Quiz ppl-en 120 questions on 120 minutes


1 - Given the following conditions, the climb speed equals... Outside air temperature: -20° C Pressure altitude: 10000 ft See annex (PFP-011) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 11
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2 - Wing tip vortex development begins during which phase of flight?
3 - What is the correct term for the system which, among others, controls breathing, digestion, and heart frequency?
4 - How much taxi fuel must be consumed before take-off to reduce the aircraft mass to the maximum take-off mass? Maximum ramp mass (MRM): 1150 kg Actual ramp mass: 1148 kg Maximum take-off mass (MTOM): 1145 kg
5 - What does a readability of 2 indicate?
6 - Wings level after a longer period of turning can lead to the impression of...
7 - What does the octane rating or fuel grade describe?
8 - The transponder code in case of a radio communication failure is...
9 - The occurence of a vertigo is most likely when moving the head...
10 - At which airspeed do you climb to flight level (FL) 75 after a departure from an airfield which is located at a pressure altitude of 3000 ft with an initial mass of 3000 lbs? OAT at airfield: 25° C OAT in FL 75: 0° C See annex (PFP-023) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 14
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11 - The pilot wants to proceed directly to the beacon. The wind is calm. The pilot should follow a QDM of... See figure (NAV-019) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 6
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12 - A wind shear is...
13 - Given values: Calculated take-off mass = 746 kg calculated CG = 37.1 cm fuel burn = 30.5 l on station 45 cm. Where is the CG situated after the landing?
14 - The term "center of gravity" is defined as...
15 - Pressure drag, interference drag and friction drag belong to the group of the...
16 - What is the meaning of "risky shift"?
17 - How are the flight controls on a small single-engine piston aircraft normally controlled and actuated?
18 - Given: Calibrated airspeed (CAS): 155 kt. Flight level (FL) 80. Outside air temperature (OAT): +15° C. The true airspeed (TAS) equals...
19 - The barometric altimeter with QNH setting indicates...
20 - Point number 5 in the figure indicates which flight state? See figure (PFA-008) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 5
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21 - Why is it dangerous to pump the throttle for engine start in cold weather?
22 - What kind of information should be included in an urgency message?
23 - What weather conditions may be expected during conditionally unstable conditions?
24 - The ongoing process to monitor the current flight situation is called...
25 - The change in pitch at a propeller blade from the root to the tip ensures...
26 - When is it necessary to adjust the pressure in the reference scale of an alitimeter?
27 - What ist the correct term for an involuntary and stereotypical reaction of an organism to the stimulation of a receptor?
28 - Which of the following options states a correct position report?
29 - The differenz between indicated DME slant range and horizontal distance from the DME station increases...
30 - A flight is called a "visual flight", if the...
31 - In which outside air temperature is icing most likely?
32 - What is the meaning of an area marked as "TMZ"?
33 - May an engine, which previously was on fire, be restarted?
34 - Information about pressure patterns and frontal situation can be found in which chart?
35 - Which transponder code has to be set unrequested during an emergency?
36 - Which of the following frequencies is designated for VHF voice communication?
37 - What is the difference between primary and secondary radar?
38 - A VHF direction finder (VDF) can determine...
39 - Which effect does a decreasing airspeed have on the induced drag during a horizontal and stable cruise flight?
40 - How should a landing on a contaminated runway be conducted if it proves to be inevitable?
41 - A flight level is a...
42 - In what situation is it appropriate to set the transponder code 7600?
43 - Which kind of engine is susceptible to carburettor fire?
44 - Which statement about the airflow around an aerofoil is correct if the angle of attack decreases?
45 - What has to be done before entering a TMZ?
46 - What is the ISA standard pressure at FL 180 (5500 m)?
47 - Under which circumstances may a runway be considered to be contaminated?
48 - In which situation is it NOT possible to achieve a pressure compensation between the middle ear and the environment?
49 - What must be considered if the alternator fails in a helicopter?
50 - What is meant by "inversion layer"?
51 - What visual flight conditions can be expected after the passage of a cold front?
52 - The term "flight time" is defined as...
53 - What is the meaning of a flashing green light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft in flight?
54 - A transponder with the ability to send the current pressure level is a...
55 - What is the meaning of "DETRESFA"?
56 - The drag coefficient...
57 - The term "datum" with regard to a mass and balance calculation defines...
58 - What does a cloud coverage of "SCT" mean in a METAR weather report?
59 - Which dangerous attitudes are often combined?
60 - What is the primary purpose of an aircraft accident investigation?
61 - An aeroplane's current supply is carried out by the: 1. Battery 2. Generator 3. Relay 4. Circuit breaker
62 - What is the true airspeed (TAS) [kt] and fuel consumption [l/h] for cruise flight with 70 % power in flight level 60 under the following conditions? Temperature: ISA - 20° C QNH: 980 hPa See annex (PFP-012) (2,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 10
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63 - The term 'isogonal' or 'isogonic line' is defined as a line on an aeronautical chart, connecting all points with the same value of...
