Exam quiz EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

From this METAR, what can be concluded? METAR EGXX 121020Z 24012KT 9999 FEW020 12/08 Q1016

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QNH is 1016 hPa

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visibility is 2400 m

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cloud is overcast at 200 ft

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temperature is 8 °C

Question 2

Which meteorological statement is correct? ISA sea-level temperature is...

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+15 °C

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It replaces NOTAM

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+25 °C

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It is a radio licence condition

Question 3

Air consists of oxygen, nitrogen and other gases. What is the approximate percentage of other gases?

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1 %

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0.1 %

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78 %

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21 %

Question 4

When preparing a PPL(A) flight, what is correct about short-field technique?

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It uses the approved procedure to achieve performance with appropriate margins

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It has no effect on distance required

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It cancels obstacle clearance

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It is always favourable in tailwind

Question 5

What is the distance between the parallels of latitude 48°N and 49°N along a meridian line?

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60 NM

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1 NM

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111 NM

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10 NM

Question 6

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

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Reserve fuel provides margin for contingencies, delays and diversion

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It is unrelated to runway surface

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It is a maintenance interval

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Reserve fuel replaces weather planning

Question 7

Which operational procedure statement is correct? In severe turbulence, the pilot should normally...

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reduce to the recommended turbulence penetration speed or below manoeuvring speed as appropriate

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It replaces lookout

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It replaces aircraft control

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It always improves performance

Question 8

A true altitude is...

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An altitude above mean sea level corrected for non-standard temperature.

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A height above ground level corrected for non-standard pressure.

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A height above ground level corrected for non-standard temperature.

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A pressure altitude corrected for non-standard temperature.

Question 9

Wing tip vortex development begins during which phase of flight?

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When lift is being generated during rotation

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As soon as the aircraft starts moving

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While setting take-off power during take-off run

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While setting flaps to lower position

Question 10

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about soft-field technique?

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It aims to reduce drag from the surface and protect the nose wheel

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It cancels obstacle clearance

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It requires heavy braking during take-off

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It always improves performance

Question 11

A construction made of frames and stringer with a supporting skin is called...

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Semi-monocoque construction.

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Honeycomb structure.

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Grid construction.

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Wood- or mixed construction.

Question 12

Which practical rule applies to ATC clearance?

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It authorises a flight to proceed subject to specified conditions

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It applies only to commercial air transport

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It is decided only by the passenger

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It is used only after landing

Question 13

Which statement about best glide speed is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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It gives the best still-air glide range when flown at the published mass or corrected as required

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It gives minimum sink in every aircraft

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It is always manoeuvring speed

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It is chosen by runway heading

Question 14

The angle of descent is defined as...

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The angle between a horizontal plane and the actual flight path, expressed in degrees [°].

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The ratio between the change in height and the horizontal distance travelled within the same time, expressed in percent [%].

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The ratio between the change in height and the horizontal distance travelled within the same time, expressed in degrees [°].

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The angle between a horizontal plane and the actual flight path, expressed in percent [%].

Question 15

In normal private flying, which statement about stall speed in a turn is correct?

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It increases as load factor increases

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It always improves stability

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It prevents every stall

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It is determined only by QNH

Question 16

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

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repeat all or the specified part of your transmission

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It should be omitted to save time

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It removes the need to listen before transmitting

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It cancels standard phraseology

Question 17

A WET runway in current runway condition reporting means...

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Visible dampness or water up to and including 3 mm deep.

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water deeper than 3 mm

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compact snow only

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a dry runway with rubber deposits

Question 18

Which navigation facility may be used for broadcasting the ATIS?

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VOR

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GPS

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DME

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NDB

Question 19

In which situation is it NOT possible to achieve a pressure compensation between the middle ear and the environment?

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The Eustachian tube is blocked

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During a light and slow climb

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All windows are completely closed

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Breathing takes place using the mouth only

Question 20

During an approach the aeroplane experiences a windshear with a decreasing headwind. If the pilot does not make any corrections, how do the approach path and the indicated airspeed (IAS) change?

