Exam quiz Performance and flight planning - EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

Given the following data: Take-Off fuel = 200 lbs Alternate fuel = 40 lbs Final reserve fuel = 30 lbs After 25 minutes the remaining fuel is 120 lbs. Assuming that fuel flow will remain unchanged, the remaining time to the destination should not exceed:

Accepted Answer

15.6 min

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37.5 min

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20.0 min

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59.4 min

Question 2

Which is the maximum rate of climb for the aircraft at 6500 ft pressure altitude and an OAT of 0° C? See annex (PFP-011)

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480 ft / min

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400 ft / min

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520 ft / min

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800 ft / min

Question 3

The position of the center of gravity equals... See figure (PFP-052e)

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142 in.

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147.5 in.

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145.7 in.

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137.5 in.

Question 4

Up to which altitude is an overflight prohibited according to the NOTAM? See figure (PFP-024)

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Altitude 9500 ft MSL

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Height 9500 ft

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Altitude 9500 m MSL

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Flight Level 95

Question 5

Considering the following fuel data, how much trip fuel is required? Fuel for start-up and taxi: 5 L Fuel for take-off and climb: 12 L Fuel for cruise flight: 25 L Fuel for descent, approach and landing: 7 L Fuel for taxi and parking: 3 L Fuel to alternate: 13 L Final reserve fuel: 10 L

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44 L

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75 L

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52 L

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49 L

Question 6

What is the nature of the flight shown in the given ATC flight plan? See annex (PFP-051a)

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Night flight under visual flight rules.

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Flight under instrument flight rules.

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Traffic pattern under visual flight rules.

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Border crossing flight.

Question 7

The speed VS0 is defined as...

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Stalling speed or minimum steady flight speed in landing configuration.

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Maximum landing gear extended speed.

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Stalling speed or minimum steady flight speed obtained in a specific configuration.

Question 8

An aircraft must be loaded and operated in such a way that the center of gravity (CG) stays within the approved limits during all phases of flight. This is done to ensure...

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Both stability and controllability of the aircraft.

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That the aircraft does not exceed the maximum permissible airspeed during a descent.

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That the aircraft does not stall.

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That the aircraft does not tip over on its tail while it is being loaded.

Question 9

(For this question, please use annex PFP-062) According ICAO, what symbol indicates a civil airport (not international airport) with paved runway?

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A

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D

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B

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C

Question 10

Which factor shortens landing distance?

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Strong head wind

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High pressure altitude

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Heavy rain

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High density altitude

Question 11

The specified speed in the ATS flight plan equals: See annex (PFP-051)

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100 kt.

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1000 kt.

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100 m/h.

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100 km/h.

Question 12

Given the following conditions, the fuel consumption equals... Pressure altitude: 2000 ft Temperature: 31° C RPM: 2400 See annex (PFP-012)

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19.5 l/h.

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19.1 l/h.

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21.7 l/h

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22.8 l/h

Question 13

How does aircraft flap configuration influence the take-off performance?

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A higher flap setting decreases ground roll and lift-off speed, but also climb performance

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A higher flap setting decreases ground roll and increases lift-off speed and climb performance

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A higher flap setting decreases ground roll and lift-off speed and increases climb performance

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A higher flap setting increases ground roll, lift-off speed, and climb performance

Question 14

What mass equals 102 litres of Avgas 100LL?

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74 kg

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142 lbs

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74 lbs

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142 kg

Question 15

What range can be achieved at the following conditions? Outside air temperature: 6° C Pressure Altitude: 6000 ft Power: 65 % See annex (PFP-013)

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482 NM

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457 NM

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503 NM

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444 NM

Question 16

Which section of the flight manual describes the basic empty mass of an aircraft?

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Weight and balance

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Normal procedures

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Limitations

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Performance

Question 17

The upper limit of LO R 16 equals... See annex (PFP-056)

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1 500 ft MSL.

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FL150.

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1 500 m MSL.

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1.500 ft GND.

Question 18

The term "balance arm" in the context of a mass and balance calculation defines the...

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Distance from the datum to the center of gravity of a mass.

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Distance of a mass from the center of gravity.

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Point on the longitudinal axis of an aeroplane or its extension from which the centers of gravity of all masses are referenced.

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Point through which the force of gravity is said to act on a mass.

Question 19

The total weight of an aeroplane is acting vertically through the...

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Center of gravity.

