Exam quiz EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

Which curve represents the induced drag? See Appendix (PFA-011)

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1

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4

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2

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3

Question 2

In day-to-day private flying, which statement is correct for carburettor icing?

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It can occur at temperatures above freezing when humidity is high

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It is a fuel grade

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It improves performance in every case

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It is prevented by switching off fuel

Question 3

Stall speed in level flight is 50 kt. What is the approximate stall speed in a level 45° banked turn?

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59 kt

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50 kt

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69 kt

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49 kt

Question 4

The distance between two airports is 220 NM. On an aeronautical navigation chart the pilot measures 40.7 cm for this distance. The chart scale is...

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1 : 1000000.

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1 : 250000.

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1 : 2000000.

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1 : 500000.

Question 5

Which area is suitable for an off-field landing?

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Harvested cornfield

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Glade with long dry grass

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Plowed field

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Sports area in a village

Question 6

Which of the following documents have to be on board for an international flight? a) Certificate of aircraft registration b) Certificate of airworthiness c) Airworthiness review certificate d) EASA Form 1 e) Aeroplane logbook f) Appropriate documents for every crew member g) Technical logbook

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a, b, c, e, f

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b, c, d, e, f, g

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a, b, e, g

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d, f, g

Question 7

What is the correct operational meaning of diversion?

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It should be planned early when weather, fuel, daylight or aircraft status reduces margins

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It is a radio licence issue

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It is prohibited under VFR

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It is a fuel grade

Question 8

Which statement about standard phraseology is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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It reduces ambiguity and improves safety on the frequency

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It should be replaced by slang

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It is only for airline crews

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It prevents the need to listen

Question 9

What information is broadcasted on a VOLMET frequency?

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Meteorological information

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Navigational information

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NOTAMS

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Current information

Question 10

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

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It is the altimeter setting to indicate elevation above mean sea level

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It is wind direction

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It is cloud amount

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It is aircraft empty mass

Question 11

The shoreline effect is greatest with radio wave propagation...

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At an acute angle to the coast; aircraft below 6000 ft.

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At a right angle to the coast; aircraft below 6000 ft.

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At an acute angle to the coast; aircraft above 6000 ft.

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At a right angle to the coast; aircraft above 6000 ft.

Question 12

Groundspeed is 160 kt and flight time is 18 minutes. What distance is covered?

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48 NM

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60 NM

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36 NM

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18 NM

Question 13

For take-off on runway 36 with wind 240°/12 kt, what are the approximate wind components?

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Crosswind from the left 10.4 kt. Tailwind 6 kt.

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Crosswind from the right 10.4 kt. Tailwind 6 kt.

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Crosswind from the left 6 kt. Tailwind 10.4 kt.

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Crosswind from the right 6 kt. Headwind 10.4 kt.

Question 14

Surface friction causes wind to...

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cross isobars towards lower pressure

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increase to geostrophic speed

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turn exactly parallel to isobars

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stop immediately

Question 15

Which statement is correct? The white arc on an airspeed indicator normally represents...

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the flap operating range

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It is used only in multi-engine aeroplanes

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the never-exceed speed

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the best glide speed only

Question 16

Which human performance statement is correct? A high workload may cause...

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reduced situational awareness

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It cancels legal weather minima

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perfect decision-making

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It improves judgement in all cases

Question 17

Which human performance statement is correct? Stress normally becomes harmful when...

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demands exceed perceived ability to cope

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It is prevented by flying faster

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It cancels legal weather minima

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the checklist is used

Question 18

In controlled airspace below FL 100, the standard VFR flight visibility is at least... when planning entry into controlled airspace

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5 km

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It concerns fuel grade only

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It removes pilot-in-command responsibility

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800 m

Question 19

Given: True course: 255°. TAS: 100 kt. Wind: 200°/10 kt. The true heading equals...

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250°.

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245°.

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275°.

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265°.

Question 20

Which option correctly describes go-around?

