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- Question 1 of 20
1. Question
Category: 14 CFR Part 61 – Certification: Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground InstructorsYou are flying under a BasicMed medical, the aircraft has 9 seats. Are you legally allowed to fly the aircraft?
CorrectReference: 14 CFR Part 61 Certification: Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground Instructors
Sec. 61.113 Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command
(h)(i)(1)IncorrectReference: 14 CFR Part 61 Certification: Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground Instructors
Sec. 61.113 Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command
(h)(i)(1) - Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Category: Aerodynamics of Flight - Forces Acting on the AircraftThe four forces acting on an aircraft in flight are…?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Lift and Basic Aerodynamics 3-2
Forces Acting on the Aircraft 5-1IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Lift and Basic Aerodynamics 3-2
Forces Acting on the Aircraft 5-1 - Question 3 of 20
3. Question
Category: Flight Training - IllusionsYou are on final approach to land at runway 33 in rain, the illusion that you should be aware of would most likely be…?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Optical Illusions 17-10
Water Refraction 17-10IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Optical Illusions 17-10
Water Refraction 17-10 - Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Category: Navigation - VORRefer to figure 28 (Sectional Chart Excerpt) in the Airman Knowledge Testing, Supplement for Sport Pilot, Recreational Pilot, Remote Pilot, and Private Pilot (FAA-CT-8080-2H) pg 2-27 and figure 28 VOR pg 2-27
In this case the VOR is tuned into the Elizabeth City VOR/DME in area 3. Your position is over Shawboro, which is 3NM West of Currituk County Regional Airport (ONX). Which of the VOR indications from the figure 28 is correct?CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-80830-25D)
Chapter 16 Navigation 16-1
Note: This is a mix of many areas in the navigation section
Shawboro is NE of Elizabeth City VOR on the 030 degree radial. If you are over the town your indication would be centered with a 210 degree TO indication or a 030 FRM indication.IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-80830-25D)
Chapter 16 Navigation 16-1
Note: This is a mix of many areas in the navigation section
Shawboro is NE of Elizabeth City VOR on the 030 degree radial. If you are over the town your indication would be centered with a 210 degree TO indication or a 030 FRM indication. - Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Category: FAA Sectional ChartsYou are looking at a sectional chart and notice parachuting activities around the airport you are landing at. Where can you find information about this area?
CorrectReference: Chart Supplement, Airport/Facility Directory Section
IncorrectReference: Chart Supplement, Airport/Facility Directory Section
- Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Category: Meteorology - InversionTemperature inversions normally as a result of…?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-80830-25B)
Inversion 12-13
Reference: FAA – Weather Theory – Advisory Circular AC # 00-6B
2.8.3 Temperature Inversion 2-12IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-80830-25B)
Inversion 12-13
Reference: FAA – Weather Theory – Advisory Circular AC # 00-6B
2.8.3 Temperature Inversion 2-12 - Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Category: Meteorology - Warm FrontThe following sequence of clouds is observed at an airport: Cirrus, Cirrostratus, Altostratus, and Nimbostratus. The observer should expect what?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Warm front 12-18IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Warm front 12-18 - Question 8 of 20
8. Question
Category: Meteorology - SIGMETIf a SIGMET is issued for an area, it remains valid for how long?
CorrectReference: FAA – Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
SIGMET 13-12IncorrectReference: FAA – Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
SIGMET 13-12 - Question 9 of 20
9. Question
Category: Meteorology - METARThe METAR for KBOI contains the terms “-DZ” and VV001, these stand for?
