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

Question 1

(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 2

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 3

Given the following conditions, the TAS equals... Outside air temperature: 10° C Pressure altitude: 6000 ft Power: 65 % See annex (PFP-014) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 13

Accepted Answer

92 kt

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96 kt.

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88 kt.

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100 kt.

Question 4

The speed VFE is defined as...

Accepted Answer

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 5

The VFR semicircular rules are based on the...

Accepted Answer

Magnetic course (MC).

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True course (TC).

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Magnetic heading (MH)

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True heading (TH).

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

C

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B

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A

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D

Question 7

What is the nature of the flight shown in the given ATC flight plan? See annex (PFP-051a) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 19

Accepted Answer

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 8

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

Accepted Answer

1

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4

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2

Answer

3

Question 9

The angle of descent is defined as...

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The angle between a horizontal plane and the actual flight path, expressed in degrees [°].

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The ratio between the change in height and the horizontal distance travelled within the same time, expressed in percent [%]

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The ratio between the change in height and the horizontal distance distance travelled within the same time, expressed in degrees [°].

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The angle between a horizontal plane and the actual flight path, expressed in percent [%].

Question 10

The speed VS0 is defined as...

Accepted Answer

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 11

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 12

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 13

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 14

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

Accepted Answer

104 kt

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100 kt.

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95 kt.

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110 kt

Question 15

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 16

What range can be achieved at the following conditions? Outside air temperature: 6° C Pressure Altitude: 6000 ft Power: 65 % See annex (PFP-013) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 12

Accepted Answer

482 NM

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457 NM

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503 NM

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444 NM

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

Weight and balance

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Normal procedures

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Limitations

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Performance

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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 19

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 20

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

Accepted Answer

380 m

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450 m.

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410 m

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310 m.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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 22

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 23

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.

Accepted Answer

1, 2, 3

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2. 4

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1, 2

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2, 3, 4

Question 24

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) (1,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 11

Accepted Answer

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 25

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 26

What is the true airspeed (TAS) [kt] and fuel consumption [l/h] for cruise flight with 60 % 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

95 kt. 19.6 l/h.

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96 kt. 19.1 l/h.

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110 kt. 25.1 l/h.

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95,75 kt. 19.8 l/h.

Question 27

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 28

The balance arm is the horizontal distance between...

Accepted Answer

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 29

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

Accepted Answer

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 30

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 31

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?

Accepted Answer

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 32

Which climb speed may be used to optimize the rate of climb (e.g. to reach a desired altitude within minimum time)?

Accepted Answer

Vy, the best rate of climb speed

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Vy, the best angle of climb speed

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Vx, the best rate of climb speed

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Vx, the best angle of climb speed

Question 33

The speed Vy is defined as...

Accepted Answer

Best distance of climb.

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Best speed of climb.

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Best angle of climb.

Question 34

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...

Accepted Answer

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 35

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

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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 %.

Question 36

(For this question, please use annex PFP-062) According ICAO, what symbol indicates a civil airport (not international airport) with paved runway? (2,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 23

Accepted Answer

A

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D

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B

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C

Question 37

Given the following data for a VFR flight: Take-off fuel: 180 kg including reserve fuel, which is 30% of take off fuel. After half of the distance the remaining fuel is 100 kg. Assume that cruise conditions will remain unchanged. Determine the remaining fuel at the destination:

Accepted Answer

20 kg

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80 kg

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40 kg

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10 kg

Question 38

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

Accepted Answer

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 39

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 40

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 41

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 42

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?

Accepted Answer

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 43

The conversion factor from kilogram [kg] into pounds [lb] is...

Accepted Answer

Kg x 2.205 = lb.

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Kg x 2 = lb.

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Kg / 2.205 = lb.

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Kg x 0.454 = lb

Question 44

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

Accepted Answer

9 kt headwind.

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9 kt tailwind

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5 kt tailwind.

Question 45

Which factor shortens landing distance?

Accepted Answer

Strong head wind

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High pressure altitude

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Heavy rain

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High density altitude

Question 46

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 47

It is possible that the surface wind speed at an airport is reduced due to friction. When a surface area with a minor tailwind condition is left during the initial climb, the pilot might expect...

Accepted Answer

A decrease in airspeed and rate of climb due to increasing tailwind.

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An increase in airspeed and rate of climb due to decreasing tailwind

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A deacrease in airspeed and climb performance due to decreasing tailwind

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An increase in airspeed and rate of climb due to increasing tailwind.

Question 48

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 49

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

Accepted Answer

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 50

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 51

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.

Answer

390 ft/min

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 term "steady flight" is defined as...

Accepted Answer

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 54

(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

Answer

51.8 USG

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37.7 USG

Answer

46.4 USG

Question 55

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 56

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?

Accepted Answer

96.45 in

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97.39 in

Answer

94.11 in

Answer

96.57 in

Question 57

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 58

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

Accepted Answer

Fuel flow: 18.5 l. TAS: 85 kt.

Answer

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 59

How does wind affect the take-off performance?

Accepted Answer

Tailwind reduces the relative wind on the airfoil. The take-off distance will increase

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Tailwind aids the aircraft in overcoming the initial drag at the commencement of the take-off roll. The take-off distance will decrease

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Headwind causes an increased airflow around the wing. The take-off distance will increase

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Headwind imposes an increased drag on the aircraft. The take-off distance will increase

Question 60

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

Accepted Answer

Center of gravity.

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Stagnation point.

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Neutral point.

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Center of pressure.

Question 61

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.

Answer

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 62

(For this questions, use attachment or CAP697 SEP1 Fig. 2.2 Table 2.2.3) Planning a flight from EDWH (Oldenburg Hatten) to EDWF (Leer Papenburg), the following conditions apply: Cruise level = FL 65 Temperature = ISA+20 Cruise weight = 3400 lbs Power setting = 23.0 in. HG @ 2300 RPM What Indicated Airspeed (IAS) and Fuel Flow (FF) can be expected? (2,00 P.) Siehe Anlage 21

Accepted Answer

IAS = 142 kt FF = 11.5 GPH

Answer

IAS = 145 kt FF = 11.9 GPH

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IAS = 158kt FF = 11.5 GPH

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IAS = 150 kt FF = 12.3 GPH

Question 63

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Answer

Certificate of airworthiness.

Question 64

When preparing to carry out the weighing procedure on an aircraft, which of the following is required?

Accepted Answer

Drain all useable fuel

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Drain all engine tank oil

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Remove service equipment

Answer

Remove the batteries

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