Exam quiz SPL - Sailplane Pilot Licence

Question 1

When air masses meet each other head on, how is this referred to and what air movements will follow?

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Convergence resulting in air being lifted

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Divergence resulting in air being lifted

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Convergence resulting in sinking air

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Divergence resulting in sinking air

Question 2

The distance between the centre of gravity and the datum is called...

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Balance arm

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Lever

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Torque

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Span width

Question 3

What pressure pattern may result from cold-air inflow in high tropospheric layers?

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Formation of a low in the upper troposphere

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Alternating pressure

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Formation of a large ground low

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Formation of a high in the upper troposphere

Question 4

Which optical illusion might be caused by a runway with an upslope during the approach?

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too high and therefore descents below the regular glide slope

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too low and therefore approaches the runway above the regular glide slope

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too slow and speeds up above the normal approach speed

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too fast and reduces the speed below the normal approach speed

Question 5

Regularity messages are messages...

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Concerning the operation or maintenance of facilities essential for the safety or regularity of aircraft operation

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Concerning aircraft and their passengers which face a grave and imminent threat and require immediate assistance

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Sent by an aircraft operating agency or an aircraft of immediate concern to an aircraft in flight

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Concerning the safety of an aircraft, a watercraft or some other vehicle or person in sight

Question 6

During airtow, the sailplane exceeds its maximum permissible speed. What action should be taken by the glider pilot?

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Decouple cable immediately

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Extend spoiler flaps

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Message to airfield controller via radio

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Pull elevator to reduce speed

Question 7

What are the air masses that Central Europe is mainly influenced by?

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Polar cold air and tropical warm air

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Arctic and polar cold air

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Tropical and arctic cold air

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Equatorial and tropical warm air

Question 8

A Grey-out is the result of...

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Positive g-forces

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Hyperventilation

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Tiredness

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Hypoxia

Question 9

What is the true course (TC) from Uelzen (EDVU) (52°59'N, 010°28'E) to Neustadt (EDAN) (53°22'N, 011°37'E)? Use figure (NAV-031)

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061°

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241°

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055°

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235°

Question 10

The term "inclination" is defined as...

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Angle between earth's magnetic field lines and horizontal plane

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Deviation induced by electrical fields

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Angle between magnetic and true north

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Angle between aeroplane's longitudinal axis and true north

Question 11

What cloud type can typically be observed across widespread high pressure areas during summer?

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Scattered Cu clouds

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Overcast low stratus

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Overcast Ns clouds

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Squall lines and thunderstorms

Question 12

An energy-compensated vertical speed indicator (VSI) shows during stationary glide the vertical speed...

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Of the airmass flown through

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Of the glider through surrounding air

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Of the glider plus movement of the air

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Of the glider minus movement of the air

Question 13

With decreasing air density the airflow speed increases at stall speed (TAS) and vice versa. How has a final approach to be conducted on a hot summer day?

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With unchanged speed indication (IAS)

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With increased speed indication (IAS)

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With decreased speed indication (IAS)

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With additional speed according POH

Question 14

What is the advantage of differential aileron movement?

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The drag of the downwards deflected aileron is lowered and the adverse yaw is smaller

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The total lift remains constant during aileron deflection

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The ratio of the drag coefficient to lift coefficient is increased

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The adverse yaw is higher

Question 15

When trimming an aircraft nose up, in which direction does the trim tab move?

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It moves down

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In direction of rudder deflection

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It moves up

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Depends on CG position

Question 16

Which abbreviation is used for the term "abeam"?

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ABM

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ABB

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ABE

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ABA

Question 17

Regarding the communication model, how can the use of the same code during radio communication be ensured?

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By the use of radio phraseology

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By the use of proper headsets

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By a particular frequency allocation

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By using radios certified for aviation use only

Question 18

When has a pre-flight check to be done?

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Before first flight of the day, and after every change of pilot

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After every build-up of the aeroplane

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Once a month, with TMG once a day

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Before flight operation and before every flight

Question 19

Through which factor listed below does the load factor increase during cruise flight?

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An upward gust

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Lower air density

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A forward centre of gravity

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Higher aeroplane weight

Question 20

During a flight at FL 80, the altimeter setting has to be...

