Exam quiz Aircraft General Knowledge - EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

Which statement about vacuum-driven instruments is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

Accepted Answer

A vacuum failure can make associated gyro instruments unreliable

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It always stops the engine

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It increases fuel pressure

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It improves turn coordinator accuracy

Question 2

Which is the purpose of the altimeter subscale?

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To reference the altimeter reading to a predetermined level such as mean sea level, aerodrome level or pressure level 1013.25 hPa

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To set the reference level for the altitude decoder of the transponder

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To adjust the altimeter reading for non-standard temperature

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To correct the altimeter reading for system errors

Question 3

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

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

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It changes the aircraft registration

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

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They set the altimeter

Question 4

What is the purpose of a ground adjustable trim tab?

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It is a non-movable metal tab on a flight control which is adjusted on the ground to optimize the inflight characteristics of an aircraft

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It is set on the ground to correct an out-of-trim condition arising from the mass and balance situation of an aircraft

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It is preset on the ground and further adjusted in flight to reduce the need to constantly re-trim the aircraft

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It is used to optimize the handling characteristics of an aircraft during ground operations

Question 5

Which gauges involve a measurement of temperature?

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Engine lubricant, engine cooling fluid, cylinder head, exhaust gas, outside air, cabin air

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Engine lubricant, exhaust gas, outside air, cabin air, directional gyro

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Engine lubricant, cylinder head, exhaust gas, suction, outside air, cabin air

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Engine oil, cylinder head, exhaust gas, altimeter, airspeed indicator, vertical speed indicator

Question 6

Which of the following are an aircraft's secondary flight controls?

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Wing flaps, leading edge devices, spoilers or speedbrakes, trim systems

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Elevator, rudder, aileron

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All movable parts on the aircraft which aid in controlling the aircraft

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Elevator, rudder, aileron, trim tabs, high-lift wing devices, power controls

Question 7

Which statement is correct? A blocked pitot tube and blocked drain hole may cause the airspeed indicator to behave like...

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an altimeter

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a tachometer

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It is checked only after landing

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It is used only for passenger comfort

Question 8

What needs to be considered if permissible limitations were exceeded?

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The helicopter must be inspected by a qualified engineer before the next flight

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The helicopter must be inspected by the pilot in command and if no defect is found, no appropriate entry in the aircraft technical log is necessary

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The helicopter must be inspected by at least two pilots licensed on the type, one of whom must be the pilot in command

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The helicopter must be subjected to a duplicate inspection by two engineers

Question 9

Applying carburettor heat usually causes...

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a temporary reduction in engine power

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an immediate increase in indicated airspeed

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a lower induction air temperature

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a lower fuel flow in all cases

Question 10

The purpose of the fuel selector is to...

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selects the tank or fuel source according to the aircraft design

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measure magnetic variation

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set the altimeter subscale

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change the aircraft registration

Question 11

In a light aeroplane, the mixture control is to...

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adjusts the fuel-to-air ratio

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It is used only in multi-engine aeroplanes

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It is checked only after landing

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

Question 12

Reasons for dents in the helicopter structure are...

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Hard landing or excessive stress.

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Material defects or old colour.

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Intense erosion or high wear.

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Excessive engine rpm and cylinder defects.

Question 13

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about electrical system failure?

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Electrical load and essential equipment should be managed according to the checklist

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

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It is a pilot licence document

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It cancels the need for navigation

Question 14

In a light aeroplane, the carburettor heat control is to...

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directs heated air to the carburettor intake

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measure magnetic variation

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change the aircraft registration

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It has no operational significance

Question 15

In a light aeroplane, the throttle is to...

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controls engine power by regulating airflow

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It sets the transponder code

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It is used only for passenger comfort

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It is unrelated to airworthiness

Question 16

Which instrument can be affected by the hysteresis error?

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Altimeter

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Vertical speed indicator

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Direct reading compass

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Tachometer

Question 17

What is the purpose of engine oil in a piston engine?

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Cooling, lubrication of the engine and disposal of fine abrasion.

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Cooling of the engine and lubrication of propeller shaft.

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For nose reduction and bearing of the propeller shaft.

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Cooling, lubrication and increasing engine performance.

Question 18

What does the slip indicator show?

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Apparent vertical

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Rate of turn

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Vertical to horizon

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Aeroplane bank

Question 19

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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the aeroplane accelerates in level flight

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the propeller is removed

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the mixture is leaned at sea level only

Question 20

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

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Flaps must be operated within the approved speed and configuration limits

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It is used only in multi-engine aeroplanes

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Flaps replace elevator control

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It changes the aircraft registration

Question 21

What is necessary for the determination of speed (IAS) by the airspeed indicator?