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It should be initiated promptly if the approach or landing is unsafe

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It prevents all emergencies

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It is used only by IFR flights

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It is decided only by passengers

Question 21

How can a wind direction indicator be marked for better visibility?

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The wind direction indicator could be surrounded by a white circle

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The wind direction indicator may be mounted on top of the control tower

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The wind direction indicator could be made from green materials

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The wind direction indicator could be located on a big black surface.

Question 22

Where does the condensation water converge in the tank?

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At the lowest position

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It floats on the fuel

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It dissolves in the fuel

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It is mixed with the fuel

Question 23

Noise abatement should be applied...

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without compromising safety

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even if it creates an unsafe flight path

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only after engine failure

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only in IMC

Question 24

Which statement is correct for 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 replaces obstacle planning

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It is checked only after landing

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It applies only to IFR flights

Question 25

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 26

What is the minimum flight visibility in airspace "C" for an aircraft operating under VFR at FL125?

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8 km

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5 km

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2 km

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3 km

Question 27

Total mass is 1040 kg and total moment is 416.0 kg m. What is the centre of gravity arm?

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0.40 m

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0.44 m

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0.36 m

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416.0 m

Question 28

Which option correctly describes runway clearances?

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Take-off, landing, crossing and backtrack clearances require careful readback

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It should be omitted to save time

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It is always transmitted continuously

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They are optional at controlled aerodromes

Question 29

A useful initial action for suspected hyperventilation is to...

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control breathing and reduce the breathing rate

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climb immediately

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drink alcohol

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hold the breath until unconscious

Question 30

For pre-flight preparation, what is the primary purpose of SERA?

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To establish standardised European rules of the air

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To define aircraft maintenance intervals

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It may be ignored on local VFR flights

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It is used only after landing

Question 31

What is correct about spiral dive?

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

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It is a runway lighting signal

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It is used only after landing

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It removes the need for aircraft control

Question 32

For safe PPL(A) operation, which option correctly describes abnormal vibration?

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Power, speed, engine indications and landing options should be managed according to the checklist

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It is a fuel grade

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It always improves performance

Question 33

An Airworthiness Review Certificate confirms...

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that the continuing airworthiness review has been completed

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that the pilot's medical is valid

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that the radio licence has been issued

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that the aerodrome is licensed

Question 34

Which statement about alcohol and medication is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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They can make a pilot unfit to fly even when symptoms seem minor

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They always improve confidence safely

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They are irrelevant below 3000 ft

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They replace sleep

Question 35

The trim tab at the elevator is deflected upwards. In which position is the corresponding indicator?

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Nose-down position

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Neutral position

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Nose-up position

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Laterally trimmed

Question 36

Which navigation statement is correct? QDM is the magnetic bearing...

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to the station

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It improves radio readability only

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It is a passenger briefing item

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It is a runway surface code

Question 37

What devices can be affected by a failure of the electrical system in a helicopter?

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Radio equipment, navigation equipment and gyros

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Fuel quantity indication, radio equipment and altimeter

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Radio equipment, navigation equipment and magnetic compass

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Airspeed indicator, altimeter and artificial horizon

Question 38

Given: TC: 183°; WCA: +011°; MH: 198°; CH: 200° What are the TH and the DEV?

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TH: 194°. DEV: -002°.

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TH: 172°. DEV: +002°.

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TH: 172°. DEV: -002°.

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TH: 194°. DEV: +002°.

Question 39

Which statement about fuel contamination is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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Fuel samples should be checked for water and contamination before flight

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It is checked only after landing

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It improves engine performance

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It is corrected by leaning the mixture only

Question 40

What is NOTAM information used for?

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time-critical aeronautical information

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It is checked only during annual inspection

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aircraft type certificate data only

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It may be ignored on local VFR flights

Question 41

The indication of a magnetic compass deviates from magnetic north direction due to what errors?

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Deviation, turning and acceleration errors

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Gravity and magnetism

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Inclination and declination of the earth's magnetic field

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Variation, turning and acceleration errors

Question 42

During a local VFR flight, which option correctly describes go-around?

