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

Question 1

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about rejected take-off?

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

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It replaces aircraft control

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It is unrelated to runway condition

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It is done only after shutdown

Question 2

In an electrical fire in flight, the immediate concern is...

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isolate electrical power as appropriate and use the checklist

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increase cabin heat

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select carburettor heat only

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turn on all lights

Question 3

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 4

During a local VFR flight, 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 done only after shutdown

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It is a failure of airmanship

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

Question 5

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 6

Which operational procedure statement is correct? If unsure of taxi clearance, the pilot should...

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stop and ask ATC for clarification

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It changes magnetic variation

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It replaces lookout

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switch to another frequency without permission

Question 7

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 8

Which method is appropriate to approach an unprepared landing field?

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Terrain investigation to determine approach points and landing

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Flat direct approach to ensure visual ground contact

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Steep approach to keep the noise level low

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Fast approach, performance check, and landing within a quick stop

Question 9

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A stable approach includes...

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correct speed, configuration, descent path and power by the stabilisation point

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It prevents all emergencies

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It is used only for IFR flights

Question 10

What is correct about passenger briefing?

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

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It changes magnetic variation

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It removes the need for seat belts

Question 11

Smoke enters the cockpit during an engine fire. Which actions have to be taken immediately?

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Switching off the heating and the ventilating system

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Switching off the master switch and the ignition

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Switching off the pitot and front window heating

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Switching off the avionics and the cabin lighting

Question 12

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

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

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It should always be ignored

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It improves performance

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It is only a radio problem

Question 13

How does the pilot prepare for a VFR flight over a large distance of water, when it is unlikely that land can be reached in case of an engine failure?

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Carry life vests or a life raft for all occupants.

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File a flight plan including the exact way-points.

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Be prepared to fly with transponder only.

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Maintain continuous radio contact with ATC.

Question 14

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 15

What action should be taken when entering a windshear? 1. Reduce speed 2. Retract gear and flaps 3. Maintain current configuration 4. Adjust thrust

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3 and 4

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2 and 4

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1 and 2

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1 and 3

Question 16

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 17

In practical private flying, what should a private pilot remember about passenger briefing?

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

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It removes the need for a checklist

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It always improves performance

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It is a radio licence issue

Question 18

Which statement about contaminated runway operation is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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Performance and directional-control margins may be reduced

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Landing distance always decreases

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Take-off performance improves

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Surface condition is irrelevant

Question 19

Which operational procedure statement is correct? The sterile cockpit concept means...

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avoiding non-essential conversation during critical phases

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It is a fuel grade

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It always improves performance

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It is done only after shutdown

Question 20

Two aircraft of the same type, same grossweight and same configuration fly at different airspeeds. Which aircraft will cause more severe wake turbulence?

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The aircraft flying at slower speed.

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The aircraft flying at lower altitude.

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The aircraft flying at higher speed.

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The aircraft flying at higher altitude.

Question 21

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 22

Which kind of engine is susceptible to carburettor fire?

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Piston engines

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Turbine engines

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Electric motors

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Turboprop engines

Question 23

For safe PPL(A) operation, 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 should be delayed until after paperwork

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It is a fuel grade

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It always improves performance

Question 24

A landing conducted in response to circumstances forcing the aircraft to land is a / an...

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Emergency landing.

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Precautionary landing.

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Urgent landing.

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Field or out landing.

Question 25

When briefing a VFR flight, what is the correct operational meaning of fire or smoke?

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Aircraft control, checklist action, landing as soon as practicable and evacuation planning are priorities

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It is done only after shutdown

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Ignore the source

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It is a fuel grade

Question 26

During VFR flight planning, 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 applies only during cruise

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It is unrelated to runway condition

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It changes magnetic variation

Question 27

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 28

Which option correctly describes runway incursion prevention?

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Clearance, lookout, signage and correct taxi routing are essential

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It always improves performance

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It replaces lookout

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It replaces aircraft control

Question 29

Behind a departing large aircraft, a light aeroplane should...

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rotate before the rotation point of the larger aircraft when safe and avoid its wake

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rotate after the same point and stay low

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follow exactly on centreline below its path

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ignore wake if wind is calm

Question 30

Which option correctly describes checklist use?

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It reduces omission errors and supports correct abnormal handling

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It is used only for maintenance

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It is a fuel grade

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It always improves performance

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

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 33

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 34

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Low-level turns should be avoided because...

