Exam quiz Air Law - EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane)

Question 1

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 2

For a daytime Special VFR flight within a control zone, what is required?

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an ATC clearance and compliance with the published conditions

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automatic priority over IFR traffic

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no communication requirement

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no visibility limitation

Question 3

For normal VFR entry into Class D airspace below 10 000 ft AMSL (or FL 100 as applicable), what is the minimum flight visibility?

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5 km

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1500 m

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800 m

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10 km

Question 4

Which practical rule applies to the AIP?

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It contains permanent aeronautical information for flight planning and operation

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It contains only short-term changes issued as NOTAM.

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It contains only aircraft maintenance instructions.

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It is a private record of the pilot's individual flights.

Question 5

Two aircraft are approaching head-on, or approximately so, and there is a danger of collision. What must each pilot do?

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Alter course to the right.

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Alter course to the left.

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The pilot of the heavier aircraft must climb.

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The pilot of the lighter aircraft must climb.

Question 6

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

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The required clearance or permission must be obtained before entry

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Selecting a conspicuity transponder code always grants entry.

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Making an initial radio call always grants entry without a clearance.

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Remaining in visual conditions always grants entry without a required clearance.

Question 7

What are the minimum distances to clouds for a VFR flight in airspace "B"?

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Horizontally 1.500 m, vertically 300 m

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Horizontally 1.500 m, vertically 1.000 m

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Horizontally 1.000 m, vertically 1.500 ft

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Horizontally 1.000 m, vertically 300 m

Question 8

Of what shape is a landing direction indicator?

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T

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L

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A straight arrow

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An angled arrow

Question 9

Which are the different parts of the Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)?

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GEN, ENR, AD

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GEN, MET, RAC

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GEN, COM, MET

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GEN, AGA, COM

Question 10

A steady red light signal to an aircraft in flight means...

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Give way and continue circling.

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Cleared to land.

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Return for landing.

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Aerodrome unsafe, do not land.

Question 11

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about aerodrome operating information?

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Published procedures, runway data and local restrictions must be checked before use

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An old chart always takes precedence over current published aerodrome information.

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Local operating restrictions apply only to airline flights.

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Only runway length needs checking; surface condition and published procedures are irrelevant.

Question 12

Which statement about restricted, prohibited and danger areas is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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Their status and limits must be checked during flight planning

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They are always inactive at weekends

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They apply only to IFR flights

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They may be ignored below circuit height

Question 13

A transponder with the ability to send the current pressure level is a...

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Mode C or S transponder

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Pressure-decoder.

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Mode A transponder.

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Transponder approved for airspace "B".

Question 14

What should a private pilot remember about a prohibited area?

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not permitted except as published or authorised

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always permitted under VFR

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permitted only below 1000 ft AGL

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permitted when a flight plan is filed

Question 15

Which practical rule applies to accident and incident reporting?

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Occurrences must be reported according to the applicable rules

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Accidents need be reported only when passengers request it.

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A private pilot is always exempt from occurrence-reporting requirements.

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Reporting an occurrence can always be postponed until the next annual aircraft inspection.

Question 16

What is correct about aircraft documents?

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Required documents must be valid and available as required by the operation

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They are optional on every flight

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They replace the licence

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They are used only after an accident

Question 17

Which of the following options are possible SSR-Transponder modes?

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A, C, S

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A, C, R

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B, C, V

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B, R, S

Question 18

A flight information region (FIR) is defined as airspace in which which services are provided?

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FIS (flight information service), ALR (alerting service)

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ATC (air traffic control), FIS (flight information service)

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AIS (aeronautical information service), SAR (search and rescue)

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ATC (air traffic control), AIS (aeronautical information service)

Question 19

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

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The assigned code and mode should be used as instructed or required

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Standby is always required in controlled airspace

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Codes may be invented by the pilot

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The transponder replaces radio communication

Question 20

What is the correct phrase with respect to wake turbulence to indicate that a light aircraft is following an aircraft of a higher wake turbulence category?

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Caution wake turbulence

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Danger jet blast

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Be careful wake winds

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Attention propwash

Question 21

Which practical rule applies to SERA?

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It provides standardised European rules of the air

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It defines only the maintenance intervals for European aircraft.

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It establishes only the technical requirements for aircraft type certification.

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It replaces all national aircraft registration requirements.

Question 22

In normal private flying, which statement about restricted, prohibited and danger areas is correct?

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Their status and limits must be checked during flight planning

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They are always inactive at weekends

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They apply only to IFR flights

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They may be ignored below circuit height

Question 23

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 24

Which statement about an aircraft being overtaken in flight is correct?

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The aircraft being overtaken has right of way.

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The overtaken aircraft must turn left to make room.

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The overtaken aircraft must descend to make room.

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The overtaking aircraft has priority because it is faster.

Question 25

The validity of a medical examination certificate class 2 for a 62 years old pilot is...

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12 Months.

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60 Months.

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48 Months.

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24 Months

Question 26

What is the correct operational meaning of ATC clearance?

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It authorises a flight to proceed subject to specified conditions

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It transfers the pilot's responsibility for safe flight entirely to ATC.

