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FCL.215, FCL.120
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FCL.215, FCL.120
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AIRLAW
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5 The Rules of the Air applicable to an aircraft registered in one state flying over
another state shall be:
[A] Those stipulated by JAA operational procedures.
[B] Those of the state of the visiting aircraft.
[C] Those agreed by ICAO contracting states to apply in all contracting states.
[D] Those of the state whose airspace is entered and transited.
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6 Which classes of medical certificate meet the requirement for a PART-FCL PPL?
[A] Class 2 or 3.
[B] Class A or B.
[C] Class 1 or 2.
[D] Class B or C.
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13 When an aircraft is flying, under which flight rules must the flight be conducted?
[A] Either IMC or VMC.
[B] IFR in IMC and VFR in VMC.
[C] Either IFR or VFR.
[D] In accordance with ATC instructions.
14 When may you fly over any congested area of a city, town or settlement at a
height from which it would not be possible to land safely in the event of an
emergency arising?
[A] Only when necessary for take-off and landing.
[B] Never.
[C] Only to keep clear of cloud and remain in visual contact with the ground.
[D] Only where the operator has given permission.
15 When two aircraft are converging at approximately the same level the one that
has the other on its right is required to give way. True or false?
[A] True, unless the other aircraft has a glider on tow.
[B] False. The one that has the other on its left has right of way
[C] True.
[D] False, provided the other aircraft is not towing anything.
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When two or more aircraft are approaching same aerodrome for landing:
[A] The lower aircraft has the right of way unless ATC has already specified a landing order.
[B] The higher aircraft always has the right of way.
[C] The lower aircraft always has the right of way.
[D] The aircraft which has the least horizontal distance to run to the runway threshold has the
right of way.
17 Except when taking off or landing, or under certain other defined circumstances,
a VFR flight shall not be flown lower than ____ above the ground or water, or
150m above the highest obstacle within a radius of ____ from the aircraft.
[A] 1000 ft / 500 ft.
[B] 500 ft / 500 ft.
[C] 800 ft / 1000 ft.
[D] 1500 ft / 1000 ft.
18 Two aircraft flying according to the Visual Flight Rules, are closing at an
apparent constant relative bearing. The aircraft which has the right of way
should maintain:
[A] Altitude and speed.
[B] Height and speed.
[C] Altitude and course.
[D] Heading and speed.
19 While flying at night, as the pilot in command, you see an anti-collision light and
a steady red light at the same altitude, at a constant relative bearing of 050
degrees, there is a risk of collision? And who has right of way?
[A] No. The other aircraft does.
[B] Yes. You do.
[C] Yes. The other aircraft does.
[D] No. You do.
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20 If a PPL holder, who has no additional ratings, while receiving a Radar Advisory
Service, receives instructions to change heading, climb or descend, such that if
the instructions are complied with the pilot will be unable to maintain Visual
Meteorological Conditions, the pilot should:
[A] Continue on the present heading, at the present altitude, and tell air traffic why he cannot
comply.
[B] Comply with instructions, anyway, but go onto instruments early.
[C] Continue on present heading and at present altitude, say nothing, and wait for the
controller's next instruction.
[D] Comply as closely as he can with the controller's instructions but on no account go into
Instrument Meteorological Conditions.
21 A Control Area (CTA) established at the confluence of ATS routes in the vicinity
of one or more major aerodromes is known as:
[A] An Aerodrome Traffic Zone (ATZ).
[B] An Airway.
[C] A Control Zone (CTR).
[D] A Terminal Control Area (TMA).
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26 An aircraft marshaller extends his right arm and wand in 90 degree angle from
body and make "come ahead" signal with his left arm, that means: (See annex
PPL(A) 010-01)
[A] Start your engine.
[B] Turn right.
[C] Keep moving ahead.
[D] Turn left.
27 What is the meaning of a steady green light from ATC to an aircraft in the air?
[A] You have priority to land.
[B] Return to this airfield and await landing clearance.
[C] Land immediately.
[D] Clear to land.
30 You are on final approach and you see a steady red light from ATC. This means:
[A] Do not land. Airfield closed.
[B] Continue approach and await a green light.
[C] Continue circling, give way to other aircraft.
[D] Do not land. Divert to your alternate airfield.
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32 What action should a pilot take if he suffers radio communications failure during
a VFR flight in VMC?
[A] Continue to fly in VMC, land at the nearest suitable aerodrome and report his arrival to
his destination airfield.
[B] Continue to his destination, transmitting blind and attempting to avoid IMC.
[C] Fly to the nearest aerodrome, orbit on the dead side of the circuit and await a steady
green from the control tower.
[D] Carry out the radio failure procedure in the RAF Flight Information Handbook and await
the arrival of a Shepherd aircraft.
33 Which of the following flight levels would be suitable for an aircraft maintaining
a magnetic track of 146 degrees in VFR?
[A] FL 70.
[B] FL 50.
[C] FL 85.
[D] FL 75.
34 A light aircraft is taking off behind a Heavy or Medium category aircraft. What
period of separation is required?
[A] 6 minutes.
[B] 4 minutes.
[C] 2 minutes.
[D] 5 minutes.
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37 A PPL pilot who is flying in accordance with Special VFR must have the
following minima:
[A] A minimum visibility of 1,5 km or more and remain clear of cloud and in sight of the
surface.
[B] A minimum visibility of 3,0 km or more and remain clear of cloud.
[C] A minimum visibility of 5 km or more and remain clear of cloud and in sight of the surface.
[D] A minimum visibility of 10 km or more and remain in sight of the surface.
41 The holder of a EASA PPL(A) who wishes to carry passengers must have made a
minimum of take-offs and landings within the preceding:
[A] 31 days.
[B] 29 days.
[C] 90 days.
[D] 60 days.
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42 If the holder of a pilot's licence learns that he is to undergo surgery, what are his
obligations in terms of informing the aviation medical authority?
[A] He should contact his aviation medical authority without delay and seek their advice on
his circumstances.
[B] There is no requirement to do so provided the pilot does not fly again as pilot in command
until after the surgical operation.
[C] He should advise the medical authority of the circumstances only if he is due to receive a
general anesthetic.
[D] He has no obligations to tell anyone as this is a private matter.
44 The skill tests for a class or type rating must be taken within ____ of completing
flying instruction.
[A] One year.
[B] 6 months.
[C] 4 months.
[D] 3 months.
45 Application for the grant of a EASA PPL licence must be made within ____
completing the theoretical knowledge examinations.
[A] 12.
[B] 24.
[C] 36.
[D] 18.
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47 There are three conditions that a holder of a EASA PPL(A) / PPL(H) must fulfill
before he/she may act as pilot in command, or as a co-pilot. Which of the
following is not a requirement?
[A] Holds a Type or Class rating pertinent to the aircraft to be flown.
[B] Holds an Instrument Rating.
[C] Holds a valid medical certificate.
[D] Is not flying for remuneration.
48 The departure and arrival time entered by a LAPL/PPL holder in his flying log
book is taken as follows:
[A] The time the aircraft begins to move under its own power and the time it comes to rest
following the last
[B] The time of the first take-off and the time of the last landing of the sortie.
[C] The time of engine start and the time of engine shut-down.
[D] The time the aircraft enters the active runway for the first take-off and the time it vacates
the runway after the last landing.
51 An applicant for a Private Pilot Licence must be at least ____ years old.
[A] 16.
[B] 15.
[C] 17.
[D] 18.
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52 When should the student pilot present his Pilot Medical Certificate?
[A] Before the beginning of a practical training.
[B] Before the beginning of theoretical lessons.
[C] Before his first solo flight.
[D] At giving in the exam's application.
56 How many hours of total flying hours, required for the practical skill test for an
issue of a Private Pilot Licence, may be completed on a Flight & Navigation
Procedures Trainer or Simulator?
[A] 7.
[B] 5.
[C] 10.
[D] 15.
57 At least how long must be the cross-country flight, required for the eligibility for
the Private Pilot Licence skill test, and how many full stop landings at different
aerodromes shall be made at this flight?
[B] 100 NM; 4 landings.
[B] 150 NM; 2 landings.
[C] 200 NM; 4 landings.
[D] 100 NM; 2 landings.
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58 At least how long must be the cross-country flight, required for the eligibility for
the Light Aircraft Pilot Licence, LAPL(A), skill test, and how many full stop
landings at different aerodromes shall be made at this flight?
[A] 100 NM; 2 landings.
[B] 80 NM; 1 landing.
[C] 150 NM; 1 landing.
[D] 80 NM; 2 landings.
59 At least how many hours of flying experience as a pilot of aircraft must have an
applicant for a Private Pilot Licence?
[A] 35 hours.
[B] 45 hours.
[C] 50 hours.
[D] 40 hours.
62 The one takeoff and landing during the last 90 days that are required to act as
pilot of an airplane, in case carrying passengers at night, must be done during
the time period from the:
[A] The end of evening civil twilight when the centre of the sun's disc is 6 degrees below the
horizon to the beginning of morning civil twilight when the centre of the sun's disc is 6
degrees below the horizon.
[B] 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise.
[C] Sunset to sunrise.
[D] Sunrise to sunset.
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64 Flight time during which the flight instructor will only observe the student acting
as pilot-in-command and shall not influence or control the flight of the aircraft is:
[A] Solo flight time under supervision.
[B] Flight time as student pilot-in-command (SPIC).
[C] Flight time as pilot-in-command.
[D] Solo flight time.
65 Which aircraft, and under which conditions, may a holder of a private pilot
licence fly, provided he is properly endorsed?
[A] All single-engined airplanes provided no payment or refund is done for such flight.
[B] All airplanes without exceptions provided no payment or refund is given to the pilot.
[C] All airplanes without exceptions provided no payment or refund is done for such flight.
[D] All airplanes up to the maximum takeoff mass 1,500 kg, provided no payment or refund is
given to the pilot.
66 As a substitute for the proficiency check with an examiner, what minimum flight
time and what number of takeoffs and landing is required for the revalidation of a
single pilot single engine airplane class rating?
[A] 12 hours of flight time within 12 months preceding the expiry of the rating, including 6
hours of pilot-in-command time, and 12 takeoffs and 12 landings.
[B] 12 hours of flight time within 12 months preceding the expiry of the rating, including 5
hours of pilot-in-command time, and 5 takeoffs and landings.
[C] 10 hours of flight time within 12 months preceding the expiry of the rating, including 6
hours of pilot-in-command time, and 12 takeoffs and 12 landings.
[D] 5 hours of flight time within 12 months preceding the expiry of the rating, including 6
hours of pilot-in-command time, and 12 takeoffs and 12 landings.
67 How long is the period before the expiry date of a single pilot single engine
rating, during which a proficiency check for a revalidation may be done?
[A] 1 month.
[B] 15 days.
[C] 3 months.
[D] 2 months.
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71 In which of the following cases should the aviation medical certificate deem to
be suspended?
[A] All answers are correct.
[B] Any surgical operation or invasive procedure and pregnancy.
[C] Any surgical operation or invasive procedure.
[D] Any illness involving incapacity to his functions as a member of flight crew throughout a
period of 21 days or more, or any significant personal injury involving incapacity to
undertake his functions as a member of the flight crew.
72 How long are single pilot single engine class ratings valid?
[A] 1 years.
[B] 6 months.
[C] 2 year.
[D] 3 years.
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75 Preflight action, as required for all flights away from the vicinity of an airport,
shall include:
[A] The designation of an alternate airport.
[B] An alternate course of action if the flight cannot be completed as planned.
[C] A study of arrival procedures at airports/ heliports of intended use.
[D] A study of departure procedures at airports/ heliports of intended use.
76 In addition to other preflight actions for a VFR flight away from the vicinity of the
departure airport, regulations specifically require the pilot in command to
determine:
[A] Check CVR funtion prior departure.
[B] Review traffic control light signal procedures.
[C] Check the accuracy of the navigational equipment and the emergency locator transmitter
(ELT).
[D] Runway lengths at airports of intended use and the aircraft's takeoff and landing distance
data.
77 Pilots are required to keep their safety belts and shoulder harnesses fastened
during:
[A] Takeoffs and landings.
[B] All flight conditions.
[C] Flight in turbulent air.
[D] Level flight.
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79 Which aircraft speed should be entered into the "Cruising Speed" block of an
ICAO Flight Plan?
[A] Indicated Air Speed.
[B] Calibrated Air Speed.
[C] True Air Speed.
[D] Ground Speed.
80 What should be entered into the "LEVEL" block of an ICAO VFR Flight Plan?
[A] The phrase "VFR: variable".
[B] It is left blank for VFR flights.
[C] The proposed cruising altitudes.
[D] Either the word "VFR" or the proposed cruising altitude.
83 The Air Traffic Control may issue a permission for a SVFR flight:
[A] For flights overflying of the terminal zone.
[B] For all flights in the restricted zone.
[C] For flights entering or leaving the control zone only.
[D] For flying an airport traffic circuit inside the control zone only.
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86 A part of the airspace of defined dimensions above defined area where flights
are not allowed, is called:
[A] Restricted zone.
[B] Terminal area.
[C] Prohibited airspace.
[D] Control zone.
88 The controlled airspace, extending from the surface to the specified altitude, is
the:
[A] Terminal control area.
[B] Control area.
[C] Control zone.
[D] Flight information region.
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90 The minimum horizontal distance from clouds requirement for VFR flight in class
G airspace at altitudes above 300m from ground or 900 m MSL, whichever is
higher, is:
[A] 8,000 m.
[B] 300 m.
[C] Clear of cloud and with the surface in sight.
[D] 1,500 m.
91 No person may take off or land an aircraft under basic VFR at an airport that lies
within Class D airspace unless the:
[A] Ground visibility at that airport is at least 5.0 km.
[B] Ground visibility at that airport is at least 1.5 km.
[C] Flight visibility at that airport is at least 1.5 km.
[D] Ground visibility at that airport is at least 3.0 km.
92 The basic VFR weather minimums for operating an aircraft within Class D:
[A] Airspace is clear of clouds and 3.0 km visibility.
[B] 450 meter ceiling and 1.5 km visibility.
[C] 450 meter ceiling and 5.0 km visibility.
[D] 450 meter ceiling and 8.0 km visibility.
93 Which are the meteorological minima, that allow the tower to permit an SVFR
flight in a control zone during daytime? The flight visibility must be at least:
[A] 1,200 m.
[B] 800 m.
[C] 1,500 m.
[D] 5,000m.
94 A VFR flight should adhere to the table of prescribed flight level at flight
altitudes, higher than:
[A] 2,200 ft GND.
[B] 3,000 ft GND.
[C] 700 ft MSL.
[D] 3,000 ft MSL.
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95 Which of the cruising flight level listed is appropriate for a VFR flight over 3,000
ft MSL, while maintaining true course 170° and if the local variation value is
20°W?
[A] FL 55.
[B] FL 65.
[C] FL 40.
[D] FL 30.
96 Which of the aircraft listed has always the right-of-way over all other participants
in air traffic?
[A] A balloon.
[B] An aircraft in final approach for landing.
[C] An aircraft in distress.
[D] Helicopter.
97 When two aircraft are approaching each other head-on and there is a danger of
collision, which way should each aircraft turn?
[A] Each aircraft should turn to the right.
[B] Heavier aircraft should turn to the right, easier aircraft should turn to the left.
[C] Heavier aircraft should turn to the left, easier aircraft should turn to the right.
[D] Each aircraft should turn to the left.
98 What actions should the pilots of aircraft take if on head-on collision course?
[A] Both should make a climbing turn to the left.
[B] Both should turn to the right.
[C] Both should make a climbing turn to the right.
[D] Both should turn to the left.
99 How shall aircraft in the air avoid each other on a head-on collision course?
[A] Powered-aircraft has a right of way, non-powered aircraft shall deviate to the right.
[B] Both aircraft shall alter their headings to the right.
[C] Both aircraft shall alter their headings to the left.
[D] Non-powered aircraft has a right of way, powered aircraft shall deviate to the left.
100 What action should the pilots of an airplane and a glider take if on a head-on
collision course?
[A] Both pilots should give way to the right.
[B] The airplane pilot should give way, because his aircraft is more controllable.
[C] The airplane pilot should give way.
[D] The glider pilot should give way, because a glider is more controllable than an airplane.
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101 What should the glider pilot do, if on head-on collision course with the two-
engined Cessna?
[A] He should deviate to the left thus giving way to the airplane.
[B] He may maintain heading and speed, because a glider has always the right-of-way,
however he should pay extra attention.
[C] He should deviate to the right.
[D] He should open the air brakes immediately, because a multi-engine airplane has the
right-of-way.
102 Aircraft A with an ATC clearance is flying in VMC conditions within a control
area. Aircraft B with no ATC clearance is approaching at approximately the same
altitude and on a converging course. Which has the right of way?
[A] Aircraft A if B is on its right.
[B] Aircraft A regardless of the direction which B is approaching.
[C] Aircraft B regardless of the direction A is approaching.
[D] Aircraft B if A is on its left.
103 Which aircraft must give way when two airplanes are converging at the same
altitude?
[A] The airplane on the right.
[B] Bigger airplane.
[C] The airplane which has another airplane at his right side.
[D] The ultralight airplane.
104 An airplane and another airplane, towing a glider, are on crossing courses. If the
aerotow is on the left of the airplane, which has the right-of-way?
[A] Both aircraft.
[B] The aerotow.
[C] Depends on the magnetic heading of separate aircraft.
[D] The aircraft in free flight.
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107 A night flying inside the territory of Finland is defined by the state regulations as
a flying between:
[A] 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise.
[B] 30 minutes before sunset and 30 minutes after sunrise.
[C] 60 minutes before sunset and 60 minutes after sunrise.
[D] Sunset and sunrise.
111 What action should be taken if a pilot receives a clearance that will cause a
deviation from a rule?
[A] Refuse the clearance as stated and request that it be amended.
[B] Accept the clearance, because the pilot is not responsible for the deviation.
[C] Accept the clearance and advise Air Traffic Control when deviation occurs.
[D] Accept the clearance and advise Air Traffic Control that he believes a rule deviation will
occur.
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112 If a pilot has to deviate from an air traffic control clearance due to unforseen
circumstances, he has to:
[A] Inform all ATC stations concerned by transmitting a multiple call.
[B] Transmit a general call giving all details concerning his deviation from the ATC clearance.
[C] Notify the competent ATC unit without delay and obtain an amended ATC clearance.
[D] Notify the Aeronautical Information Service.
113 When intercepted by a military aircraft, the pilot of an VFR aircraft should:
[A] Squawk 7700.
[B] Attempt to establish communications with the intercepting aircraft over 121.5 MHz and
comply with the intercepts signals.
[C] Acknowledge receipt of intercepting aircraft instructions with the appropriate visual
signals.
[D] All answers are correct.