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Path is lower, IAS decreases

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Path is higher, IAS decreases

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Path is lower, IAS increases

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Path is higher, IAS increases

Question 21

Which option correctly describes lost procedure?

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The pilot should maintain safe flight, fix position if possible and seek assistance

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The pilot should ignore fuel state

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It is a passenger briefing item

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It changes aircraft mass

Question 22

What phrase is used by a pilot to inform the tower about a go-around?

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Going around

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No landing

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Pulling up

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Approach canceled

Question 23

Which option correctly describes best glide speed?

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It gives the best still-air glide range when flown at the published mass or corrected as required

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It changes aircraft registration

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It is measured in litres

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It occurs only in turbine aircraft

Question 24

What is correct 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 changes the aircraft registration

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It affects only aircraft above FL100

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

Question 25

Which statement gives the best operational interpretation of runway surface condition?

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Wet, soft or contaminated surfaces can increase required distances

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It is unrelated to runway surface

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It applies only to IFR flights

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It is always favourable in tailwind

Question 26

A light aircraft intends to land behind a commercial airliner belonging to wake turbulence category "medium" or "heavy" on a long runway. How can the wake turbulence of the commercial aircraft be avoided?

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By making a steep approach and a long landing, touching down behind the touchdown point of the airliner's nose gear

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By making a steep approach and a very short landing. The light aircraft should be able to stop before reaching the airliner's touchdown point

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By making a shallow approach and a long landing, touching down behind the touchdown point of the airliner's nose gear

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By making a shallow approach and a very short landing. The light aircraft should be able to stop before reaching the airliner's touchdown point

Question 27

What is correct about pressure gradient?

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A stronger gradient normally indicates stronger wind

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It is a radio licence condition

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It guarantees smooth air

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It changes magnetic variation

Question 28

Which practical rule applies to flaps?

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They increase lift and drag and change pitching moments

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It is a runway lighting signal

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It cancels drag

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It affects only passengers

Question 29

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 30

Orographic cloud forms when...

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air is forced to rise over terrain

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air descends and warms only

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pressure is constant everywhere

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wind is zero

Question 31

Which statement is correct? A fixed-pitch propeller at a constant throttle setting will normally show lower RPM when...

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the aeroplane climbs and airspeed decreases

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It changes the aircraft registration

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

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It is a fuel grade

Question 32

Which statement about go-around is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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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 is used only by IFR flights

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It replaces fuel planning

Question 33

All aerodynamic forces can be considered to act on a single point. This point is called...

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Centre of pressure.

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Centre of gravity.

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Lift point.

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Transition point.

Question 34

Which listed frequency is suitable for VHF voice communication?

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120.50 MHz

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115.15 MHz

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108.80 MHz

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117.30 kHz

Question 35

A rough magneto check may indicate...

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ignition system or spark plug problems

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a blocked static port only

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wing contamination only

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low tyre pressure only

Question 36

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

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It can cause dizziness and tingling and may be confused with hypoxia

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It increases oxygen saturation usefully in all cases

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It is a radio failure

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It improves decision-making

Question 37

Before departure, what is correct about forced landing?

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A suitable landing area and aircraft control should be prioritised

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It changes magnetic variation

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The transponder replaces landing planning

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It is used only for IFR flights

Question 38

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

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They define minimum visibility and cloud clearance for VFR flight

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It is used only by helicopters

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They are aircraft maintenance limits

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It replaces all ATC instructions

Question 39

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

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Alfa

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Alpha

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Alfa Romeo

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Nectar

Question 40

When reviewing the flight, how should rejected take-off be understood by a private pilot?

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It should be made early if acceleration, control or runway remaining is unsatisfactory

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It is decided only by passengers

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It should be ignored if workload is high

Question 41

During cross-country planning, what remains the responsibility of the pilot-in-command?

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The pilot-in-command remains responsible for safe conduct of the flight

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It concerns fuel grade only

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It is used only by helicopters

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It is a runway lighting signal only

Question 42

Which statement gives the best operational interpretation of induced drag?

