Exam quiz Flight Performance and Planning - PPL(H) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

Basic empty mass is 720 kg, occupants are 80 kg and 65 kg, usable fuel for departure is 35 kg and MTOM is 920 kg. Is the mass within limits?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the calculated take-off mass is within the limit.

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Yes, because fuel is not included in take-off mass.

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No, because passenger mass is never included in take-off mass.

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The result cannot be assessed because empty mass is irrelevant.

Question 2

Which action best supports safe management of temperature correction?

Accepted Answer

Use the actual or forecast temperature for performance planning.

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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 3

Which statement about centre of gravity forward of limit is correct?

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It can increase control forces and reduce the ability to flare.

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It always improves hover performance.

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It reduces all power required.

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It removes the need for a load sheet.

Question 4

A helicopter burns 45 l/h. Planned flight time is 30 minutes and required reserve is 15 l. What minimum fuel should be planned?

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38 l

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23 l

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30 l

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46 l

Question 5

Basic empty mass is 810 kg, occupants are 85 kg and 60 kg, usable fuel for departure is 45 kg and MTOM is 980 kg. Is the mass within limits?

Accepted Answer

No, the calculated take-off mass exceeds the limit.

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Yes, because only basic empty mass is compared with the limit.

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Yes, because fuel may be ignored for helicopters.

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The result cannot be assessed because passenger mass is irrelevant.

Question 6

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

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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 7

According to the aeronautical chart, Friesach/Hirt (LOKH) has a 707 m grass runway. The preferred runway is 17 due to a surface wind of 180°/10 kt. The required landing distance for your aircraft under the present conditions is 550 m. Considering the NOTAM below, is it safe to plan LOKH as an alternate aerodrome? Use figure (PFP-026)

Accepted Answer

No, because the applicable NOTAM restriction leaves insufficient landing distance.

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Yes, because the published runway length alone is greater than the required landing distance.

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Yes, because NOTAM restrictions do not have to be considered for alternate planning.

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No, because grass runways may never be used as alternate aerodromes.

Question 8

Which action best supports safe management of baggage location?

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Load baggage only in approved locations and secure it.

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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 9

Why is baggage location important for a PPL(H) flight?

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It can affect longitudinal and lateral centre of gravity.

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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 10

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

Accepted Answer

Weight and balance

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Limitations

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Normal procedures

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Performance

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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

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

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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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Distance of a mass from the centre of gravity.

Question 12

Why is respecting the approved centre of gravity (CG) range especially important for helicopter operations?

Accepted Answer

Because it preserves both stability and controllability of the helicopter.

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Because it prevents retreating blade stall.

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Because it prevents the helicopter from exceeding VNE during descent.

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Because it prevents all dynamic rollover cases.

Question 13

The planned distance is 100 NM and groundspeed is 120 kt. What is the approximate flight time?

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50 minutes

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42 minutes

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60 minutes

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68 minutes

Question 14

Which factor has a positive effect on the power required?

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Clean blades

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Unleaded fuel

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Icy helicopter airframe

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High density altitude

Question 15

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

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0.72 kg/l

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1.0 kg/l

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0.82 kg/l

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0.68 kg/l

Question 16

What mass equals 102 litres of Avgas 100LL?

Accepted Answer

74 kg

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74 lbs

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142 lbs

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142 kg

Question 17

What is the maximum helicopter mass to conduct a departure at 8000 feet pressure altitude and an outside air temperature of +20° C? Max. gross mass: 2500 lbs. Min. gross mass: 1600 lbs. Use figure (PFP-045)

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2460 lbs

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1950 lbs

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2500 lbs

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1550 lbs

Question 18

How should crosswind be considered during helicopter performance planning?

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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 19

Which statement about maximum take-off mass is correct?

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It must not be exceeded for the planned operation.

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It may be exceeded in cold weather.

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It applies only after landing.

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It is advisory for private flights.

Question 20

During lift-off the helicopter rotates much more than expected. This indicates that...

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The centre of gravity is much more aft than expected.

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The helicopter is overloaded.

