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

Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

What needs to be observed in conjunction with overheated brakes?

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The affected tyres may burst in axial direction

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The affected brakes need to be cooled down with halon

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The affected tyres may burst in radial direction or direction of rotation

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The wheel fairing shall be taken off to increase the cooldown

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

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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

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 12

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 13

May an engine, which previously was on fire, be restarted?

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No, the risk of a reignition of the fire would be too high

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Yes, if the aircraft is flying at a safe altitude

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Yes, but only on the ground for the purpose of taxiing

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Yes, but only if the cause of the fire was a carburettor fire during engine start

Question 14

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 15

Which operational procedure statement is correct? Fuel contamination is checked by...

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draining samples from specified drain points

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It always improves performance

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It prevents all emergencies

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It should be delayed until after paperwork

Question 16

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 17

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 used only for IFR flights

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It is a radio licence issue

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The first action is paperwork

Question 18

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 19

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 20

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 21

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 22

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 23

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

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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 24

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

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

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It is a fuel grade

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It is a radio licence issue

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fly below its path

Question 25

Which operational procedure statement is correct? 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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It replaces lookout

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raise the nose to gain height

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It replaces aircraft control

Question 26

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 27

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 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

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 30

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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no precipitation

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guaranteed tailwind

Question 31

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 32

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 33

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 34

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

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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 35

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 36

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 37

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 38

Which area is suitable for an off-field landing?

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Harvested cornfield

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Glade with long dry grass

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Plowed field

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Sports area in a village

Question 39

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

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Water

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Powder

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Halon

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Foam

Question 40

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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It prevents all emergencies

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It is decided only by passengers

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It is unrelated to runway condition

Question 41

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 42

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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ignore the fire if it stops

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open the fuel selector further

Question 43

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

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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 failure of airmanship

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It is prohibited under VFR

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It removes reserve requirements

Question 44

How should diversion be understood by a private pilot?

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

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It changes magnetic variation

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It prevents all emergencies

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It is a failure of airmanship

Question 45

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 46

What is correct about emergency priorities?

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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 47

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 48

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 49

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 50

Which operational procedure statement is correct? A runway incursion risk is reduced by...

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clear readbacks, situational awareness and stopping if unsure

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It is a radio licence issue

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It is done only after shutdown

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It replaces lookout

Question 51

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 52

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

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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

Question 53

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 never allowed on grass

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It is decided only by passengers

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It applies only during cruise

Question 54

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 55

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 56

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 57

For an off-field landing, the selected field should preferably be...

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long, into wind, free of obstacles and suitable for the surface

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short and downwind

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covered by tall crops only

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surrounded by wires

Question 58

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 59

Which operational procedure statement is correct? 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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It applies only during cruise

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It always improves performance

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It prevents all emergencies

Question 60

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 61

Which statement is correct for go-around?

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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 62

What is the correct operational meaning of 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 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 63

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 64

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

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