Exam quiz PPL(H) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

What is a likely consequence of gearbox chip warning?

Accepted Answer

land as soon as appropriate according to the flight manual.

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The altimeter automatically resets to standard pressure.

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The aircraft becomes exempt from maintenance requirements.

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The transponder changes to emergency code automatically.

Question 2

Which statement about VFR flight is correct?

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It must be conducted in accordance with visual flight rules and applicable VMC minima.

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It is defined by the aircraft type only.

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It is always flown without radio.

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It is permitted only at night.

Question 3

A Grey-out is the result of...

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Positive g-forces

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Tiredness

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Hypoxia

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Hyperventilation

Question 4

Why is low cloud important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It can reduce terrain and obstacle clearance options.

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It is relevant only to airline transport operations.

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It can be ignored when the flight remains local.

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It is replaced by passenger preference.

Question 5

Fading in LF/MF frequency range occurs mainly...

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During the night.

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In the late afternoon.

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At midday.

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In the daytime.

Question 6

A helicopter with a rotor turning in an anti-clockwise direction seen from above, hovers sideways to the right. What is the azimuth angle where the main rotor blades have the biggest pitch angle?

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180°

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270°

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90°

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0°

Question 7

The reason for a stall at a given pitch angle can be...

Accepted Answer

Smaller vertical airflow through the rotor and constant peripheral speed

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Constant peripheral speed and great vertical airflow through the rotor

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Smaller effective angle of attack and small peripheral speed

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Smaller frontal resistance and turbulent airflow

Question 8

What is the nature of the flight shown in the given ATC flight plan? Use figure (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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Border crossing flight.

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Traffic pattern under visual flight rules.

Question 9

Magnetic heading is 260° and compass deviation is 8° W. What compass heading should be flown?

Accepted Answer

268°

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252°

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283°

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253°

Question 10

How should crosswind be considered during helicopter performance planning?

Accepted Answer

may limit the operation if it exceeds the demonstrated or approved limit.

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It is ignored below 10 kt.

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It changes aircraft mass but not performance.

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It removes the need to check the flight manual.

Question 11

Where does a geometrically twisted rotor blade have its largest pitch angle?

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Next to the rotor blade roots

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Between rotor blade tips and rotor blade roots

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In the entire area of the rotor blade

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Next to the rotor blade tips

Question 12

In flight, a little smoke emerges from behind the instrument panel. An engine fire is suspected. Which action, with respect to the pilot's operating manual, should be taken?

Accepted Answer

Turn off the heat

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Turn off the master switch

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Shut down the engine

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Use the fire extinguisher

Question 13

Which statement about a turbine engine TOT or TGT limit is correct?

Accepted Answer

It protects the engine from excessive gas temperature.

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It is a navigation bearing.

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It controls radio squelch.

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It measures cabin oxygen only.

Question 14

What is a "PAPI" (Precision Approach Path Indicator)?

Accepted Answer

A visual aid that provides guidance information to help a pilot acquire and maintain the correct glidepath to an aerodrome or an airport

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A visual aid that provides guidance information to help a pilot acquire and maintain the correct departure track when departing from an aerodrome or an airport

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A visual aid that provides guidance information to help a tower controller acquire and maintain the correct approach to an aerodrome or an airport

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An instrumental aid that provides guidance information to help a pilot acquire and maintain the correct approach to an aerodrome or an airport

Question 15

Which approximate, geometrical form describes the shape of the Earth best for navigation systems?

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Ellipsoid

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Sphere of ecliptical shape

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Flat plate

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Perfect sphere

Question 16

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

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

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

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

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

Question 17

What process results in the formation of "orographic fog" ("hill fog")?

Accepted Answer

Warm, moist air is moved across a hill or a mountain range

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Evaporation from warm, moist ground area into very cold air

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Prolonged radiation during nights clear of clouds

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Cold, moist air mixes with warm, moist air

Question 18

What needs to be observed in particular when performing a slope landing?

Accepted Answer

Slipping of the helicopter

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Direction of rotation of the main rotor

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Width of the landing skids

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Faulty navigation lights

Question 19

What is the meaning of the 1:60 rule?

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1 NM lateral offset at 1° drift after 60 NM

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60 NM lateral offset at 1° drift after 1 NM

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10 NM lateral offset at 1° drift after 60 NM

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6 NM lateral offset at 1° drift after 10 NM

Question 20

Which statement about confined area operations is correct?

Accepted Answer

They require assessment of obstacles, wind, escape route and performance.

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They need no reconnaissance if GPS is available.

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They are always performed downwind.

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They require ignoring power margins.

