Exam quiz Operational Procedure - EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

A rejected take-off should be considered if...

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acceleration, engine indications or directional control are abnormal

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the aircraft is performing normally

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the windsock is visible

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the runway is dry

Question 2

A runway incursion risk is reduced by...

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clear readbacks, situational awareness and stopping if unsure

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taxiing faster

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ignoring hold short markings

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turning off the radio

Question 3

Which option correctly describes abnormal vibration?

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

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It improves performance

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It replaces aircraft control

Question 4

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about engine failure after take-off?

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The first priority is to maintain control and safe flying speed

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It always improves performance

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It changes magnetic variation

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It replaces lookout

Question 5

After lift-off, a much stronger than expected airspeed rise is experienced during the initial climb phase. What may be expected if the aeroplane entered a microburst?

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A decreased climb rate and airspeed

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An increased climb rate and decreased airspeed

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An increased climb rate and airspeed

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A decreased climb rate and increased airspeed

Question 6

In practical private flying, what is the correct operational meaning of engine failure after take-off?

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The first priority is to maintain control and safe flying speed

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It is unrelated to runway condition

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It should be ignored if workload is high

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It changes magnetic variation

Question 7

Which danger exists during engine start?

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Carburettor fire

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Cable fire

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Sparking

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Smoke emission

Question 8

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Smoke in the cockpit requires...

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aviate, ventilate as appropriate, isolate the source and land as soon as practical

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switch off the transponder first

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It changes magnetic variation

Question 9

The sterile cockpit concept means...

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avoiding non-essential conversation during critical phases

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no radio calls allowed

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no checklist use

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flying without passengers

Question 10

Which operational procedure statement is correct? If water is found in a fuel sample, the pilot should...

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continue draining and investigate until fuel is clean and safe

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It should be ignored if workload is high

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ignore it if the tanks are full

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It applies only during cruise

Question 11

In flight, a little smoke emerges from behind the instrument panel. An electrical fire is suspected. Which action, with respect to the pilot's operating manual, should be taken?

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Turn off the master switch

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Turn off the heat

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Shut down the engine

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Use the fire extinguisher

Question 12

Which statement is correct for bird strike?

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The pilot should assess controllability, engine indications and landing options

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It only changes radio phraseology

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It is a fuel grade

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It should be ignored if workload is high

Question 13

In case of an emergency ditching, the life vests have to be inflated...

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After disembarking the aircraft.

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Before disembarking the aircraft.

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During disembarking the aircraft.

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After disembarking the aircraft at a safe distance of about 10 m.

Question 14

What minimum coverage with ice or snow must be given to call a runway "contaminated"?

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25 %

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50 %

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10 %

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75 %

Question 15

For pre-flight preparation, which option correctly describes bird strike?

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The pilot should assess controllability, engine indications and landing options

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It removes the need for a checklist

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It is done only after shutdown

Question 16

Which operational procedure statement is correct? In an engine fire during start, the pilot should normally...

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follow the aircraft checklist and keep cranking if specified to draw flames in

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add full power and take off

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It is decided only by passengers

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It is used only for IFR flights

Question 17

What is the correct operational meaning of diversion?

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

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It is a radio licence issue

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It is prohibited under VFR

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It is a fuel grade

Question 18

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

Question 19

What should a private pilot remember about forced landing?

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A suitable landing area and aircraft control should be prioritised

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It is a radio licence issue

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Passenger comfort overrides terrain choice

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It replaces aircraft control

Question 20

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

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Adequate spacing should be maintained behind larger aircraft

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It affects only jets at high altitude

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It is removed by using landing lights

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It improves climb performance

Question 21

During final approach, the glider pilot realizes a very bumpy surface on a selected off-field landing site. What technique may be recommended for landing?

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Touch down with minimum speed, keep elevator pulled until full stop

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Touch down with minimum speed, compensate different ground levels with power lever

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Approach with increased speed, push elevator upon first ground contact

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Approach with increased speed, avoid using wheel brakes

Question 22

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A forced landing pattern should be planned to...