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Stagnation point.

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Neutral point.

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Center of pressure.

Question 20

The empty weight and the corresponding center of gravity (CG) of an aircraft are initially determined...

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By weighing.

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Through data provided by the aircraft manufacturer.

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By calculation.

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For one aircraft of a type only, since all aircraft of the same type have the same mass and CG position.

Question 21

The term "moment" with regard to a mass and balance calculation is referred to as...

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Product of a mass and a balance arm.

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Sum of a mass and a balance arm.

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Quotient of a mass and a balance arm.

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Difference of a mass and a balance arm

Question 22

Given the following information, what range can be achieved? Outside air temperature: 22° C Pressure altitude: 2000 ft Power: 55 % See annex (PFP-013)

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500 NM

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550 NM

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480 NM

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450 NM

Question 23

For a take-off from runway 22 and a reported wind of 250°/10 kt, the longitudinal wind component equals...

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9 kt headwind.

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9 kt tailwind.

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5 kt tailwind.

Question 24

Calculated take-off mass = 2300 lbs, calculated CG = 95.75 in, fuel burn = 170 lbs on station 87.00 in. Where is the CG situated after the landing?

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96.45 in

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97.39 in

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94.11 in

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96.57 in

Question 25

What is the required distance to climb to flight level (FL) 75 after a departure from an airfield which is located at a pressure altitude of 3000 ft with an initial mass of 3000 lbs? OAT at airfield: 25° C OAT in FL 75: 0° C See annex (PFP-023)

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7 NM

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10 NM

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6 NM

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4 NM

Question 26

(For this question, please use annex PFP-061) According ICAO, what symbol indicates a group of unlighted obstacles?

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C

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B

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A

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D

Question 27

(For this question use attachment or CAP697 SEP1 Fig. 2.2 Table 2.2.3) For planning a VFR flight, the following data are given: Flight time with planning "overhead-overhead" = 2h 43min Pressure Altitude = 6.500 ft Temperature = ISA-20 Power setting = 2300 RPM Taxi Fuel = 2 USG Additional time for climb = 7 min, Additional time for approach and landing = 10 min The reserve fuel has to be 30% of trip fuel. Determine the minimum block fuel:

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50.4 USG

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47.3 USG

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43.8 USG

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39.2 USG

Question 28

The beginning of the green arc (2) indicates which airspeed? See figure (PFP-008)

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VS1: Stall speed with flaps up

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VS0: Stall speed in landing configuration

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VFE: Maximum flap extended speed

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VNO: Maximum speed for normal operations

Question 29

The density of AVGAS 100LL at 15° C is...

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0.72 kg/l

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0.68 kg/l.

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1.0 kg/l.

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0.82 kg/l.

Question 30

For the purpose of a flight preparation the pilot calculates a total take-off mass of 725 kg and a total moment of 650 mmkg. Which cross marks the center of gravity (CG)? See annex (PFP-004)

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3

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1

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2

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4

Question 31

Calculated take-off mass = 1082 kg, calculated CG = 0.254 m, fuel burn = 55 l on station 0.40 m. Where is the CG situated after the landing?

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24.8 cm

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24.6 cm

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25.2 cm

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25.4 cm

Question 32

The required data for a mass and balance calculation including masses and balance arms can be found in the...

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Mass and balance section of the pilot's operating handbook of this particular aircraft.

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Performance section of the pilot's operating handbook of this particular aircraft.

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Documentation of the annual inspection.

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Certificate of airworthiness.

Question 33

During an unaccelerated flight...

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Thrust equals drag and lift equals gravity.

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Drag equals lift and thrust equals gravity.

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Thrust equals the sum of drag and gravity.

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Thrust equals lift and drag equals gravity.

Question 34

The red marking at the end of the yellow arc (5) indicates which airspeed? See figure (PFP-008)

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VNE: Never-exceed speed

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VNO: Maximum speed for normal operations

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VFE: Maximum flap extended speed

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VS1: Stall speed with flaps up

Question 35

What is the true airspeed (TAS) [kt] and fuel consumption [l/h] for cruise flight with 70 % power in flight level 60 under the following conditions? Temperature: ISA - 20° C QNH: 980 hPa See annex (PFP-012)

Accepted Answer

110 kt. 23.9 l/h.

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100 kt. 19.3 l/h.

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95 kt. 19.6 l/h.

