What is the definition of a high performance airplane and what must a pilot do to act as PIC of such an airplane?
An airplane with an engine with more than 200 horsepower. Receive and log ground and flight training from an authorized instructor in a high performance airplane or representative flight simulator or FTD. (Demonstrate proficiency in the operation and systems of that airplane)
100
What is HIWAS and what products does it broadcast?
Hazardous in-flight weather advisory service. Aviation weather warnings, SIGMETs, Convective SIGMETs, Center Weather Advisories, AIRMETS, and Urgent PIREPS.
100
What is detonation?
Uncontrolled, explosive ignition of the fuel/air mixture within the cylinder's combustion chamber.
100
At or below what altitude do 90% of bird strikes occur according to the AIM?
3,000ft AGL
100
When must navigation lights be turned on?
Sunset to Sunrise
200
When is a high altitude endorsement required?
When operating a pressurized aircraft with a service ceiling or maximum operating altitude, whichever is lower, above 25,000ft MSL.
200
What frequency can EFAS be reached on and at what altitudes is the service available?
122.0MHz, 5,000ft AGL to 17,500ft MSL
200
What is pre-ignition?
When the fuel/air mixture ignites prior to the engines normal ignition time.
200
How strong can the horizontal winds be near the surface due to a microburst? (according to the AIM)
45 knots (90 knots of shear)
200
True/False: A 100 hour inspection can take the place of an annual inspection.
False
300
What aircraft require type ratings?
Large Aircraft (MaxGTW > 12,500lbs)
Turbojet
Any other deemed necessary by the Admin.
300
What is the service volume of ASOS?
25NM, 10,000ft AGL
300
Where can VFR Flyway Planing Charts be found?
On the back of selected TAC charts
300
When vortices of larger aircraft sink close to the ground(100 to 200ft), how fast do they tend to move laterally over the ground? (according to the AIM)
2 or 3 knots
300
During what time period must the required takeoffs and landing for night currency be completed in order to carry passengers at night?
From 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise.
400
What exceptions are in place which do not require some pilots to complete a 24 calendar month flight review?
- Completed a new certificate, rating or operating privilege
- Completed an FAA-sponsored pilot proficiency award program
- Completed a renewal of a flight instructor certificate
400
Below what altitude are temperatures not forecast in the winds and temperatures aloft forecast?
2,500ft AGL (above the station's elevation)
400
When may a pilot deviate from an ATC clearance? (there are three cases)
- An amended clearance has been obtained
- An emergency exists
- In response to a traffic and collision avoidance system resolution advisory
400
According to the AIM, by how miles should all aircraft avoid any severe thunderstorms
20 miles
400
What preflight action is required for flights in the vicinity of an airport?
Become familiar with all available information concerning the flight which must include: Takeoff and landing distances, and Runway Lengths at airports of intended use.
500
If a pilot acquires a first class medical certificate on his 40th birthday how long can he exercise the privileges of a commercial pilot under his medical certificate?
12 calendar months
500
What is the two letter identifier for radar weather reports?
SD
500
What is an RCO and what are some services they offer?
A Remote Communications Outlet is an unmanned comm facility remotely controlled by ATC personnel established for the purpose of providing ground to ground communications between ATC and pilots at satellite airports. Used to deliver clearances, departure authorizations, or IFR cancellations.
500
According to the AIM what minimum winds conditions are necessary to form mountain waves on the leeward side of a mountain ridge? (wind velocity and angle relative to the range)
15 knots or greater at an angle of not less than 30 degrees to the range.
500
Under what age are children permitted to be held by an adult occupying an approved seat?