64 - In which way may an altimeter subscale which is set to an incorrect QNH lead to an incorrect altimeter reading?
65 - What could be a reason for changing the runway indicators at aerodromes (e.g. from runway 06 to runway 07)?
66 - What is the gas composition of "air"?
67 - What visual flight conditions can be expected within the warm sector of a polar front low during summer time?
68 - Which phrase does a pilot use when he / she wants to check the readability of his / her transmission?
69 - In which way should a pilot confirm received light signals in flight?
70 - Where is the aircraft located in relation to the VOR? See annex (NAV-022) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 7
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71 - Which climb speed may be used to optimize the rate of climb (e.g. to reach a desired altitude within minimum time)?
72 - The center of gravity (CG) defines...
73 - Immediately after lift-off, a microburst is entered inadvertently. Which action might avoid an unintentional descent?
74 - In comparison to the true airspeed in still air conditions, the TAS in a strong tailwind will be...
75 - At what rate does the temperature change with increasing height according to ISA (ICAO Standard Atmosphere) within the troposphere?
76 - Which altitude is displayed on the altimeter when set to a specific QFE?
77 - What cloud sequence can typically be observed during the passage of a warm front?
78 - An aerodrome beacon (ABN) is a...
79 - Where can the type of restriction for a restricted airspace be found?
80 - Which method is appropriate to approach an unprepared landing field?
81 - The red marking at the end of the yellow arc (5) indicates which airspeed? See figure (PFP-008) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 8
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82 - What should be considered regarding a scheduled flight over water, when land cannot be reached in case of an emergency landing?
83 - The angle between the true course and the true heading is called...
84 - Which of the human senses is most influenced by hypoxia?
85 - What is indicated by a pattern of longitudinal stripes of uniform dimensions disposed symmetrically about the centerline of a runway?
86 - Which of the following factors affects the reception of VHF transmissions?
87 - An aircraft in the northern hemisphere intends to turn on the shortest way from a heading of 360° to a heading of 270°. At approximately which indication of the magnetic compass should the turn be terminated?
88 - Carbon monoxide poisoning can be caused by...
89 - The distance from 'A' to 'B' measures 120 NM. At a distance of 55 NM from 'A' the pilot realizes a deviation of 7 NM to the right. What approximate course change must be made to reach 'B' directly?
90 - Which transponder code indicates a loss of radio communication?
91 - Which phrase is to be used when a pilot wants the tower to know that he is ready for take-off?
92 - What is the meaning of the phrase "Correction"?
93 - During a VFR flight the remaining usable fuel at a checkpoint is 80 USG. Reserve fuel is 20 USG, remaining flight time according to flight plan is 2h 20min. What is the highest acceptable fuel flow (FF) for the rest of the trip?
94 - The altimeter's reference scale is set to airfield pressure (QFE). What indication is shown during the flight?
95 - In what case is visibility transmitted in meters?
96 - What is the meaning of a flashing green light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft on ground?
97 - Which curve represents the induced drag? See Appendix (PFA-011)
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98 - A Pre-Flight Information Bulletin (PIB) is a presentation of current...
99 - What effects typically result from propeller icing?
100 - The possession of a european PPL(A) entitles the holder to...
101 - What is the unit for voltage?
102 - Compared to trailing edge flaps, leading edge devices like Slots...
103 - About how many axes does an aircraft move and how are these axes called?
104 - SIGMET warnings are issued for...
105 - What can be expected for the prevailling wind with isobars on a surface weather chart showing large distances?
106 - Leaving a control frequency (except when reaching the final parking position)...
107 - Which statement about a rhumb line is correct?
108 - In which situations should a pilot use blind transmissions?
109 - What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace "C" at and above FL 100 for an aircraft operating under VFR?
110 - What kind of hydraulic oil is used in aeroplane systems today?
111 - Which of the following options are possible SSR-Transponder modes?
112 - Visual illusions are mostly caused by...
113 - Which parts of an aircraft mainly affect the generation of induced drag?
114 - Which answer contains every state of water found in the atmosphere?
115 - The temperature lapse rate with increasing height within the troposphere according ISA is...
116 - After take-off an aeroplane gets into a wind shear with decreasing headwind. As a result...
117 - Given the following data: Take-Off fuel = 200 lbs Alternate fuel = 40 lbs Final reserve fuel = 30 lbs After 25 minutes the remaining fuel is 120 lbs. Assuming that fuel flow will remain unchanged, the remaining time to the destination should not exceed:
118 - Given: TC: 183°; WCA: +011°; MH: 198°; CH: 200° What are TH and VAR?
119 - Which type of ice forms by very small water droplets and ice crystals hitting the front surfaces of an aircraft?
120 - The pressure at MSL in ISA conditions is...