Question 21

The position of the centre of gravity equals... Use figure (PFP-052e)

Accepted Answer

142 in.

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137.5 in.

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147.5 in.

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145.7 in.

Question 22

What is the meaning of the radiotelephony phrase "Stand by"?

Accepted Answer

Wait and I will call you.

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No.

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Disregard my last transmission.

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Emergency traffic only.

Question 23

Which components do rotor blades made of synthetic material contain?

Accepted Answer

Spar of lead and synthetic material, filling material and outer skin of synthetic material, erosion protection of stainless steel

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Spar of synthetic material, filling material and outer skin of synthetic material, erosion protection of aluminum

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Spar of aluminum and synthetic material, filling material and outer skin and erosion protection of synthetic material

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Spar of stainless steel, filling material and outer skin and erosion protection of synthetic material

Question 24

Which action best supports safe management of airspace boundary awareness?

Accepted Answer

Track position relative to controlled and restricted airspace.

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Delay the decision until after take-off.

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Use the item only if requested by passengers.

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Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

Question 25

What is a latent error?

Accepted Answer

An error which remains undetected in the system for a long time

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An error which only has consequences after landing

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An error which has an immediate effect on the controls

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An error which is made by the pilot actively and consciously

Question 26

A steel or lead rotor blade spar...

Accepted Answer

Improves the autorotation characteristics by increased inertia.

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Prevents high-frequency vibrations to the main rotor system.

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Is necessary for the connection to the main rotor head.

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Holds loads of the uniform lift distribution.

Question 27

The term "aerodrome elevation" is defined as...

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The highest point of the landing area.

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The lowest point of the landing area.

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The average value of the height of the manoeuvring area.

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The highest point of the apron.

Question 28

Which statement about the right of way in head-on traffic is correct?

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Both aircraft should alter course to the right.

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The lighter aircraft always climbs.

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Only the aircraft on the left changes heading.

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Both aircraft alter course to the left.

Question 29

Which phrase is to be used when a pilot wants the tower to know that he is ready for take-off?

Accepted Answer

Ready for departure

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Ready

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Ready for start-up

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Request take-off

Question 30

The rotor thrust is...

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Perpendicular to the tip path plane

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Opposite to the rotation of the rotor blade element

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Parallel with the main rotor shaft

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Perpendicular to the hub plane

Question 31

For a given aircraft mass, wake turbulence is particularly strong...

Accepted Answer

At low airspeed.

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At high altitude.

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At low altitude.

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At high airspeed.

Question 32

Which altitude marks the lower limit where the body is unable to completely compensate the effects of the low atmospheric pressure?

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12000 feet

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7000 feet

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5000 feet

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22000 feet

Question 33

The specified speed in the ATS flight plan equals: Use figure (PFP-051)

Accepted Answer

100 kt.

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100 m/h.

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100 km/h.

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1000 kt.

Question 34

What has to be considered when starting the engine in a strong wind condition?

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The helicopter should be aligned with its longitudinal axis in the wind.

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The rotor brake should not be released before the engine runs with sufficient RPM.

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The cyclic stick should be taken backwards and the collective pitch should be raised.

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The mixture should be leaned and the carburettor heat fully pulled.

Question 35

The planned distance is 45 NM and groundspeed is 90 kt. What is the approximate flight time?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

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22 minutes

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40 minutes

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48 minutes

Question 36

Which factor can lead to human error?

Accepted Answer

The bias to see what we expect to see

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Double check of relevant actions

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Proper use of checklists

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To be doubtful if something looks unclear or ambiguous

Question 37

What is a likely consequence of magnetic material near the compass?

Accepted Answer

compass deviation may increase.

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The altimeter automatically resets to standard pressure.

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The aircraft becomes exempt from maintenance requirements.

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The transponder changes to emergency code automatically.

Question 38

An aircraft is following a true course (TC) of 220° at a constant TAS of 220 kt. The wind vector is 270°/50 kt. The ground speed (GS) equals...

Accepted Answer

185 kt

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135 kt

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255 kt

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170 kt

Question 39

What process causes latent heat being released into the upper troposphere?

Accepted Answer

Cloud forming due to condensation

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Stabilisation of inflowing air masses

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Descending air across widespread areas

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Evaporation over widespread water areas

Question 40

The validity period of a helicopter type rating is...

Accepted Answer

1 year.

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10 years.

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2 years.

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5 years.

Question 41

Which statement about valley wind is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is influenced by terrain heating and cooling.

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It is unrelated to terrain.

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It always blows at hurricane strength.

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It is a pressure setting.

