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

Question 1

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 2

The angle indicated by arrow number 1 shows the propeller's... See figure (AGK-011) D: Direction of air flow C: Chord line R: Direction of rotation

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Angle of incidence

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Angle of attack

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Geometric wing twist

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Aerodynamic wing twist

Question 3

What is the task of cooling fins on air-cooled engine cylinders?

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Quick heat transfer to the surrounding air flow by expanding the surface

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Cooling of the cylinder surrounding airflow and forwarding to hotter engine parts

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Leading the airflow to parts designated to be cooled

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Increasing the airflow thus improving cooling of cylinder parts

Question 4

Which part of the cycle of a four-stroke Otto engine can be seen in the attachment? See figure (AGK-007)

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First stroke - induction

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Second stroke - compression

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Fourth stroke - exhaust

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Third stroke - power

Question 5

During ignition check the ignition is switched to OFF for a short moment and subsequently back to BOTH. What happens to the RPM if the ignition system is properly grounded?

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The RPM decreases once switched to OFF and resumes the previous value when switched back to BOTH

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The RPM increases once switched to OFF and resumes a value below the previous one when switched back to BOTH

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The RPM increases once switched to OFF and resumes the previous value when switched back to BOTH

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The RPM decreases once switched to OFF and resumes a value below the previous one when switched back to BOTH

Question 6

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 7

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 8

Which of the following states the working principle of an airspeed indicator?

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Total air pressure is measured and compared against static air pressure.

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Total air pressure is measured by the static ports and converted into a speed indication by the airspeed indicator

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Dynamic air pressure is measured by the Pitot tube and converted into a speed indication by the airspeed indicator

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Static air pressure is measured and compared against a vacuum

Question 9

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 10

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

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the normal operating speed range

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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 11

During a local VFR flight, what should a private pilot remember about flap limitations?

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Flaps must be operated within the approved speed and configuration limits

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It improves performance in every case

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Flaps may be extended at any speed

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It is checked only after landing

Question 12

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about ELT and emergency equipment?

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Serviceability and carriage requirements should be checked before flight

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They are used to improve climb rate

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It has no operational significance

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

Question 13

The Pitot / static system is required to...

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Measure total and static air pressure.

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Prevent potential static buildup on the aircraft.

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Correct the reading of the airspeed indicator to zero when the aircraft is static on the ground.

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Prevent icing of the Pitot tube.

Question 14

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 15

Which statement is correct for aircraft limitations?

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The approved limits in the flight manual must be observed

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It is always ignored if the engine runs smoothly

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It improves performance in every case

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They are advisory only

Question 16

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 17

Which statement is correct? A semi-monocoque fuselage normally uses...

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frames, stringers and stressed skin

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It is unrelated to airworthiness

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It is used only in multi-engine aeroplanes

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It is checked only after landing

Question 18

A blocked pitot tube with an open drain hole normally causes the airspeed indicator to...

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read zero or very low

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overread at all speeds

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show altitude

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indicate engine rpm

Question 19

The purpose of the cylinder head temperature gauge is to...

Accepted Answer

monitor the temperature of a critical cylinder where installed

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measure magnetic variation

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set the altimeter subscale

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change the aircraft registration

Question 20

What is the purpose of the tank ventilation?

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To prevent underpressure caused by fuel consumption

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To prevent water disposal during parking

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To distribute the fuel from one tank segment to the other during flight

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To prevent fuel spillage during refueling on the filler plug

Question 21

Which statement is correct? Flaps are secondary flight controls used mainly to...

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increase lift and drag for take-off or landing configurations

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It is corrected by changing radio frequency

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It is a runway marking

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provide ignition

Question 22

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

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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 23

The rudder controls movement around the...

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vertical axis

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lateral axis

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longitudinal axis

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centre of pressure axis

Question 24

An attitude director indicator (ADI) combines the information provided by...

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The attitude indicator and the flight director.

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The directional gyro and the rate gyro.

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The attitude indicator and the relative bearing indicator.

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The attitude indicator and the radio magnetic indicator

Question 25

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 used only for passenger comfort

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

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It is unrelated to airworthiness

Question 26

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 27

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 28

Which statement is correct? Applying carburettor heat usually causes...

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a temporary reduction in engine power

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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 29

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 30

The trim is used to...

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Adapt the control force.

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Increase adverse yaw.

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Move the centre of gravity.

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Lock control elements.

Question 31

Which colour does Avgas 100 LL have?

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Blue

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Red

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Green

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Yellow

Question 32

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 33

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

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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 34

How should fuel contamination be understood by a private pilot?