114 During a cross-country flight you notice the military aircraft approaching your
left wingtip and flying along; after a short time it makes an abrupt break-away
maneuver of a climbing turn to the left. What does this mean?
[A] Land at the aerodrome in the direction of my flight!
[B] You have been intercepted. Follow me!
[C] You may proceed!
[D] Leave the prohibited area immediately!
115 What is the meaning of a double white cross displayed horizontally in the signal
area? (See annex PPL(A) 010-02)
[A] "Closed runways or taxiways."
[B] "Glider flights in operation."
[C] "Prohibition of landing."
[D] "Cleared to land."
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KNOWLEDGE
020
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2 If you suspect carburettor icing when flying an aircraft whose engine is not fitted
with a carburettor air-temperature gauge, the correct action would be:
[A] To select the appropriate amount of carburettor heat depending on the amount of icing
suspected.
[B] To always select full carburettor heat.
[C] To always select full carburettor heat unless the engine starts to run roughly, at which
point the carburettor heat should be selected to cold.
[D] To open the throttle to make up for the lost power.
3 Aquaplaning speed:
[A] Can be calculated, in knots, by multiplying the square root of the tyre pressure by nine.
[B] Increases as the depth of tread on the tyres reduces.
[C] Increases as the depth of water on the ground increases.
[D] Is measured in miles per hour.
5 If a blockage occurs in the oil cooler of an aircraft engine while the aircraft is in
flight, a by-pass valve allows the oil to by-pass the cooler. The by-pass functions
on the principle of:
[A] Temperature dependence.
[B] Pressure dependence.
[C] Mechanical selection.
[D] Hydraulic selection.
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7 Magnetos are:
[A] Fitted within the distributor and fire in the same sequence as the spark-plugs.
[B] Generators, driven by the cam-shaft, used to supply electrical equipment
[C] Used to generate low voltage sparks for the spark-plugs.
[D] Self-contained, engine driven, electrical generators which produce high voltage sparks.
9 Tyre creep:
[A] Refers to the movement of an aircraft against the brakes.
[B] Can be prevented by painting lines on the tyre and wheel.
[C] Can be recognised by the misalignment of markings painted on the tyre and the wheel.
[D] Can be prevented with glue.
10 The diagram shows a light aircraft electrical power system (See PPL(A) 020-01).
In flight if the loadmeter reading drops to zero, the most probable cause is that
the:
[A] Battery is flat.
[B] Battery has been fully charged.
[C] Alternator has failed.
[D] Bus-bar is overloaded.
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13 In a dive, with the throttle setting constant, the engine R.P.M. of an aircraft fitted
with a fixed pitch propeller will:
[A] Remain constant whatever the airspeed.
[B] Decrease as the airspeed increases.
[C] Increase if the airspeed is allowed to increase.
[D] Decrease as long as the throttle setting is not changed.
14 Immediately after starting an aircraft engine, you must check the starter warning
light. If it is still illuminated you should:
[A] Monitor it for 30 seconds. If it remains illuminated shut down the engine.
[B] Shut down the engine immediately.
[C] Do nothing. The starter warning light should stay on while the engine is running.
[D] Shut down the engine, count to 30, and then attempt a re-start.
15 The significance of using the chemically correct mixture of air and fuel is that:
[A] It is the one usually used.
[B] It allows complete combustion to occur.
[C] It is 15:1 by volume.
[D] It gives the best results.
16 Ignoring any Instrument or Position Errors, in what conditions will the Air Speed
Indicator indicate the True Airspeed of an aircraft?
[A] At any altitude, but only when ISA conditions prevail.
[B] At any altitude or temperature.
[C] At any altitude, provided that the temperature lapse rate is in accordance with ISA.
[D] In ISA, sea-level conditions only.
17 While carrying out the Dead Cut Check, with the right magneto selected, you
notice that the engine falters, and you suspect it will stop running. What should
you do?
[A] Quickly switch to the left magneto.
[B] Allow the engine to stop completely.
[C] Quickly switch to both magnetos.
[D] Open the throttle to keep the engine running, and then select both magnetos.
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21 While taxying in an aircraft fitted with a fixed pitch propeller, you suspect that
you have carburettor icing. The correct action to take would be to:
[A] Select carburettor heat to fully hot. Then, before take-off, select carburettor heat cold,
making sure that the engine develops the correct minimum take-off rpm.
[B] Select carburettor heat to fully hot and leave this setting selected until you have taken off
and are climbing away.
[C] Select carburettor heat to fully hot; then select cold as the rpm drops.
[D] Avoid the use of carburettor heat on the ground, and rely on the heat of the engine within
the cowlings to melt the ice.
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25 If the engine gets too hot, the mixture may ignite before the spark plug fires.
[A] This is called detonation.
[B] This is called pre-ignition.
[C] The mixture should be weakened to assist in cooling the engine.
[D] The throttle should be opened to assist in cooling the engine.
28 Where in the engine is the oil temperature read by the temperature probe which
is connected to the engine's oil temperature gauge?
[A] Inside the hot sections of the engine.
[B] After the oil has passed through the oil cooler but before it reaches the hot sections of the
engine.
[C] As the oil leaves the oil tank.
[D] Before the oil has passed through the oil cooler.
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30 The component parts of the wing shown in the diagram are: (See PPL(A) 020-02)
A/B/C
[A] Primary Spar/Formers/Stringer
[B] Front Spar/Formers/Rear Spar
[C] Front Spar/Secondary Spar/Former
[D] Stringers/Secondary Spar/Former
32 On a light aircraft fitted with a mechanically steered nose wheel, steering on the
ground is normally effected by:
[A] Cables operated from the aileron control wheel.
[B] Control rods/cables operated by the rudder pedals.
[C] Use of the differential braking technique, only.
[D] Hydraulic jacks which allow self-centring.
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36 If, during descent, the static sources to the airspeed indicator and altimeter
become blocked by ice:
[A] Both instruments will under-read.
[B] The airspeed indicator will over-read and the altimeter will under-read.
[C] The airspeed indicator will under-read and the altimeter will over-read.
[D] Both instruments will over-read.
37 Within one "Otto" cycle, the valves of a four stroke piston engine will each open:
[A] Twice.
[B] Once.
[C] During the power stroke.
[D] During the induction stroke.
38 The purpose of the compass deviation card fixed next to an aircraft's magnetic
compass is to:
[A] Indicate the discrepancy between the heading shown on the compass and the actual
magnetic heading.
[B] Compensate for the influence of magnetic material carried on the person of the pilot
and/or passengers.
[C] Indicate the discrepancy between the aircraft's track and magnetic north.
[D] Indicate the discrepancy between the aircraft's track and true north.
39 The most common method for shutting down an aircraft engine equipped with
carburettor is:
[A] Switching the starter switch to off.
[B] Closing the throttle and moving the mixture to ICO.
[C] Moving the mixture to Idle Cut off (ICO).
[D] Closing the throttle.
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41 Aircraft maintenance carried out by a private pilot in accordance with the pilot's
legal entitlement:
[A] Need not be logged or recorded.
[B] Is to be entered in the aircraft's log book and certified by a licensed engineer.
[C] Is to be entered in the aircraft's log book and certified by the pilot who carried out the
maintenance.
[D] Is to be entered in the aircraft's log book and certified by a CAD approved inspector.
42 Carbon monoxide gas, which is highly toxic, may enter the aeroplane cabin in
flight because of an exhaust system defect. Carbon Monoxide:
[A] May be identified by its strong smell.
[B] Is odourless and colourless.
[C] May be identified by its grey colour.
[D] Has a very distinctive taste.
43 Blade angle ____ from the hub to the tip of a propeller blade in order to maintain
an optimal ____ from hub to tip.
[A] Decreases, Geometric Pitch.
[B] Increases, Angle of Attack.
[C] Decreases, Angle of Attack.
[D] Increases, Effective Pitch.
44 A Direction lndicator:
[A] Provides a stable reference in azimuth and elevation for maintaining accurate headings
and pitch attitudes.
[B] Is badly affected by acceleration in a turn.
[C] Is not affected by drift produced from mechanical friction in the gyro gimbal bearings.
[D] Suffers from apparent drift of the gyro from the fixed position in space to which it was
aligned, produced by Earth rotation.
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45 As you climb altitude ____ and density ____ and, therefore, the mixture will be
____.
[A] Decreases/Increases/Decreases
[B] Increases/Decreases/Increases
[C] Increases/Decreases/Decreases
[D] Decreases/Decreases/Increases
48 The diagram shows a light aircraft electrical power system, which employs a
centre-zero reading ammeter. (See PPL(A) 020-03). In flight with the battery fully
charged and the battery switch ON, you would expect the ammeter to be:
[A] To the right showing a large positive reading.
[B] In the centre-zero position.
[C] To the left showing a negative reading.
[D] Fluctuating, but mainly showing a negative reading.
50 If a fire occurs in a wheel and tyre assembly and immediate action is required to
extinguish it, the safest extinguishant to use is:
[A] Carbon dioxide.
[B] Dry powder.
[C] Bromotrifluoromethane (BTF).
[D] Water acid.
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51 A tied gyro:
[A] Cannot be used in a Direction Indicator because of the apparent wander caused by the
rotation of the earth about its axis.
[B] Does not suffer from apparent wander (drift) because of rotation of the earth about its
axis.
[C] Has its axis in the vertical or pitching plane of the aircraft.
[D] Has its axis in the horizontal or yawing plane of the aircraft.
52 When referring to the magnetic compass, pilots must bear in mind that:
[A] Turning errors are maximum when turning through East and West, and minimum when
turning through North and South.
[B] Turning errors are maximum when turning through North and South, and minimum when
turning through East and West.
[C] Turning errors increase, the nearer the aircraft is to the Magnetic Equator, and diminish
as the aircraft approaches the Magnetic Poles.
[D] Acceleration errors increase the nearer the aircraft is to the Magnetic Poles, and diminish
as the aircraft approaches the Magnetic Equator.
53 After starting a cold engine, if the oil pressure gauge does not indicate within
approximately 30 seconds:
[A] This may be ignored, provided that the oil level was checked to be sufficient before start-
up.
[B] The engine rpm should be increased and then the oil pressure re-checked.
[C] The engine must be stopped immediately.
[D] This may be ignored if the oil temperature is high, provided that the oil level was checked
to be sufficient before start-up.
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57 Flying an aircraft with a flat battery, having started the engine using a ground
source, is:
[A] Acceptable because the battery will be fully charged again before take-off.
[B] Not recommended because the battery may not charge correctly during flight.
[C] Acceptable because the battery is never required in flight.
[D] Not recommended because the electrical loads will not be energised.
60 The temperature of the gases within the cylinder of a four stroke engine during
the power stroke will:
[A] Remain constant.
[B] Decrease.
[C] Follow Charles's Law.
[D] Increase.
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62 Baffles:
[A] Reduce the flow of air around the engine.
[B] Are placed within the lubrication system to slow down the passage of oil into the engine.
[C] Are directional air guides which direct the airflow fully around the cylinder.
[D] Must be close fitting to reduce the flow of air around the engine.
63 Pre-ignition:
[A] Is also known as pinking.
[B] Is usually caused by a hot spot in the combustion chamber.
[C] Occurs after ignition.
[D] Happens after the spark occurs at the plug.
66 Detonation is:
[A] An explosion that occurs before the normal ignition point.
[B] Unstable combustion.
[C] Usually associated with a rich mixture and high cylinder head temperature.
[D] Usually associated with a weak mixture and a low cylinder head temperature.
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67 If the power supply to the pitot heater failed during flight in icing conditions and
the aircraft subsequently descended, the readings on the Altimeter/the VSI/the
ASI would, if ice had blocked the pitot (Total Pressure) tube:
[A] Read Correctly / Under-read / Over-read.
[B] Read Correctly / Read Correctly / Under-read.
[C] Under-read / Read Correctly / Over-read.
[D] Read Correctly / Read Correctly / Over-read.
69 In icing conditions, if a static vent became blocked during level flight and the
aircraft subsequently climbed, the readings on the Altimeter / the VSI / the ASI
would:
[A] Remain unchanged / Under-read / Over-read.
[B] Remain unchanged / Remain unchanged / Under-read.
[C] Under-read / Remain unchanged / Over-read.
[D] Over-read / Over-read / Under-read.
70 The most probable cause of the needle of the oil pressure gauge fluctuating
when the aircraft is in level flight with the engine running at cruise rpm is:
[A] A low oil supply.
[B] The presence of air in the oil tank.
[C] A loose electrical connection.
[D] The low power setting.
71 The principal reason why light training aircraft have fixed undercarriages is that:
[A] The reduced performance caused by the additional drag of a fixed undercarriage is offset
by its simplicity, low cost and easy maintenance.
[B] Training aircraft need to manoeuvre on the ground.
[C] Training aircraft need to ensure that kinetic energy on landing is absorbed.
[D] Training aircraft need to be supported at a convenient height
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74 An altimeter:
[A] Contains a barometric capsule, connected to a total pressure source, that contracts
during a descent.
[B] Contains an aneroid capsule connected to a static pressure source. The capsule
contracts during a descent.
[C] Contains a barometric capsule that expands during a descent.
[D] Contains a partially evacuated capsule that expands during a descent.
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79 If, while an aircraft is descending, the static vent leading to the Vertical Speed
Indicator becomes blocked, the indicator will:
[A] Indicate a climb.
[B] Continue to show the same reading.
[C] Show a zero reading, after a short delay.
[D] Indicate a descent.
80 When an aircraft is in flight, the pressure sensed by the forward facing hole in
the pitot tube is:
[A] Dynamic pressure only.
[B] Static pressure only.
[C] Total pressure plus dynamic pressure.
[D] Dynamic pressure plus static pressure.
81 Which of the following will increase the angle of attack of a fixed pitch propeller
blade?
[A] Increased TAS and increased RPM.
[B] Decreased TAS and increased RPM.
[C] Increased TAS and decreased RPM.
[D] Decreased TAS and decreased RPM.
83 On a fixed pitch propeller aircraft whose engine is fitted with a carburettor, the of
induction system icing are:
[A] A rise in engine oil temperature and a fall in oil pressure.
[B] A sudden drop in rpm and engine temperature.
[C] A rise in manifold pressure and a reduction in air-speed, in level flight.
[D] A gradual drop in rpm and possible rough running and vibration.
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87 Detonation is:
[A] Also known as 'piston slap'.
[B] Harmful to the pistons.
[C] Part of normal engine running.
[D] Cannot be identified externally.
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90 Where, in an aircraft engine fuel system, is the electric fuel-boost pump normally
fitted?
[A] Between the mechanical fuel pump and the carburettor.
[B] Immediately adjacent to the mechanical fuel pump.
[C] At the lowest point of the fuel tank.
[D] At the highest point of the fuel tank.
91 A magnetic heading:
[A] Is the sum of the compass heading and compass deviation.
[B] Is the sum of the compass heading, compass deviation and variation.
[C] Is not affected by turning errors.
[D] Is always referenced to True North.
93 How soon after starting a cold aircraft engine should the oil pressure gauge give
an indication?
[A] Within 30 seconds; otherwise shut down the engine.
[B] Immediately; otherwise shut down the engine.
[C] By the time pre-flight checks are complete; otherwise shut down the engine.
[D] As long as the oil levels were at an adequate level before start-up, and RPM is within
limits, it is probable that the oil pressure gauge is faulty and should be reported after the
flight.
94 If the gyro of a turn indicator runs at a lower RPM than its design specification,
how will the actual rate of turn of the aircraft compare to the rate of turn shown
on the turn indicator?
[A] The actual rate of turn of the aircraft will be same as the rate indicated.
[B] The actual rate of turn of the aircraft will be greater than the rate indicated.
[C] The actual rate of turn of the aircraft will be less than the rate indicated.
[D] The turn indicator will not indicate a rate of turn.
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100 What part in a reciprocating four-stroke engine operates the piston valves?
[A] The piston bolt.
[B] The piston rod.
[C] The camshaft.
[D] The diffuser valve.
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101 The purpose of fins around the cylinder of a reciprocating air-cooled aircraft
engine is a:
[A] Lower engine aerodynamic drag.
[B] Cylinder augmentation.
[C] Better cylinder cooling.
[D] Lower engine mass.
102 The power of an aviation engine without a supercharger decreases with altitude
because of:
[A] Lower outside temperatures it does not operate at optimum temperature.
[B] Lower air density and therefore insufficient cylinder loading.
[C] Higher air density it receives too poor fuel/air mixture.
[D] Lower air density it receives too rich fuel/air mixture.
105 What would be the most likely cause of fluctuating oil pressure in an aircraft
engine?
[A] Worn or loose bearing.
[B] Low oil level.
[C] Loose prop seal.
[D] Faulty oil pressure indicator.
106 When the engine is stopped, the main source of electrical power is the:
[A] Generator or alternator.
[B] Magneto.
[C] Battery.
[D] Circuit breaker.
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107 For exciting of the alternator an initial electrical current is needed, provided by
the:
[A] Battery.
[B] Magneto.
[C] Ignition coil.
[D] Current distributor.
108 Can the alternator of an aircraft engine operate without the battery?
[A] Yes, provided the magnetos operate properly.
[B] No, not in any case.
[C] Yes, however at high RPM only.
[D] Yes, provided the pilot has switched off all electrical services on board.
109 To which source of electrical power is the starter of an aircraft engine connected
to?
[A] Depends on the type of aircraft.
[B] To the external source of electrical power only.
[C] To the alternator or generator.
[D] Directly to the battery.
110 The battery master switch should be turned to OFF after the engine is stopped to
avoid the battery discharging through the:
[A] Electrical services connected to it.
[B] Magnetos.
[C] Alternator or generator.
[D] Ignition switch.
111 One purpose of the dual ignition system on an aircraft engine is to provide for:
[A] Uniform heat distribution.
[B] Balanced cylinder head pressure.
[C] Improved engine performance.
[D] Improved engine effiency.
112 What would be the result of a single magneto failure on an aircraft in cruise
flight?
[A] Black smoke would be observed from the exhaust.
[B] The engine would be difficult to control.
[C] The engine would backfire excessively.
[D] A slight drop in RPM, plus a slight increase in fuel consumption.
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113 Can an engine of a parked modern reciprocating aircraft fire if somebody turns
the propeller by hand?
[A] Normally not if the engine is cold with ignition switched off.
[B] Yes, provided the master switch is on.
[C] No, under no circumstances.
[D] Yes, always.
116 An engine that does not have a carburettor but rather metered fuel that is fed
under:
[A] Metering carburettor.
[B] Fuel injection.
[C] Supercharging.
[D] Float-type carburettor.
117 The basic purpose of adjusting the fuel/air mixture at altitude is to:
[A] Density of the air.
[B] Decrease the amount of fuel in the mixture in order to compensate for increased air
density.
