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

Question 1

What danger does standing water on the runway pose to aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Increased rolling resistance during take-off

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Decreased rolling resistance during take-off

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An increase in lift

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A decrease in lift

Question 2

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 3

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 4

How may windshear be recognised in flight?

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Sudden and apparently baseless change in altitude, airspeed, rate of climb or descent

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Sudden and apparently baseless change in heading, turning rate, engine speed or oil temperature

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Sudden and apparently baseless change of oilpressure, oil temperature, engine speed and altitude

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Rather unexpected onset of drizzle associated with high stratus clouds following previously clear skies and calm conditions

Question 5

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 6

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 7

Which operational procedure statement is correct? 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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select carburettor heat only

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It applies only during cruise

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It always improves performance

Question 8

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 9

When do you expect wind shear?

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During an inversion

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In calm wind in cold weather

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During a summer day with calm winds

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When passing a warm front

Question 10

What is correct about wake turbulence?

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Adequate spacing should be maintained behind larger aircraft

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It is a fuel grade

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It removes the need for a checklist

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It always improves performance

Question 11

A wind shear is...

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A vertical or horizontal change of wind speed and wind direction.

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A slow increase of the wind speed in altitudes above 13000 ft.

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A wind speed change of more than 15 kt.

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A meteorological downslope wind phenomenon in the alps.

Question 12

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 13

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 14

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 15

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 a radio licence issue

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It prevents all emergencies

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Open all vents in every case without checklist

Question 16

How should departures near villages be carried out?

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Villages should be circumnavigated and crossed in a sufficient altitude

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Slow with a low propeller rotation speed

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Low and fast between the villages

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Climb and changes in direction should be done as slow as possible

Question 17

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 18

Which option correctly describes abnormal vibration?

Accepted Answer

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 19

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 20

Which phenomenon may be expected at point 2 of the microburst? See figure (OPR-001)

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Decrease of climb rate

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Constant rate of descent

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Decrease of descent rate

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Increase of airspeed

Question 21

Which statement is correct for 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 is only a radio problem

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It replaces aircraft control

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It is used only for IFR flights

Question 22

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 23

Which of the items below may have an influence on the noise perceived by a person on the ground? 1) Engine power setting 2) Propeller revolutions per minute 3) Position of the landing gear 4) Flap position 5) Flight track 6) Height above ground 7) Flight rules

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1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

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1, 5, 6

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1, 5, 6, 7

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3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Question 24

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 25

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 26

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 27

In day-to-day private flying, what is correct about evacuation?

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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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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It applies only during cruise

Question 28

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 29

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 30

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 31

Which option correctly describes go-around?

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

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It prevents all emergencies

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It is used only by IFR flights

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It is decided only by passengers

Question 32

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 33

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 34

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 35

Which operational procedure statement is correct? When operating from a short or soft field, the pilot should...

Accepted Answer

use the approved procedure and performance data

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It replaces aircraft control

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It is a fuel grade

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It removes the need for a checklist

Question 36

Which statement about go-around is correct for a PPL(A) pilot?

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

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It is prohibited after final approach

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It is used only by IFR flights

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It replaces fuel planning

Question 37

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 38

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 39

On final approach, wind shear suddenly increases the headwind. Without pilot correction, what happens to flight path and IAS?

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Path is higher, IAS increases

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Path is higher, IAS decreases

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Path is lower, IAS increases

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Path is lower, IAS decreases

Question 40

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Wake turbulence from a heavier aircraft is strongest when it is...

Accepted Answer

heavy, slow and clean

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It replaces aircraft control

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It removes the need for a checklist

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It is a radio licence issue

Question 41

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 42

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

Accepted Answer

stay above its glide path and land beyond its touchdown point if safe

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land before its touchdown point

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fly below its path

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touch down in the same point

Question 43

Before departure, what is correct about forced landing?

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A suitable landing area and aircraft control should be prioritised

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It changes magnetic variation

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The transponder replaces landing planning

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It is used only for IFR flights

Question 44

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

Accepted Answer

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 45

For a VFR private pilot, what should be remembered about forced landing?

Accepted Answer

A suitable landing area and aircraft control should be prioritised

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It is done only after shutdown

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It replaces lookout

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The engine should always be restarted first regardless of altitude

Question 46

Which statement is correct for go-around?

Accepted Answer

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

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It replaces lookout

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It is a fuel grade

Question 47

Wake turbulence is caused by...

Accepted Answer

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 48

How can the pilot of an engine-driven aircraft minimise the noise emission during descent and approach?

Accepted Answer

High approach with minimum power setting, late descent, late configuration, adherence to established arrival routes

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High approach with maximum power setting, early configuration, and steep approach

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Descent and approach in landing configuration while maintaining a descent angle of 3°, direct approach whenever possible

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Low approach with minimum power setting, late configuration and steep approach, adherence to established arrival routes

Question 49

During a local VFR flight, which option correctly describes go-around?

Accepted Answer

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

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It is prohibited after final approach

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It replaces aircraft control

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It is unrelated to runway condition

Question 50

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

Accepted Answer

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 51

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

Accepted Answer

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 52

The ELT should be considered after...

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a forced landing or accident when assistance may be needed

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every normal landing

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refuelling only

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a routine radio check

Question 53

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

Accepted Answer

25 %

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50 %

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10 %

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75 %

Question 54

How should fire or smoke be understood by a private pilot?

Accepted Answer

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

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It changes magnetic variation

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Continue normally to destination

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It is decided only by passengers

Question 55

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

Accepted Answer

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 56

A stable approach includes...

Accepted Answer

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

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any speed if runway is long

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no checklist use

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large last-second corrections

Question 57

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

Accepted Answer

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 58

What is the correct operational meaning of rejected take-off?

Accepted Answer

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

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

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It applies only during cruise

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It removes the need for a checklist

Question 59

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 60

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

Accepted Answer

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 61

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

Accepted Answer

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 62

Which option correctly describes bird strike?

Accepted Answer

The pilot should assess controllability, engine indications and landing options

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It always requires continuing to destination

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It replaces aircraft control

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It removes the need for a checklist

Question 63

When reviewing the flight, how should rejected take-off be understood by a private pilot?

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

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It is decided only by passengers

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It is used only for IFR flights

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It should be ignored if workload is high

Question 64

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

Accepted Answer

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

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