Weather
This type of cloud is known for turbulence and towering structure.
What is a cumulonimbus?
This type of weather report is issued every hour and tells current conditions.
METAR
This person is authorized to return an aircraft to service after major repairs
A&P Mechanic
This is the rotation speed for takeoff.
What is Vr? 67 Knots
This animal is known for being great at standing on one leg, but terrible at karaoke.
What is a flamingo
This instrument measures atmospheric pressure.
What is an altimeter or barometer?
In a METAR, “OVC200” means this about the clouds
Clouds are at 20,000 feet
This annual inspection is required for all aircraft
What is an annual inspection?
What is the never exceed speed?
What is 200 knots.
Octopuses have this many hearts.
What is three
This phenomenon occurs when moist air cools to the dew point.
What is fog?
What does TAF stand for?
Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
This document must be carried in the aircraft and shows all maintenance performed.
What is the aircraft logbook?
What is the speed that gives you the best rate of climb?
What is Vy speed.
This number is considered “unlucky” in many cultures and is often skipped in elevators.
What is 13
This invisible threat can cause loss of control due to ice formation.
What is airframe icing?
What does ATIS stand for?
Automated/Automatic Terminal Information System/Service
The acronym AD stands for this, and must be complied with.
What is Airworthiness Directive?
What is the speed that gives you the best angle of climb?
This is the only letter that doesn’t appear in any U.S. state name.
What is Q
What are the four kinds of weather fronts?
What is occluded, stationary, cold, and warm front.
In a METAR, “RMK AO2” means this
Remarks and what type of weather system/sensor they have (version 1.0, version 2.0)
What is an A&P with an IA? (What does A and P stand for and what does I and A stand for).
What is Airframe and Powerplant with an Instructor Authorization?
The rotating speed for a Cirrus SR20 is 67 knots. What is the rotational speed for a Cessna 150/172?
What is 55 knots.
Humans share 60% of their DNA with this common household food.
What is a banana