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It automatically permits normal VFR flight below the applicable VMC minima.

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It authorises any route or altitude the pilot chooses, regardless of its conditions.

Question 27

During a flight at FL 80, the altimeter setting has to be...

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1013.25 hPa.

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1030.25 hPa.

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Local QFE.

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Local QNH.

Question 28

Before entering a transponder mandatory zone (TMZ), what is normally required?

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Operate the required Mode A/C or Mode S transponder, unless complying with alternative provisions prescribed for that TMZ.

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switch off the transponder to avoid interference

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contact only the destination aerodrome

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fly below 500 ft AGL

Question 29

Before entering a radio mandatory zone (RMZ), what is normally required?

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Establish and maintain the required radio communication, unless complying with alternative provisions prescribed for that RMZ.

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Enter without making a radio call whenever the flight is VFR.

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Select code 7600 for every entry, even with a serviceable radio.

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File an IFR flight plan instead of meeting the RMZ communication requirements.

Question 30

Before entering a control zone under Special VFR, what must the pilot obtain and comply with?

Accepted Answer

an ATC clearance and compliance with the published conditions

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automatic priority over IFR traffic

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no communication requirement

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no visibility limitation

Question 31

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

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It provides time-critical aeronautical information that may affect a flight

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It is used only to publish permanent changes to pilot licensing rules.

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It replaces the need to consult all relevant AIP information.

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It remains valid indefinitely without any effective dates or cancellation.

Question 32

What is the meaning of the illustrated ground signal as shown in the signal area of an aerodrome? See figure (ALW-012)

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After take-off and before landing all turns have to be made to the right

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Caution, manoeuvring area is poor

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Prohibition on landing for a longer period

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Ground movement restricted to hard surfaces

Question 33

What is the subject of ICAO Annex 1?

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Flight crew licensing

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Air traffic services

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Rules of the air

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Operation of aircraft

Question 34

What does a flashing red light signal directed at an aircraft in flight mean?

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Aerodrome unsafe, do not land.

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Cleared to land.

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Give way and continue circling.

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Return for landing.

Question 35

How should right-of-way rules be understood by a private pilot?

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They help prevent collisions but do not remove the need for lookout

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Having right of way removes the need to monitor other traffic.

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They apply only to flights within controlled airspace.

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A pilot with right of way must never manoeuvre to avoid a collision.

Question 36

What is the purpose of the signal square at an aerodrome?

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It contains special symbols to indicate the conditions at the aerodrome visually to over-flying aircraft

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It is an illuminated area on which search and rescue and fire fighting vehicles are placed

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Aircraft taxi to this square to get light signals for taxi and take-off clearance

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It is a specially marked area to pick up or drop towing objects

Question 37

For an international VFR flight, what is the purpose of the journey log or equivalent record?

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records relevant flight and operational data

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It certifies the pilot's medical fitness.

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It grants the aircraft a new certificate of registration after each flight.

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It serves as the ATC clearance for every flight.

Question 38

In airspace class G, what should a PPL(A) pilot remember near a controlled aerodrome?

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it is uncontrolled airspace

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it is always controlled airspace

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only IFR traffic is allowed

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VFR flight is prohibited

Question 39

Which practical rule applies to restricted, prohibited and danger areas?

Accepted Answer

Their status and limits must be checked during flight planning

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They are always inactive at weekends

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They apply only to IFR flights

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They may be ignored below circuit height

Question 40

In airspace class G, what should a PPL(A) pilot remember below FL 100?

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it is uncontrolled airspace

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it is always controlled airspace

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only IFR traffic is allowed

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VFR flight is prohibited

Question 41

Which statement about right-of-way rules is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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They help prevent collisions but do not remove the need for lookout

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Having right of way removes the need to monitor other traffic.

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They apply only to flights within controlled airspace.

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A pilot with right of way must never manoeuvre to avoid a collision.

Question 42

When two aircraft approach head-on, what action is required?

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Alter course to the right.

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alter course to the left

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climb

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descend

Question 43

The Runway Condition Code ranges from...

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0 to 6

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1 to 6

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0 to 9

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1 to 9

Question 44

What is the meaning of a flashing red light signal at a controlled aerodrome directed to an aircraft in flight?

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Airport unsafe, do not land

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Return for landing, followed by steady green at the appropriate time

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Cleared to land

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Give way to other aircraft and continue circling

Question 45

An EASA PPL(A) holder may act as PIC...

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on non-commercial flights within the privileges and ratings held

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on any commercial air transport flight

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without a valid class rating

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without a valid medical certificate

Question 46

What is the meaning of the abbreviation "AIREP"?

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Aircraft report

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Aeronautical instrument requirement report

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Automatic identification report

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Aeronautical information report

Question 47

Which aircraft has right of way during an overtaking situation in flight?

Accepted Answer

The aircraft being overtaken has right of way.

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The overtaken aircraft must turn left to make room.

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The overtaken aircraft must descend to make room.

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The overtaking aircraft has priority because it is faster.