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The difference between the total pressure and the static pressure

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The difference between the total pressure and the dynamic pressure

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The difference between the standard pressure and the total pressure

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The difference between the dynamic pressure and the static pressure

Question 22

During cross-country planning, what is correct about engine temperatures?

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Abnormal temperatures may indicate cooling, mixture or power-setting problems

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It affects only aircraft above FL100

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It is a pilot licence document

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They set runway direction

Question 23

The purpose of the pitot heat is to...

Accepted Answer

helps prevent ice blockage of the pitot system

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measure magnetic variation

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set the altimeter subscale

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change the aircraft registration

Question 24

During cross-country planning, how should a blocked static source be understood by a private pilot?

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It can affect the altimeter, VSI and airspeed indicator

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

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It sets the transponder code

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It has no operational significance

Question 25

How should a blocked static source be understood by a private pilot?

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It can affect the altimeter, VSI and airspeed indicator

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It is a fuel grade

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It is a runway marking

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It is used only in multi-engine aeroplanes

Question 26

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 27

What should a private pilot remember 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 is corrected by changing radio frequency

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It is unrelated to airworthiness

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It improves performance in every case

Question 28

What is the reason for static dischargers on aircraft?

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To discharge static charging during flight

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To ensure grounding during refueling

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To eliminate electrical interferences during intensive radio traffic

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To improve the quality of radio transmission in high altitudes

Question 29

How should ELT and emergency equipment be understood by a private pilot?

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Serviceability and carriage requirements should be checked before flight

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It improves performance in every case

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It is checked only after landing

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It affects only aircraft above FL100

Question 30

What must be considered if the alternator fails in a helicopter?

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No change as long as the battery provides enough power

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All instruments and warning systems will fail

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The engine runs roughly and is prone to knocking

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Only high power consumers will fail

Question 31

The airspeed indicator is unserviceable. The aeroplane may only be operated...

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When the airspeed indicator is fully functional again.

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When a GPS with speed indication is used during flight.

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If no maintenance organisation is available.

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If only aerodrome traffic circuits are flown.

Question 32

What should a private pilot remember about engine temperatures?

Accepted Answer

Abnormal temperatures may indicate cooling, mixture or power-setting problems

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

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It is used only in multi-engine aeroplanes

Question 33

Which of the following options states the working principle of a vertical speed indicator?

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Measuring the present static air pressure and comparing it to the static air pressure inside a reservoir

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Total air pressure is measured and compared to static pressure

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Measuring the vertical acceleration through the displacement of a gimbal-mounted mass

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Static air pressure is measured and compared against a vacuum

Question 34

When briefing a VFR flight, what should a private pilot remember about magneto checks?

Accepted Answer

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

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It is used only for passenger comfort

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It is a fuel grade

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It improves performance in every case

Question 35

What is the meaning of the red range on the airspeed indicator?

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Speed which must not be exceeded regardless of circumstances

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Speed which must not be exceeded within bumpy air

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Speed which must not be exceeded with flaps extended

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Speed which must not be exceeded in turns with more than 45° bank

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

Abnormal temperatures may indicate cooling, mixture or power-setting problems

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They are passenger comfort data only

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They set runway direction

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They replace airspeed indication

Question 37

Which statement about electrical system failure is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

Accepted Answer

Electrical load and essential equipment should be managed according to the checklist

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All circuit breakers should be reset repeatedly

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The aircraft must always climb

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It cancels the need for navigation

Question 38

What has to be considered during refueling?

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No open fires, obey smoking ban and apply ground cables

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Check the fuel content of the tank with a torch and remove fire protection

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Refuel through a soaked rag and keep a fire extinguisher available

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Apply ground wires, turn on the main switch and magneto ignition

Question 39

Which statement is correct? Ailerons control movement around the...

Accepted Answer

longitudinal axis

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

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It is a fuel grade

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

Question 40

Which statement is correct? A rough magneto check may indicate...

Accepted Answer

ignition system or spark plug problems

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It is a runway marking

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It sets the transponder code

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It is checked only after landing

Question 41

Which statement about a blocked pitot tube is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

Accepted Answer

It can make the airspeed indication unreliable

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It increases fuel capacity

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It improves compass accuracy

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It prevents carburettor icing

Question 42

The term "inclination" is defined as...

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Angle between the Earth's magnetic field lines and the horizontal plane

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Deviation induced by electrical fields

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Angle between the aeroplane's longitudinal axis and true north

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Angle between magnetic north and true north

Question 43

The main purpose of a fuel drain check is to detect...

