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

Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

Before departure, which statement is correct for checklist use?

Accepted Answer

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 6

During cross-country planning, which statement is correct for runway incursion prevention?

Accepted Answer

Clearance, lookout, signage and correct taxi routing are essential

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It should be ignored if workload is high

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It changes magnetic variation

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It prevents all emergencies

Question 7

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 8

On final approach, wind shear suddenly decreases the tailwind. Without pilot correction, what is the immediate effect?

Accepted Answer

The approach path becomes higher and IAS increases.

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The approach path becomes lower and IAS decreases.

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Only groundspeed changes; IAS remains unchanged.

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The aircraft remains on the same path with unchanged IAS.

Question 9

Which statement is correct for runway incursion prevention?

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Clearance, lookout, signage and correct taxi routing are essential

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It is unrelated to runway condition

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It is done only after shutdown

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Only passengers monitor taxiways

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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 11

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

Accepted Answer

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 12

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

Accepted Answer

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 13

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 14

Noise abatement should be applied...

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without compromising safety

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even if it creates an unsafe flight path

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only after engine failure

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only in IMC

Question 15

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 16

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 17

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 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

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It should always be delayed to rotation speed

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It is based only on passenger preference

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It is never allowed on grass

Question 19

What is correct about wake turbulence?

Accepted Answer

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 20

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Behind a departing large aircraft, a light aeroplane should...

Accepted Answer

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

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It applies only during cruise

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It always improves performance

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It prevents all emergencies

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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 22

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 23

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

Accepted Answer

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 24

Which operational procedure statement is correct? In an electrical fire in flight, the immediate concern is...

Accepted Answer

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 25

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 26

How can a wind shear encounter in flight be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Avoid take-off and landing during the passage of heavy showers or thunderstorms

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Avoid areas of precipitation, particularly during winter, and choose low flight altitudes

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Avoid take-offs and landings in mountainous terrain and stay in flat country whenever possible

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Avoid thermally active areas, particularly during summer, or stay below these areas

Question 27

What should a private pilot remember about evacuation?

Accepted Answer

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 28

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

Accepted Answer

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 29

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 30

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

Accepted Answer

In climb

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In descent

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During the approach

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In horizontal flight

Question 31

Which kind of engine is susceptible to carburettor fire?

Accepted Answer

Piston engines

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Turbine engines

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Electric motors

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Turboprop engines

Question 32

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 33

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

Accepted Answer

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 34

What is correct about forced landing?

Accepted Answer

A suitable landing area and aircraft control should be prioritised

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It should be ignored if workload is high

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It prevents all emergencies

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The transponder replaces landing planning

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

During VFR flight planning, how should contaminated runway operation be understood by a private pilot?

Accepted Answer

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 37

What is correct about emergency priorities?

Accepted Answer

Aviate, navigate and communicate remain the basic order of priorities

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It prevents all emergencies

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Aviate is done only after checklist completion

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It applies only during cruise

Question 38

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

Accepted Answer

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 39

Which option correctly describes runway incursion prevention?

Accepted Answer

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 40

Wake turbulence intensity increases especially with...

Accepted Answer

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 41

What should be observed when taxiing behind a commercial airliner?

Accepted Answer

To avoid the jet blast, a minimum distance of 200 m should be maintained

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To avoid wake turbulence, a minimum distance of 700 m should be maintained

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To avoid the jet blast, a minimum distance of 600 m should be maintained

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To avoid wake turbulence, a minimum distance of 300 m should be maintained

Question 42

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

Accepted Answer

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 43

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

Accepted Answer

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 44

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?

Accepted Answer

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 45

Why is it dangerous to pump the throttle for engine start in cold weather?

Accepted Answer

It may cause a carburettor fire

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Carburettor icing can occur

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The engine might start with not enough power

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The oil will become diluted

Question 46

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

Accepted Answer

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 47

After a precautionary landing the brakes and wheels are very hot. In which way should the pilot approach them?

Accepted Answer

From the front or back side

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From the right or left side

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At an angle of 45°

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From the front, right or left side

Question 48

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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 49

A precautionary landing is a landing...

Accepted Answer

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 50

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

Accepted Answer

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 51

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 52

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

Accepted Answer

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 53

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

Accepted Answer

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 54

Which phenomenon may be expected at point 3 of the microburst? See figure (OPR-001)

Accepted Answer

Decrease in airspeed

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Constant rate of descent

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Increase in airspeed

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Decrease in climb rate

Question 55

What is the correct operational meaning of diversion?

Accepted Answer

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 56

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

Accepted Answer

It reduces omission errors and supports correct abnormal handling

Answer

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 57

What is the correct operational meaning of engine failure after take-off?

Accepted Answer

The first priority is to maintain control and safe flying speed

Answer

It is used only for IFR flights

Answer

It is a radio licence issue

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The first action is paperwork

Question 58

What extinguishing agent is the least suitable for an aircraft fire?

Accepted Answer

Water

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Powder

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Halon

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Foam

Question 59

Which operational procedure statement is correct? In severe turbulence, the pilot should normally...

Accepted Answer

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 60

Which statement is correct for abnormal vibration?

Accepted Answer

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 61

Which method is appropriate to approach an unprepared landing field?

Accepted Answer

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 62

How should rejected take-off be understood by a private pilot?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

It is never allowed on grass

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It is decided only by passengers

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It applies only during cruise

Question 63

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?

Accepted Answer

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 64

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

Accepted Answer

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

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