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1013.25 hPa

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Local QFE

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Local QNH

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1030.25 hPa

Question 21

Using annex PFP-063, which ICAO chart symbol indicates a general spot elevation?

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C

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D

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B

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A

Question 22

A glider's trim lever is used to...

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Reduce stick force on the elevator

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Reduce stick force on the ailerons

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Reduce stick force on the rudder

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Reduce the adverse yaw

Question 23

What is the correct way of acknowledging the instruction "Squawk 4321, Call Bremen Radar on 131.325"?

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Squawk 4321, 131.325

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Roger

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Squawk 4321, wilco

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Wilco

Question 24

When do you expect wind shear?

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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 25

Stabilization around the lateral axis during cruise is achieved by the...

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Horizontal stabilizer

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Wing flaps

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Ailerons

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Vertical rudder

Question 26

"Longitudinal stability" is referred to as stability around which axis?

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Lateral axis

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Propeller axis

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Longitudinal axis

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Vertical axis

Question 27

A wind shear is...

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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 28

During flight you have to solve a problem, how do you proceed?

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Primarily fly the aeroplane and keep it stable, then attend to the problem and keep flying the aeroplane

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There is no time for solving problems during flight

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Solve problem immediately, otherwise refer to the operating handbook

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Contact other pilot via radio for help, keep flying

Question 29

During an approach the aeroplane experiences a windshear with an increasing headwind. If the pilot does not make any corrections, how do the approach path and the indicated airspeed (IAS) change?

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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 30

How are the flight controls on a small single-engine piston aircraft normally controlled and actuated?

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Manually through rods and control cables

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Hydraulically through hydraulic pumps and actuators

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Electrically through fly-by-wire

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Power-assisted through hydraulic pumps or electric motors

Question 31

(For this question, please use annex PFP-062) According to ICAO, what symbol indicates a civil airport (not international airport) with paved runway?

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A

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B

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C

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D

Question 32

The centre of gravity (CG) defines...

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The point through which the force of gravity is said to act on a mass

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

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The distance from the datum to the position of a mass

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The product of mass and balance arm

Question 33

During slope soaring you have the hill to your left side, another glider is approaching from the opposite side at the same altitude. How do you react?

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You divert to the right

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You expect the opposite glider to divert

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You divert to the right and expect the opposite glider to do the same

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You pull on the elevator and divert upward

Question 34

During the last phase of a winch launch, the glider pilot does not release pull on the elevator. The automatic latch releases the cable at high wing load. What consequences have to be considered?

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Extreme stress on the structure of the glider plane

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A higher altitude can be reached using this technique

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This technique can compensate for insufficient wind correction

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Only by this sudden jerk the release of the cable can be assured

Question 35

The mass loaded on the plane is lower than the minimum load required by the load sheet. What action has to be taken?

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Load ballast weight up to minimum load

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Trim aircraft to "pitch down"

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Change pilot seat position

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Change incident angle of elevator

Question 36

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 37

What is the difference in latitude between A (12°53'30''N) and B (07°34'30''S)?

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20°28'00''

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05,19°

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20,28°

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05°19'00''

Question 38

How is an air mass described when moving to Central Europe via the Russian continent during winter?

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Continental polar air

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Maritime tropical air

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Maritime polar air

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Continental tropical air

Question 39

The vertical speed indicator measures the difference of pressure between...

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The present static pressure and the static pressure of a previous moment

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The present dynamic pressure and the dynamic pressure of a previous moment

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The present total pressure and the total pressure of a previous moment

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The present dynamic pressure and the static pressure of a previous moment

Question 40

The distance from 'A' to 'B' measures 120 NM. At a distance of 55 NM from 'A' the pilot realizes a deviation of 7 NM to the right. What approximate course change must be made to reach 'B' directly?

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14° left

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6° left

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8° left

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15° left

Question 41

The barometric altimeter with QNH setting indicates...

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Height above MSL

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True altitude above MSL.

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Height above the pressure level at airfield elevation.

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Height above standard pressure 1013.25 hPa.

Question 42

What change in thermal activity may be expected with cirrus clouds coming up from one direction and becoming more dense, blocking the sun?