Accepted Answer

water or contamination in the fuel

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static pressure error

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compass deviation

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aileron imbalance

Question 44

The purpose of the fuel pressure gauge is to...

Accepted Answer

monitor pressure supplied to the engine fuel system

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measure magnetic variation

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set the altimeter subscale

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change the aircraft registration

Question 45

Which practical rule applies to the pitot-static system?

Accepted Answer

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

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It is a fuel grade

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

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It is a pilot licence document

Question 46

What behaviour is shown by a rotating gyro in space?

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It tends to maintain its position in space

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It moves in accordance with the body surrounding it

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It swings from east to west like a pendulum

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It moves in circles with a steadily decreasing radius

Question 47

How should an Otto engine be shut down?

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By completely leaning the mixture

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By moving the propeller to the feathered position

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By closing the throttle lever completely

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By shutting down the generator

Question 48

Which statement is correct? The elevator controls movement around the...

Accepted Answer

lateral axis

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It affects only aircraft above FL100

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

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It improves performance in every case

Question 49

Which statement is correct? The vertical stabiliser contributes mainly to...

Accepted Answer

directional stability

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It changes the aircraft registration

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It is unrelated to airworthiness

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It is used only in multi-engine aeroplanes

Question 50

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

Accepted Answer

Abnormal oil pressure requires prompt checklist action and monitoring

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It improves performance in every case

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It has no operational significance

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It is a fuel grade

Question 51

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about a blocked static source?

Accepted Answer

It can affect the altimeter, VSI and airspeed indicator

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It is a runway marking

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It improves engine cooling

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

Question 52

The white arc on an airspeed indicator normally represents...

Accepted Answer

the flap operating range

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the never-exceed speed

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the manoeuvring speed

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the best glide speed only

Question 53

Which statement is correct? The purpose of a stall warning system is to warn the pilot...

Accepted Answer

before the critical angle of attack is reached

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It is a runway marking

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It improves performance in every case

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It sets the transponder code

Question 54

Which statement is correct? A blocked pitot tube with an open drain hole normally causes the airspeed indicator to...

Accepted Answer

read zero or very low

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overread at all speeds

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It changes the aircraft registration

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

Question 55

What is the correct operational meaning of flight control freedom?

Accepted Answer

Controls should move fully and correctly before flight

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It is checked only after landing

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It is corrected by changing radio frequency

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It is unrelated to airworthiness

Question 56

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

Accepted Answer

It can occur at temperatures above freezing when humidity is high

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It occurs only below minus 30 degrees C

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It affects only turbine engines

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It is prevented by switching off fuel

Question 57

What difference in altitude is shown by an altimeter, if the reference pressure scale setting is changed from 1000 hPa to 1010 hPa?

Accepted Answer

80 m more than before

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80 m less than before

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Values depending on QNH

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Zero

Question 58

What happens during oil filter clocking?

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A bypass valve opens thus enabling the circulation to continue, debris will not be filtered

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A bypass valve opens thus enabling the circulation to continue, debris will be filtered by an alternate filter

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The oil circulation will end after 15 minutes so that a proper engine run will not be guaranteed

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The oil circulation will end after 30 minutes so that a proper engine run will not be guaranteed

Question 59

Which statement is correct? A direct-reading magnetic compass is affected by...

Accepted Answer

acceleration, turning and magnetic disturbances

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It has no operational significance

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It is corrected by changing radio frequency

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It is a fuel grade

Question 60

QNE is the...

Accepted Answer

Altitude above the reference pressure level 1013.25 hPa.

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Barometric pressure at a reference datum, typically the runway threshold of an airfield

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Magnetic bearing to a station.

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Barometric pressure adjusted to sea level, using the international standard atmosphere (ISA).

Question 61

The load factor "n" describes the relationship between...

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Lift and weight.

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Thrust and drag.

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Drag and lift.

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Weight and thrust.

Question 62

In practical private flying, which option correctly describes electrical system failure?

Accepted Answer

Electrical load and essential equipment should be managed according to the checklist

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It is corrected by changing radio frequency

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

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It sets the transponder code

Question 63

In a light aeroplane, the oil pressure gauge is used to...

Accepted Answer

indicate whether lubrication pressure is available

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It is checked only after landing

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

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It is a runway marking

Question 64

What does the abbreviation HSI stand for?

Accepted Answer

Horizontal Situation Indicator

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Hibernating System Indication

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Horizontal Slip Indicator

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