Question 48

When reviewing the flight, what is NOTAM information used for?

Accepted Answer

It provides time-critical aeronautical information that may affect a flight

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It is used only to publish permanent changes to pilot licensing rules.

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It replaces the need to consult all relevant AIP information.

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It remains valid indefinitely without any effective dates or cancellation.

Question 49

What is required before a VFR pilot enters controlled airspace when clearance is required?

Accepted Answer

The required clearance or permission must be obtained before entry

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Selecting a conspicuity transponder code always grants entry.

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Making an initial radio call always grants entry without a clearance.

Answer

Remaining in visual conditions always grants entry without a required clearance.

Question 50

An aerodrome beacon (ABN) is a...

Accepted Answer

Rotating beacon installed at an airport or aerodrome to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the air.

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Rotating beacon installed at an airport or aerodrome to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the ground.

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Rotating beacon installed at the beginning of the final approach to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the air.

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Fixed beacon installed at an airport or aerodrome to indicate its location to aircraft pilots from the air.

Question 51

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

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A pilot must be medically fit and hold the required valid medical certificate

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A valid medical certificate allows flight even when the pilot is unfit on the day.

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The pilot may exercise PPL privileges after the required medical certificate expires.

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A pilot can always decide alone to continue flying after a significant decrease in medical fitness.

Question 52

Which practical rule applies to ATC clearance?

Accepted Answer

It authorises a flight to proceed subject to specified conditions

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It transfers the pilot's responsibility for safe flight entirely to ATC.

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It automatically permits normal VFR flight below the applicable VMC minima.

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It authorises any route or altitude the pilot chooses, regardless of its conditions.

Question 53

What is the minimum age to obtain a private pilot licence?

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17 years

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21 years

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16 years

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18 years

Question 54

What remains the responsibility of the pilot-in-command?

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the safe conduct of the flight and compliance with applicable rules

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only radio communication

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only the technical log

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only passenger comfort

Question 55

Which medical certificate is normally the minimum required to exercise EASA PPL(A) privileges?

Accepted Answer

A valid Class 2 medical certificate.

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A LAPL medical certificate alone.

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No medical certificate, provided the flight is by day.

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An air traffic controller Class 3 medical certificate alone.

Question 56

Which statement about pilot-in-command responsibility is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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

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ATC assumes every responsibility of the pilot-in-command once a clearance is issued.

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Passengers take responsibility for legal compliance after take-off.

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The pilot-in-command's responsibility ends once the pre-flight inspection is complete.

Question 57

For an international VFR flight, what is the purpose of the certificate of airworthiness?

Accepted Answer

shows that the aircraft is approved as airworthy

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It certifies that the pilot is medically fit.

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It proves that the pilot holds the required class rating.

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It grants ATC clearance to enter controlled airspace.

Question 58

What is the meaning of the abbreviation "ARC"?

Accepted Answer

Airworthiness Review Certificate

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Airworthiness Recurring Control

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Airspace Rulemaking Committee

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Airspace Restriction Criteria

Question 59

The term "ceiling" is defined as the...

Accepted Answer

Height of the base of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 20000 ft.

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Altitude of the base of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 20000 ft.

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Height of the base of the lowest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 10000 ft.

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Height of the base of the highest layer of clouds covering more than half of the sky below 20000 ft.

Question 60

The minimum flight visibility at 5000 ft MSL in airspace B for VFR flights is...

Accepted Answer

5 km

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8 km

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3 km

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1.5 km

Question 61

How should transponder operation be understood by a private pilot?

Accepted Answer

The assigned code and mode should be used as instructed or required

Answer

Standby is always required in controlled airspace

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Codes may be invented by the pilot

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The transponder replaces radio communication

Question 62

Being intercepted by a military aircraft at daytime, what is the meaning of the following signal: A sudden heading change of 90 degrees or more and a pull-up of the aircraft without crossing the track of the intercepted aircraft?

Accepted Answer

You may continue your flight

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You are entering a restricted area, leave the airspace immediately

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Follow me, I will bring you to the next suitable airfield

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Prepare for a safety landing, you have entered a prohibited area

Question 63

Where may ATC authorise a daytime Special VFR flight when the applicable conditions are met?

Accepted Answer

by ATC within a control zone when the applicable conditions are met

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in any prohibited area without clearance

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only above FL 100

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only for IFR flights

Question 64

Which training requirement is part of the EASA night rating course for aeroplanes?

Accepted Answer

At least 5 hours at night, including at least 3 hours of dual instruction, at least 1 hour of cross-country navigation with a dual cross-country flight of at least 50 km (27 NM), and 5 solo take-offs and 5 solo full-stop landings.

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At least 10 additional flight hours at night, three of them with a flight instructor with at least 1 hour cross-country flight plus 5 solo take-offs and full-stop landings

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At least 5 additional flight hours at night, four of them with a flight instructor with at least 1 hour cross-country flight plus 5 solo take-offs and full-stop landings

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At least 5 additional flight hours at night, three of them with a flight instructor with at least 1 hour cross-country flight plus 10 solo take-offs and full-stop landings

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