Exam quiz Operational Procedures - PPL(H) - Private Pilot Licence (Helicopter)

Question 1

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 2

Which statement about landing site selection after failure is correct?

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Wind, obstacles, surface, slope and available approach path should be considered.

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Only the shortest distance matters.

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Surface and wind are irrelevant to helicopters.

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A downwind approach is always best.

Question 3

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

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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 4

Why is unusual vibration important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It can indicate a mechanical problem.

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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

Which statement about sterile cockpit discipline is correct?

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It helps reduce distraction during critical phases.

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It is used only in pressurised aircraft.

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It means turning off all avionics.

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It is unrelated to safety.

Question 6

Which weather phenomenon is typically associated with wind shear?

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Thunderstorms.

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Invernal warm front.

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Stable high pressure areas.

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Fog.

Question 7

Under Part-NCO, a helicopter unable to sustain level flight after critical-engine failure flies over water beyond autorotational distance from land. What flotation equipment is required for each adult on board?

Accepted Answer

A life-jacket, worn or stowed so that it is readily accessible from that person's seat or berth.

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A life-jacket for passengers only; crew members are exempt.

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One shared life-jacket for the whole helicopter.

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A life-raft instead of individual life-jackets.

Question 8

What is the safest operational response? During final approach, dust begins to obscure the landing reference.

Accepted Answer

Initiate the planned rejected landing or go-around if visual reference is becoming inadequate.

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Continue as planned because helicopters can land anywhere.

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Delay all action until reaching destination.

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Ask passengers to decide the next action.

Question 9

What is the safest operational response? The wind shifts and the approach becomes downwind in a confined area.

Accepted Answer

Reassess the approach and performance before continuing.

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Continue as planned because helicopters can land anywhere.

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Delay all action until reaching destination.

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Ask passengers to decide the next action.

Question 10

Which action best supports safe management of emergency landing briefing?

Accepted Answer

Give clear instructions when time permits.

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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 11

Which action best supports safe management of unusual vibration?

Accepted Answer

Land as soon as appropriate and have the aircraft inspected.

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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 12

Why is it dangerous to pump the throttle for engine start in cold weather?

Accepted Answer

It may cause a carburettor fire

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Carburettor icing can occur

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The oil will become diluted

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The engine might start with not enough power

Question 13

Which action best supports safe management of fire after landing?

Accepted Answer

Shut down and evacuate according to procedure.

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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 14

Why is emergency landing briefing important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It prepares passengers for brace position, exits and evacuation.

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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 15

After lift-off, a much stronger than expected airspeed increase is experienced during the initial climb. What may be expected if the aircraft has entered a microburst?

Accepted Answer

A decreased climb rate and airspeed

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An increased climb rate and decreased airspeed

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A decreased climb rate and increased airspeed

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An increased climb rate and airspeed

Question 16

Which statement about a precautionary landing is correct?

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It should be planned early when conditions are deteriorating.

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It is used only after engine stoppage.

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It is prohibited for private pilots.

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It is always more dangerous than continuing.

Question 17

After take-off an aircraft enters wind shear with a decreasing headwind. As a result...

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The aircraft flies below the estimated climb path.

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The aircraft flies above the estimated climb path.

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The ground speed (GS) will decrease.

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The true airspeed (TAS) will increase.

Question 18

Which statement about low rotor RPM is correct?

Accepted Answer

Reduce collective as required and recover RPM according to the flight manual.

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Increase collective to load the rotor further.

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Switch off all radios first.

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Ignore it if airspeed is low.

Question 19

What needs to be observed in conjunction with flying above mountainous terrain?

Accepted Answer

Unexpected changes in weather and turbulence

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Unexpected overspeed faults and vibrations

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Carburettor icing in piston engines

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Icing conditions over the predicted freezing level

Question 20

During an approach the aircraft experiences wind shear with an increasing headwind. If the pilot does not make any correction, how do the approach path and the indicated airspeed (IAS) change?

Accepted Answer

Path is higher, IAS increases

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Path is higher, IAS decreases

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Path is lower, IAS increases

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Path is lower, IAS decreases

Question 21

What is the safest operational response? The planned landing area has people close to the touchdown point.

Accepted Answer

Do not land until the area is clear and safe.

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Continue as planned because helicopters can land anywhere.

