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

Question 1

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 2

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 3

(For this questions 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 42min Pressure Altitude = 7.500 ft Temperature = ISA Power setting = 2300 RPM Taxi Fuel = 2 USG Additional time for climb = 8 min, Additional time for approach and landing = 10 min The reserve fuel has to be 30% of trip fuel. Determine the minimum block fuel: (2,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 21

Accepted Answer

48.4 USG

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51.8 USG

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37.7 USG

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46.4 USG

Question 4

Wie beeinflusst die Lufttemperatur die Leistung eines Kolbenmotors?

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Höhere Temperatur entspricht geringerer Luftdichte, dies führt zu geringerer Motorleistung

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Geringere Temperatur entspricht höherer Luftdichte, dies führt zu geringerer Motorleistung

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Höhere Temperatur entspricht höherer Luftdichte, dies führt zu höherer Motorleistung

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Geringere Temperatur entspricht geringerer Luftdichte, dies führt zu höherer Motorleistung

Question 5

The result of a front C.G. position is: 1. Increase in stability. 2. Increase in fuel consumption. 3. Increase in stall speed. 4. Increase in range.

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1, 2, 3

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2. 4

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1, 2

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2, 3, 4

Question 6

Given the following conditions, the fuel consumption equals... Pressure altitude: 2000 ft Temperature: 31° C RPM: 2400 See annex (PFP-012) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 10

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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 7

The speed VFE is defined as...

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Stalling or minimum steady flight speed with the flaps retracted.

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Stalling or minimum steady flight speed with the flaps extended.

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Maximum landing gear extended speed

Question 8

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 9

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 10

What is the take-off distance at 705 kg take-off mass, OAT 20° C, QNH 1013 hPa at an elevation of 3500 ft with 5 kt tailwind? See annex (PFP-009) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 9

Accepted Answer

880 m

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720 m

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790 m

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820 m

Question 11

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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 14

Accepted Answer

6 NM

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3 NM

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16 NM

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10 NM

Question 12

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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 13

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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 13

Given the following conditions, the TAS equals... Outside air temperature: -2° C Pressure altitude: 8000 ft Power: 75 % See annex (PFP-014) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 13

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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 14

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?

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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 right 6 kt. Headwind 10.4 kt.

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Crosswind from the left 6 kt. Tailwind 10.4 kt.

Question 15

The end of the green arc (4) indicates which airspeed? See figure (PFP-008) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 8

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VNO: Maximum speed for normal operations

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VNE: Never-exceed spee

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VFE: Maximum flap extended speed

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VS1: Stall speed with flaps up

Question 16

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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 4

Accepted Answer

3

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1

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2

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4

Question 17

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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Aeronatical Information Service (AIS).

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Local office for aereal supervision

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The flight manager on duty

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The police department.

Question 18

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 19

What is the required fuel 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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 14

Accepted Answer

1 GAL

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2 GAL

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6 GAL

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3 GAL

Question 20

(For this question, please use annex PFP-061) According ICAO, what symbol indicates a group of unlighted obstacles? (2,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 22

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C

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B

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A

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D

Question 21

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 22

Given the following conditions, the climb speed equals... Outside air temperature: -20° C Pressure altitude: 10000 ft See annex (PFP-011) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 11

Accepted Answer

450 ft/min.

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200 ft/min

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350 ft/min.

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390 ft/min

Question 23

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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 3

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1

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4

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2

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3

Question 24

Up to which altitude is an overflight prohibited according to the NOTAM? See figure (PFP-024) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 18

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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 25

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

Accepted Answer

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 26

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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 14

Accepted Answer

110 kt

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90 kt

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120 kt

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100 kt

Question 27

Exceeding the maximum allowed aircraft mass is...

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Not permissible and essentially dangerous

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Only relevant if the excess is more than 10 %

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Compensated by the pilot's control inputs

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Exceptionally permissible to avoid delays.

Question 28

Given the following data for a VFR flight: Trip fuel = 70 US gallons Contingency fuel = 5% of trip fuel Alternate and final reserve fuel = 20 US gallons Usable fuel at take-off = 95 US gallons After half of the distance you read that you have consumed 40 US gallons. Assume that fuel flow remains unchanged. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

The remaining fuel is insufficient for a landing at destination with alternate and final reserve fuel remaining.

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Upon landing 15.0 US gallons will remain in addition to alternate and final reserve fuel.

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Upon landing 5.0 US gallons will remain in addition to alternate and final reserve fuel

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Upon landing, a total of 40.0 US gallons will remain.

Question 29

Given values: Calculated take-off mass = 746 kg calculated CG = 37.1 cm fuel burn = 30.5 l on station 45 cm. Where is the CG situated after the landing?