[C] Increase the amount of fuel in the mixture to compensate for the decrease in pressure
and
[D] Decrease the fuel flow in order to compensate for decreased air density.
118 What change occurs in the fuel/air mixture when carburettor heat is applied?
[A] The fuel/air mixture becomes leaner.
[B] A decrease in RPM results from the lean mixture.
[C] The fuel/air mixture becomes richer.
[D] The fuel/air mixture stays the same.
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119 While cruising at 9,500 feet MSL, the fuel/air mixture is properly adjusted. What
will occur if a descent to 4,500 feet MSL is made without readjusting the mixture?
[A] The fuel/air mixture may become excessively lean.
[B] There will be more fuel in the cylinders than is needed for normal combustion, and the
excess fuel will absorb heat and cool the engine.
[C] The excessively rich mixture will create higher cylinder head temperatures and may
cause detonation.
[D] The fuel/air mixture may become excessively lean and may cause pre-ignition.
121 Carburettor ice has formed in the venturi of your carburettor and your aircraft
starts losing power. Will the use of carburettor heat result in immediate increase
in RPM?
[A] No, in a fixed-pitch propeller aircraft there will first be some rough running and a further
loss of RPM as the melted ice is ingested by the engine. Then RPM will increase.
[B] Yes, since the carburettor ice will melt immediately.
[C] No, since carburettor heat simply melts the ice and does not affect RPM.
[D] Yes, since carburettor heat simply melts the ice and does not affect RPM.
122 What is the purpose of an auxiliary fuel boost pump installed in some light
aircraft?
[A] Increasing engine efficiency.
[B] Faster emptying of fuel tanks.
[C] Pre-injection of fuel into engine cylinders.
[D] Providing fuel to the carburettor during start-up and supplying fuel if the engine driven fuel
pump fails.
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127 For internal cooling, a reciprocating aircraft engine especially depends on:
[A] A properly functioning thermostat.
[B] The circulation of lubricating oil.
[C] The air flowing over the exhaust manifold.
[D] The liquid coolant flowing over the exhaust manifold.
129 In what flight condition is a torque effect the greatest in a single-engine airplane?
[A] High airspeed, high power, high angle of attack.
[B] Low airspeed, high power, high angle of attack.
[C] Low airspeed, low power, low angle of attack.
[D] High airspeed, low power, high angle of attack.
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130 Which adverse effect, caused by a gyroscopic effect, will a pilot experience
during the takeoff roll while lifting a tail off the ground?
[A] Pitching.
[B] Banking tendency.
[C] Yawing.
[D] Nose up tendency.
133 Besides the altimeter, which instruments are connected to the static pressure
line?
[A] Airspeed indicator, vertical speed indicator, and turn-and-skid indicator.
[B] Airspeed indicator only.
[C] Airspeed indicator and external temperature indicator.
[D] Airspeed indicator and vertical speed indicator.
134 What causes the true airspeed of an airplane to differ from its indicated
airspeed?
[A] Pitot error caused by flow losses in the pitot tube.
[B] Variations in temperature and air density.
[C] Yaw error caused by the yawing movement in cruise flight.
[D] The forward wind component.
135 Which is an important airspeed limitation that is not color coded on airspeed
indicators on any one aircraft or glider?
[A] Maximum structural cruising speed (VMO).
[B] Maneuvering speed (VA).
[C] Never-exceed speed (VNE).
[D] Maximum speed with wing flaps extended (VFE).
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137 What does the green color band on the airspeed indicator of an aircraft indicate?
[A] Normal operating speed range.
[B] Dangerous area.
[C] The landing gear and flaps operating speed range.
[D] Maximum allowed speed.
138 What does the red line on an aviation instrument generally represent?
[A] Normal operating range.
[B] Dangerous area.
[C] Landing gear operating speed range.
[D] Maximal or minimal allowed value.
141 If set to QNH, what will be aircraft altimeter reading after landing?
[A] Airfield height above the pressure plane 1013,2 hPa.
[B] Zero.
[C] Airfield height above the mean sea level.
[D] Airfield pressure altitude above the standard value.
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142 What height does the altimeter indicate if set to local QNH?
[A] Height above airport.
[B] Height above sea level.
[C] Height above terrain.
[D] Flight level.
144 What would be the indication of an aircraft altimeter if the pilot fails to set QNH
during descent, and therefore lives the instrument set to the standard pressure?
[A] The airport heigh above the pressure plane 1013.2 hPa.
[B] Zero.
[C] The airport elevation.
[D] The indication is not usable.
145 If a pilot changes the altimeter setting to a lower pressure, the altitude indication
will:
[A] Stay unchanged.
[B] Decrease.
[C] Increase.
[D] Unreliable.
147 If an altimeter is set to QFE pressure, the instrument indication after landing will
be:
[A] The airfield height above the pressure plain 1013.2 hPa.
[B] The airfield elevation.
[C] Zero.
[D] The airfield pressure height above the standard value.
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148 If a flight is made from an area of high pressure into an area of low pressure
without the altimeter setting being adjusted, the aircraft true altitude:
[A] Increases.
[B] Decreases.
[C] Stays unchanged.
[D] Will be unreliable.
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AND PLANNING
030
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3 What is the colour of the caution speed range on an Air Speed Indicator, and
what must the pilot be mindful of when operating in this range?
[A] Yellow. - This speed range should not be entered unless the air is smooth. Any
manoeuvres should be made using small and gentle control inputs.
[B] Green. - Stalls, airframe deformations, and/or structural damage may occur in this range
if the pilot uses abrupt and full control deflections.
[C] Yellow - Stalls, causing airframe deformations, and/or structural damage may occur in
this range if the pilot uses abrupt and full control deflections.
[D] Green. - Control flutter may occur if turbulence is encountered.
4 What name is given to the load at which the aircraft structure will fail?
[A] Safety Factor Load.
[B] Ultimate Load.
[C] Limit Load.
[D] Maximum Load.
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9 Never exceed speed (VNE) is the red radial line on the ASI and marks the speed
which:
[A] Flight is permitted in smooth conditions only.
[B] Prolonged flight is unsafe.
[C] You cannot exceed.
[D] Structural damage will occur.
10 When flying in very rough air what is the maximum speed to be adopted in order
to avoid overstressing the airframe?
[A] Vd or Va.
[B] Vd or Vno.
[C] Vno or Vfe.
[D] Vra or Va.
11 Your aircraft has an oil reservoir with a capacity of 3 imp/gal which is positioned
20 inches aft of the datum. Given that the oil weighs 9.1 lbs/gal, the reservoir will
possess a moment of:
[A] 27.3 lb in.
[B] 60 lb in.
[C] 546 lb in.
[D] 182 lb in.
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12 Assuming the aircraft is at rest on the ground, what term best describes image
"D"? (See PPL(A) 030-01)
[A] Empty Mass.
[B] Zero Fuel Mass.
[C] Traffic Load.
[D] Maximum All Up Mass.
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18 The flight characteristics of an aircraft which has its C of G at the forward limit
will be:
[A] Insensitivity to Pitch Control and great Longitudinal Stability.
[B] Insensitivity to Pitch Control and little Longitudinal Stability.
[C] Sensitivity to Pitch Control and little Longitudinal Stability.
[D] Sensitivity to Pitch Control and great Longitudinal Stability.
19 An aircraft weighing 2000 lbs with a total CofG moment of + 169400 lb in uplifts
440 lbs of fuel. If the effective arm of the fuel is 88.5 inches aft of the datum, what
will be the aircraft's new mass and C of G moment?
[A] 1560 lbs +208340 lb in.
[B] 2440 lbs +208340 lb in.
[C] 2440 lbs +169488.5 lb in.
[D] 1560 lbs +169488.5 lb in.
20 You plan to carry your aircraft's maximum permissible 'Traffic Load'. Your
principal consideration during your flight planning will be that:
[A] Your fuel load may have to be limited to prevent you exceeding the Maximum All Up
Weight / Mass.
[B] It is mandatory to carry a full fuel load when carrying passengers.
[C] The fuel load is accounted for in 'Traffic Load' calculations.
[D] The 'Traffic Load' may have to be reduced to allow for the full fuel load.
21 Traffic Load:
[A] Includes the Basic Empty Mass.
[B] Includes drinkable water and lavatory chemicals.
[C] Is the total mass of passengers, baggage and freight and fuel.
[D] Is the total mass of passengers, baggage and freight.
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22 The consequences of operating an aeroplane with the C of G beyond the aft limit
will be:
I On the ground the aircraft would be tail heavy and passenger or crew
movement or fuel usage could make it tip up.
II The flying controls would be too sensitive increasing the risk of a tail strike at
rotation.
III The tendency to stall would increase and it may be impossible to achieve
"hands off" balanced flight.
IV Recovery from a spin would be much more difficult.
[A] Only statement I is correct.
[B] All statements are correct.
[C] Only statements I and IV are correct.
[D] Only statements II and III are correct.
23 Assuming the aircraft is at rest on the ground, what term best describes image
A? (See PPL(A) 030-01)
[A] Maximum All Up Mass.
[B] Take Off Mass.
[C] Zero Fuel Mass.
[D] Empty Mass.
24 In which Category. Utility or Normal, would you expect to operate the aircraft
represented in the attached CofG / Moment Envelope if its mass is 2100 lbs and
its CofG Moment 90,000 lb inches? (See PPL(A) 030-02)
[A] Heavy duty.
[B] Utility.
[C] Normal and Utility.
[D] Normal.
25 What is used as the aircraft reference for the C of G limit, and upon which axis is
that limit found?
Axis / Reference
[A] Normal / Spinner.
[B] Longitudinal / Datum.
[C] Lateral / Tail.
[D] Vertical / Wheels.
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28 The Centre of Gravity range of most aircraft reduces as the aircraft mass
increases, as a result of:
[A] The forward C of G limit moving rearwards to reduce stability.
[B] The aft C of G limit moving forward to increase stability.
[C] The aft C of G limit moving rearwards to extend the static margin.
[D] The static margin moving forward to reduce manoeuvrability.
29 When calculating the MZFM (maximum zero fuel mass), the following are
included:
[A] Crew, Passengers, Baggage, Catering & Fuel.
[B] Crew, Passengers & Baggage.
[C] Crew, Passengers, Baggage & Catering.
[D] Drinkable water and lavatory chemicals.
30 What effect will a higher aircraft mass have on rotate speed and stalling speed?
[A] It will increase rotate speed and decrease stalling speed.
[B] It will decrease both speeds.
[C] It will increase both speeds.
[D] It will decrease rotate speed and increase stalling speed.
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32 That part of a runway surface which is used for normal operations during take-
off, excluding any clearway or stopway, is referred to as:
[A] The take-off run available (TORA).
[B] The landing distance available (LDA).
[C] The take-off distance available (TODA).
[D] The emergency distance available (EMDA).
33 If the density of the atmosphere is reduced, the take-off distance will be:
[A] Unaffected.
[B] Decreased.
[C] Increased.
[D] Controlled by wind.
34 If the density of the air is increased above ISA conditions, the effect will be:
[A] To increase the take-off distance.
[B] To increase the take-off performance.
[C] To decrease the take-off performance.
[D] To decrease just the take-off run.
35 When the density of the atmosphere is relatively low, the resulting reduction in:
[A] Thrust and drag has no apparent effect on the take-off distance required.
[B] Both lift and engine power will require a longer take-off distance.
[C] Drag will permit the use of greater flap angles.
[D] Drag offsets the loss of engine power giving improved acceleration.
37 Increasing the aeroplane's gross weight will have what effect on the take-off?
[A] Increase the stall speed and the take-off run required.
[B] Decrease the stall speed and increase the take-off run required.
[C] Increase the stall speed and decrease the take-off run required.
[D] Decrease the stall speed and the take-off run required.
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40 To gain the greatest amount of height in the shortest time period the aircraft
should be flown at:
[A] The best angle of climb speed (Vx).
[B] 60 kt.
[C] The best rate of climb speed (Vy).
[D] At the speed for maximum endurance.
41 Calculate the rate of climb for an aircraft operating at 5000ft with an outside air
temperature of 0°C. (See PPL(A) 030-03)
[A] 470 fpm.
[B] 585 fpm.
[C] 475 fpm.
[D] 530 fpm.
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44 The indicated air speed for the best rate of climb when climbing to cruise altitude
will tend to:
[A] Remain the same.
[B] Decrease then increase.
[C] Decrease.
[D] Increase.
45 The lift produced by the wing of an aeroplane that is climbing and maintaining a
constant airspeed will be:
[A] Greater than weight.
[B] Less than weight.
[C] Equal to weight.
[D] Independent of weight.
49 What speed should be flown for maximum range: (See PPL(A) 030-05)
[A] A.
[B] B.
[C] C.
[D] D.
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52 A pilot wishes to fly at a speed which will give him maximum range. He knows
that he is flying with a tailwind. How will the speed selected by the pilot compare
with the maximum range speed for still air?
[A] It will be decreased by a margin slightly less than the amount of tailwind.
[B] It will be increased by a margin slightly less than the amount of tailwind.
[C] It will be the same as for still air.
[D] It will be decreased by a margin slightly more than the amount of tailwind.
53 Which of the following cases will result in a reduced performance and possibly
exceed the structural limitations of the aircraft?
[A] An aircraft with a higher take-off mass than a landing mass.
[B] An aircraft that is stalled at its maximum all up weight.
[C] An aeroplane that is operated above its maximum all up landing weight.
[D] An aircraft that is operated above its maximum all up weight.
54 What is the effect of a headwind on the glide angle and glide distance?
[A] Glide angle will increase and glide distance increase.
[B] Glide angle will remain the same and glide distance will remain the same.
[C] Glide angle will increase and glide distance decrease.
[D] Glide angle will decrease and glide distance decrease.
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58 When gliding for maximum range, an aircraft with a greater weight will:
[A] Have a reduced glide range.
[B] Have a faster descent speed but the same descent angle.
[C] Have a shallower descent angle.
[D] Have a faster descent speed and a reduced descent distance.
60 What would be the effect of an increase in temperature upon the air density and
aircraft performance?
[A] Reduced density and an increase in aircraft performance.
[B] Increased density and reduced aircraft performance.
[C] Increased density and increased aircraft performance.
[D] Reduced density and reduced aircraft performance.
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63 What is the effect of an increase in mass on the stalling speed and landing
distance required?
[A] Increased stall speed and increased landing distance.
[B] Increased stall speed and decreased landing distance.
[C] Decreased stall speed and decreased landing distance.
[D] Decreased stall speed and increased landing distance.
64 When landing, if an aircraft's true air speed is significantly less than the true
ground speed then the aircraft is experiencing:
[A] A reduced atmospheric density.
[B] A headwind.
[C] A tailwind.
[D] A cross wind.
65 If the approach and landing speed is higher recommended speed in the aircraft
manual the effect will be that:
[A] The landing distance will be decreased.
[B] The landing distance will be increased.
[C] The landing performance will improve.
[D] The landing distance will be unaffected.
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69 The VREF to be attained by the landing screen height of 50ft must be:
[A] 1.15 times the stalling speed in the takeoff configuration.
[B] 1.3 times the stalling speed in the landing configuration.
[C] 1.43 times the stalling speed in the landing configuration.
[D] 33% of stall speed.
70 If the aircraft mass is increased by 15%, the landing distance required will
increase approximately:
[A] 33% or by a factor of 1.33.
[B] 15% or by a factor of 1.15.
[C] 10% or by a factor of 1.1.
[D] 20% or by a factor of 1.2.
72 Determine if the aircraft mass is inside the limits (normal category)! (See PPL(A)
030-10)
mass (lb) moment/1000 (lbxin)
Empty mass 1,350 51,5
Pilot and front passenger 360
Rear passengers 280
Fuel 30 US gal.
Oil 8 qt -0,2
[A] Aft of the aft limit.
[B] Forward of the forward limit.
[C] Inside limits, close to the forward limit.
[D] Inside limits.
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73 What is the maximum amount of fuel that may be aboard the airplane on takeoff
if loaded as follows? (See PPL(A) 030-10)
74 GIVEN:
mass (lb) arm(in) moment (lbxin)
75 Determine the moment with the following data: (See PPL(A) 030-10)
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76 What is the maximum amount of baggage that may be loaded aboard the normal
category airplane for CG to remain inside proper limits? (See PPL(A) 030-10)
77 The easiest way to determine the pressure altitude is setting an altimeter to:
[A] 1013.2 hPa and reading the altitude.
[B] The airport elevation and reading the altitude.
[C] The airport elevation and reading the value in the barometric window.
[D] Zero and reading the value in the barometric window.
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82 If the outside air temperature (OAT) at a given altitude is lower than standard, the
density altitude is:
[A] Lower than true altitude.
[B] Lower than pressure altitude and approximately equal to true altitude.
[C] Higher than true altitude and lower than pressure altitude.
[D] Higher than pressure altitude.
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89 The density altitude could be approximately calculated from the pressure altitude
without using a navigation calculator by
[A] Increasing/decreasing the pressure altitude by 120 ft for each °C deviation above/below
the standard temperature.
[B] Increasing/decreasing the altitude above the sea level for the difference between the
standard and actual atmospheric pressure, converted into an altitude.
[C] Increasing the pressure altitude by 4% for each 10°C deviation from the standard
temperature.
[D] Decreasing the pressure altitude by 4% for each 5°C deviation from the standard
temperature.
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93 What influence does the increased mass have on powered aircraft takeoff
performance?
[A] At given engine power the aircraft accelerates poorer; the airspeed required for the
production of the lift necessary for leaving the ground is greater.
[B] At given engine power the aircraft accelerates better, however the airspeed required for
production of the lift necessary for lift-off remains unchanged.
[C] Each aircraft at given engine power accelerate equally regardless of the mass, however
the airspeed required for overcoming the ground effect is greater.
[D] Each aircraft at given engine power accelerate equally regardless of the mass and the
airspeed required for production of the lift necessary for lift-off remains unchanged.
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96 The airplane's or powered hang glider's best angle-of-climb speed (Vx) is used:
[A] When trying to get cruising altitude quickly.
[B] When clearing a moving obstacle.
[C] When trying to climb without sacrificing cruising speed.
[D] When clearing an obstacle.
97 Which speed would provide the greatest gain in altitude in the shortest distance
during climb after takeoff?
[A] Minimum speed (VS).
[B] Best climb speed (VY).
[C] Maneuvering speed (VA).
[D] Best angle-of-climb speed (Vx).
99 After takeoff, which airspeed would the pilot use to gain the most altitude in a
given period of time?
[A] Best angle-of-climb speed (Vx).
[B] Best climb speed (VY).
[C] Maneuvering speed (VA).
[D] Minimum speed (VS).
100 What is the proper use for the best-rate-of-climb speed (Vy)?
[A] When clearing an obstacle.