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Delay all action until reaching destination.

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Ask passengers to decide the next action.

Question 22

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 23

Which kind of engine is susceptible to carburettor fire?

Accepted Answer

Piston engines

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Turboprop engines

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Turbine engines

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Electric motors

Question 24

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 25

What is the safest operational response? The pilot is unsure whether a defect affects airworthiness.

Accepted Answer

Do not depart until the defect is assessed and released as required.

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Continue as planned because helicopters can land anywhere.

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Delay all action until reaching destination.

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Ask passengers to decide the next action.

Question 26

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 27

Wake turbulence behind a preceding aircraft is particularly strong...

Accepted Answer

At high aircraft mass.

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When the aircraft uses high thrust at low mass.

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At low aircraft mass.

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When the aircraft uses low thrust at high speed.

Question 28

An autorotation in a mountainous area is performed:

Accepted Answer

Upslope without any yawing.

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Downwind under obstacles observance.

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Downslope with inclined rotor.

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Upwind and across the slope.

Question 29

Which gas is most dangerous during an engine fire?

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide

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Nitrogen

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

Question 30

Which statement about passenger briefing is correct?

Accepted Answer

It should include seat belts, doors, emergency exits and relevant safety actions.

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It is required only for commercial flights.

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It may be omitted for short flights.

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It is replaced by the weather briefing.

Question 31

Which statement about rotor downwash is correct?

Accepted Answer

It can endanger people, objects and loose material near the helicopter.

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It is harmless below idle power.

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It affects only the pilot.

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It is eliminated by using QNH.

Question 32

Which statement about engine fire in flight is correct?

Accepted Answer

Follow the emergency checklist and land as soon as appropriate.

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Ignore it if temperatures remain normal.

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Climb to reduce airflow.

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Open cabin heat fully.

Question 33

What is the safest operational response? Weather deteriorates below personal minima on a VFR flight.

Accepted Answer

Turn back, divert or land before becoming trapped.

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Continue as planned because helicopters can land anywhere.

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Delay all action until reaching destination.

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Ask passengers to decide the next action.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

The total time from the first aircraft movement until the moment it finally comes to rest at the end of the flight.

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The period from engine start for the purpose of taking off to leaving the aircraft after engine shutdown.

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The total time from the first take-off until the last landing in conjunction with one or more consecutive flights.

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The period from the start of the take-off run to the final touchdown when landing.

Question 35

During an approach the aircraft experiences wind shear with a decreasing tailwind. If the pilot does not make any correction, how do the approach path and the indicated airspeed (IAS) change?

Accepted Answer

Path is higher, IAS increases

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Path is lower, IAS increases

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Path is higher, IAS decreases

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Path is lower, IAS decreases

Question 36

Which statement about brownout or whiteout is correct?

Accepted Answer

It can cause loss of visual references during take-off or landing.

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It improves depth perception.

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It occurs only above cloud.

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It is a radio failure.

Question 37

During an approach the aircraft experiences wind shear with a decreasing headwind. If the pilot does not make any correction, how do the approach path and the indicated airspeed (IAS) change?

Accepted Answer

Path is lower, IAS decreases

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Path is lower, IAS increases

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Path is higher, IAS increases

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Path is higher, IAS decreases

Question 38

How can a wind shear encounter in flight be avoided?

Accepted Answer

Avoid take-off and landing during the passage of heavy showers or thunderstorms

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Avoid take-offs and landings in mountainous terrain and stay in flat country whenever possible

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Avoid thermally active areas, particularly during summer, or stay below these areas

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Avoid areas of precipitation, particularly during winter, and choose low flight altitudes

Question 39

A precautionary landing is a landing...

Accepted Answer

Conducted in an attempt to sustain flight safety.

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Conducted in response to circumstances forcing the aircraft to land.

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Conducted with the flaps retracted.

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Conducted without power from the engine.

Question 40

Which statement about wire hazards is correct?

Accepted Answer

They are difficult to see and should be anticipated near roads, valleys and built-up areas.

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They are always marked by NOTAM.

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They are visible only on radar.

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They affect only fixed-wing aircraft.

Question 41

What is the safest operational response? Fuel remaining is lower than planned.

Accepted Answer

Re-plan early and land with required reserves.

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Continue as planned because helicopters can land anywhere.

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Delay all action until reaching destination.