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The centre of hub is overhead of the centre of gravity.

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The power required equals the power available.

Question 21

The power output of a piston engine is limited by...

Accepted Answer

Main rotor gearbox.

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Exhaust system.

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Crankcase.

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Centrifugal clutch.

Question 22

For a given fuel load, if the helicopter mass is increased...

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The maximum range will be decreased.

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The normal fuel burn will be increased.

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The power required will be unchanged.

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The parasite drag will be unchanged.

Question 23

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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25.2 cm

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24.6 cm

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25.4 cm

Question 24

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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3 L

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2 L

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5 L

Question 25

Which statement about density altitude is correct?

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It increases when pressure decreases or temperature increases.

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It decreases as temperature increases.

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It is the same as QFE.

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It is unaffected by elevation.

Question 26

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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Aeronautical Information Service (AIS).

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Next airport operator en-route.

Question 27

Which statement about centre of gravity aft of limit is correct?

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It can reduce stability and make pitch control more difficult.

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It always improves controllability.

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It has no effect on helicopter handling.

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It is corrected by changing QNH.

Question 28

Which statement about lateral centre of gravity is correct?

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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 29

Which statement about hover in ground effect is correct?

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It requires less power than hovering out of ground effect.

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It requires more power than OGE hover.

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It is independent of surface type.

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It is impossible below one rotor diameter.

Question 30

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 centre of gravity (CG)? Use figure (PFP-005)

Accepted Answer

4

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3

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2

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1

Question 31

A helicopter burns 28 l/h. Planned flight time is 80 minutes and required reserve is 25 l. What minimum fuel should be planned?

Accepted Answer

63 l

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38 l

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50 l

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71 l

Question 32

Basic empty mass is 700 kg, occupants are 65 kg and 72 kg, usable fuel for departure is 40 kg and MTOM is 880 kg. Is the mass within limits?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the calculated take-off mass is within the limit.

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Yes, because fuel is not included in take-off mass.

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No, because passenger mass is never included in take-off mass.

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The result cannot be assessed because empty mass is irrelevant.

Question 33

The basic empty mass of an aircraft includes...

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The mass of the aircraft plus standard items such as unusable fuel and other unusable liquids, lubricating oil in engine and auxiliary units, fire extinguishers, pyrotechnics, emergency oxygen equipment, supplementary electronic equipment.

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The total mass of the aircraft ready for a specific type of operation including crew, navigation instruments and engine cowling.

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The total mass of an aircraft ready for a specific type of operation including the required fuel and crew, but excluding traffic load.

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The total mass of the aircraft ready for a specific type of operation excluding unusable fuel and traffic load. The mass includes items such as crew and crew baggage.

Question 34

A helicopter burns 38 l/h. Planned flight time is 55 minutes and required reserve is 20 l. What minimum fuel should be planned?

Accepted Answer

55 l

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35 l

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45 l

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63 l

Question 35

Which action best supports safe management of take-off power margin?

Accepted Answer

Compare the planned mass and conditions with flight manual performance data.

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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 36

Why is surface condition important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

Dust, snow, slope or loose material can affect safety.

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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 37

Why is landing performance margin important for a PPL(H) flight?

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It confirms that the selected site is suitable for the planned arrival.

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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 38

The result of a front CG 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, 3, 4

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1, 2

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2, 4

Question 39

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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Exceptionally permissible to avoid delays.

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Compensated by the pilot's control inputs.

Question 40

Which statement about headwind for take-off is correct?

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It normally improves take-off performance compared with still air.

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It always reduces climb performance.

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It has no effect on the rotor disc.

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It makes the air less dense.

Question 41

Which statement about slope operations is correct?

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They require checking the helicopter limitations and available control margin.

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They are limited only by passenger comfort.

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They remove the need for wind assessment.

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They are always safer than level ground operations.

Question 42

Why is fuel reserve important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It protects against delays, wind error and diversion needs.

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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 43

What needs to be observed in conjunction with a flight on a hot day?

