Aircraft
What part of the airplane creates most of the lift?
The wings
What do the letters TSA stand for?
Transportation Security Administration
Who was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean?
Amelia Earhart
What weather condition can make it difficult for pilots to see far?
Fog or Haze
How many engines does the average large passenger jet usually have?
Two
True or False: Airplanes have a steering wheel like a car.
False (they use a yoke or sidestick)
Before boarding an airplane, what document do you usually show?
A boarding pass (or ID and boarding pass)
What organization encourages girls and women to pursue aviation careers?
Women in Aviation International
True or False: Airplanes can fly above most clouds.
True
About how fast does a commercial airliner fly?
About 500–600 mph
What do pilots call the front of the airplane?
The nose
What do the three-letter airport codes PHX and LAX represent?
Airports (Phoenix and Los Angeles)
Name one aviation career besides being a pilot
Mechanic, engineer, dispatcher, air traffic controller, flight attendant, airport manager, etc
What is turbulence?
Bumpy air
Which travels faster: a race car or a an airplane?
Airplane!
What are the wheels an airplane lands on called?
Landing gear
What room do pilots prepare for flights before boarding the airplane?
Flight planning room / operations center / briefing room
Approximately what percentage of airline pilots worldwide are women?
About 5–7%
What weather is especially dangerous because it can produce lightning, hail, and strong winds?
Thunderstorms
About how high do most airliners cruise?
Around 35,000 feet (accept 30,000–40,000)
Which control makes the airplane go up and down?
The elevator
Who helps airplanes safely take off and land by talking to pilots over the radio?
Air Traffic Control
Who was the first African-American woman to become a pilot?
Bessie Coleman
Name three careers at an airport besides pilot.