[B] When trying to get cruising altitude quickly.
[C] When approaching high mountains.
[D] When trying to avoid an excessive pitch attitude during a climb.
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103 The aircraft's climb angle during a steady climb depends on:
[A] Excess of power.
[B] Power available.
[C] Thrust required.
[D] Excess of thrust.
104 At takeoff from a short airfield with an airplane or a powered hang glider, which
airspeed should you fly until cleared of obstacles?
[A] Minimum speed (VS).
[B] Best climb speed (VY).
[C] Best angle-of-climb speed (Vx).
[D] Maneuvering speed (VA).
105 During landing on an airport with high elevation the true air speed (TAS) of an
aircraft is higher than normal. What indicated speed (IAS) should be kept in such
cases?
[A] Lower than normal.
[B] Normal speed.
[C] Higher than normal.
[D] Increased for 5 kts for each 1,000 ft of airport elevation.
106 Should you use the normal approach speed when approaching to land in gusty
wind conditions?
[A] No. Add one half the "gust factor" to the calculated approach speed.
[B] No. Use 1.2 times stall speed.
[C] Yes (go by Operator's Manual).
[D] No. Use 0.8 times stall speed.
107 Maximum structural cruising speed is the maximum speed at which an airplane
can be operated
[A] During abrupt maneuvers.
[B] In smooth air.
[C] At normal operations.
[D] With flaps extended.
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111 Maneuvering speed (VA) is the highest speed at which even full abrupt deflection
of the elevator will not exceed
[A] Never exceed speed (VNE).
[B] Load factor 1 g.
[C] Negative limit load factor.
[D] Positive limit load factor.
112 How will higher altitude affect the cruising indicated airspeed of an aircraft if a
throttle remains unchanged?
[A] It will stay unchanged.
[B] It will be higher.
[C] It will be lower.
[D] It will be lower or higher.
113 What does "Best Endurance Speed" for a propeller aircraft mean?
[A] Maximum time aloft per unit of fuel (flying with least power).
[B] Maximum distance per unit of fuel (flying with least drag).
[C] Maximum distance between two stops.
[D] Maximum time between two stops.
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114 Determine the takeoff distance over a 50-foot obstacle under the following
conditions: See PPL(A) 030-08
Pressure altitude 0 ft
temperature standard
mass 1900 lb
wind calm
surface grass, dry
[A] 1,180 ft.
[B] 920 ft.
[C] 950 ft.
[D] 1,030 ft.
116 Determine the takeoff distance over a 50-foot obstacle under the following
conditions: (See PPL(A) 030-08)
pressure altitude 4,000 ft
temperature 15°C
mass 2300 lb
wind calm
surface asphalt
[A] 1,125 ft.
[B] 2,100 ft.
[C] 1,210 ft.
[D] 1,970 ft.
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117 Determine the takeoff distance over a 50-foot obstacle under the following
conditions: (See PPL(A) 030-08)
pressure altitude 2,000 ft
temperature 30°C
mass 2100 lb
wind head 18 kt
surface grass, dry
[A] 1,565 ft.
[B] 1,555 ft.
[C] 1,350 ft.
[D] 2,945 ft.
118 Determine the total distance required to land. (See PPL(A) 030-09)
pressure altitude 1,000 ft
temperature 30°C
mass 2300 lb
wind head 9 kt
surface tarmac
[A] 509 ft.
[B] 1330 ft.
[C] 565 ft.
[D] 1197 ft.
119 Determine the ground roll distance after landing. (See PPL(A) 030-09)
pressure altitude 0 ft
temperature 10°C
mass 2300 lb
wind head 10 kt
surface grass, dry
[A] 1235 ft.
[B] 510 ft.
[C] 739 ft.
[D] 1790 ft.
120 Determine the ground roll distance after landing. (See PPL(A) 030-09)
pressure altitude 0 ft
temperature 15°C
mass 2300 lb
wind calm
surface tarmac
[A] 510 ft.
[B] 520 ft.
[C] 530 ft.
[D] 545 ft.
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121 Determine the ground roll distance after landing. (See PPL(A) 030-09)
pressure altitude 3,000 ft
temperature 20°C
mass 2200 lb
wind calm
surface grass, dry
[A] 685 ft.
[B] 590 ft.
[C] 660 ft.
[D] 855 ft.
122 Determine the total distance over a 50-foot obstacle required to land.
(See PPL(A) 030-09)
pressure altitude 1,000 ft
temperature 10°C
mass 2300 lb
wind tail 10 kt
surface tarmac
[A] 1265 ft.
[B] 1,900 ft.
[C] 1360 ft.
[D] 1850 ft.
123 Determine the total distance over a 50-foot obstacle required to land.
(See PPL(A) 030-09)
pressure altitude 1,500 ft
temperature 30°C
mass 2300 lb
wind calm
surface tarmac
[A] 1,350 ft.
[B] 1,385 ft.
[C] 1,320 ft.
[D] 1,280 ft.
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124 Determine the total distance over a 50-foot obstacle required to land.
(See PPL(A) 030-09)
pressure altitude 0 ft
temperature 0°C
mass 2300 lb
wind head 18 kt
surface grass, dry
[A] 1,140 ft.
[B] 965 ft.
[C] 1,205 ft.
[D] 1,445 ft.
125 What will be the airspeed of an airplane in level flight under the following
conditions? (See PPL(A) 030-07)
pressure altitude 8,000 ft
temperature 20°C below standard
power setting 55%
[A] 115 kts.
[B] 110 kts.
[C] 104 kts.
[D] 120 kts.
126 What is the expected fuel consumption for a 250-nautical flight under the
following conditions?
(See PPL(A) 030-07)
pressure altitude 6,000 ft
temperature 20°C above standard
power setting 60%
wind calm
[A] 15.1 USA gal.
[B] 19.7 USA gal.
[C] 16.0 USA gal.
[D] 12.0 USA gal.
127 What is the expected fuel consumption for a 350-nautical flight under the
following conditions?
(See PPL(A) 030-07)
pressure altitude 4,000 ft
temperature 20°C below standard
power setting 60%
wind calm
[A] 15.3 USA gal.
[B] 14.9 USA gal.
[C] 22.7 USA gal.
[D] 18.6 USA gal.
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128 Approximately what engine RPM should be set during cruising at the pressure
altitude 2,000 ft and with standard temperature in order to develop 60% of
power? (See PPL(A) 030-07)
[A] 2400 RPM.
[B] 2500 RPM.
[C] 2300 RPM.
[D] 2200 RPM.
129 What is the expected fuel consumption under the following conditions?
(See PPL(A) 030-07)
pressure altitude 8,000 ft
temperature 20°C below standard
power setting 55%
[A] 5.7 USA gal/h.
[B] 6.2 USA gal/h.
[C] 5.8 USA gal/h.
[D] 5.8 USA gal/h.
130 Which forward speed is normally maintained, following an engine failure in flight
in a light airplane?
[A] Best endurance speed.
[B] Best glide speed.
[C] Minimum rate of descend speed.
[D] Minimum speed.
131 The forward speed for minimum rate of descent of an aircraft, compared with its
best glide speed, is:
[A] Always higher.
[B] Always lower.
[C] Often higher.
[D] Often lower.
132 What should be done first, following an aircraft's engine failure in flight?
[A] Select the gliding attitude with best glide speed.
[B] Carburetor heat must be applied.
[C] Move the mixture lever to position FULL RICH.
[D] Select a suitable field for forced landing.
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133 An aircraft without an engine will fly the longest distance from a given altitude at
the angle of attack at which:
[A] Lift coefficient retains its maximum value.
[B] Parasite drag is the least.
[C] Parasite drag is equal to the lift coefficient.
[D] Induced drag and parasite drag are equal.
134 What is the headwind component for a landing on Runway 18 if the tower reports
the wind as 220°/30 kts? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] 30 kts.
[B] 19 kts.
[C] 23 kts.
[D] 34 kts.
135 What is the crosswind component for a landing on Runway 18 if the tower
reports the wind as 220°/30 kts? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] 34 kts.
[B] 23 kts.
[C] 30 kts.
[D] 19 kts.
136 Which runway (06, 14, 24, 32) will you choose for landing, if tower reports south
wind 20 kts and if maximum allowed crosswind component for your aircraft is 13
kts? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] RWY 24.
[B] RWY 06.
[C] RWY 14.
[D] RWY 32.
137 With the reported wind of 360°/20 kts you are approaching an airport. Which
runway (06, 14 or 24) would you choose for landing, if your airplane had a 13-
knots maximum allowed crosswind component on landing? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] RWY 24.
[B] RWY 06.
[C] RWY 14.
[D] RWY 32.
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138 What are the headwind and crosswind components with the reported wind of
280°/15 kts for a runway with the magnetic direction 220°? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] 7.5 kts headwind and 13 kts crosswind.
[B] 15.5 kts headwind and 8 kts crosswind.
[C] 15.5 kts headwind and 15 kts crosswind.
[D] 13.5 kts headwind and 24 kts crosswind.
139 Determine the maximum wind velocity for a 45° crosswind if the maximum
crosswind component for the airplane is 25 kts? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] 25 kts.
[B] 18 kts.
[C] 35 kts.
[D] 29 kts.
140 Determine the maximum wind velocity for a 40° crosswind if the maximum
crosswind component for the airplane is 10 kts? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] 18 kts.
[B] 20 kts.
[C] 15 kts.
[D] 12 kts.
141 Determine the maximum wind velocity for a 30° crosswind if the maximum
crosswind component for the airplane is 10 kts? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] 18 kts.
[B] 13 kts.
[C] 16 kts.
[D] 20 kts.
142 What are the headwind and crosswind components with the reported wind of
030°/10 kts for a runway with the magnetic direction 330°? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] 5 kts headwind and 8 kts crosswind.
[B] 10 kts headwind and 8 kts crosswind.
[C] 8 kts headwind and 4 kts crosswind.
[D] 8 kts headwind and 8 kts crosswind.
143 What are the headwind and crosswind components with the reported wind of
130°/20 kts for a runway with the magnetic direction 040°? (See PPL(A) 030-06)
[A] 10 kts headwind and 15 kts crosswind.
[B] 15 kts headwind and 10 kts crosswind.
[C] Zero headwind component; crosswind component 20 kts.
[D] 20 kts headwind; zero crosswind component.
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040
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5 If the atmospheric pressure decreases, the partial pressure of the oxygen in the
atmosphere will:
[A] Stay the same.
[B] Increase.
[C] Decrease.
[D] Not be affected as it is independent of atmospheric pressure.
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9 Which gas, which is absorbed by the body during normal breathing, plays an
important role in decompression sickness?
[A] Oxygen.
[B] Nitrogen.
[C] Carbon Dioxide.
[D] Carbon Monoxide.
10 After donating blood, what is the minimum time a pilot should wait before flying?
[A] 12 hours.
[B] 2 hours.
[C] 24 hours.
[D] 48 hours.
12 Which body system is responsible for distributing oxygen around the body?
[A] The Oxidation System.
[B] The Nervous System.
[C] The Respiratory System.
[D] The Circulatory System.
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13 The blood carries ____ around the body and removes ____ from the body with
the exchange occurring in the ____.
[A] Carbon Dioxide / Oxygen / Capillaries
[B] Carbon / Dioxide / Oxygen Veins
[C] Oxygen / Carbon Dioxide / Arteries
[D] Oxygen / Carbon Dioxide / Capillaries
15 Enter into the following statement the most correct pair of figures from the
options below. The maximum recommended levels of alcohol consumption per
week are ____ for men and ____ for women.
[A] 24 units / 16 units.
[B] 16 units / 24 units.
[C] 25 units / 25 units.
[D] 30 units / 20 units.
16 Brain cells that have been deprived of oxygen will start to die in:
[A] 30 minutes.
[B] 2 seconds.
[C] 2 minutes.
[D] 2 hours.
17 Which of the following gases regulate the rate and depth of breathing, depending
on the levels at which the gas is present in the blood?
[A] Nitrogen.
[B] Oxygen.
[C] Carbon Dioxide.
[D] Carbon Monoxide.
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19 Approximately how long does it take a person to dissipate one unit of alcohol
from the blood?
[A] 5 hours.
[B] 1/2 hour.
[C] 12 hours.
[D] 2 hours.
20 Enter into the following statement the most correct pair of gases from the
options below. Hemoglobin in red blood cells is more readily attracted to ____
than ____.
[A] Carbon Dioxide / Nitrogen.
[B] Nitrogen / Oxygen.
[C] Oxygen / Nitrogen.
[D] Carbon Monoxide / Oxygen.
22 The condition whereby the body does not enough oxygen to function correctly is
known as:
[A] Hyperventilation.
[B] Hypotension.
[C] Hypoxia.
[D] Hyperglycemia.
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27 You are taking a friend flying and are cruising at 6,000 ft. Your passenger begins
suffering from a tingling sensation, dizziness and visual disorders and then
becomes unconscious. Your passenger is probably suffering from:
[A] Food poisoning.
[B] Hypoxia.
[C] Hyperventilation.
[D] Angina.
29 For the pilot of an aircraft on a head-on collision course with a fast-moving jet,
the image of the approaching jet will appear to grow in size in the following
manner:
[A] Only slowly at first until just before impact when the image would grow in size very
rapidly.
[B] At a constant rate.
[C] Very rapidly at first but then continue to grow at a constant rate.
[D] Rapidly initially, and then remain at a constant size until impact.
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33 Which of the following organs of the body supplies the single most dependable
source of sensory information?
[A] The Neo-cortex.
[B] The Ear.
[C] The Nose.
[D] The Eye.
34 What is the component of the eye responsible for peripheral vision and sensitive
to low light levels?
[A] The Cones.
[B] The Rods.
[C] The Fovea.
[D] The Retina.
35 Empty Field Myopia is a condition where the eyes naturally focus at a distance of
approximately:
[A] 20 - 500 meters.
[B] Infinity.
[C] 1 - 2 meters.
[D] At the horizon.
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37 To lessen the danger of collision with an aircraft which might be in a pilot's blind
spot and closing on a constant relative bearing, the pilot should:
[A] Change heading by a few degrees every 10 minutes or so.
[B] Carry out a systematic look out at all times.
[C] Roll the aircraft from right to left by a few degrees every 10 minutes or so.
[D] Carry out periodic clearing turns.
39 Accommodation is the power of the lens to focus rays of light from near objects
onto the Fovea. Accommodation is controlled by:
[A] The Ciliary muscles.
[B] The Iris.
[C] The Rods and Cones.
[D] The Retina.
40 Dark adaptation takes about ____ for the Rods, and ____ for the Cones.
[A] 15 minutes / 20 minutes.
[B] 30 minutes / 7 minutes.
[C] 7 minutes / 30 minutes
[D] 25 minutes / 45 minutes.
42 When flying solo, a pilot who suspects he is suffering from spatial disorientation
should:
[A] Believe the indications of his instruments.
[B] Blink rapidly several times.
[C] Swallow hard, pinch the nostrils and blow down the nose to clear the Eustachian tube.
[D] Believe his somatosensory senses.
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48 The frequency band that a healthy young person can hear is:
[A] 70 - 15.000 cycles per second.
[B] 20 - 20.000 cycles per second.
[C] 80 - 20.000 cycles per second.
[D] 500 - 15.000 cycles per second.
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50 One of the main contributory factors to the onset of motion sickness is:
[A] The mismatch between visual and vestibular sensory inputs.
[B] Rolling quickly into turns.
[C] Performing high g maneuvers.
[D] Stalling.
51 During straight and level flight any pronounced linear acceleration may produce
sensation of the nose pitching up. In such a situation, the pilot should:
[A] Correct the pitching movement by moving the control column slightly forward.
[B] Ignore vestibular information and believe what the instruments are indicating.
[C] Rely on information from the vestibular apparatus to maintain orientation.
[D] Rely on his "seat of the pants" feeling to make any necessary correction.
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56 Complete the following sentence. If your Eustachian tube is blocked and you
cannot clear your ears, you should:
[A] Ground yourself until the condition causing the blocking of the Eustachian tube has
cleared up.
[B] Clear your nose with a nasal inhaler before flying.
[C] Fly only as a passenger.
[D] Proceed with your flight but ensure that you swallow hard frequently.
57 While flying, the changes in outside air pressure can cause air trapped in the
body cavities to expand and contract. This is known as Otic Barotrauma and it
most likely to effect:
[A] The teeth.
[B] The middle ear.
[C] The sinuses.
[D] All of the above.
60 The ability of a pilot to withstand even moderate forces can be affected by:
[A] Presbycusis.
[B] The maximum load limits of the aircraft.
[C] Fatigue in the pilot.
[D] All of the above.
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61 A pilot should not fly for at least how long after a local anesthetic?
[A] 48 hours.
[B] 2 hours.
[C] 24 hours.
[D] 12 hours.
62 You are suffering from a cold with slightly blocked nose and sinuses and you
have an aircraft booked to fly. Should you:
[A] Not fly?
[B] Take a decongestant 1/2 an hour before flight?
[C] Fly as normal?
[D] Fly, but be sure to select only low rates of climb and descent?
63 A pilot should not fly for at least how long after a general anesthetic?
[A] 24 hours.
[B] 2 hours.
[C] 12 hours.
[D] 48 hours.
66 If a pilot is approaching a runway much larger than that at his home airfield, what
is his visual perception of the runway likely to be?
[A] The runway will appear further away than it actually is.
[B] The runway will appear closer than it actually is.
[C] Distances will be easy to judge.
[D] A different approach path should be adopted.
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69 It is generally accepted that the short-term memory can hold how many items
and how long?
[A] 7 items for 10-20 seconds.
[B] 4 items for 15 seconds.
[C] 15 items for 1-5 minutes.
[D] 7 items for 5-10 minutes.
70 If a pilot is used to flying in relatively polluted hazy air and then flies in a very
clear sky:
[A] Near objects may be mistaken for those further away.
[B] Distant objects may appear further away than they are.
[C] Distant objects may appear closer than they are.
[D] Near objects may appear further away than they are.
71 From the options below, choose the correct sequence of the various stages of
the reasoning process.
[A] Detection, Perception, Decisions taken, Action, Feedback.
[B] Perception, Action, Feedback, Detection, Decisions taken.
[C] Detection, Feedback, Decisions taken, Action, Perception.
[D] Detection, Perception, Decisions taken, Feedback, Action.
72 Which of the following will give the illusion that the aircraft is too low during an
approach?
[A] A down-sloping runway.
[B] An up-sloping runway.
[C] A brightly lit aerodrome in an otherwise dark area.
[D] A narrower than normal runway.
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73 As captain of an aircraft you will need to show good leadership skills. Which of
the following is not one such skill?
[A] Forward planning.
[B] Aggressive assertiveness.
[C] Maintaining good situational awareness.