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Ask passengers to decide the next action.

Question 42

Which statement about hydraulic failure is correct?

Accepted Answer

Expect possible increased control forces and follow the flight manual.

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The helicopter becomes uncontrollable in every case.

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It improves control sensitivity.

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It requires changing QNH.

Question 43

Which action best supports safe management of rotor area safety?

Accepted Answer

Keep people clear and brief passengers before boarding.

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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

Which action best supports safe management of hot refuelling risk?

Accepted Answer

Use only approved procedures and trained personnel.

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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 45

Why is pre-take-off briefing important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It prepares the pilot for abnormal actions and escape routes.

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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 46

Why is fire after landing important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

Rapid evacuation may be required.

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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 47

What extinguishing agent is the least suitable for an aircraft fire?

Accepted Answer

Water

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Powder

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Foam

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Halon

Question 48

With only a slight crosswind, what is the danger at take-off after the departure of a heavy aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Wake turbulence on or near the runway.

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Wake turbulence rotate faster and higher.

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Wake turbulence twisting transverse to the runway.

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Wake turbulence is amplified and distorted.

Question 49

Which action best supports safe management of weather diversion decision?

Accepted Answer

Divert before options become limited.

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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 50

Which statement about bird strike risk is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is increased near wetlands, coastlines, landfill sites and during migration periods.

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It exists only above FL 100.

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It is eliminated by landing lights.

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It affects only turbine aircraft.

Question 51

Why is weather diversion decision important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

Early diversion prevents being trapped by deteriorating VFR conditions.

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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 52

What is the safest operational response? A passenger starts to loosen the seat belt during taxi.

Accepted Answer

Stop or continue only when the passenger is secure and briefed.

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Continue as planned because helicopters can land anywhere.

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Delay all action until reaching destination.

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Ask passengers to decide the next action.

Question 53

Which statement about fuel smell in flight is correct?

Accepted Answer

It should be treated as a possible abnormal or emergency situation.

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It is normal after every take-off.

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It is corrected by leaning the mixture only.

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It means the altimeter is set incorrectly.

Question 54

What should be observed when taxiing behind a commercial airliner?

Accepted Answer

To avoid the jet blast, a minimum distance of 200 m should be maintained

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To avoid the jet blast, a minimum distance of 600 m should be maintained

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To avoid wake turbulence, a minimum distance of 300 m should be maintained

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To avoid wake turbulence, a minimum distance of 700 m should be maintained

Question 55

Which statement about engine fire on the ground is correct?

Accepted Answer

Shut down and evacuate according to the checklist if required.

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Take off immediately to improve cooling.

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Open fuel valves fully.

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Continue taxi to save time.

Question 56

May an engine, which previously was on fire, be restarted?

Accepted Answer

No, the risk of a reignition of the fire would be too high

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Yes, but only if the cause of the fire was a carburettor fire during engine start

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Yes, but only on the ground for the purpose of taxiing

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Yes, if the aircraft is flying at a safe altitude

Question 57

Why is rotor area safety important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It protects people from main and tail rotor hazards.

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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 58

Which action best supports safe management of fuel valve confirmation?

Accepted Answer

Check selector position before start and before take-off.

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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 area is suitable for an off-field landing?

Accepted Answer

Harvested cornfield

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Glade with long dry grass

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Sports area in a village

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Plowed field

Question 60

In case of an emergency ditching, the life vests have to be inflated...

Accepted Answer

After disembarking the aircraft.

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Before disembarking the aircraft.

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After disembarking the aircraft at a safe distance of about 10 m.

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During disembarking the aircraft.

Question 61

Which statement about checklist use is correct?

Accepted Answer

It reduces the risk of omitted actions.

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It should be avoided in abnormal situations.

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It replaces aircraft control.

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It is only for student pilots.

Question 62

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

Accepted Answer

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 63

A wind shear is...

Accepted Answer

A vertical or horizontal change of wind speed and wind direction.

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A wind speed change of more than 15 kt.

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A meteorological downslope wind phenomenon in the alps.

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A slow increase of the wind speed in altitudes above 13000 ft.

Question 64

A landing conducted in response to circumstances forcing the aircraft to land is a / an...

Accepted Answer

Emergency landing.

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Urgent landing.

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Precautionary landing.

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Field or out landing.

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