Accepted Answer

Outside air temperature and pressure altitude should be considered in particular

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Thermal updraft should be used over uninhabited areas

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Low density of the provided fuel should be observed during refueling

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Air-fuel mixture in the climb and cruise should be fully enriched

Question 44

Which section of the flight manual describes the power required of a helicopter in a hover?

Accepted Answer

Performance

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Limitations

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Normal procedures

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Supplements

Question 45

Which is the most recently determined empty mass and the associated centre of gravity (CG) arm from the aircraft documentation? Use figure (PFP-006)

Accepted Answer

498 kg; 0.28059 m

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512 kg; 0.28539 m

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4 kg; 1.1 m

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5 kg; 1.3 m

Question 46

The planned distance is 84 NM and groundspeed is 84 kt. What is the approximate flight time?

Accepted Answer

60 minutes

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52 minutes

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70 minutes

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78 minutes

Question 47

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

Accepted Answer

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 48

A helicopter burns 48 l/h. Planned flight time is 25 minutes and required reserve is 20 l. What minimum fuel should be planned?

Accepted Answer

40 l

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20 l

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30 l

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48 l

Question 49

Why is fuel burn monitoring important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It detects deviations from the plan early.

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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 50

What should be considered regarding ice formation during flight?

Accepted Answer

An increase in mass and drag and a significant lift reduction

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An increase in both drag and lift coefficient due to a mass increase

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An increase in mass and a decrease in drag

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An increase in mass and a reduced rate of descent

Question 51

Which action best supports safe management of fuel reserve?

Accepted Answer

Plan to land with at least the required reserve.

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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 52

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 centre of gravity (CG)? Use figure (PFP-003)

Accepted Answer

1

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3

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4

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2

Question 53

Why is passenger mass accuracy important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

Incorrect mass can invalidate performance and balance calculations.

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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 54

The term "FATO" is defined as...

Accepted Answer

An area for final approach and take-off for helicopters.

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A treaty between federal organisations.

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A noise abatement procedure for VFR traffic.

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A missed approach procedure for essential traffic.

Question 55

The planned distance is 72 NM and groundspeed is 96 kt. What is the approximate flight time?

Accepted Answer

45 minutes

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37 minutes

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55 minutes

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63 minutes

Question 56

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 57

Why does the VNE decrease with increasing pressure altitude?

Accepted Answer

The true airspeed (TAS) increases

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The groundspeed (GS) decreases

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The rotor thrust exceeds the permissible structure limitations

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The tail rotor effectiveness does not provide directional stability

Question 58

What is the maximum helicopter mass to conduct a hover in ground effect at 9000 feet pressure altitude and an outside air temperature of +10° C? Use figure (PFP-045)

Accepted Answer

2410 lb

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2410 kg

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2360 kg

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2360 lb

Question 59

The position of the centre of gravity (including fuel) equals... Use figure (PFP-053e)

Accepted Answer

37.1 cm.

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0.403 m.

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37.3 cm.

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0.401 m.

Question 60

The planned distance is 36 NM and groundspeed is 72 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 61

Which action best supports safe management of wind component?

Accepted Answer

Use the applicable headwind, tailwind and crosswind components.

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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 62

Basic empty mass is 760 kg, occupants are 70 kg and 70 kg, usable fuel for departure is 28 kg and MTOM is 930 kg. Is the mass within limits?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the calculated take-off mass is within the limit.

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Yes, because fuel is not included in take-off mass.

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No, because passenger mass is never included in take-off mass.

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The result cannot be assessed because empty mass is irrelevant.

Question 63

Which statement about a NOTAM affecting the destination is correct?

Accepted Answer

It must be considered before deciding whether the destination remains suitable.

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It can be ignored by private pilots.

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It automatically cancels the flight plan.

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It is relevant only to IFR traffic.

Question 64

Basic empty mass is 685 kg, occupants are 75 kg and 82 kg, usable fuel for departure is 40 kg and MTOM is 900 kg. Is the mass within limits?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the calculated take-off mass is within the limit.

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Yes, because fuel is not included in take-off mass.

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No, because passenger mass is never included in take-off mass.

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The result cannot be assessed because empty mass is irrelevant.

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