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Cirrus clouds prevent insolation and impair thermal activity.

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Cirrus clouds may intensify insolation and improve thermal activity

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Cirrus clouds indicate an high-level inversion with thermal activity ongoing up to that level

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Cirrus clouds indicate instability and beginning of over-development

Question 43

What does the abbreviation "H24" stand for?

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24 h service

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No specific opening times

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Sunrise to sunset

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Sunset to sunrise

Question 44

The compass error caused by the aircraft's magnetic field is called...

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Deviation

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Inclination

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Variation

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Declination

Question 45

Where does the inclination reach its lowest value?

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At the magnetic equator

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At the geographic equator

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At the geographic poles

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At the magnetic poles

Question 46

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

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Wake turbulence on or near the runway

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Wake turbulence rotate faster and higher

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Wake turbulence is amplified and distorted

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Wake turbulence twisting transverse to the runway

Question 47

What is the meaning of the phrase "Approved"?

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Permission for proposed action is granted

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I understand your message and will comply with it

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I have received all of your last transmission

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An error has been made in this transmission. The correct version is...

Question 48

An aircraft in the northern hemisphere intends to turn on the shortest way from a heading of 360° to a heading of 270°. At approximately which indication of the magnetic compass should the turn be terminated?

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270°

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360°

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240°

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300°

Question 49

What cloud type does the picture show? See figure (MET-002).

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Cumulus

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Stratus

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Cirrus

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Altus

Question 50

The pressure at MSL in ISA conditions is...

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1013.25 hPa.

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113.25 hPa.

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15 hPa.

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1123 hPa.

Question 51

Which abbreviation is used for the term "obstacle"?

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OBST

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OBTC

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OST

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OBS

Question 52

A precautionary landing is a landing...

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Conducted in an attempt to sustain flight safety

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Conducted with the flaps retracted

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Conducted without power from the engine

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Conducted in response to circumstances forcing the aircraft to land

Question 53

What is the function of the blood platelets (thrombocytes)?

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Blood coagulation

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Oxygen transport

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Blood sugar regulation

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Immune defense

Question 54

Visual illusions are mostly caused by...

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Misinterpretation of the brain.

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Binocular vision.

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Colour blindness.

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Rapid eye movements.

Question 55

The term "centre of gravity" is defined as...

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The point at which the total mass of the aeroplane is considered to act

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The heaviest point on an aeroplane

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Half the distance between the neutral point and the datum line

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Another designation for the neutral point

Question 56

QFE is the...

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Barometric pressure at a reference datum, typically the runway threshold of an airfield

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Altitude above the reference pressure level 1013.25 hPa

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Magnetic bearing to a station

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Barometric pressure adjusted to sea level, using the international standard atmosphere (ISA)

Question 57

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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Next airport operator en-route

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Aeronautical Information Service (AIS)

Question 58

During a cross-country flight, you approach a downwind turning point. The point should be taken...

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As high as possible

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As low as possible

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As steep as possible

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With as little bank as possible

Question 59

How can a wind direction indicator be marked for better visibility?

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The wind direction indicator could be surrounded by a white circle

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The wind direction indicator may be mounted on top of the control tower

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The wind direction indicator could be made from green materials

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The wind direction indicator could be located on a big black surface

Question 60

What does a readability of 3 indicate?

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The transmission is readable but with difficulty

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The transmission is perfectly readable

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The transmission is readable now and then

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The transmission is unreadable

Question 61

What is the primary purpose of an aircraft accident investigation?

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To identify the reasons and work out safety recommendations

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To clarify questions of liability within the meaning of compensation for passengers

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To work for the public prosecutor and help to follow-up flight accidents

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To determine the guilty party and draw legal consequences

Question 62

What is the correct term for the system which, among others, controls breathing, digestion, and heart frequency?

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Autonomic nervous system

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Critical nervous system

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Automatical nervous system

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Compliant nervous system

Question 63

What is the difference in time when the sun moves 20° of longitude?

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1:20 h

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1:00 h

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0:40 h

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0:20 h

Question 64

Which point on the aerofoil is represented by number 3? See figure (PFA-009)

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Transition point

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Stagnation point

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Separation point

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Centre of pressure

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