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It should be initiated promptly if the approach or landing is unsafe

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It is prohibited after final approach

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It replaces aircraft control

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It is unrelated to runway condition

Question 43

An emergency landing is a landing...

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Conducted in response to circumstances forcing the aircraft to land.

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Conducted without power from the engine.

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Conducted in an attempt to keep up safety regarding an aircraft and its occupants.

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Conducted with the flaps retracted.

Question 44

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about stall?

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A stall occurs when the critical angle of attack is exceeded

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It always improves stability

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It occurs only in turbine aircraft

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It is caused by low fuel pressure only

Question 45

Weather phenomena are most common to be found in which atmospheric layer?

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Troposphere

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Stratosphere

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Tropopause

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Thermosphere

Question 46

What is the unit for electrical power?

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Watt

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Ampere

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Ohm

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Volt

Question 47

What is correct about loss of communication?

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Published procedures and the last clearance or instruction should be followed as applicable

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It is a maintenance entry

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It should be invented by the pilot when busy

Question 48

Contingency fuel is carried to...

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allow for unforeseen variations in fuel consumption or conditions

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replace oil

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cool the brakes

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reduce aircraft mass

Question 49

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A stable approach includes...

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correct speed, configuration, descent path and power by the stabilisation point

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It prevents all emergencies

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It is used only for IFR flights

Question 50

What is the correct operational meaning of workload management?

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Tasks should be prioritised so aircraft control is protected

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It removes the need for checklists

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It is unrelated to workload

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It cancels legal weather minima

Question 51

The "swiss cheese model" can be used to explain the...

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Error chain.

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Procedure for an emergency landing.

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Optimal problem solution.

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State of readiness of a pilot.

Question 52

What should a private pilot remember about startle effect?

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It can delay or disrupt the first response to an unexpected event

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It is useful only after landing

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It cancels legal weather minima

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It is a fuel contamination symptom

Question 53

What should a private pilot remember about forced landing?

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A suitable landing area and aircraft control should be prioritised

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It is a radio licence issue

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Passenger comfort overrides terrain choice

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It replaces aircraft control

Question 54

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about the pitot-static system?

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It supplies pressure information for instruments such as ASI, altimeter and VSI

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It affects only aircraft above FL100

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It improves performance in every case

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It is checked only after landing

Question 55

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

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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 56

In radiotelephony, which statement is correct? The phrase STANDBY means...

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wait and I will call you

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It applies only after shutdown

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It is the same as an ATIS designator

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change frequency immediately

Question 57

What danger does standing water on the runway pose to aircraft?

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Increased rolling resistance during take-off

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Decreased rolling resistance during take-off

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An increase in lift

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A decrease in lift

Question 58

In normal private flying, which statement about METAR is correct?

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It reports observed aerodrome weather at a specific time

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It is an aircraft maintenance forecast

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It is unrelated to wind or cloud

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It is a runway marking

Question 59

Which statement about magneto checks is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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They help confirm each ignition system is operating before take-off

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They set the altimeter

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They check passenger seat belts only

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They replace fuel sampling

Question 60

Which statement about wake turbulence is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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Adequate spacing should be maintained behind larger aircraft

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It affects only jets at high altitude

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It is removed by using landing lights

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It improves climb performance

Question 61

Which performance or flight planning statement is correct? Trip fuel is fuel required...

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from take-off to landing at the destination under planned conditions

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It removes fuel reserve requirements

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only for taxi

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only for engine start

Question 62

Which principle of flight statement is correct? Ailerons control...

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roll

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It is determined only by QNH

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yaw

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It is a radio navigation effect

Question 63

Which point on the aerofoil is represented by number 1? See figure (PFA-009)

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Stagnation point

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Transition point

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Centre of pressure

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Separation point

Question 64

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

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ATC clearance is required before entering controlled airspace

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It applies only to commercial air transport

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It automatically cancels weather minima

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It removes pilot-in-command responsibility

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