Accepted Answer

Fuel samples should be checked for water and contamination before flight

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It affects only aircraft above FL100

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It is a runway marking

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It sets the transponder code

Question 35

The purpose of 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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set the altimeter subscale

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change the aircraft registration

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

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 37

A vacuum system may be used to drive...

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attitude and heading gyroscopic instruments

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the fuel pump only

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the magnetos only

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the landing light only

Question 38

Which constructional elements give the wing its profile shape?

Accepted Answer

Ribs

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Planking

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Spar

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Tip

Question 39

The purpose of the throttle is to...

Accepted Answer

controls engine power by regulating airflow

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measure magnetic variation

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set the altimeter subscale

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change the aircraft registration

Question 40

Which statement about the pitot-static system is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

Accepted Answer

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

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It supplies ignition sparks

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It measures fuel octane

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It operates the landing light only

Question 41

How should vacuum-driven instruments be understood by a private pilot?

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A vacuum failure can make associated gyro instruments unreliable

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It affects only aircraft above FL100

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It is unrelated to airworthiness

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It is a runway marking

Question 42

In a light aeroplane, the fuel selector is to...

Accepted Answer

selects the tank or fuel source according to the aircraft design

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It is a pilot licence document

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It sets the transponder code

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change the aircraft registration

Question 43

Which statement is correct? The slip/skid indicator shows...

Accepted Answer

whether the aeroplane is in balanced flight

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engine oil pressure

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

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It is a pilot licence document

Question 44

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

Accepted Answer

The approved limits in the flight manual must be observed

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It is a pilot licence document

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They apply only to instructors

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It changes the aircraft registration

Question 45

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

Accepted Answer

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 46

The magnetos are independent of...

Accepted Answer

the aircraft battery after the engine is running

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the spark plugs

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the ignition leads

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engine rotation

Question 47

The sandwich structure consists of two...

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Thin layers and a light core material

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Thin layers and a heavy core material

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Thick layers and a heavy core material

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Thick layers and a light core material

Question 48

What engines are commonly used with Touring Motor Gliders (TMG)?

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4 Cylinder; 4 stroke

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4 Cylinder 2 stroke

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2 Cylinder Diesel

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2 plate Wankel

Question 49

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 50

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about vacuum-driven instruments?

Accepted Answer

A vacuum failure can make associated gyro instruments unreliable

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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 51

The bank angle of a 2-minutes circle depends on the...

Accepted Answer

TAS

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CAS

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IAS

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Ground speed

Question 52

When reviewing the flight, what is correct about the pitot-static system?

Accepted Answer

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

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It replaces the aircraft checklist

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It is a runway marking

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It supplies ignition sparks

Question 53

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

Accepted Answer

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 54

A rough magneto check may indicate...

Accepted Answer

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 55

Number 1 on the gear designates the... See figure (AGK-005)

Accepted Answer

Fork

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Strut

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Torque link

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Inner shock absorber

Question 56

What should a private pilot remember about flap limitations?

Accepted Answer

Flaps must be operated within the approved speed and configuration limits

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It is a runway marking

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Flaps remove stall risk

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It is corrected by changing radio frequency

Question 57

A vertical speed indicator measures the difference between...

Accepted Answer

Instantaneous static pressure and previous static pressure.

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Instantaneous total pressure and previous total pressure.

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Total pressure and static pressure.

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Dynamic pressure and total pressure.

Question 58

What is the direct influence by switching on the carburettor heating on fixed propeller engines during engine run-up?

Accepted Answer

RPM decreases

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Angle of attack decreases

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Angle of attack increases

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RPM increases

Question 59

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

Accepted Answer

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 60

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 61

Which statement about brake checks during taxi is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

Accepted Answer

They confirm braking action and directional control before departure

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They determine magnetic variation

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They replace the run-up

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They set QNH automatically

Question 62

What should a private pilot remember about magneto checks?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

It is checked only after landing

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It changes the aircraft registration

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It affects only aircraft above FL100

Question 63

What is the effect of pulling the control yoke or stick backwards?

Accepted Answer

The aircraft's tail will produce an increased downward force, causing the aircraft's nose to rise

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The aircraft's tail will produce an increased downward force, causing the aircraft's nose to drop

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The aircraft's tail will produce a decreased upward force, causing the aircraft's nose to drop

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The aircraft's tail will produce an increased upward force, causing the aircraft's nose to rise

Question 64

Which instrument can be affected by the hysteresis error?

Accepted Answer

Altimeter

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Vertical speed indicator

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Direct reading compass

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Tachometer

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