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105 kt. 21.5 l/h

Question 36

Given the following conditions, the TAS equals... Outside air temperature: 10° C Pressure altitude: 6000 ft Power: 65 % See annex (PFP-014)

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92 kt.

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96 kt.

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88 kt.

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100 kt.

Question 37

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

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Unaccelerated flight. The four forces thrust, drag, lift, and weight are in equilibrium.

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Flight with a steady power setting without changing course.

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Climb or descent with a constant climb or descent rate in calm weather conditions.

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Flight in smooth air without turbulence and a perfectly trimmed aircraft.

Question 38

A pilot wants to take off on runway 36, the reported wind is 240 degrees, 12 knots. What is the value of the wind components acting on the aircraft on take-off and landing?

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Crosswind from the left 10.4 kt. Tailwind 6 kt.

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Crosswind from the right 10.4 kt. Tailwind 6 kt.

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Crosswind from the left 6 kt. Tailwind 10.4 kt.

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Crosswind from the right 6 kt. Headwind 10.4 kt.

Question 39

What happens to the true airspeed at a constant indicated airspeed during a climb?

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It increases

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It decreases

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It remains constant below 5000 ft

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It remains constant above 5000 ft

Question 40

For the purpose of a flight preparation, the pilot calculates a total take-off mass of 750 kg and a total moment of 625 mmkg. Which cross marks the center of gravity (CG)? See annex (PFP-003)

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1

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4

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2

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3

Question 41

What is the required distance to climb from FL 65 to FL 95 under the following conditions: Aircraft mass: 3000 lb. OAT in FL 65: -5° C OAT in FL 95: -15° C See annex (PFP-023)

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6 NM

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3 NM

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16 NM

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10 NM

Question 42

The term "maximum elevation figure" (MEF) is defined as...

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The highest elevation within an area covering 30 minutes of latitude and 30 minutes of longitude plus a safety margin, rounded to the next higher 100 ft.

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The highest elevation within an area covering 30 minutes of latitude and 30 minutes of longitude.

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The highest elevation within an area covering 30 minutes of latitude and 30 minutes of longitude plus a safety margin of 1000 ft (305 m), rounded to the next higher 100 ft.

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The highest elevation within an area covering 1 degree of latitude and 1 degree of longitude plus a safety margin, rounded to the next lower 100 ft.

Question 43

Given the following conditions, the TAS equals... Outside air temperature: -2° C Pressure altitude: 8000 ft Power: 75 % See annex (PFP-014)

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104 kt.

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100 kt.

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95 kt.

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110 kt.

Question 44

What is the fuel flow and the true airspeed for cruise flight with 60 % power in flight level 85 at an OAT of -25° C? See annex (PFP-014)

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Fuel flow: 18.5 l. TAS: 85 kt.

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Fuel flow: 17 l. TAS: 81 kt.

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Fuel flow: 17.5 l. TAS: 83 kt.

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Fuel flow: 20 l. TAS: 89 kt.

Question 45

The balance arm is the horizontal distance between...

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The C.G. of a mass and the datum line

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The front C.G. limit and the datum line

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The C.G. of a mass and the rear C.G. limit

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The front C.G. limit and the rear C.G. limit

Question 46

The result of a rear C.G. position is...

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A decrease of stability.

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An increased fuel consumption.

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A decrease of range.

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An increased stall speed.

Question 47

For the purpose of a flight preparation the pilot calculates a total take-off mass of 775 kg and a total moment of 700 mmkg. Which cross marks the center of gravity (CG)? See annex (PFP-005)

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4

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3

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2

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1

Question 48

The speed Vy is defined as...

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Best distance of climb.

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Best speed of climb.

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Best angle of climb.

Question 49

A flight plan has been filed for a flight departing at an uncontrolled aerodrome. When has the actual take-off time been transmitted to ATC?

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Immediately after take-off.

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Upon request from ATC.

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When landing is assured.

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At deviation from expected off-block time by more than 15 min.

Question 50

The term "datum" with regard to a mass and balance calculation defines...

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The point on the longitudinal axis of an aeroplane or its extension from which the centers of gravity of all masses are referenced.

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The point on the lateral axis of an aeroplane or its extension from which the centers of gravity of all masses are referenced.

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The point on the vertical axis of an aeroplane or its extension from which the centers of gravity of all masses are referenced.

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The distance from the reference plane to the center of gravity of an aircraft.

