Exam quiz Operational Procedures - PPL(H) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

Which statement about a precautionary landing is correct?

Accepted Answer

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 2

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 3

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

Accepted Answer

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 4

Wake turbulence develops during take-off just as the aircraft...

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Lifts off with the front gear.

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Reaches an altitude of 15 ft.

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Lifts off with the main gear.

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Accelerates.

Question 5

Which statement about confined area operations is correct?

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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 6

Which statement about an engine failure in hover is correct?

Accepted Answer

Apply the approved immediate actions for height and speed.

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Close the throttle and raise collective fully in every case.

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Apply rotor brake immediately.

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Wait for ATC instructions before acting.

Question 7

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 8

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 9

Which area is suitable for an off-field landing?

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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 10

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 11

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 12

When should turns at low altitudes above villages be avoided with regard to noise abatement procedures?

Accepted Answer

In climb

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In horizontal flight

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In descent

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During the approach

Question 13

Which statement about wake turbulence is correct?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance requires spacing and awareness of wind drift.

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It always remains on the runway centreline.

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It is produced only by helicopters.

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It disappears instantly after passage.

Question 14

Which statement about engine fire in flight is correct?

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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 15

Why is post-landing shutdown important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It should follow the flight manual sequence.

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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 16

Which action best supports safe management of approach briefing?

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Brief the approach before entering the confined area or circuit.

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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 17

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 18

A precautionary landing is a landing...

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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 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

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 21

Which statement about low rotor RPM is correct?

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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 22

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 23

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 24

What should be considered regarding a scheduled flight over water, when land cannot be reached in case of an emergency landing?

Accepted Answer

For all passengers there must be life jackets or lifeboats present

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The flight plan has to contain the exact waypoints

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Contact to the nearest ATC shall consist during the whole flight

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Transponder code 7600 has to be set during the whole flight

Question 25

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

Accepted Answer

It prevents fuel starvation from incorrect selection.

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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 26

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 27

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 28

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

Accepted Answer

Turn off the master switch

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Shut down the engine

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Turn off the heat

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Use the fire extinguisher

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

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 31

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 32

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 33

Which items should a passenger briefing in case of an imminent emergency landing include?

Accepted Answer

Nature of the emergency, intentions, safety position, evacuation routes, actions after landing

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Blood type of the other aircraft occupants, location of the first-aid kit

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How to work the aircraft radio, emergency transponder squawk, telephone number of the competent search and rescue (SAR) centre

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How to read an emergency checklist, how to cut the engine, telephone number of the home airport

Question 34

Which action best supports safe management of post-landing shutdown?

Accepted Answer

Maintain control until the rotor is safely stopped or secured.

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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 35

Two aircraft of the same type, same grossweight and same configuration fly at different airspeeds. Which aircraft will cause more severe wake turbulence?

Accepted Answer

The aircraft flying at slower speed.

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The aircraft flying at lower altitude.

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The aircraft flying at higher altitude.

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The aircraft flying at higher speed.

Question 36

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 37

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 38

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 39

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 40

Which statement about an engine failure in cruise is correct?

Accepted Answer

Enter autorotation and follow the flight manual emergency procedure.

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Increase collective to maintain altitude indefinitely.

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Switch off the rotor brake.

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Ignore rotor RPM until landing.

Question 41

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 42

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 43

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 44

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 45

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 46

What is the safest operational response? A door opens in flight on a type where controllability remains normal.

Accepted Answer

Fly the aircraft and follow the abnormal procedure.

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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 47

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 48

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 49

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 50

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 51

Why is hot refuelling risk important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It requires strict procedures because fire and rotor hazards are increased.

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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 strong vibration starts in the rotor system.

Accepted Answer

Land as soon as appropriate according to the flight manual.

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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

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 54

Which statement about sterile cockpit discipline is correct?

Accepted Answer

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 55

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 56

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 57

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 58

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 59

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 60

What is the safest operational response? A warning light illuminates shortly after take-off.

Accepted Answer

Maintain control, follow the flight manual and land as appropriate.

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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 61

Which danger exists during engine start?

Accepted Answer

Carburettor fire

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Sparking

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Cable fire

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Smoke emission

Question 62

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 63

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 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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