[D] The art of delegation.
74 You have planned to take a couple of friends on an air experience flight. On the
day, the weather conditions are marginal and there is a strong cross-wind on the
runway. As a competent assessor of risk, which of the following decisions
should you take?
[A] Reschedule the flight for another time, discounting the immediate disappointment to your
friends.
[B] Get airborne as planned, as it is always wise to stick to your flight plan if you possibly
can.
[C] Proceed with the flight and treat it as an opportunity to practice flying in adverse
conditions.
[D] Ask your friends if they are prepared to fly in the prevailing conditions, before assessing
the situation yourself.
77 Complete the following statement. If, as an inexperienced pilot, you are flying
with someone of much greater experience, and you see him do something you
consider to be dangerous, you should:
[A] Do nothing for the moment, but check the wisdom and correctness of his action by
discussing it with an instructor after you have landed.
[B] Wait until the action or manoeuvre is completed, and then questions him.
[C] Ignore the situation because he obviously knows what he is doing.
[D] Immediately question his course of action.
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78 Good briefings are very important. Which of the following could be the result of a
bad briefing?
[A] Good understanding of information.
[B] Good transfer of knowledge.
[C] Increased uncertainty.
[D] Decreased uncertainty.
79 Complete the following statement. The most appropriate time for a pilot to give
passengers an initial briefing on emergency procedures is:
[A] While waiting at the hold for take-off.
[B] At the moment any emergency occurs; it is not necessary to worry them before that.
[C] During a pre-flight safety briefing.
[D] Just after take-off.
80 Two pilots, both seated at the controls and qualified on type, have just
commenced a flight when they experience an engine failure. Who should take
control of the aircraft?
[A] The pilot who, during the pre-flight briefing on emergencies, the captain agreed should
take over control in such a situation.
[B] The pilot in the left-hand seat.
[C] The captain.
[D] The more experienced of the two.
82 Which of the following are ways to help avoid stress in the cockpit?
[A] Not allowing yourself to be rushed into acting before you are ready.
[B] Having a cool drink at hand, at all times.
[C] Modifying your pre-flight plan whenever you feel you are off-track or behind time.
[D] All of the above.
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84 An analogue display is generally better than a digital display for showing which
sort of data?
[A] Quantitative.
[B] Qualitative.
[C] Numerical.
[D] Subjective.
85 Which of the following occur when a pilot is sitting too high in a cockpit?
a. Good downward outside view.
b. Poor view of instruments.
c. Upwards outside view obstructed.
[A] Only a).
[B] a), b) and c).
[C] a) and b) only.
[D] a) and c) only.
86 You are preparing for a training flight with an instructor and cannot find your
checklist. You should:
[A] Use a checklist for a different aircraft type.
[B] Perform the checks from memory.
[C] Take time to find the checklist at the risk of missing part of your airborne time.
[D] Rely on the instructor to point out anything that you might have missed.
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89 As a pilot, flying for long periods in hot summer temperatures increases the
susceptibility of dehydration since the:
[A] Dry air at altitude tends to increase the rate of water loss from the body.
[B] Moist air at altitude helps retain the body's moisture.
[C] Temperature decreases with altitude.
[D] Temperature increases with altitude
91 What suggestion could you make to your pilot fellow who is experiencing motion
sickness?
[A] Recommend breathing into the paper bag. Avoid
[B] Recommend taking medication to prevent motion sickness.
[C] Lower her/his head, shut her/his eyes, and take deep breaths.
[D] unnecessary head movement and to keep her/his eyes on a point outside the aircraft.
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100 Large accumulations of carbon monoxide in the human body result in:
[A] Tightness across the forehead.
[B] Loss of muscular power.
[C] An increased sense of well-being.
[D] Hyperventilation.
103 Rapid or extra deep breathing while using oxygen can cause a condition known
as:
[A] Aerotitis.
[B] Aerosinusitis.
[C] Hyperventilation.
[D] Hypoxia.
105 A pilot should be able to overcome the symptoms or avoid future occurrences of
hyperventilation by:
[A] Speeding up the breathing rate.
[B] Slowing the breathing rate, breathing into a bag, or talking aloud.
[C] Closely monitoring the flight instruments to control the airplane.
[D] Increasing the breathing rate in order to increase lung ventilation.
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106 If an individual has gone scuba diving which has not required a controlled
ascent and will be flying to cabin pressure altitudes of 8,000 feet or less, the
recommended waiting time is at least:
[A] 24 hours.
[B] 12 hours.
[C] 4 hours.
[D] 48 hours.
107 If an individual has gone scuba diving which has required a controlled ascent
and will be flying to cabin pressure altitudes of 8,000 feet or less, the
recommended waiting time is at least:
[A] 48 hours.
[B] 4 hours.
[C] 12 hours.
[D] 24 hours.
109 What preparation should a pilot make to adapt the eyes for night flying?
[A] Avoid bright white lights at least 30 minutes before the flight.
[B] Wear sunglasses after sunset until ready for flight.
[C] Avoid red lights at least 30 minutes before the flight.
[D] Stay in the dark room at least 60 minutes before the flight.
111 What is the most effective way to use the eyes during night flight?
[A] Increase intensity of interior lighting.
[B] Look only at far away, dim lights.
[C] Concentrate directly on each object for a few seconds.
[D] Scan slowly to permit off-center viewing.
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112 The most effective technique to use for detecting other aircraft at night is:
[A] To avoid staring directly at the point where another aircraft is suspected to be flying.
[B] Turn the head and sweep the eyes rapidly over the entire visible region.
[C] Avoid scanning the region below the horizon so as to avoid the effect on ground light on
the eyes.
[D] Look at far away and scan slowly.
113 The best method to use when looking for other traffic at night is to:
[A] Look to the side of the object and scan rapidly.
[B] Scan the visual field very rapidly.
[C] Look to the side of the object and scan slowly.
[D] Avoid scanning the region below the horizon so as to avoid the effect on ground light on
the eyes.
115 Which technique should a pilot use to scan for traffic to the right and left during
straight-and-level flight?
[A] Systematically focus on different segments of the sky for short intervals.
[B] Continuous sweeping of the windshield from right to left.
[C] Concentrate on relative movement detected in the peripheral vision area.
[D] Look at far away and scan slowly.
116 What effect does haze have on the ability to see traffic or terrain features during
flight?
[A] All traffic or terrain features appear to be closer than their actual distance.
[B] Haze causes the eyes to focus at infinity.
[C] The eyes tend to overwork in haze and do not detect relative movement easily.
[D] All traffic or terrain features appear to be farther away than their actual distance.
117 A state of temporary confusion resulting from misleading information being sent
to the brain by various sensory organs is defined as:
[A] Hypoxia.
[B] Hyperventilation.
[C] Spatial disorientation.
[D] Monochromatism.
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120 The danger of spatial disorientation during flight in poor visual conditions may
be reduced by:
[A] Having faith in the instruments rather than taking a chance on the sensory organs.
[B] Shifting the eyes quickly between the exterior visual field and the instrument panel.
[C] Leaning the body in the opposite direction of the motion of the aircraft.
[D] Systematically focus on different segments of the sky for short intervals.
123 Who has the final responsibility whether a pilot is fit to fly for a particular flight,
even though he or she holds a current medical certificate?
[A] The ATC.
[B] The medical examiner.
[C] The FA-1.
[D] The pilot.
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124 What is the one common factor which affects most preventable accidents?
[A] Mechanical malfunction.
[B] Human error.
[C] Structural failure.
[D] Opponents error.
127 The positive three-step process in the exchange of flight controls between pilots
includes these
verbal steps: (a) You have the flight controls, (b) I have the flight controls, and c)
____.
[A] You have the flight controls.
[B] I have the aircraft.
[C] I have the flight controls.
[D] I have the aircraft and the flight controls.
128 Risk management, as a part of aeronautical decision making ADM process, relies
on which features to reduce the risk associated with each flight?
[A] Situational awareness, problem recognition, and good judgment.
[B] Application of stress management and risk element procedures.
[C] The mental process of analyzing all information in a particular situation and making a
timely decision on what action to take.
[D] All answers are correct.
129 Hazardous attitudes occur to every pilot to some degree at some time. What are
some of these hazardous attitudes?
[A] All answers are correct.
[B] Poor risk management and lack of stress management.
[C] Poor situational awareness, snap judgments, and lack of a decision making process.
[D] Antiauthority, impulsivity, macho, resignation, and invulnerability.
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130 In the aeronautical decision making (ADM) process, what is the first step in
neutralizing a hazardous attitude?
[A] Making a rational judgment.
[B] Recognizing hazardous thoughts.
[C] Recognizing the invulnerability of the situation.
[D] Minimize the damages.
131 What is the antidote when a pilot has a hazardous attitude, such as
"impulsivity"?
[A] I don't care.
[B] It could happen to me.
[C] Do it quickly to get it over with.
[D] Not so fast, think first.
132 What is the antidote when a pilot has a hazardous attitude, such as
"Antiauthority"?
[A] I don't care.
[B] Rules do not apply in this situation.
[C] I know what I am doing.
[D] Follow the rules.
133 What is the antidote when a pilot has the hazardous attitude of "invulnerability"?
[A] I don't care.
[B] It can not be that bad.
[C] It will not happen to me.
[D] It could happen to me.
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136 "Error" is a generic term which describes all those occasions when a series of
mental or physical activities do not achieve their intended effect. Now, complete
the following statement. Errors:
[A] Are isolated with no further consequence or influence.
[B] May be isolated or cumulative.
[C] Are cumulative, one error leads to a second, which leads to a third etc.
[D] Are always part of the error chain.
139 A person may not act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft if alcoholic beverages
have been consumed by that person within the preceding:
[A] 24 hours.
[B] 12 hours.
[C] 8 hours.
[D] 48 hours.
140 An illusion, that an aircraft is at a higher altitude than it actually is, is produced
by:
[A] Upsloping terrain.
[B] Downsloping terrain.
[C] Atmospheric haze.
[D] Wide runway.
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142 Which of the following are terms generally used to describe a type or types of
memory within the subject of Human Performance and Limitations?
[A] Felicitous memory.
[B] Sensitive memory.
[C] Long-term memory.
[D] All of them.
143 The outer, middle and inner ear are filled with:
[A] Air, liquid, and liquid, respectively.
[B] Air, air, and liquid, respectively.
[C] Liquid, air, and air, respectively.
[D] Liquid, liquid, and air, respectively.
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147 In order to see a sharp image of an oncoming aircraft which has been detected
by the eye, a pilot should:
[A] Blink several times to make the image clearer.
[B] Look to one side of the oncoming aircraft.
[C] Commence a systematic scan of the airspace in front of him.
[D] Look directly at the oncoming aircraft.
151 High blood pressure, heart diseases and diabetes are related to:
[A] Anorexia nervosa.
[B] Obesity.
[C] Lack of oxygen.
[D] Cholera.
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154 Learning to fly can be stressful because the student pilot is in situation without a
fully control. The most likely symptom of stress is:
[A] Nervousness, muscle tension and attention issues.
[B] The sense of hunger, sleepiness and optical illusions.
[C] Sleepiness, the rise of smoking and drinking.
[D] Rough handling of the aircraft and general confusion.
156 Which of the following goes through the capillaries thin walls?
[A] Proteins.
[B] Red blood cells.
[C] Gases.
[D] Water.
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050
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4 The layer closest to the earth's surface where the majority of weather is found is
called?
[A] Stratosphere.
[B] Tropopause.
[C] Troposphere.
[D] Mesosphere.
5 The temperature at 2000ft above mean sea level is forecast to be 5°C; compared
to the ICAO Standard Atmosphere (ISA) this is:
[A] ISA +5.
[B] IAS +6.
[C] ISA -6.
[D] IAS -6.
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6 What is the name of the instrument which gives a continuous printed reading
and record of the atmospheric pressure?
[A] Barometer.
[B] Barograph.
[C] Hygrometer.
[D] Anemograph.
9 A line drawn on a chart joining places having the same barometric pressure at
the same level and at the same time is?
[A] An isohypse.
[B] An isotherm.
[C] An isallobar.
[D] An isobar.
10 Compared to ISA, what does warm air do to the distance represented by a 1 hpa
change in pressure?
[A] Impossible to determine.
[B] Decreases it.
[C] Nothing.
[D] Increases it.
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15 Under what conditions would density be the least at any given place?
[A] Low altitude, high temperature and high humidity.
[B] High altitude, high temperature and high humidity.
[C] High altitude, high temperature and low humidity.
[D] Low altitude, low temperature and low humidity.
16 Consider the following statements about air density and select the one which is
correct?
[A] At any given surface temperature the air density will be greater in anticyclonic conditions
than it will be when the mean sea level pressure is lower.
[B] Because air density increases with a decrease of temperature, air density must increase
with increase of height in the International Standard Atmosphere (ISA).
[C] Air density increases with an increase of relative humidity.
[D] The effect of change of temperature on the air density is much greater than the effect of
change of atmospheric pressure.
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20 During the winter months, which of the following weather conditions would most
likely be produced by an anticyclone?
[A] During the night, as the land cools, there would be an increase in the vertical cloud
development.
[B] Subsidence due to surface cooling creating extensive cloud.
[C] During the day, the surface warming would create an unstable atmosphere with extensive
convective cloud.
[D] General subsidence with adiabatic warming, clear skies, and an inversion.
22 An area of indeterminate pressure between two lows and two highs is called:
[A] A trough.
[B] A col.
[C] A ridge.
[D] A saddle.
23 The method by which energy is transferred from one body to another with which
it is in contact is called:
[A] Latent heat.
[B] Radiation.
[C] Convection.
[D] Conduction.
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24 The sun gives out ____ amounts of energy with ____ wavelengths. The earth
gives out relatively ____ amounts of energy with relatively ____ wavelengths:
[A] Large / large / small / small
[B] Large / small / small / large
[C] Small / small / large / large
[D] Large / large / small / large
25 An inversion is when:
[A] There is no horizontal gradient of temperature.
[B] There is an increase of temperature as height increases.
[C] There is no change of temperature with height.
[D] There is a decrease of temperature as height Increases.
29 When an altimeter sub scale is set to the aerodrome QFE, the altimeter reads:
[A] The appropriate altitude of the aircraft.
[B] The elevation of the aerodrome at the aerodrome reference point.
[C] The pressure altitude at the aerodrome reference point.
[D] Zero at the aerodrome reference point.
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31 An aircraft flies at a constant indicated altitude from airfield A (QNH 1009 hPa) to
airfield B (QNH 1019 hPa). If the subscale is not reset from 1009, what would be
expected when over airfield B:
[A] Indicated altitude to be more than actual altitude.
[B] Indicated altitude to be the same as actual altitude.
[C] Indicated altitude to be less than actual altitude.
[D] Indicated altitude may be greater or less depending on the airfield elevation.
32 An aircraft flies from aerodrome "A", where QNH is given as 1020 hPa, to
aerodrome "B", where the QNH is given as 999 hPa. Aerodrome "A" is 800ft
above mean sea level and aerodrome "B" is 500ft above mean sea level. If the
altimeter sub scale is not changed from 1020, what is the altimeter indication on
landing? (ASSUME 1 hPa = 30ft)
[A] 1.430 ft.
[B] 1.130 ft.
[C] 130 ft.
[D] 100 ft.
33 You experience a constant drift to the right when flying over Europe at a
constant indicated altitude. If the altimeter subscale is not updated, this will
result in?
[A] Flying at a progressively higher true altitude.
[B] Flying at a progressively lower true altitude.
[C] Flying at a progressively lower indicated altitude.
[D] Flying at a progressively higher indicated altitude.
34 You are flying at a constant indicated altitude with the QNH of 1015 set within the
subscale and you notice the outside air temperature has been falling constantly.
What can you expect to have happened to your true altitude?
[A] Increased.
[B] Decreased.
[C] Remained the same.
[D] Increased then decreased.
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36 When condensation takes place, the higher the temperature the ____ the amount
of latent heat ____:
[A] Lesser / released
[B] Greater / released
[C] Greater / absorbed
[D] Lesser / absorbed
37 Wet bulb temperature would normally be lower than dry bulb temperature
because:
[A] Latent heat is absorbed by the bulb thermometer.
[B] Condensation causes a release of latent heat.
[C] Evaporation causes cooling on the wet bulb thermometer.
[D] Of condensation on the muslin wick of the bulb.
40 During a night with a clear sky, surface temperature will ____, relative humidity
will ____ and dewpoint will ____.
[A] Fall / Rise / Rise.
[B] Fall / Rise / Remain the same.
[C] Rise / Rise / Fall.
[D] Fall / Fall / Remain the same.
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41 Which of the processes listed below can cause air to become saturated?
[A] Condensation.
[B] Melting.
[C] Evaporation.
[D] Heating.
42 Given an atmospheric situation where the relative humidity is 60% and the ELR
is less than the DALR, if air is forced to rise it will be:
[A] Unstable and will carry on rising.
[B] Stable and will tend to regain its former position.
[C] Stable and will carry on rising.
[D] Unstable and will tend to regain its former position.
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48 A light aircraft flying at low level near a mountain range across which a strong
wind is blowing may expect:
1. Severe turbulence below or within any rotor zone.
2. Down-draughts which may exceed the climb rate of the aircraft.
3. A greater than normal risk of icing in the cloud over the crest mountain.
4. Lenticular cloud
[A] Only 1, 2 and 4 are correct.
[B] Only 1 and 3 are correct.
[C] Only 1 and 2 are correct.
[D] 1,2, 3 and 4 are correct.
49 One or more coloured rings around the sun or moon may indicate the presence
of which type of cloud?
[A] Cumulus.
[B] High.
[C] Altostratus.
[D] Cirrocumulus.
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52 From the list below, select the Low, Medium and High clouds in ascending order.
[A] Nimbostratus, Cumulonimbus, Cirrus.
[B] Stratus, Altocumulus, Cirrus.
[C] Altostratus, Altocumulus, Cirrus.
[D] Cirrus, Cumulonimbus, Stratus.
55 Unstable air is forced to rise up the side of a mountain. What weather might you
expect to see on the windward slopes?
[A] Thick stratiform cloud, probably nimbostratus.
[B] Cloud of extensive vertical development.
[C] None, as the air will subside and warm adiabatically after passing over the summit.
[D] Cap clouds with possible altocumulus lenticularis.
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59 During the ____ stage of a thunderstorm ceil, the cloud contains ____. Complete
the above statement choosing one of the following combinations of words:
[A] Initial /up currents and down currents.
[B] Mature / up currents and down currents.
[C] Dissipating / up currents and down currents.
[D] Initial / down currents only.
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66 The wind at 2000ft over an aerodrome was reported at 330/15kt. Using the rule of
thumb, what might you expect the surface wind to be?
[A] 305/30 kt.