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arrive at the selected field with suitable height and configuration

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keep the engine at full power after failure

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It applies only during cruise

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It is unrelated to runway condition

Question 23

Low-level turns should be avoided because...

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stall margin and recovery height are reduced

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load factor disappears

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airspeed is always higher

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visibility becomes unlimited

Question 24

Wake turbulences develop during take-off just as the aeroplane...

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Lifts off with the front gear.

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Reaches an altitude of 15 ft.

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Lifts off with the main gear.

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Accelerates.

Question 25

Which items should a passenger briefing in case of an imminent emergency landing include?

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Nature of the emergency, intentions, safety position, evacuation routes, actions after landing

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How to work the aircraft radio, emergency transponder squawk, telephone number of the competent search and rescue (SAR) centre

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Blood type of the other aircraft occupants, location of the first-aid kit

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How to read an emergency checklist, how to cut the engine, telephone number of the home airport

Question 26

Wake turbulence from a heavier aircraft is strongest when it is...

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heavy, slow and clean

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light, fast and parked

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taxiing with engine off

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descending with no lift

Question 27

In flight, a little smoke emerges from behind the instrument panel. An engine fire is suspected. Which action, with respect to the pilot's operating manual, should be taken?

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Turn off the heat

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Shut down the engine

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Use the fire extinguisher

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Turn off the master switch

Question 28

Smoke in the cockpit requires...

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aviate, ventilate as appropriate, isolate the source and land as soon as practical

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continue the flight normally

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climb into cloud

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switch off the transponder first

Question 29

The intensity of wake turbulence depends on...

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The weight of the aeroplane.

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The propeller pitch.

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The temperature.

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The altitude of the aeroplane.

Question 30

An emergency landing is a landing...

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Conducted in response to circumstances forcing the aircraft to land.

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Conducted without power from the engine.

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

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Conducted with the flaps retracted.

Question 31

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Before take-off, loose articles should be...

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secured

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It is unrelated to runway condition

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It changes magnetic variation

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placed near the rudder pedals

Question 32

How should a landing on a contaminated runway be conducted if it proves to be inevitable?

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Approach with the minimum crosswind component possible, use maximum flaps, touch down firmly with minimum speed, brake carefully

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Approach with the minimum crosswind component possible, use minimum flaps, touch down softly with positive pitch and minimum speed, do not apply brakes

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Approach with the minimum crosswind component possible, use maximum flaps, touch down with negative pitch and minimum speed, brake carefully

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Approach with the minimum crosswind component possible, use minimum flaps, touch down softly with minimum speed, do not apply brakes

Question 33

Which statement about runway incursion prevention is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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Clearance, lookout, signage and correct taxi routing are essential

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Taxi instructions may be ignored

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Runway crossings never require attention

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Only passengers monitor taxiways

Question 34

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 35

A precautionary landing is a landing...

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Conducted in an attempt to sustain flight safety.

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Conducted without power from the engine.

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Conducted in response to circumstances forcing the aircraft to land.

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Conducted with the flaps retracted.

Question 36

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 37

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Survival equipment should be appropriate to...

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route, terrain, weather and expected rescue time

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It is decided only by passengers

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It is unrelated to runway condition

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It prevents all emergencies

Question 38

After engine failure after take-off, the first priority is to...

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maintain a safe flying speed and select a suitable landing area ahead

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turn back immediately at any height

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change frequency before controlling the aeroplane

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raise the nose to gain height

Question 39

How should engine failure after take-off be understood by a private pilot?

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The first priority is to maintain control and safe flying speed

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It removes the need for a checklist

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It is done only after shutdown

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

Question 40

Two aircraft of the same type, same gross weight and same flap configuration fly with different speeds and altitude. Which aircraft will cause more wake turbulence?

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The aircraft flying at lower speed.

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The aircraft flying at a higher altitude.

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The aircraft flying at a lower altitude.

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The aircraft flying at higher speed.

Question 41

What should a private pilot remember about emergency priorities?

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Aviate, navigate and communicate remain the basic order of priorities

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It replaces lookout

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It is decided only by passengers

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It removes the need for a checklist

Question 42

What should be the first action in case of a cable fire during a flight?