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stall margin and recovery height are reduced

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airspeed is always higher

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It is decided only by passengers

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It is a fuel grade

Question 35

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 36

When operating from a short or soft field, the pilot should...

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use the approved procedure and performance data

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invent a new technique

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ignore surface condition

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always use maximum braking before take-off

Question 37

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 38

Which operational procedure statement is correct? The ELT should be considered after...

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a forced landing or accident when assistance may be needed

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It is a radio licence issue

Question 39

When reviewing the flight, what is correct about emergency priorities?

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Aviate, navigate and communicate remain the basic order of priorities

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Communicate always comes before control

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It applies only during cruise

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It should be ignored if workload is high

Question 40

A technical fault requires an emergency off-field landing. Which steps, with respect to the pilot's operating handbook, are necessary?

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Locate a suitable landing area, plan the approach, complete the applicable emergency procedure, declare an emergency, start and concentrate on the approach in due time.

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Inform air traffic control and request technical support, check the pilot's operating handbook for a reference on the matter and execute an emergency landing.

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Reduce speed and configure the aircraft for landing in an attempt to gain time, declare an emergency, complete the applicable emergency procedure and execute an emergency landing.

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Declare an emergency, complete the applicable emergency procedure, cover as much distance towards the airport as possible to be closer to the rescue forces.

Question 41

Which statement about engine failure after take-off is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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The first priority is to maintain control and safe flying speed

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The first action is paperwork

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The first priority is changing frequency

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The first priority is securing baggage

Question 42

Before departure, 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 be delayed until after paperwork

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It removes the need for a checklist

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It changes magnetic variation

Question 43

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about go-around?

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It should be initiated promptly if the approach or landing is unsafe

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It is used only by IFR flights

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It is a fuel grade

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It is a radio licence issue

Question 44

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 45

The term "flight time" is defined as...

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The total time from the first aircraft movement until the moment it finally comes to rest at the end of the flight.

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The period from the start of the take-off run to the final touchdown when landing.

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The period from engine start until the aircraft comes to a complete stop and all engines are shut down.

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The total time from the moment the aircraft leaves the ground until it touches down at the destination.

Question 46

What should be considered regarding a scheduled flight over water, when land cannot be reached in case of an emergency landing?

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For all passengers there must be life jackets or lifeboats present

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Transponder code 7600 has to be set during the whole flight

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Contact to the nearest ATC shall consist during the whole flight

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The flight plan has to contain the exact waypoints

Question 47

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 48

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 49

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 50

For safe PPL(A) operation, what should a private pilot remember about wake turbulence?

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Adequate spacing should be maintained behind larger aircraft

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It always improves performance

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It changes magnetic variation

Question 51

Fuel contamination is checked by...

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draining samples from specified drain points

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looking only at the fuel gauge

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checking tyre pressure

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listening to the radio

Question 52

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Thunderstorms should be avoided because they may contain...

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severe turbulence, hail, lightning, icing and wind shear

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only smooth updraughts

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guaranteed tailwind

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It is decided only by passengers

Question 53

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 54

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

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

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Passengers should remain near the aircraft in fire

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Baggage collection is the priority

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The engine should be left running

Question 55

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

Accepted Answer

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

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It is a failure of airmanship

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It is prohibited under VFR

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It removes reserve requirements

Question 56

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 57

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A rejected take-off should be considered if...

Accepted Answer

acceleration, engine indications or directional control are abnormal

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It applies only during cruise

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It removes the need for a checklist

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It should be ignored if workload is high

Question 58

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 59

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 60

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A go-around should be initiated when...

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the approach becomes unstable or landing cannot be assured safely

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It is done only after shutdown

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only if ATC orders it

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It replaces aircraft control

Question 61

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

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It reduces omission errors and supports correct abnormal handling

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It replaces aircraft control

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It should always be skipped under stress

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It is used only for maintenance

Question 62

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Noise abatement should be applied...

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without compromising safety

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It is unrelated to runway condition

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It should be ignored if workload is high

Question 63

Survival equipment should be appropriate to...

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route, terrain, weather and expected rescue time

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aircraft colour only

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transponder code only

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engine oil grade only

Question 64

Which would be the correct reaction when hydroplaning is suspected upon landing?

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If all wheels are in motion, brake moderately. Maintain directional control by aerodynamic means

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Add power and use flaps and spoilers to brake aerodynamically

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Apply maximum braking to reduce aircraft speed to less than hydroplaning speed, then continue normal ground roll

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Cross rudder and aileron controls in order to use the aircraft fuselage to brake aerodynamically

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