Question 51

During a flight, a flight plan can be filed at the...

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Flight Information Service (FIS).

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Search and Rescue Service (SAR).

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Next airport operator en-route.

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Aeronautical Information Service (AIS).

Question 52

What is the take-off distance at 750 kg take-off mass, standard (ISA) conditions at an elevation of 4000 ft with 5 kt tailwind? See annex (PFP-009)

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900 m

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320 m

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630 m

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480 m

Question 53

During a flight with a flight plan submitted, landing is conducted at an airfield other than the destination stated in the filed flight plan. Who has to be contacted by the pilot immediately?

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Aeronautical Information Service (AIS).

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Local office for aerial supervision.

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The flight manager on duty.

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The police department.

Question 54

What is the lowest possible VFR flight level if a true course of 181° is selected and a variation of 3° east exists?

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FL 055

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FL 050

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FL 060

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FL 065

Question 55

How does the aircraft configuration influence take-off performance while all other parameters remaining constant? See figure (PFP-007)

Accepted Answer

Aircraft A has a higher flap setting than aircraft B

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Aircraft B has a higher tyre pressure than aircraft A

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Aircraft A has a higher tyre pressure than aircraft B

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Aircraft B has a higher flap setting than aircraft A

Question 56

What is the purpose of "interception lines" in visual navigation?

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They are used as easily recognizable guidance upon a possible loss of orientation

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To visualize the range limitation from the departure aerodrome

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They help to continue the flight when flight visibility drops below VFR minima

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To mark the next available en-route airport during the flight

Question 57

A pilot wants to take off on runway 36, the reported wind is 240 degrees 12 knots. What are the wind components acting on the aircraft on take-off and landing?

Accepted Answer

Crosswind from the left 10.4 kt. Tailwind 6 kt.

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Crosswind from the right 10.4 kt. Tailwind 6 kt.

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Crosswind from the right 6 kt. Headwind 10.4 kt.

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Crosswind from the left 6 kt. Tailwind 10.4 kt.

Question 58

At which airspeed do you climb to flight level (FL) 75 after a departure from an airfield which is located at a pressure altitude of 3000 ft with an initial mass of 3000 lbs? OAT at airfield: 25° C OAT in FL 75: 0° C See annex (PFP-023)

Accepted Answer

110 kt

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90 kt

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120 kt

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100 kt

Question 59

Loads must be adequately secured in order to...

Accepted Answer

Avoid any centre of gravity (C.G.) movements

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Carry extra fuel

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Allow steep turns

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Prevent excessive 'g'-loading during the landing flare

Question 60

The term "center of gravity" is defined as...

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The point at which the total mass of the aeroplane is considered to act.

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The heaviest point on an aeroplane.

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Half the distance between the neutral point and the datum line.

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Another designation for the neutral point.

Question 61

Which maximum rate of climb can the aircraft reach at 9000 ft pressure altitude and OAT 12° C? See annex (PFP-011)

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200 ft/min

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250 ft/min

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350 ft/min

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300 ft/min

Question 62

Unless the aircraft is equipped and certified accordingly...

Accepted Answer

Flight into known or forecast icing conditions is prohibited. Should the aircraft enter an area of icing conditions inadvertently, it should be left without delay.

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Flight into known or forecast icing conditions is only allowed as long as it is ensured that the aircraft can still be operated without performance degradation.

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Flight into forecast icing conditions is prohibited. Should the aircraft enter an area of icing conditions inadvertently, the flight may be continued as long as visual meteorological conditions are maintained.

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Flight into areas of precipitation is prohibited.

Question 63

What must be considered for cross-border flights?

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Requires flight plans

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Transmission of hazard reports

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Regular location messages

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Approved exceptions

Question 64

(For this question, use attachment or CAP697 SEP1 Fig. 2.2 Table 2.2.3) Planning a flight from EDWF (Leer Papenburg) to EDWH (Oldenburg Hatten), the following conditions apply: Cruise level = FL 75 Temperature = ISA Cruise weight = 3400 lbs Power setting = 23.0 in. HG @ 2300 RPM Determine True Airspeed (TAS) and Fuel Flow (FF):

Accepted Answer

TAS = 160 kt FF = 11.9 GPH

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TAS = 145 kt FF = 71.1 GPH

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TAS = 160 kt FF = 12.3 GPH

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TAS = 145 kt FF = 11.9 GPH

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