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It is associated with lift and is greater at low speed and high lift coefficient

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It is used only after landing

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It is a radio navigation effect

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It always improves stability

Question 43

A turn and bank (or turn and slip) coordinator provides information regarding...

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The rate of turn and coordination, i.e. slip or skid, of the turn.

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The coordination of the turn and slip angle.

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The pitch and bank angle of the aircraft.

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The rate of turn and bank angle of the aircraft.

Question 44

The static pressure of gases work...

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In all directions.

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Only vertical to the flow direction.

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Only in the direction of the total pressure.

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Only in flow direction.

Question 45

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A precautionary landing is considered when...

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continuing the flight may become unsafe

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It replaces aircraft control

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It is a fuel grade

Question 46

An early symptom of hypoxia may be...

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impaired judgement and euphoria

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improved night vision

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instant pain in the ears

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increased hearing range

Question 47

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

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no or permission not granted

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It is a fuel planning term

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It is always transmitted continuously

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It should be invented by the pilot when busy

Question 48

What is the correct way of using the aircraft call sign at first contact?

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Using all characters

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Using the first two characters only

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Using the last two characters only

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Using the first three characters only

Question 49

Groundspeed is 120 kt and flight time is 30 minutes. What distance is covered?

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60 NM

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72 NM

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48 NM

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30 NM

Question 50

Which statement gives the best operational interpretation of performance margin?

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A conservative margin should remain after applying actual conditions and limitations

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It is always favourable in tailwind

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Margins apply only to airline operations

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It affects only radio phraseology

Question 51

Which meteorological statement is correct? A warm front often brings...

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layer cloud and steady precipitation

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It removes the need for alternates

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It changes magnetic variation

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only dust devils

Question 52

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 53

What should a private pilot remember about ETA updates?

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They support fuel management, daylight planning and arrival coordination

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It guarantees terrain clearance

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It is set by the transponder

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It is a passenger briefing item

Question 54

What values are usually marked with a red line on instrument displays?

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Operational limits

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Caution areas

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Recommended areas

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Operational areas

Question 55

Which answer is correct concerning stress?

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Stress can occur if there seems to be no solution for a given problem

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Training and experience have no influence on the occurrence of stress

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Stress and its different symptoms are irrelevant for flight safety

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Everybody reacts to stress in the same manner

Question 56

Wake turbulence is caused by...

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Pressure compensation at the wingtip of an aerofoil.

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Wind shear at the wingtip of an aerofoil.

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Jet blast behind a turbine engine.

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Turbulence at the downwind side of a mountain range.

Question 57

Which statement gives the best operational interpretation of fuel reserve?

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Reserve fuel provides margin for contingencies, delays and diversion

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It is a maintenance interval

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Reserve fuel is optional on all VFR flights

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It affects only radio phraseology

Question 58

Which meteorological statement is correct? Structural icing is most likely in...

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visible moisture at temperatures near and below 0 °C

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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 59

What should a private pilot remember about runway condition reporting?

Accepted Answer

Water deeper than 3 mm on the runway surface.

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It is replaced by the journey log

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It is checked only during annual inspection

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dry snow

Question 60

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

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It helps passengers understand restraints, doors, emergency actions and sterile-cockpit needs

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It replaces pilot training

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It is only needed after landing

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It removes the need for seat belts

Question 61

Which statement is correct for QNH readback?

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It helps ensure the correct altimeter setting is used

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It is a runway surface condition

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It is used only after landing

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It changes QNH automatically

Question 62

Carbon monoxide poisoning is dangerous because...

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it reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen

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it improves night vision

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it increases oxygen saturation

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it blocks the static port

Question 63

The barometric altimeter with QFE setting indicates...

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Height above the pressure level at airfield elevation.

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True altitude above MSL.

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Height above MSL.

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Height above standard pressure 1013.25 hPa.

Question 64

For a given aircraft weight and configuration, wake turbulence is strongest when the generating aircraft is...

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When flying at low speeds

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When flying at high speeds

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When flying at high altitudes

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When flying at low altitudes

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