[B] 305/07 kt.
[C] 355/30 kt.
[D] 315/30 kt.
67 Coriolis force in the Northern Hemisphere will cause moving air to be apparently
deflected to:
[A] The left and cause the geostrophic wind to blow parallel to the isobars at about 2.000ft
agl.
[B] The right and cause the geostrophic wind to blow parallel to the isobars at about 2.000ft
agl.
[C] The left and cause the wind to blow slightly across the isobars at about 2.000ft agl.
[D] The right and cause the wind to blow slightly across the isobars at about 2.000ft agl.
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68 Winds that blow around an anticyclone (high pressure system) at lower levels in
the Northern Hemisphere are represented on a low level chart as blowing in:
[A] A cyclonic direction.
[B] A clockwise direction if it is warm air and anticlockwise if it is cold air.
[C] An anticlockwise direction.
[D] A clockwise direction.
69 Low level winds in the northern hemisphere that blow around a depression are
drawn on surface weather charts in?
[A] An anticlockwise direction.
[B] A clockwise direction.
[C] An anticyclonic direction.
[D] Either clockwise or anticlockwise depending on whether the depression is cyclonic or
anticyclonic.
71 A low level mist layer significantly reduces forward visibility when flying at about
2000ft. To improve your forward visibility you should?
[A] Fly lower.
[B] Fly higher.
[C] Fly just on top of the mist layer.
[D] Turn on your landing lights and strobe lights.
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73 Over an inland airfield radiation fog is reported in the morning. As the wind
speed increases to 10 kt what would you expect:
[A] The fog to dissipate.
[B] The fog to thicken.
[C] The fog to lift and form low stratus.
[D] An increase in mixing, allowing more fog to develop.
75 If a cloudy, granular type of ice is seen to collect and protrude forward from the
leading edge of the aerofoil, what type of ice would it most likely be?
[A] Rain ice.
[B] Clear ice.
[C] Rime ice.
[D] Hoar ice.
76 What will normally happen to the surface wind direction following the passage of
a warm front?
[A] Back.
[B] Stay constant.
[C] Veer.
[D] Veer then back.
77 The extent of rainfall ahead of a typical warm front may be up to a distance of:
[A] 50 miles ahead of the surface position of the warm front.
[B] 200 miles ahead of the surface position of the warm front.
[C] 500 miles ahead of the surface position of the warm front.
[D] 2 miles ahead of the surface position of the warm front.
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80 What would be the change in weather following the passage of a typical warm
front?
[A] Pressure falls, 8 oktas of cloud with a lowering base and improving visibility
[B] Pressure increases steadily, no more than 4 oktas of cloud, and good visibility.
[C] Pressure stops falling, 4 oktas of cloud with a very low base and rapidly improving
visibility.
[D] . Pressure falls, 8 oktas of cloud with a lowering base and poor visibility.
81 What is the main reason water can exist in a liquid state even though the
temperature is sub zero?
[A] No condensation nuclei.
[B] No freezing nuclei.
[C] Water takes a long time to cool to below zero degrees.
[D] Water is hygroscopic.
82 You are flying above the freezing level in the cold air just ahead of a warm front.
If rain were to fall in this area, what kind of icing might you expect?
[A] Rime ice.
[B] Carburettor ice.
[C] Rain or clear ice.
[D] Hoar frost.
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88 In the METAR shown below, the cloud base has been omitted. At what height
might you expect the cloud base to be if cumulus cloud was present?
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90 Which of the following correctly decodes a TAF that reads: LYBE 161100Z
1612/1712 VRB08KT9999 SCT025?
[A] Observed at 1612 UTC; the surface wind was variable in direction and speed; with a
visibility of 10km, and a cloud base of 2.500ft above ground level.
[B] Valid from 1612 to 1712 UTC; surface wind variable at 8kt; visibility 10nm or more; with a
cloud base of 2.500ft above mean sea level.
[C] Observed at 1611UTC; the surface wind was variable in direction and speed; averaging
8kt: with a visibility of 10km or more, and a cloud base of 2.500ft above aerodrome level.
[D] Valid from 1200 Hr on the 16 of the month to 1200 Hr on the 17 of the month; surface
wind will be variable in direction at 8kt with a visibility of 10km or more; 3to4 oktas of
cloud with a base of 2.500ft above the aerodrome.
92 What does this symbol represent on a forecast chart? (See PPL(A) 050-03)
[A] Severe turbulence.
[B] Thunderstorms.
[C] Severe icing.
[D] Severe mountain waves.
93 What does this symbol represent on a forecast chart? (See PPL(A) 050-04)
[A] Thunderstorms.
[B] Severe turbulence.
[C] Severe mountain waves.
[D] Severe icing.
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99 VOLMETS are?
[A] Air to ground radio transmissions on HF and SVHF.
[B] Air to ground radio transmissions on HF and VHF.
[C] Ground to air radio transmissions on HF and VHF.
[D] Ground to air radio transmissions on LF and VHF.
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102 In the ATIS broadcast, what is used to identify the current report?
[A] A validity time.
[B] A number.
[C] An alphabetical code.
[D] An issue time.
104 What air temperature may we expect at 7000 ft if the air temperature at 1500 ft is
15°C?
[A] -2°C.
[B] +3°C.
[C] 0°C.
[D] +4°C.
105 What wind represents depicted symbol from meteorological charts? (See PPL(A)
050-05)
[A] South wind at 15 knots.
[B] North wind at 60 knots.
[C] West wind at 60 knots.
[D] East wind at 15 knots.
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106 Every physical process of weather is accompanied by, or is the result of, a:
[A] Humidity differential.
[B] Pressure differential.
[C] Movement of air.
[D] Heat exchange.
108 The most frequent type of ground or surface-based temperature inversion is that
which is produced by:
[A] Terrestrial radiation on a clear, relatively still night.
[B] The movement of colder air under warm air, or the movement of warm air over cold air.
[C] Warm air being lifted rapidly aloft in the vicinity of mountainous terrain.
[D] Terrestrial radiation on a cloudy, relatively windy night.
109 The amount of water vapor which air can hold depends on the:
[A] Dewpoint.
[B] Stability of the air.
[C] Air temperature.
[D] Air pressure.
110 What is the approximate airfield dewpoint if the surface air temperature is 20 °C
and the reported base of the cumulus clouds is 1100m above the airfield level?
[A] -3°C.
[B] 5°C.
[C] 7°C.
[D] 11°C.
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112 What types clouds usually accompany the passage of a warm front?
[A] CI, CC, NS, CB.
[B] CC, AC, CU, CB.
[C] CI, CS, AS, NS.
[D] CC, SC, ST, NS.
115 What is the approximate base of cumulus clouds if the surface air temperature is
27°C and the dewpoint is 15°C?
[A] 1.000m.
[B] 1.500m.
[C] 2.000m.
[D] 2.700m.
116 What approximate base of cumulus clouds should be expected if the surface air
dewpoint is 5°C and the forcasted daily maximum temperature is 25°C?
[A] 2.800m.
[B] 2.500m.
[C] 2.000m.
[D] 1.500m.
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119 There is thunderstorm activity in the vicinity of an airport at which you plan to
land, which hazardous atmospheric phenomenon might be expected on the
landing approach?
[A] Steady rain.
[B] Windshear.
[C] Precipitation static.
[D] Light showers.
122 In which environment is aircraft structural ice most likely to have the highest
accumulation rate?
[A] Freezing drizzle.
[B] Freezing rain.
[C] Cumulus clouds with below freezing temperatures.
[D] Fog, temperature -25°C.
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123 What type of precipitations was observed accordingly to the following METAR
report?
124 What was the ceiling of the lowest cloud layer accordingly to the following
METAR report?
125 Accordingly to the code which of the following METAR reports could be partially
abbreviated by CAVOK (minimum sector altitude 4000 ft)?
[A] 27019G37KT 9999 BKN050 18/14 Q1016 NOSIG=
[B] 34004KT 7000 MIFG SCT260 09/08 Q1019 NOSIG=
[C] 00000KT 0100 FG VV001 11/11 Q1025 BECMG 0500=
[D] 26012KT 8000 -SHRA BKN025TCU 16/12 Q1018 NOSIG=
126 What kind of weather is forecast for the period after 12:00 UTC?
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NAVIGATION
060
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1 What is the angle of inclination of the Earth's axis to its orbital plane?
[A] 23,5°
[B] 66,5°
[C] 90°
[D] 33,5°
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9 Which of the following statements, regarding rotation of the Earth around the
Sun, is correct? The Earth:
[A] Encircles the Sun in one day.
[B] Encircles the Sun one time during summer and one time during winter.
[C] Does not circle around the Sun because it is stationary with the Sun circling around it.
[D] Encircles the Sun in one year.
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13 The shortest distance between two points on the Earth's globe is called:
[A] Great circle.
[B] Lambodrome.
[C] Rhumb line.
[D] Small circle.
16 How many Great Circles (orthodroms) can be determined on the Earth's surface?
[A] 360.
[B] 90.
[C] 180.
[D] An infinite number.
17 The Great Circle on the Earth's globe is the cross-section of the Earth's surface
and the plane passing through:
[A] Any two points on the Earth's surface; the cross-section with the Earth's surface is the
shortest distance between these points.
[B] The center of the Earth and is always rectangular to the Earth's axis.
[C] The center of the Earth and is always oblique to the Earth's axis.
[D] The center of the Earth and is tilt to the Earth's axis at any angle.
18 Which of the following circles on the Earth's globe does not have the center at
the Earth's center?
[A] Great Circle.
[B] Orthodrom.
[C] Small Circle.
[D] Equator.
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20 Which circles, forming the graticule, are at the same time Great Circles and
Rhumb Lines?
[A] Parallel of latitude only.
[B] Meridians and equator.
[C] Meridians only.
[D] Equator only.
22 What time is needed for the Sun's azimuth to change by 27 arc degrees?
[A] 135 minutes.
[B] 30 minutes.
[C] 90 minutes.
[D] 108 minutes.
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25 An aircraft over Helsinki is headed exactly to the south. It is 1200 UTC. What is
the Relative bearing of the Sun?
[A] Exactly straight-in.
[B] Right of the aircraft's nose.
[C] Left of the aircraft's nose.
[D] May be left or right of the aircraft's nose, with regard to the season.
26 The geographic latitude is the distance of a point on the Earth's surface from the:
[A] Prime Meridian, measured in arc degrees.
[B] Equator, measured in statute miles.
[C] Equator, measured in arc degrees.
[D] Prime Meridian, measured in geographic miles.
28 What is the difference between the latitude of the point A and the point B, which
are located on following parallels of latitude:
A: 15° 54' 30" N
B: 10° 33' 30" S
[A] 25° 27' 00".
[B] 05° 21' 00".
[C] 26° 28' 00".
[D] 05° 28' 00".
29 Determine the latitude of the point B, located 240 NM north of the point A with
the latitude 62° 33' 00" N.
[A] 66° 33' 00" N.
[B] 58° 33' 00" N.
[C] 86° 33' 00" N.
[D] 64° 33' 00" N.
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30 The distance between the parallel of latitude 10°N and the parallel of latitude
11°N, measured along the meridian, is:
[A] 60 SM.
[B] 111 km.
[C] 60 km.
[D] 111 NM.
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39 The formula for a quick calculation from kilometres to nautical miles is:
[A] (km x 2) - 22%.
[B] (km : 2) + 10%.
[C] (km : 2) - 10%.
[D] (km x 2) - 10%.
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43 On a chart, 6 cm represents the distance 15 km. What is the scale of the chart?
[A] 1 : 300 000.
[B] 1 : 250 000.
[C] 1 : 400 000.
[D] 1 : 500 000.
44 The scale of the chart is 1:500 000. How many centimetres represents the
distance 105km?
[A] 21.0 cm.
[B] 10.5 cm.
[C] 42.0 cm.
[D] 84.0 cm.
46 The scale of the chart is 1:300 000. How many centimetres represents the
distance 54km?
[A] 18 cm.
[B] 36 cm.
[C] 1.8 cm.
[D] 7 cm.
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47 The scale of the chart is 1:300 000. How many centimetres represents the
distance 210km?
[A] 6,3cm.
[B] 63cm.
[C] 70cm.
[D] 7cm.
48 The scale of the chart is 1:500 000. How many centimetres represents the
distance 100 NM?
[A] 41 cm.
[B] 31 cm.
[C] 39 cm.
[D] 37 cm.
49 The distance between the points ALFA and BRAVO is 107 NM. If an aircraft
covers first 16 NM in 10 minutes, what time does it take to travel the entire route
ALFA-BRAVO with the same groundspeed?
[A] 59 minutes.
[B] 1 hour and 3 minutes.
[C] 1 hour and 1 minute.
[D] 1 hour and 6 minutes.
50 How far will an aircraft travel with 32 gal of usable fuel with fuel consumption 7,1
gal/h at the groundspeed 108 kts? (Allow 1-hour final reserve fuel)
[A] 420 NM.
[B] 384 NM.
[C] 379 NM.
[D] 487 NM.
51 How far will an aircraft travel with 27 gal of usable fuel with fuel consumption 6,8
gal/h at the groundspeed 93 kts? (Allow 6-gallons final reserve fuel)
[A] 301 NM.
[B] 292 NM.
[C] 287 NM.
[D] 308 NM.
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52 How many gallons of usable fuel should be on board of an aircraft for a distance
flight of 300 NM at the groundspeed 120 kts and average fuel consumption 7,3
gal/h? (Allow 1-hour fuel reserve).
[A] 25.6 gal.
[B] 15.0 gal.
[C] 18.3 gal.
[D] 21.4 gal.
55 On a chart we read the obstacle altitude 275 meters. Regarding the rule of height
clearance 1.000 feet over obstacles, what is the lowest altitude for overflying the
obstacle?
[A] 1,230 ft.
[B] 2,230 ft.
[C] 2,130 ft.
[D] 1,900 ft.
57 Approximately what QNH pressure corresponds to the QFE pressure 1000 hPa
on an airfield with the elevation 200 meters?
[A] 1035 hPa.
[B] 985 hPa.
[C] 990 hPa.
[D] 1025 hPa.
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65 The distance of the route from the point X to the point Y via the control point Z is
84 km. If an aircraft covers the first segment X-Z (35 km) in 50 minutes, what will
be the total time of flight between the points X and Y?
[A] 50 minutes.
[B] 45 minutes.
[C] 2 hours.
[D] 1 hour and 10 minutes.
66 How far will an aircraft travel in 2 minutes and 30 seconds with a groundspeed of
98 knots?
[A] 2,55 NM.
[B] 2,45 NM.
[C] 3,35 NM.
[D] 4,08 NM.
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74 The angle between a direction toward geographic north and a direction toward
magnetic north is called:
[A] Inclination.
[B] Compass deviation.
[C] Variation.
[D] Convergency of meridians.
75 The magnetic variation value of a given point on the Earth's surface can be
obtained by:
[A] Referring to the isogonic lines on aeronautical charts.
[B] Referring to the table of magnetic variation in the cockpit.
[C] Calculating the angular difference between the meridian of a given point and the
Greenwich meridian.
[D] Calculating the difference between magnetic and compass heading.
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81 Is it possible for a desired true track, true heading and actual true track to have
the same value?
[A] No, in no case.
[B] Yes.
[C] Yes, because these values are always equal.
[D] This is possible only when flying in north or south direction.
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85 As shown by ADF A, the relative bearing TO the station is (see PPL(A) 060-05):
[A] 210°.
[B] 030°.
[C] 240°.
[D] 060°.
86 As shown by ADF B, the relative bearing TO the station is (see PPL(A) 060-05):
[A] 235°.
[B] 190°.
[C] 315°.
[D] 055°.
87 As shown by ADF D, the relative bearing TO the station is (see PPL(A) 060-06):
[A] 160°.
[B] 020°.
[C] 060°.
[D] 340°.
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88 As shown by ADF E, the relative bearing TO the station is (see PPL(A) 060-06):
[A] 045°.
[B] 315°.
[C] 180°.
[D] 135°.
89 As shown by ADF F, the relative bearing TO the station is (see PPL(A) 060-06):
[A] 090°.
[B] 180°.
[C] 270°.
[D] 360°.
90 As shown by ADF G, the relative bearing TO the station is (see PPL(A) 060-06):
[A] 090°.
[B] 180°.
[C] 270°.
[D] 360°.
91 As shown by ADF A, the magnetic bearing TO the station is (see PPL(A) 060-05):
[A] 180°.
[B] 030°.
[C] 210°.
[D] 090°.
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96 What is the magnetic bearing FROM the station of an aircraft with an ADF
indication, depicted in figure A? (see PPL(A) 060-05):
[A] 210°.
[B] 150°.
[C] 180°.
[D] 030°.
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100 If the magnetic bearing of an aircraft TO the station is 240°, what is the magnetic
heading if the ADF indicator corresponds to the figure J? (see PPL(A) 060-06):
[A] 195°.
[B] 045°.
[C] 105°.
[D] 015°.
101 If the magnetic bearing of an aircraft TO the station is 030°, what is the magnetic
heading if the ADF indicator corresponds to the figure K? (see PPL(A) 060-06):
[A] 090°.
[B] 060°.
[C] 270°.
[D] 120°.
102 If the magnetic bearing of an aircraft TO the station is 135°, what is the magnetic
heading if the ADF indicator corresponds to the figure L? (see PPL(A) 060-06):
[A] 270°.
[B] 135°.
[C] 360°.
[D] 315°.
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106 To track outbound on the 180 radial of a VOR station, the recommended
procedure is to set the OBS to:
[A] 180° and make heading corrections toward the CDI needle.
[B] 360° and make heading corrections toward the CDI needle.
[C] 180° and make heading corrections away from the CDI needle.
[D] 360° and make heading corrections away from the CDI needle.
107 To track inbound on the 215 radial of a VOR station, the recommended
procedure is to set the OBS to:
[A] 215° and make heading corrections toward the CDI needle.
[B] 035° and make heading corrections toward the CDI needle.
[C] 215° and make heading corrections away from the CDI needle.
[D] 035° and make heading corrections away from the CDI needle.
108 With a VOR/ILS receiver set to a VOR frequency, how many degrees does full
deflection of a CDI to one side represent?
[A] 20°.
[B] 5°.
[C] 10°.
[D] 15°.
109 An aircraft 60 miles from a VOR station has a CDI indication one-fifth deflection,
this represents a course centerline deviation of approximately:
[A] 3 miles.
[B] 6 miles.
[C] 1 mile.
[D] 2 miles.
110 Which airplane(s) correspond(s) to the VOR indicator V? (see PPL(A) 060-07)
[A] Airplane 2 only.
[B] Airplane 6 only.
[C] Airplanes 5 and 8.
[D] Airplanes 1 and 3.
