21) In addition to a valid Airworthiness Certificate, what documents or records must be aboard an aircraft during flight?
a) Aircraft engine and airframe logbooks, and owner's manual. C - You must have the registration certificate and operating limitations per FAR 91.203. You don't need to carry the logbooks. Repair and alteration forms are maintained with the logbooks. There is no requirement for a radio operator's permit. However, there is a requirement for a radio station license, if you fly internationally. |
22) A blue-segmented circle on a Sectional Chart depicts which class airspace?
a) Class B. C - Take a look at the sectional. Class D airspace is controlled by a tower, and extends from the ground up to 2,500 AGL. Its lateral limits are depicted by line on the chart. A nearby Class D airspace is Montgomery, AL. Although there are no special pilot requirements, you must establish two way radio communications before entering the airspace. |
23) Outside controlled airspace, the minimum flight visibility requirement for a pilot flying VFR above 1,200 feet AGL and below 10,000 feet MSL during daylight hours is:
a) 1 mile. A - Airman's Information Manual (AIM) lists weather minimums in sections 3-1-4. The visibility is listed in statue miles. You may wish to watch that on a test. |
24) What minimum radio equipment is required for operation within Class C airspace?
a) Two-way radio communications equipment and a 4096-code transponder. C - Before entering class C airspace you must establish two-way radio communications, and maintain it while in the airspace. You must also have a automatic altitude reporting transponder. The nearby Class C airspace is Chattanooga, TN. Could you enter the airspace in a glider without an encoding transponder? Yes. You need to establish communication with ATC and receive a clearance to operate in the airspace without a transponder. How is Class C airspace indicated on a chart? Reference AIM section 3-2-4, FAR 91.130, FAR 91.215. By the way, the SSA site shows the answer incorrectly as "A". |
25) In which type of airspace are VFR flights prohibited?
a) Class A. |
26) Who is responsible for determining if an aircraft is in condition for safe flight?
a) A certificated aircraft mechanic. B - FAR 91.7 is specific that the pilot in command is responsible determining the aircraft condition. |
27) Two-way radio communication must be established with the Air Traffic Control facility having jurisdiction over the area prior to entering which class airspace?
a) Class C. A - FAR 91.130 and AIM section 3-2-4 specify that you must establish communications before entering Class C airspace. Class G airspace is uncontrolled airspace. Class E is all controlled airspace outside Class A, B, C, or D. We can enter Class E airspace without communications while on a VFR flight. Class E airspace is where we do most of our soaring. Can you enter Class E airspace without a clearance on an IFR flight? |
28) A steady green light signal directed from the control tower to an aircraft in flight is a signal that the pilot:
a) Is cleared to land. A - FAR 91.125 lists ATC light signals. A steady green light while airborne, means "cleared to land". A steady red means, "give way and continue to circle". A flashing green means "return to land and continue approach". It will be followed by a steady green when cleared to land. If you were on the ground, what would a steady green signal mean? |
29) Unless otherwise specifically authorized, no person may operate an aircraft with an experimental certificate:
a) Beneath the floor of Class B airspace. B - FAR 91.319C |
30) The responsibility for ensuring an aircraft is maintained in an airworthy condition is primarily that of the:
a) Pilot in command. B - FAR 91.403 |
31) Which preflight action is specifically required of the pilot prior to each flight?
a) Check the aircraft logbooks for appropriate entries. B - FAR 91.103 |
32) An aircraft's annual inspection was performed on July 12, this year. The next annual inspection will be due no later than:
a) July 1, next year. C - The annual inspection is valid until the last day of the month, next year. This is also true for an annual condition inspection for aircraft in the experimental category. FAR 91.409 |
33) Where may an aircraft's operating limitations be found?
a) On the Airworthiness Certificate. B |
34) If an in-flight emergency requires immediate action, the pilot in command may:
a) Deviate from the FAR~Rs to the extent required to meet the emergency,
but must submit a written report to the Administrator within 24 hours. B - In an emergency, the pilot may take any action required to meet the emergency. A report is submitted only if requested. FAR 91.3 |
35) The width of a Federal Airway from either side of the centerline is:
a) 4 nautical miles. A - An airway is 4 NM each side of centerline. Reference a sectional chart |
36) According to FARs, the minimum allowable strength of a towline used for an aero tow of a glider having a certificated gross weight of 700 pounds is:
a) 560 pounds. A - The minimum allowable strength is 80% of the glider weight. (.8 X 700) = 560 pounds. FAR 91.309 |
37) A chair-type parachute must have been packed by a certificated and appropriately rated parachute rigger within the preceding:
a) 90 days. B - The primary parachute must be repacked every 120 days. This is one case that the date does not extend to the end of a month. FAR 91.307. |
38) Which aircraft has the right-of-way over all other air traffic?
a) A balloon. |
39) What document(s) must be in your personal possession or readily accessible in the aircraft while operating as pilot in command of an aircraft?
a) Certificates showing accomplishment of a checkout in the aircraft
and a current biennial flight review. |
40) Below FL180, en route weather advisories should be obtained from an FSS on:
a) 122.0 MHz. |