Question 42

Distance to the next waypoint is 110 NM and groundspeed is 100 kt. What is the estimated time en route?

Accepted Answer

66 minutes

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60 minutes

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74 minutes

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55 minutes

Question 43

Which action best supports safe management of anti-torque demand?

Accepted Answer

Anticipate pedal input when changing collective.

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Delay the decision until after take-off.

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Use the item only if requested by passengers.

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Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

Question 44

Why is hydration important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It supports concentration and reduces fatigue risk.

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It is relevant only to airline transport operations.

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It can be ignored when the flight remains local.

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It is replaced by passenger preference.

Question 45

When do you expect wind shear?

Accepted Answer

During an inversion

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When passing a warm front

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During a summer day with calm winds

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In calm wind in cold weather

Question 46

Which action best supports safe management of pre-take-off briefing?

Accepted Answer

Brief the rejected take-off and emergency plan.

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Delay the decision until after take-off.

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Use the item only if requested by passengers.

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Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

Question 47

Smoke enters the cockpit during an engine fire. Which actions have to be taken immediately?

Accepted Answer

Switching off the heating and the ventilating system

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Switching off the pitot and front window heating

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Switching off the master switch and the ignition

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Switching off the avionics and the cabin lighting

Question 48

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

Accepted Answer

Centre of gravity.

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Centre of pressure.

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Neutral point.

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Stagnation point.

Question 49

What is the call sign of the flight information service?

Accepted Answer

Information

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Advice

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Flight information

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Info

Question 50

What is the never-exceed speed at 4000 feet pressure altitude, +10° C outside air temperature and a helicopter mass of 2300 lbs? Use figure (PFP-046)

Accepted Answer

116 KIAS

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126 KIAS

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96 KIAS

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130 KIAS

Question 51

Wake turbulence is caused by...

Accepted Answer

Pressure compensation 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.

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Wind shear at the wingtip of an aerofoil.

Question 52

The average decrease of blood alcohol level for an adult in one hour is approximately...

Accepted Answer

0.01 percent

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0.3 percent

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0.1 percent

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0.03 percent

Question 53

The "Certificate of Airworthiness" is issued by the state...

Accepted Answer

In which the aircraft is registered.

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In which the airworthiness review is done.

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In which the aircraft is constructed.

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Of the residence of the owner.

Question 54

What should a PPL(H) pilot do when planning to cross a CTR?

Accepted Answer

obtain the required ATC clearance before entry.

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Assume it is inactive unless ATC calls first.

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Switch off the transponder to reduce workload.

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Ignore it when flying VFR below 1,000 ft AGL.

Question 55

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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Remove the batteries

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Remove service equipment

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Drain all engine tank oil

Question 56

The connection between middle ear and nose and throat region is called...

Accepted Answer

Eustachian tube

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Eardrum

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Inner ear

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Cochlea

Question 57

Which of the following is a valid VHF COM frequency for aviation voice communication?

Accepted Answer

120.50 MHz

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115.15 MHz

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117.30 kHz

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108.80 MHz

Question 58

Which action best supports safe management of IMSAFE self-assessment?

Accepted Answer

Complete the check honestly before flight.

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Delay the decision until after take-off.

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Use the item only if requested by passengers.

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Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

Question 59

Which statement about lateral centre of gravity is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is important in helicopters because asymmetric loading can affect control margins.

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It is relevant only to gliders.

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It is ignored when fuel is full.

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It is controlled by ATC clearance.

Question 60

Why is checkpoint selection important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

Good checkpoints improve position awareness and reduce navigation error.

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It is relevant only to airline transport operations.

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It can be ignored when the flight remains local.

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It is replaced by passenger preference.

Question 61

What factor is affected by headwind during a departure?

Accepted Answer

Climb path angle

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Rate of climb

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Vx

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Vy

Question 62

How does inflowing cold air affect the shape and vertical distance between pressure layers?

Accepted Answer

Decrease in vertical distance, lowering in height (low pressure)

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Increase in vertical distance, lowering in height (low pressure)

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Decreasing vertical distance, raise in height (high pressure)

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Increasing vertical distance, raise in height (high pressure)

Question 63

What happens to thrust and tangential force if the rotor RPM decreases by about 10 % in cruise flight?

Accepted Answer

The thrust and the tangential force decrease

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The thrust and the tangential force increase

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The thrust decreases and the tangential force remains constant

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The thrust remains constant and the tangential force increases

Question 64

Which statement about tail rotor failure is correct?

Accepted Answer

Use the specific emergency procedure for the type and flight condition.

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Always increase power to maximum.

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Apply rotor brake in flight.

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Continue to destination normally.

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