111 Which airplane(s) correspond(s) to the VOR indicator X? (see PPL(A) 060-07)
[A] Airplanes 3 and 7.
[B] Airplanes 1 and 3.
[C] Airplane 7 only.
[D] Airplanes 1 and 2.
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112 Which airplane(s) correspond(s) to the VOR indicator U? (see PPL(A) 060-07)
[A] Airplane 6 only.
[B] Airplanes 1 and 2.
[C] Airplane 2 only.
[D] Airplane 5 only.
117 What is the DME reading if an aircraft is directly over a VOR/DME station at the
altitude of 6.000 ft AGL?
[A] 0.
[B] 1.
[C] 1,3.
[D] 0,5.
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120 Waypoints data in a GPS database (with the exception of users waypoints) could
be updated by:
[A] A respective software house only.
[B] A pilot, however when in-flight only.
[C] A pilot on ground only, when the device is stationary.
[D] A Part-145 licenced maintenance facility only.
121 A CDI deviation needle on the GPS electronic screen in the cockpit shows a
deviation from the desired track in:
[A] Time units.
[B] Arc degrees.
[C] Arc degrees or distance units, depends on pilot's discretion.
[D] Distance units.
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123 Which map datum should be selected at GPS initialization if flying in Finland?
[A] EUROPE.
[B] WGS84.
[C] NAD83.
[D] EUREF-FIN.
126 Meridians:
[A] Creates squares with parallel of latitudes.
[B] Are right-angled with parallel of latitudes.
[C] Are parallel to each other.
[D] Are either northern or southern.
127 The scale of the chart is 1:500 000. How many centimeters represents the
distance 5km?
[A] 1.0 mm.
[B] 1.0 cm.
[C] 0.5 cm.
[D] 2.5 cm.
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129 It's 01.51 on Christmas Eve in Finland, what is the Co-ordinated Universal Time
(UTC)?
[A] 00.51.
[B] 23.51.
[C] 01.51.
[D] 03.51.
130 True course is 055°, wind 310° / 25 kts, variation 6 °W and aircraft is flying with a
true airspeed of 113 kts.
131 True course is 040°, wind 310° / 25 kts, variation 6 °W and aircraft is flying with a
true airspeed of 113 kts.
133 True course is 125°, wind 010° / 25 kts, true airspeed 95 kts and variation 5 °E.
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135 What is the total flight time when aircrafts ground speed is 106 kts and the
distance is 216 NM.
[A] 2h 02min.
[B] 29min.
[C] 2h 56min.
[D] 3h 24min.
136 It's 02.30 in the summer in Finland, what is the Co-ordinated Universal Time
(UTC)?
[A] 04.30.
[B] 00.30.
[C] 23.30.
[D] 05.30.
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145 TAS is 80 kts, the wind correction angle is +19° and headwind component is 20
kts.
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OPERATIONAL
PROCEDURES
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An accident must be reported if, between the time that anyone boards an aircraft
to go flying and until everyone has left it:
[A] The aircraft is completely inaccessible or missing.
[B] Anyone is killed or seriously injured while in or on the aircraft.
[C] The aircraft incurs damage or structural failure.
[D] A passenger dies from natural causes.
2 In establishing noise preferential routes, turns during takeoff and climb should
not be required unless the aircraft has reached:
[A] 500ft above terrain or the highest obstacles under the flight path.
[B] 1.000 ft above terrain or the highest obstacles under the flight path.
[C] 1.500 ft above terrain or the highest obstacles under the flight path.
[D] 2.000 ft above terrain or the highest obstacles under the flight path.
3 It's the pilot's responsibility to ensure that the aircraft is properly equipped for
the planned flight. If there is any doubt the pilot should consult:
[A] Minimum Equipment List.
[B] Certificate of Airworthiness.
[C] Certificate of Maintenance Review.
[D] Pilot's Operating Handbook.
4 Before flight it is the pilot's responsibility to check that the aircraft is properly
registered, is airworthy and has been maintained properly. To this end he must
check a variety of documents. Which one of the following is not required to be
checked?
[A] Certificate of Airworthiness.
[B] Minimum Equipment List.
[C] Technical log.
[D] Third Party Insurance certificate.
5 All aircraft on the aircraft movement area of an aerodrome with engines running
are display lights to indicate this. Which one of the following is used for this
purpose?
[A] Landing light.
[B] Red anti-collision light.
[C] Navigation lights.
[D] Tail light.
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6 For night operation, airplanes and gliders must be equipped with the following
lights:
[A] Left wing tip: green light, right wing tip: red light, tail: white light.
[B] Right wing tip: green light, left wing tip: red light, tail: white light.
[C] Left wing tip: white light, right wing tip: white light, tail: red light.
[D] Left wing tip: white light, right wing tip: white light, tail: orange light.
7 In the course of a flight during daylight hours, a pilot notices that the aircraft's
anti-collision light has failed. What course of action should he take?
[A] Continue with the flight, as long as it can be completed in daylight, and get the light
repaired at the earliest opportunity.
[B] Land immediately at the nearest aerodrome.
[C] Land as soon as practically possible at the nearest suitable airfield.
[D] Return to his base airfield and declare the aircraft unserviceable until the light has been
repaired.
9 Official data regarding operating limitations and allowed mass of your aircraft
could be found in:
[A] Official Gazette of Civil Aviation Authority.
[B] Maintenance Log.
[C] Certificate of Airworthiness and in Certificate of Registration.
[D] Aircraft's Flight Manual.
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11 Which wind condition would be most critical when taxiing a nosewheel equipped
high-wing airplane?
[A] Quartering headwind.
[B] Direct crosswind.
[C] Quartering tailwind.
[D] Left quartering headwind.
12 How should the flight controls be deflected while taxiing a tailwheel aeroplane
with a strong tailwind?
[A] In neutral.
[B] Up.
[C] Down.
[D] Fully up.
14 How should the flight controls be held while taxiing a tricycle-gear equipped
airplane into a left quartering tailwind?
[A] Right aileron down, elevator neutral.
[B] Left aileron up, elevator neutral.
[C] Left aileron up, elevator down.
[D] Left aileron down, elevator down.
15 How should the flight controls be held while taxiing a tailwheel airplane with a
left quartering tailwind?
[A] Left aileron up, elevator neutral.
[B] Left aileron down, elevator down.
[C] Left aileron down, elevator neutral.
[D] Left aileron up, elevator neutral.
16 Which aileron position should a pilot generally use when taxiing in strong
quartering headwinds?
[A] Aileron up on the side from which the wind is blowing.
[B] Aileron down on the side from which the wind is blowing.
[C] Aileron neutral.
[D] No relevance.
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17 How should the flight controls be held while taxiing a tricycle-gear equipped
airplane into a left quartering headwind?
[A] Left aileron down, elevator neutral.
[B] Left aileron up, elevator neutral.
[C] Left aileron up, elevator down.
[D] Left aileron down, elevator up.
18 How should the flight controls be held while taxiing a tailwheel airplane into a
right quartering headwind?
[A] Right aileron up, elevator down.
[B] Right aileron down, elevator neutral.
[C] Right aileron up, elevator up.
[D] Right aileron up, elevator down.
19 To minimize the side loads placed on the landing gear during touchdown, the
pilot should keep the:
[A] Longitudinal axis of the aircraft parallel to the direction of its motion.
[B] Direction of motion of the aircraft parallel to the runway.
[C] Downwind wing lowered sufficiently to eliminate the tendency for the aircraft to drift.
[D] Upwind wing lowered sufficiently to eliminate the tendency for the aircraft to drift.
21 Can the downdraft air currents occurring as a result of wingtip vortices from a
heavier aircraft exceed the climb capability of a light aircraft?
[A] Yes, particularly behind large, heavy transport aircraft.
[B] Not normally.
[C] Occasionally, particularly in the vicinity of air pockets.
[D] Not.
22 What is the most likely cause of the dangerous turbulence behind heavy aircraft?
[A] Propeller blast.
[B] Wingtip vortices.
[C] Jet blast.
[D] Microburst.
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23 What precautions are required when stopping a light aircraft behind a heavy
aircraft that is stopped on the manoeuvring area?
[A] The light aircraft should be facing the large aircraft.
[B] The light aircraft should be stopped clear of the jet blast danger area.
[C] The light aircraft should face away from the large aircraft.
[D] The light aircraft should be no closer than 125 m from rear of large aircraft.
24 During a takeoff made behind a departing large jet airplane, the pilot can
minimize the hazard of wingtip vortices by:
[A] Being airborne prior to reaching the jet's flight path until able to turn clear of its wake.
[B] Maintaining extra speed on takeoff and climb out.
[C] Extending the takeoff roll and not rotating until well beyond the jet's rotation point.
[D] Request intersection takeoff, incase large jet airplane starts ground roll from runway end.
25 When landing behind a large aircraft, the pilot should avoid wake turbulence by
staying:
[A] Above the large aircraft's final approach flight path and landing beyond the large aircraft's
touchdown point.
[B] Below the large aircraft's final approach flight path and landing before the large aircraft's
touchdown point.
[C] Above the large aircraft's final approach flight path and landing before the large aircraft's
touchdown point.
[D] Below the large aircraft's final approach flight path and landing after the large aircraft's
touchdown point.
26 Which procedure should you follow to avoid wake turbulence if a large jet
crosses your course from left to right approximately 1 mile ahead and at your
altitude?
[A] Increase airspeed to VNE and maintain altitude and course.
[B] Slow your airspeed to VA and maintain altitude and course.
[C] Make sure you are slightly below the path of the jet and perpendicular to the course.
[D] Make sure you are slightly above the path of the jet.
27 How long will wake turbulence remain after the passage of a large aircraft?
[A] Two minutes.
[B] Five minutes or more; ATC permits two or three minutes separation.
[C] Three minutes.
[D] Less than four minutes.
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29 That portion of the runway identified by the letter A may be used for : (see
PPL(A) 070-01)
[A] Taxiing.
[B] Landing.
[C] Taxiing and landing.
[D] Taxiing and takeoff.
30 According to the airport diagram, which statement is true? (see PPL(A) 070-01)
[A] Takeoffs may be started at position A on Runway 12, and the landing portion of this
runway begins at position B.
[B] Runway 30 is equipped at position E with emergency arresting gear to provide means of
stopping military aircraft.
[C] The takeoff and landing portion of Runway 12 begins at position B.
[D] Takeoffs shall be started at position B on Runway 12, and the landing portion of this
runway begins at position A.
31 What is the difference between area A and area B on the airport depicted?: (see
PPL(A) 070-01)
[A] "A" may be used for takeoff only;
"E" may be used only for taxi only.
[B] "A" may be used for all operations except heavy aircraft landing;
"E" may be used for only as an overrun.
[C] "A" may be used on ly for taxiing;
"E" may be used for all operations except landings.
[D] "A" may be used for taxi and takeoff; "E" may be used only as an overrun.
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33 The arrows that appear on the end of the north/south runway indicate that the
area (see PPL(A) 070-02):
[A] Cannot be used for landing, but may be used for taxiing and takeoff.
[B] May be used only for taxiing.
[C] Is usable for taxiing, takeoff, and landing.
[D] Is unsuitable for aircraft operation.
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PRINCIPLES OF FLIGHT
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1 Density:
[A] Increases with altitude increase.
[B] Is unaffected by temperature change.
[C] Reduces with altitude increase.
[D] Reduces with temperature reduction.
4 When considering the changes in density of the air with altitude, which of the
following four options is correct?
[A] The reduction in pressure with increasing altitude causes density to reduce.
[B] The temperature increase with increasing altitude causes density to increase.
[C] The temperature reduction with increasing altitude causes density to increase.
[D] The increase in pressure with increasing altitude causes density to reduce.
5 Assuming that the pressure at sea level is ISA, but the temperature is 10 C
higher than ISA, the density will be:
[A] Greater than ISA.
[B] As per ISA.
[C] Less than ISA.
[D] Unaffected.
6 Air pressure:
[A] Acts only vertically downwards.
[B] Acts in all directions.
[C] Is measured in Pascals per square inch.
[D] Increases with altitude.
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7 In straight and level powered flight the following principal forces act on an
aircraft:
[A] Thrust, lift, drag, weight.
[B] Thrust, lift, weight.
[C] Thrust, lift, drag.
[D] Lift, drag, weight.
12 The air flow over the wing's upper surface in straight and level flight, when
compared with the airflow that is unaffected by the wing, will have:
[A] A higher density.
[B] A higher velocity.
[C] A reduced velocity.
[D] The same velocity.
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13 Which of the four answer options most correctly completes the sentence?
Increasing speed also increases lift because:
[A] The increased speed of the air passing over an aerofoil's upper surface decreases the
static pressure above the wing, thus creating a greater pressure differential across the
upper and lower surface.
[B] Lift is directly proportional to velocity.
[C] The increased velocity of the relative wind overcomes the increased drag.
[D] Increasing speed decreases drag.
14 An aircraft has a nose down pitching moment due to the lift/weight couple and a
nose up pitching moment due to the thrust/drag couple. When power is
increased:
[A] It will pitch nose down.
[B] It will pitch nose up.
[C] The couples both increase in magnitude but remain balanced.
[D] The couples both decrease in magnitude but remain balanced.
[D] The lift force generated by the wings always acts in the opposite direction to the aircraft's
weight.
16 In straight and level flight, the free stream airflow pressure, compared to that
flowing under the wing, is:
[A] Higher.
[B] Equal.
[C] Lower.
[D] Equal pressure but travelling faster.
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25 What must be the relationship between the forces acting on an aircraft in flight,
for that aircraft to be in a state of equilibrium?
[A] Lift must equal weight, and thrust must equal drag.
[B] Lift must equal drag, and thrust must equal weight.
[C] Lift must equal thrust plus drag.
[D] Lift must equal thrust, and weight must equal drag.
26 The smooth flow of air, where each molecule follows the path of the preceding
molecule, is a definition of:
[A] Turbulent flow.
[B] Laminar flow.
[C] Free stream flow.
[D] Wind.
27 In sub-sonic airflow, as air passes through a venturi, the mass flow ____ , the
velocity ____ and the static pressure ____ .
[A] Remains constant / increases then decreases / increases then decreases.
[B] Decreases then increases / remains constant / increases then decreases.
[C] Remains constant / increases then decreases / decreases then increases.
[D] Decreases then increases / increases then decreases / increases then decreases.
28 A moving mass of air possesses kinetic energy. An object placed in the path of
such a moving mass of air will be subject to:
[A] Dynamic pressure minus static pressure.
[B] Static Pressure.
[C] Dynamic pressure.
[D] Static pressure and dynamic pressure.
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31 As indicated air speed (lAS) is reduced, in order to maintain altitude, the pilot
must:
[A] Increase the angle of attack to maintain the correct lift force.
[B] Decrease the angle of attack to reduce the drag.
[C] Deploy the speed brakes to increase drag.
[D] Reduce the thrust.
32 That portion of the aircraft's total drag created by the production of lift is called:
[A] Induced drag, which is greatly affected by changes in airspeed.
[B] Parasite drag, which is greatly affected by changes in airspeed.
[C] Induced drag, which is not affected by changes in airspeed.
[D] Parasite drag, which is inversely proportional to the square of the airspeed.
33 By changing the angle of attack of a wing, the pilot can control the aeroplane's:
[A] Lift and airspeed, but not drag.
[B] Lift, airspeed, and drag.
[C] Lift, gross weight, and drag.
[D] Lift and drag, but not airspeed.
34 Resistance, or skin friction, due to the viscosity of the air as it passes along the
surface of a wing, is a type of:
[A] Interference drag.
[B] Induced drag.
[C] Form drag.
[D] Parasite drag.
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35 If the indicated air speed of an aircraft is increased from 50 kts to 100 kts,
parasite drag will be:
[A] Six times greater.
[B] Four times greater.
[C] Two times greater.
[D] One quarter as much.
36 An imaginary straight line running from the midpoint of the leading edge of an
aerofoil to its trailing edge, is called the:
[A] Mean camber.
[B] Chord.
[C] Aerofoil thickness.
[D] Maximum camber.
38 On an aerofoil section, the force of lift acts perpendicular to, and the force of
drag acts parallel to, the:
[A] Chord line.
[B] Longitudinal axis.
[C] Flightpath.
[D] Aerofoil section upper surface.
39 As airspeed increases induced drag ____, parasite drag ____ and total drag
[A] Decreases / Increases / Decreases then increases.
[B] Increases / Increases / Increases.
[C] Increases / Decreases / Increases then decreases.
[D] Decreases / Decreases / Decreases.
40 If in level flight the airspeed decreases below that for maximum lift/drag, the
effect will be that:
[A] Drag decreases because of lower parasite drag.
[B] Drag decreases because of lower induced drag.
[C] Drag increases because of increased parasite drag.
[D] Drag increases because of increased induced drag.
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44 If the angle of attack and other factors remain constant, and the airspeed is
doubled, lift will be:
[A] Doubled.
[B] Quadrupled.
[C] One quarter of what it was.
[D] The same.
46 Which of the answer options most correctly completes the sentence? The
amount of lift a wing produces is directly proportional to:
[A] The dynamic pressure minus the static pressure.
[B] The air density.
[C] The square root of the velocity of the air flowing over it.
[D] The air temperature.
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48 At a given indicated air speed, what effect will an increase in air density have on
lift and drag?
[A] Lift will increase but drag will decrease.
[B] Lift and drag will remain the same.
[C] Lift and drag will increase.
[D] Lift and drag will decrease.
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58 When an aircraft is disturbed from its established flight path by, for example,
turbulence, it is said to have positive stability if it subsequently:
[A] Continues to pitch in the disturbed direction until the displacement is resisted by opposing
control forces.
[B] Remains on the new flight path.
[C] Becomes further displaced from its original flight path.
[D] Re-establishes its original flight path without any input from the pilot.
59 Loading an aircraft so that the C of G exceeds the aft limits could result in:
[A] High stick forces.
[B] Excessive upward force on the tail, and the nose pitching down.
[C] Excessive load factor in turns.
[D] Loss of longitudinal stability and the nose pitching up at slow speeds.
60 Which of the following four options describes the consequence of taking off with
the manufacturer's recommended take-off flap setting selected?
[A] A decrease in the length of the take-off run compared to a non-flap take-off.
[B] An increase in the length of the take-off run compared to a non-flap take-off.
[C] A greater angle of climb.
[D] Easier avoidance of obstacles at the end of a runway.
62 When an aircraft is disturbed from its trimmed attitude by, for example,
turbulence, it is said to have neutral stability if it subsequently:
[A] Continues to move in the disturbed direction until the displacement is resisted by
opposing control forces.
[B] Oscillates about its original attitude before settling back to that original attitude.
[C] Immediately re-establishes its original attitude.
[D] Remains in the new attitude.