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36.9 cm

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37.2 cm

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37.5 cm

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36.3 cm

Question 30

Given the following conditions, the take-off distance equals... Outside air temperature: -20° C Pressure Altitude: 5000 ft Aeroplane mass: 750 kg Headwind: 10 kt

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380 m

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450 m.

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410 m

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310 m.

Question 31

The speed Vx means...

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That a given altitude is reached within minimum distance

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That a given altitude is reached within minimum flight time

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Maximum altitude gain per 10 % power

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That a given altitude is reached with minimum fuel consumption

Question 32

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 33

The beginning of the green arc (2) indicates which airspeed? See figure (PFP-008) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 8

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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 34

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?

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 left 6 kt. Tailwind 10.4 kt.

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Crosswind from the right 6 kt. Headwind 10.4 kt.

Question 35

The red marking at the end of the yellow arc (5) indicates which airspeed? See figure (PFP-008) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 8

Accepted Answer

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 36

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) (2,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 10

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 37

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 38

According to the aeronautical chart, Friesach/Hirt (LOKH) has a 707 m grass runway. Prevailing runway is 17 due to a surface wind of 18010KT. The required landing distance for your aircraft under present conditions is 550 m. Considering the NOTAM below ,is it safe to plan LOKH as an alternate aerodrome? See figure (PFP-026) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 17

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No

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Don't know

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Maybe

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Yes

Question 39

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 40

Loads must be adequately secured in order to...

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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 41

The center of gravity has to be located...

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

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Behind the rear C.G. limit.

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In front of the front C.G. limit

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Right of the lateral C. G. limit.

Question 42

The position of the center of gravity equals... See figure (PFP-052e) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 1

Accepted Answer

142 in.

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147.5 in.

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145.7 in.

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137.5 in

Question 43

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

Accepted Answer

44 L

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75 L

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52 L

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49 L

Question 44

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 45

The position of the center of gravity (including fuel) equals... See figure(PFP-053e) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 2

Accepted Answer

37.1 cm

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0.401 m

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37.3 cm

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0.403 m.

Question 46

(For this questions 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: (2,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 21

Accepted Answer

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 47

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 48

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 49

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 50

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 51

The upper limit of LO R 4 equals... See annex (PFP-030) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 16

Accepted Answer

4.500 ft MSL.

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4.500 ft AGL

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1.500 ft MSL.

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1.500 ft AGL

Question 52

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?

Accepted Answer

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 53

The center of gravity (CG) defines...

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

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

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The distance from the datum to the position of a mass.

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The product of mass and balance arm.

Question 54

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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 5

Accepted Answer

4

Answer

3

Answer

2

Answer

1

Question 55

How much taxi fuel must be consumed before take-off to reduce the aircraft mass to the maximum take-off mass? Maximum ramp mass (MRM): 1150 kg Actual ramp mass: 1148 kg Maximum take-off mass (MTOM): 1145 kg

Accepted Answer

4 L

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2 L

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3 L

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5 L

Question 56

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

Accepted Answer

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 57

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

Accepted Answer

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 58

Given the following data for a VFR flight: Trip fuel = 70 US gallons Contingency fuel = 5% of trip fuel. Alternate and final reserve fuel = 20 US gallons Usable fuel at take-off = 90 US gallons After half of the distance you read that you have consumed 30 US gallons. Assume that fuel flow remains unchanged. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

Upon landing 10.0 US gallons will remain in addition to alternate and final reserve fuel.

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The remaining fuel is insufficient for a landing at destination with alternate and final reserve fuel remaining.

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Upon landing 30.0 US gallons will remain in addition to alternate and final reserve fuel.

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Upon landing a total of 10.0 US gallons will remain

Question 59

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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 14

Accepted Answer

7 NM

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10 NM

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6 NM

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4 NM

Question 60

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 61

The specified speed in the ATS flight plan equals: See annex (PFP-051) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 20

Accepted Answer

100 kt.

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1000 kt

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100 m/h.

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100 km/h

Question 62

Which maximum rate of climb can the aircraft reach at 9000 ft pressure altitude and OAT 12° C? See annex (PFP-011) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 11

Accepted Answer

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 63

How does the aircraft configuration influence take-off performance while all other parameters remaining constant? See figure (PFP-007) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 7

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 64

Baggage and cargo must be properly stowed and fastened, otherwise a shift of the cargo may cause...

Accepted Answer

Uncontrollable attitudes, structural damage, risk of injuries.

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Continuous attitudes which can be corrected by the pilot using the flight controls.

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Structural damage, angle of attack stability, velocity stability

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Calculable instability if the C.G. is shifting by less than 10 %.

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