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Alfa Romeo

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Nectar

Question 32

Which option correctly describes climb performance?

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It may be limiting when obstacles, high mass or high density altitude are present

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It is unrelated to mass

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It changes aircraft registration

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It is unrelated to runway surface

Question 33

Which constructive feature has the purpose to reduce steering forces?

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Aerodynamic rudder balance

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T-tail

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Vortex generators

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Differential aileron deflection

Question 34

What should a private pilot remember about pressure gradient?

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A stronger gradient normally indicates stronger wind

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It is unrelated to wind or cloud

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It is checked only once per year

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It removes turbulence

Question 35

At about 10000 ft during a day VFR flight, what should the pilot remember?

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oxygen deficiency becomes more relevant and judgement may be affected

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night vision is always improved

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hypoxia is impossible below FL 200

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alcohol has no effect at altitude

Question 36

In airspace "D" a Boeing 737 and a Cessna 152 are flying on crossing courses. Which aeroplane has to divert?

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The aeroplane flying from right to left has priority, the other one has to divert

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The Cessna 152, because IFR and commercial flights have priority

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The air traffic control (ATC) has to decide which one has to divert

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The Boeing 737, because an airliner has greater power reserves

Question 37

Which operational procedure statement is correct? After engine failure after take-off, the first priority is to...

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maintain a safe flying speed and select a suitable landing area ahead

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It replaces lookout

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raise the nose to gain height

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It replaces aircraft control

Question 38

For safe PPL(A) operation, how should runway slope be understood?

Accepted Answer

It affects acceleration during take-off and deceleration during landing

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It is set by the transponder

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It applies only to IFR flights

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It removes fuel reserve requirements

Question 39

Before departure, what is the primary purpose of SERA?

Accepted Answer

It provides standardised European rules of the air

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It is used only after landing

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It is valid only outside controlled airspace

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It is replaced by the journey log

Question 40

Which practical rule applies to VMC minima?

Accepted Answer

They define minimum visibility and cloud clearance for VFR flight

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It removes pilot-in-command responsibility

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It applies only to commercial air transport

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It automatically cancels weather minima

Question 41

When preparing a PPL(A) flight, what is correct about landing distance?

Accepted Answer

It must be assessed using expected mass, runway condition, wind and required safety margin

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It is always shorter with tailwind

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It is ignored below maximum take-off mass

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It is checked only after landing

Question 42

What is the approximate load factor in a level 50° banked turn?

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1.6

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1.00

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3.80

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0.50

Question 43

What is the correct operational meaning of the ENR section of the AIP?

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ENR

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It is used only by helicopters

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OPS

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It is a maintenance planning document

Question 44

How should radio check readability be understood by a private pilot?

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Readability reports indicate how well the transmission is received

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It should be invented by the pilot when busy

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It is used only in uncontrolled airspace

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They determine cloud base

Question 45

The phrase SAY AGAIN means...

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repeat all or the specified part of your transmission

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speak more quietly

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cancel my clearance

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read back my heading

Question 46

When preparing a PPL(A) flight, what is correct about VOR radials?

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A radial is a magnetic bearing from the station

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It is the same as QNH

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It is measured in litres

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It improves radio readability only

Question 47

Which statement gives the best operational interpretation of pressure gradient?

Accepted Answer

A stronger gradient normally indicates stronger wind

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It replaces NOTAM

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It always reduces landing distance

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It is unrelated to wind

Question 48

What is correct about obstacle clearance?

Accepted Answer

It must be considered during take-off, climb, approach and landing planning

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It replaces weight and balance

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It changes aircraft registration

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It is a passenger comfort item only

Question 49

What information is provided in the general part (GEN) of the AIP?

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Map icons, list of radio nav aids, time for sunrise and sunset, airport fees, air traffic control fees

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Table of content, classification of airfields with corresponding maps, approach charts, taxi charts, restricted and dangerous airspaces

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Warnings for aviation, ATS airspaces and routes, restricted and dangerous airspaces

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Access restrictions for airfields, passenger controls, requirements for pilots, licence samples and validity periods

Question 50

What is the correct way to transmit the call sign OE-JVK?

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Oscar Echo Juliett Victor Kilo

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Omega Echo Jankee Victor Kilo

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Oscar Echo Jankee Victor Kilogramm

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Oscar Echo Juliett Victor Kias

Question 51

When reviewing the flight, what is correct about hypoxia?

Accepted Answer

It can impair judgement and performance before the pilot fully recognises it

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It is a maintenance issue

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It occurs only underwater

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It replaces pre-flight planning

Question 52

The occurrence of a vertigo is most likely when moving the head...

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During a turn.

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During a straight horizontal flight.

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During a descent.

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During a climb.

Question 53

Number 3 in the drawing corresponds to the... See figure (PFA-010)

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Camber line

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Chord

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Thickness

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Chord line

Question 54

In practical private flying, what should a private pilot remember about trim?

Accepted Answer

Trim reduces sustained control forces but does not replace active aircraft control

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It is used only after landing

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Trim prevents all stalls

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It changes aircraft registration

Question 55

In airspace class E, what should a PPL(A) pilot remember when planning a diversion?

Accepted Answer

VFR flights may operate without individual ATC clearance unless otherwise specified

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It replaces all ATC instructions

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It is valid only outside controlled airspace

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It is used only by helicopters

Question 56

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Behind a landing large aircraft, a light aeroplane should...

Accepted Answer

stay above its glide path and land beyond its touchdown point if safe

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It is a fuel grade

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It is a radio licence issue

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fly below its path

Question 57

The purpose of the fuel selector is to...

Accepted Answer

selects the tank or fuel source according to the aircraft design

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measure magnetic variation

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set the altimeter subscale

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change the aircraft registration

Question 58

When preparing a PPL(A) flight, what is correct about obstacle clearance?

Accepted Answer

It must be considered during take-off, climb, approach and landing planning

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It has no effect on distance required

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It is a maintenance interval

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It affects only radio phraseology

Question 59

True course 270°, TAS 120 kt, wind 180°/30 kt. What is the approximate wind correction?

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14° to the left

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14° to the right

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0°

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24° to the left

Question 60

Which is the colour of runway edge lights?

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White

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Red

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Blue

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Green

Question 61

What weather phenomenon designated by "2" has to be expected on the lee side during "Foehn" conditions? See figure (MET-001).

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Altocumulus lenticularis

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Altocumulus Castellanus

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Nimbostratus

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Cumulonimbus

Question 62

Which statement about spiral dive is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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It is a steep descending turn with increasing airspeed and unstalled wings

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It is always a stall

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Airspeed remains constant

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It is recovered by holding back pressure only

Question 63

The slip/skid indicator shows...

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whether the aeroplane is in balanced flight

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altitude above sea level

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magnetic heading

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engine oil pressure

Question 64

What is the correct way of acknowledging "You are now entering airspace Delta"?

Accepted Answer

Roger

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Entering

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Wilco

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Airspace Delta

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