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67 The tendency of an aircraft to develop forces which restore it to its original flight
situation, when disturbed from a condition of steady flight, is known as:
[A] Manoeuvrability.
[B] Stability.
[C] Controllability.
[D] Instability.
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69 The maximum gliding distance from 6.000 feet, for an aircraft in clean
configuration, with a lift/drag ratio of 8:1, is approximately 8 nautical miles. If
flaps are deployed:
[A] The maximum gliding distance will increase.
[B] The maximum gliding distance will be less.
[C] Lift/Drag ratio will be unaffected but will be achieved at a lower airspeed.
[D] The maximum gliding distance will be unaffected.
70 A pilot lowers the flaps while keeping the airspeed constant. In order to maintain
level flight, the angle of attack:
[A] Must be kept constant but power must be increased.
[B] Must be increased.
[C] Must be reduced.
[D] Must be kept constant and power required will be constant.
72 An aircraft is disturbed from its path by a gust of wind. Neutral stability is when,
without pilot intervention, it:
[A] Continues to move away from the original path.
[B] Returns to its original path without overshooting.
[C] Returns to its original path after overshooting.
[D] Maintains the new path.
73 When flaps are lowered the stalling angle of attack of the wing:
[A] Increases and CLMAX increases.
[B] Remains the same, but CLMAX increases.
[C] Decreases, but CLMAX increases.
[D] Decreases, but CLMAX remains the same.
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75 An aircraft is disturbed from its flight path by a gust of wind. If it tends to return
to its original flight path without pilot intervention, the aircraft is said to possess:
[A] Negative Dynamic Stability.
[B] Instability.
[C] Positive Dynamic Stability.
[D] Neutral Dynamic Stability.
79 The maximum speed at which the aircraft can be flown with flaps extended is
called:
[A] VNO.
[B] VYSE.
[C] VNE.
[D] VFE.
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83 During a manoeuvre, the ailerons are deflected and returned to neutral when the
aircraft has attained a small angle of bank. If the aircraft then returns to a wings-
level attitude without further control movement, it is:
[A] Neutrally stable.
[B] Statically and dynamically stable.
[C] Statically stable but dynamically neutral.
[D] Statically stable.
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87 When the control column is pushed forward, a balance tab on the elevator:
[A] Moves to the neutral position.
[B] Will move down relative to the control surface.
[C] Will only move if the trim wheel is operated.
[D] Will move up relative to the control surface.
88 On an aircraft with a simple trim tab incorporated into a control surface, when
the surface is moved, the tab remains in the same position relative to the:
[A] Boundary layer airflow.
[B] Relative airflow.
[C] Control surface.
[D] Aircraft horizontal plane.
89 Which flying control surface(s) give(s) control about the aircraft's normal axis?
[A] The ailerons.
[B] The rudder.
[C] The elevator.
[D] The flaps.
90 The primary and secondary effects of applying the left rudder alone are:
[A] Right yaw and right roll.
[B] Left yaw and right roll.
[C] Right yaw and left roll.
[D] Left yaw and left roll.
92 An aircraft's rudder is fitted with a balance tab. Movement of the rudder bar to
the right, to yaw the aircraft to the right, will move the balance tab to the:
[A] Right and the rudder to the right.
[B] Right and the rudder to the left.
[C] Left and the rudder to the right.
[D] Left and the rudder to the left.
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93 An aircraft has a tendency to fly right wing low with hands off. It is trimmed with
a tab the left aileron. The trim tab will:
[A] Move down causing the left aileron to move up and right aileron to move down.
[B] Move up, causing the left aileron to move up and right aileron to move down.
[C] Move down, causing the left aileron to move up, right aileron remains neutral.
[D] Move up causing the left wing to move down, ailerons remain neutral.
94 Ailerons give:
[A] Longitudinal control about the lateral axis.
[B] Lateral control about the lateral axis.
[C] Lateral control about the longitudinal axis.
[D] Directional control about the normal axis.
98 A control surface may have a mass balance fitted to it, in order to:
[A] Help prevent a rapid and uncontrolled oscillation which is called "flutter".
[B] Keep the control surface level.
[C] Lighten the forces needed to control the surface.
[D] Provide the pilot with "feel".
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105 If the control column is moved to the right, a balance tab on the left aileron
should:
[A] Move to the neutral position.
[B] Move down relative to the aileron.
[C] Not move unless the aileron trim wheel is turned.
[D] Move up relative to the aileron.
108 If the Angle of Attack is increased beyond the Critical Angle of Attack, the wing
will stall:
[A] Unless the pitch attitude is on or below the natural horizon.
[B] Unless the airspeed is greater than the normal stall speed.
[C] Regardless of airspeed or pitch attitude.
[D] In which case, the control column should be pulled-back immediately.
110 The stalling speed of an aircraft in straight and level flight is 60 kt, lAS. What is
its stalling speed in a level 60° banked turn?
[A] 60 kt.
[B] 85 kt.
[C] 43 kt.
[D] 120 kt.
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111 When an aircraft is in a steady climb, the aerodynamic lift is ____ the weight.
[A] Less than.
[B] Balanced by.
[C] Equal to.
[D] Greater than.
115 When the aircraft is in a spin, the direction of spin is most reliably found by
reference to which of the following indications?
[A] Artificial horizon.
[B] Turn needle.
[C] Slip indicator.
[D] Direction indicator.
116 The reason for washout being designed into an aircraft wing is to:
[A] Increase the effectiveness of the flaps.
[B] Cause the inboard section of the wing to stall first.
[C] Cause the outboard section of the wing to stall first.
[D] Decrease the effectiveness of the ailerons.
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117 The maximum allowable airspeed with flaps extended (VFE) is lower than
cruising speed because:
[A] At speeds higher than VFE the aerodynamic forces would overload the flap and wing
structures.
[B] Flaps are used only when preparing to land.
[C] Too much drag is induced.
[D] Flaps will stall if they are deployed at too high an airspeed.
118 The basic stalling speed of an aeroplane is 80 knots. In a level turn with 45° angle
bank, the stalling speed is:
[A] 33 kt.
[B] 95 kt.
[C] 86 kt.
[D] 113 kt.
119 At the stall, the Centre of Pressure moving backwards will cause the nose to
____, and the decreased lift will cause the aircraft to ____.
[A] Drop / lose height.
[B] Yaw / reduce speed.
[C] Rise / sink.
[D] Drop / reduce speed.
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126 If the aircraft weight is increased, without change of C of G position, the stalling
angle attack will:
[A] Remain the same.
[B] Decrease.
[C] Increase.
[D] Remain the same. The position of the C of G does not affect the stall speed.
128 The best glide angle of attack on the wing polar diagram is marked as: (See
PPL(A) 080-02)
[A] 2.
[B] 4.
[C] 5.
[D] 6.
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129 The critical angle of attack on the wing polar diagram is marked as: (See PPL(A)
080-02).
[A] 4.
[B] 1.
[C] 6.
[D] 5.
130 The angle of attack for a minimum drag on the wing polar diagram is marked as:
(See PPL(A) 080-02).
[A] 7.
[B] 4.
[C] 5.
[D] 3.
133 Approximately for what percent will the stall speed increase if wing loading
increases by 15%?
[A] 15%.
[B] 0%.
[C] 7%.
[D] 20%.
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135 If an airplane weights 3.000 pounds, what approximate weight would the airplane
structure be required to support during a 20° banked turn while maintaining
altitude? (See PPL(A) 080-01).
[A] 4.000 lbs.
[B] 3.180 lbs.
[C] 3.350 lbs.
[D] 3.000 lbs.
136 If an airplane weights 4.600 pounds, what approximate weight would the airplane
structure be required to support during a 50° banked turn while maintaining
altitude? (See PPL(A) 080-01)
[A] 7.160 lbs.
[B] 5.400 lbs.
[C] 9.200 lbs.
[D] 8.180 lbs.
137 What is the maximum allowed bank angle when flying an aircraft with limiting
load factor of +2,5 G? (See PPL(A) 080-01)
[A] 55°.
[B] 66°.
[C] 60°.
[D] 50°.
138 What is the maximum allowed bank angle when flying an aircraft with limiting
load factor of +3,8 G? (See PPL(A) 080-01)
[A] 67°.
[B] 70°.
[C] 75°.
[D] 53°.
139 What is the load factor in a 60° banked level turn? (See PPL(A) 080-01)
[A] 2.0 G.
[B] 1.5 G.
[C] 0.5 G.
[D] 1 G.
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140 The airspeed at which a pilot will not yet overstress the airframe of an aicraft by
momentarily up-deflecting the elevator is:
[A] VS.
[B] VB.
[C] VFE.
[D] VA.
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COMMUNICATION
090
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14 "STANDBY" means:
[A] Select STANDBY on the SSR Transponder.
[B] Wait and I will call you again.
[C] Hold your present position.
[D] Continue on present heading and listen out.
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46 What is the Q code for the measurement of relative heights above an airfields?
[A] QFE.
[B] ELT.
[C] QNH.
[D] QBA.
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53 Which of the following lists are all ATC messages that must read back in full:
[A] ATC route clearances, runway clearances, actual weather reports.
[B] Level instructions, altimeter settings, surface wind, runway information.
[C] Clearance to enter, land on, take-off on, backtrack, cross or hold short of runway.
[D] VOR information, frequency changes, type of radar service.
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56 The prescribed phrase for obtaining a permission to taxi to the runway for
departure is:
[A] WHAT IS MY TAXI CLEARANCE.
[B] REQUEST TAXI.
[C] REQUEST PERMISSION TO TAXI.
[D] REQUEST TAXI CLEARANCE.
57 When a control tower transmits the phrase "REPORT DOWNWIND", the pilot is
instructed to report:
[A] Aircraft position in traffic pattern between the second turn and the third turn.
[B] Estimated wind direction and velocity at the altitude of flying.
[C] Maximum allowed tail wind for landing.
[D] Aircraft position "final" in traffic pattern.
58 The controller wants to obtain the information about the level at which an aircraft
is flying, using the phrase:
[A] WHAT IS YOUR LEVEL.
[B] REPORT LEVEL.
[C] REQUEST LEVEL.
[D] TRANSMIT YOUR LEVEL.
59 Which phrase is used by an ATC when advising the pilot that the position report
over the compulsory reporting point X is not required?
[A] CANCEL POSITION REPORT OVER X.
[B] OMIT POSITION REPORT OVER X.
[C] NO POSITION REPORT OVER X.
[D] DO NOT REPORT OVER X.
60 When the pilot is not able to execute a command, the correct flight phrase is:
[A] UNABLE.
[B] UNABLE TO ACCEPT.
[C] REQUEST RECLEARANCE.
[D] I CANNOT COMPLY.
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63 If a controller passes an instruction and you understand it and will comply, the
standard reply is:
[A] CONFIRM.
[B] VERIFY.
[C] ROGER.
[D] WILCO.
66 You are at the holding point of the runway in use, have completed all your pre-
flight vital checks and are ready to enter the runway and take off. What RT
phraseology would you use to inform ATC of your readiness?
[A] (CALLSIGN) (POSITION) READY FOR LINE UP.
[B] (CALLSIGN) READY FOR TAKE OFF.
[C] (CALLSIGN) READY.
[D] (CALLSIGN) (POSITION) READY TO PROCEED.
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67 If the pilot cannot follow the instructions and orders, he should advise the air
traffic control by transmitting the phrase:
[A] UNABLE TO ACCEPT.
[B] UNABLE.
[C] REQUEST RECLEARANCE.
[D] I CANNOT COMPLY.
68 You are flying in southern Finland with OH-ABC. You are flying level flight on
standard setting on your altimeter. When asked by the controller to report your
level, what is the correct response?
[A] MAINTAINING FL50, O-BC.
[B] FL50,O-BC.
[C] AT FL50, O-BC.
[D] O-BC, FL50.
69 You are flying on a NE heading at 2500 ft. You would report your heading and
level as:
[A] HEADING 045 AT TOO THOUSAND FIFE HUNDRED FEET.
[B] HEADING 045 AT TOO FIFE ZERO ZERO FEET.
[C] HEADING 045 AT 25 HUNDRED FEET.
[D] FLYING AT TOO THOUSAND FIFE HUNDRED FEET ON HEADING 045.
70 How would you correctly reply to the ATC instruction "O-CD, Contact Malmi
Tower, 131.250"?
[A] WILCO, OSCAR CHARLIE DELTA.
[B] OSCAR CHARLIE DELTA, WUN THREE WUN DECIMAL TOO FIVE ZERO.
[C] WUN THREE WUN DECIMAL TOO FIVE ZERO, CHARLIE DELTA.
[D] WUN THREE WUN DECIMAL TOO FIVE ZERO, OSCAR CHARLIE DELTA.
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73 An aircraft had initially been cleared to climb to FL1OO. For separation purposes
the aircraft has to be leveled of at FL 80 for a few minutes. ATC will give this
instruction by using the phrase:
[A] LEVEL OFF AT FL80.
[B] STOP CLIMB AT FL80.
[C] MAINTAIN FL80.
[D] CLEARED FL80.
74 When asked by ATC "Are you able to maintain FL 40" the correct reply contains
the phrase:
[A] ROGER or MOORE.
[B] AFFIRM or NEGATIVE.
[C] WILCO or NEGATIVE.
[D] NO SIR.
75 You have just landed at a towered airport and the tower tells you to contact
ground when clear of the runway. You are considered clear of the runway when:
[A] All parts of the aircraft have crossed the hold line.
[B] The aircraft cockpit is clear of the hold line.
[C] The tail of the aircraft is of the runway edge.
[D] The aircraft starts turning away from the runway.
76 If requested by the control tower to report having crossed the runway, the pilot
has to use the phrase:
[A] RUNWAY VACATED.
[B] I HAVE LEFT THE RUNWAY.
[C] I AM CLEAR OF RUNWAY.
[D] I AM BEYOND THE RUNWAY.
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79 That portion of the airport traffic circuit identified by the letter ""E is called?
(See PPL(A) 090-01)
[A] LINE-UP.
[B] DOWNWIND.
[C] CROSSWIND.
[D] BASE LEG.
80 Which designator denotes part of the aerodrome traffic circuit named "Base
Leg"?
(See PPL(A) 090-01)
[A] E.
[B] G.
[C] F.
[D] D.
81 Which letter identifies that portion of the airport traffic circuit, called "FINAL
LEG"?
(See PPL(A) 090-01)
[A] E.
[B] G.
[C] F.
[D] C.
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87 The phrase, which instructs the pilot to set transponder code 6620 again, is:
[A] SQUAWK AGAIN 6620.
[B] RESET SQUAWK 6620.
[C] SWITCH ON 6620.
[D] CONFIRM SQUAWKING 6620.
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90 When asked by ATC: "OH-ABC, CONFIRM EIGHT POINT THREE THREE". How do
you reply to ATC, if you have 8.33 kHz channel spacing capable radio on board?
[A] "AFFIRM, OH-ABC".
[B] "AFFIRM EIGHT POINT THREE THREE, OH-ABC".
[C] "YES EIGHT POINT THREE THREE, OH-ABC".
[D] "NEGATIVE EIGHT POINT THREE THREE, OH-ABC".
92 In the event of a radio failure the SSR transponder should be set to:
[A] 7700.
[B] 7600.
[C] 7500.
[D] 7000.
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95 If you are flying an aircraft without a transponder, what would you say if you
were asked to “ADVISE TRANSPONDER CAPABILITY?”
[A] NO TRANSPONDER.
[B] NEGATIVE SQUAWK.
[C] I DO NOT HAVE A TRANSPONDER.
[D] NEGATIVE TRANSPONDER.
96 By which international phrase will the intercepting aircraft allows the intercepted
aircraft to continue the flight?
[A] CALL SIGN.
[B] PROCEED.
[C] DESCEND.
[D] FOLLOW.
98 What is the meaning of the phrase "YOU LAND", passed by a radio from the pilot
of an intercepting aircraft to the pilot of an intercepted aircraft?
[A] Follow me.
[B] Report the name of your aerodrome of origin.
[C] Land at this aerodrome.
[D] You may proceed.
99 Which is the correct phrase used by the pilot of an intercepted aircraft to convey
to an intercepting aircraft his inability to comply with the received instructions?
[A] MAYDAY.
[B] AM LOST.
[C] CAN NOT.
[D] WILCO.
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100 The pilot of an intercepted aircraft report to the pilot of an intercepting aircraft
that he is lost and his position is uncertain to him by transmitting the following
international radio phrase
[A] WILCO.
[B] AM LOST.
[C] CAN NOT.
[D] MAYDAY.
101 Which frequency is intended for a conversation between the intercepting aircraft
and the intercepted aircraft?
[A] International emergency frequency 121.5 mhz.
[B] Local air force frequency.
[C] Local emergency frequency.
[D] Frequency air-air.
102 By which international phrase will the intercepting aircraft direct the intercepted
aircraft to follow him?
[A] PROCEED.
[B] FOLLOW.
[C] YOU LAND.
[D] CALL SIGN.
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106 The frequency used for the first transmission of a "MAYDAY" call should be:
[A] Approach frequency of the nearest airfield.
[B] The distress frequency 121.5 mhz.
[C] The frequency currently in use.
[D] Any international distress frequency.
109 Which radiotelephony phrase means "WE ARE IN GRAVE AND IMMINENT
DANGER, AND IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED"?
[A] Word "MAYDAY", transmitted by Morse code.
[B] Spoken word "MAYDAY".
[C] Spoken word "SECURITY".
[D] Spoken word "PANPAN".
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110 The phrase, with which a radiotelephony distress message is being started, is:
[A] HELP, HELP, HELP.
[B] PANPAN, PANPAN, PANPAN.
[C] EMERGENCY, EMERGENCY, EMERGENCY.
[D] MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.
111 At outlanding you damaged your aircraft and hurt yourself however there is
nobody in the vicinity to assist you. Which is the international phrase, with which
you should start your radiotelephony call for a help?
[A] EMERGENCY, EMERGENCY, EMERGENCY.
[B] PANPAN, PANPAN, PANPAN.
[C] MEDICAL, MEDICAL, MEDICAL.
[D] MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.
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123 Which of the following message category has the priority over others:
[A] Distress calls, distress messages and distress traffic.
[B] Urgency messages, including messages preceded by the medical transports signal
[C] Communications relating to direction finding
[D] Flight safety messages
124 If no ATIS is available, the pilot asks for departure information using the phrase:
[A] REQUEST DEPARTURE INSTRUCTIONS.
[B] REQUEST DEPARTURE INFORMATION.
[C] I WOULD LIKE DEPARTURE INFORMATION.
[D] REPORT DEPARTURE INFORMATION.
127 The correct call sign of a station providing flight information service is the
location followed by:
[A] CONTROL.
[B] HOMER.
[C] INFORMATION.
[D] RADIO.
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