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Turn off the master switch

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Close the fuel valve

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Open the windows

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Open cabin ventilation

Question 43

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 44

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

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The pilot should assess controllability, engine indications and landing options

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It has no possible effect

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It always requires continuing to destination

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It only changes radio phraseology

Question 45

How should contaminated runway operation be understood by a private pilot?

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Performance and directional-control margins may be reduced

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It is decided only by passengers

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It applies only during cruise

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It is used only for IFR flights

Question 46

A forced landing pattern should be planned to...

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arrive at the selected field with suitable height and configuration

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avoid all checklists

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land downwind if possible

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keep the engine at full power after failure

Question 47

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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accelerate to VNE

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extend flaps beyond limits

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hold full control deflection

Question 48

Under which circumstances may a runway be considered to be contaminated?

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When more than 25 % of the runway surface area within the required length and width being used is covered by water, slush, snow or ice more than 3 mm deep

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When 75 % of the required runway length and width are covered by contaminants such as snow, frost, ice or sand

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When more than 50 % of the runway surface area within the required length and width being used is covered by water, slush, snow or ice more than 3 mm deep

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When more than 50 % of the required runway length and width are covered by contaminants such as snow, frost, ice or sand

Question 49

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 50

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

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A suitable landing area and aircraft control should be prioritised

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Passenger comfort overrides terrain choice

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The engine should always be restarted first regardless of altitude

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The transponder replaces landing planning

Question 51

Wake turbulence intensity increases especially with...

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At a high aeroplane weight.

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When flying with high thrust.

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When flying with low thrust.

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At a low aeroplane weight.

Question 52

Which operational procedure statement is correct? After engine failure after take-off, the first priority is to...

Accepted Answer

maintain a safe flying speed and select a suitable landing area ahead

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It replaces lookout

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raise the nose to gain height

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It replaces aircraft control

Question 53

What should a private pilot remember about evacuation?

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The aircraft should be secured and occupants moved clear when safe to do so

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It replaces lookout

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Baggage collection is the priority

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

Question 54

What are the effects of wet grass on the take-off and landing distance?

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Increase of the take-off distance and increase of the landing distance

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Decrease of the take-off distance and increase of the landing distance

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Decrease of the take-off distance and decrease of the landing distance

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Increase of the take-off distance and decrease of the landing distance

Question 55

A passenger briefing should include...

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seat belts, doors, emergency procedures and sterile cockpit expectations

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only ticket price

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only destination weather

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only aircraft registration

Question 56

Which statement is correct for checklist use?

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It reduces omission errors and supports correct abnormal handling

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It should always be skipped under stress

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It is decided only by passengers

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It is used only for IFR flights

Question 57

When should turns at low altitudes above villages be avoided with regard to noise abatement procedures?

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In climb

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In descent

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During the approach

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In horizontal flight

Question 58

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 59

After take-off an aeroplane gets into a wind shear with decreasing headwind. As a result...

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The aeroplane flies below the estimated climb path

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The aeroplane flies above the estimated climb path

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The true airspeed (TAS) will increase

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The ground speed (GS) will decrease

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

What is the correct operational meaning of contaminated runway operation?

Accepted Answer

Performance and directional-control margins may be reduced

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It replaces aircraft control

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It always improves performance

Question 62

Immediately after lift-off, a microburst is entered inadvertently. Which action might avoid an unintentional descent?

Accepted Answer

Set maximum power, maintain present aircraft configuration, climb at the best rate of climb speed

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Set maximum power, retract landing gear and flaps, pick up speed and perform a left or a right turn in an attempt to leave the area of the microburst on the shortest way

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Set maximum power, retract landing gear and flaps, increase pitch until attaining optimum climb speed

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Set maximum power, maintain present aircraft configuration, pick up speed in an attempt to leave the area of the microburst as fast as possible

Question 63

Which weather phenomenon is typically associated with wind shear?

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Thunderstorms.

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Fog.

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Winter warm front.

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Stable high pressure areas.

Question 64

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

Accepted Answer

Adequate spacing should be maintained behind larger aircraft

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It removes the need for a checklist

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It is a radio licence issue

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It replaces lookout

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