Operational Procedure - EASA PPL(A) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

After a precautionary landing the brakes and wheels are very hot. In which way should the pilot approach them?

Accepted Answer

From the front or back side

Answer

From the right or left sid

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At an angle of 45°

Answer

From the front, right or left side

Question 2

How may windshear be recognised in flight?

Accepted Answer

Sudden and apparently baseless change in altitude, airspeed, rate of climb or descent.

Answer

Sudden and apparently baseless change in heading, turning rate, engine speed or oil temperature

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Sudden and apparently baseless change of oilpressure, oil temperature, engine speed and altitude

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Rather unexpected onset of drizzle associated with high stratus clouds following previously clear skies and calm conditions

Question 3

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

Answer

Turn off the heat

Answer

Shut down the engine

Answer

Use the fire extinguisher

Question 4

Which danger exists after a heavy rain shower for a landing aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Longer braking distance due to aquaplaning

Answer

Displacement of the tire slip marking

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Difficult flare due to glare

Answer

Decreased braking distance due to aquaplaning

Question 5

Which of the items below may have an influence on the noise perceived by a person on the ground? 1) Engine power setting 2) Propeller revolutions per minute 3) Position of the landing gear 4) Flap position 5) Flight track 6) Height above ground 7) Flight rules

Accepted Answer

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Answer

1, 5, 6

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1, 5, 6, 7

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3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Question 6

What danger does standing water on the runway pose to aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Increased rolling resistance during take-off

Answer

Decreased rolling resistance during take-off

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An increase in lift

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A decrease in lift

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

Answer

Switching off the master switch and the ignition

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Switching off the pitot and front window heating

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Switching off the avionics and the cabin lighting

Question 8

An emergency landing is a landing...

Accepted Answer

Conducted in response to circumstances forcing the aircraft to land

Answer

Conducted without power from the engine.

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Conducted in an attempt to keep up safety regarding an aircraft and its occupants.

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Conducted with the flaps retracted.

Question 9

How does the pilot prepare for a VFR flight over a large distance of water, when it is unlikely that land can be reached in case of an engine failure?

Accepted Answer

Carry life vests or a life raft for all occupants.

Answer

File a flight plan including the exact way-points

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Be prepared to fly with transponder only

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Maintain continuous radio contact with ATC.

Question 10

Which area is suitable for an off-field landing?

Accepted Answer

Harvested cornfield

Answer

Glade with long dry grass

Answer

Plowed field

Answer

Sports area in a village

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