SPECI KBOI 111205Z 00000KT 1/4SM -DZ FG VV001 RMK FG8=
CorrectReference: FAA – Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Aviation Routine Weather Report (METAR) 13-6
AIM Chapter 7 Safety of Flight
7-1-28. KEY TO AERODROME FORECAST (TAF) AND AVIATION ROUTINE WEATHER REPORT (METAR)
7-1-29. INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATIONIncorrectReference: FAA – Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Aviation Routine Weather Report (METAR) 13-6
AIM Chapter 7 Safety of Flight
7-1-28. KEY TO AERODROME FORECAST (TAF) AND AVIATION ROUTINE WEATHER REPORT (METAR)
7-1-29. INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION - Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Category: Theory of Flight - Wingtip VorticesWhich of the following applies to wingtip vortices?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Wingtip Vortices 5-8
Formation of Vortices 5-8
Avoiding Wake Turbulence 5-9IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Wingtip Vortices 5-8
Formation of Vortices 5-8
Avoiding Wake Turbulence 5-9 - Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Category: Meteorology - FogFog that is caused by the drifting of warm moist air over a colder land or sea surface, that could last for days and covering a wide area is best describes as?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Fog 17-10IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Fog 17-10 - Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Category: Aircraft Instruments - Pitot-Static SystemPitot-static system errors are generally the greatest in which range of airspeed?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Pitot-Static Flight Instruments 8-1
Blockage of the Pitot-Static System 8-10IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Pitot-Static Flight Instruments 8-1
Blockage of the Pitot-Static System 8-10 - Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Category: 14 CFR Part 91- General Operating and Flight RulesA valid Airworthiness Certificate is required on board every flight. What additional documents or records are legally required on board an aircraft?
CorrectReference: 14CFR Part 91 General Operating and Flight Rules & 14 CFR 91.9
91.203 Civil Aircraft: Certifications Required (1)IncorrectReference: 14CFR Part 91 General Operating and Flight Rules & 14 CFR 91.9
91.203 Civil Aircraft: Certifications Required (1) - Question 14 of 20
14. Question
Category: Air Law - Runway MarkingsWhat do ‘Runway Holding Position Markings’ on taxiways indicate to the pilot?
CorrectReference: Reference: AIM Chapter 2 – Aeronautical Lighting and Other Airport Visual Aids
2-3-5. HOLDING POSITION MARKINGS
1. Runway Holding Position Markings on Taxiways.IncorrectReference: Reference: AIM Chapter 2 – Aeronautical Lighting and Other Airport Visual Aids
2-3-5. HOLDING POSITION MARKINGS
1. Runway Holding Position Markings on Taxiways. - Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Category: Theory of Flight - Ground EffectDuring ground effect, what could an excess of speed result in?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-80830-25B)
Chapter 5 Aerodynamics of Flight 5-1
Ground Effect 5-11IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-80830-25B)
Chapter 5 Aerodynamics of Flight 5-1
Ground Effect 5-11 - Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Category: Theory of Flight - Forces Acting On An Aeroplane
The chart shows the relationship between load factor and bank angle. Your aircraft weighs 4,000lbs, what would be weight felt at 45 degrees angle of bank?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-80830-25B)
Chapter 5 Aerodynamics of Flight 5-1
Load Factors 5-33
4,000lbs x 1.414 (load factor at 45 degrees)= 5,565lbsIncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-80830-25B)
Chapter 5 Aerodynamics of Flight 5-1
Load Factors 5-33
4,000lbs x 1.414 (load factor at 45 degrees)= 5,565lbs - Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Category: Theory of Flight - Timed TurnsIf a standard rate turn is maintained, how much time would be required to turn to the left from a heading of 090° to a heading of 300°?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Turn Coordinator 8-17IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Turn Coordinator 8-17 - Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Category: Aerodynamics of Flight - Stall SpeedYou and 1 friend flying to a different airport to pick up 2 friends for their first flight in a small aircraft, after climb out in gusty conditions you should be aware that the indicated stalling speed of the aircraft will…?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Weight 5-8
Weight and Balance 5-40
Effect of Weight on Flight Performance 5-42
Effects of Weight 10-2IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Weight 5-8
Weight and Balance 5-40
Effect of Weight on Flight Performance 5-42
Effects of Weight 10-2 - Question 19 of 20
19. Question
Category: Aerodynamics of Flight - PlanformWhen comparing a wing designed to have a rectangular planform to other wing planforms, The rectangular planform has a tendency to stall first at the…?
CorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Effect of Wing Planform 5-20IncorrectReference: FAA Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
Effect of Wing Planform 5-20 - Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Category: Flight Training - Taxiing InputsWhen backtracking runway 15, you note the winds are 200° at 15 gusting 25 knots, the ailerons and elevators should be positioned?
CorrectReference: FAA Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3C)
Taxiing 2-20
Figure 2-15. Control positions of the nosewheel airplane.IncorrectReference: FAA Airplane Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-3C)
Taxiing 2-20
Figure 2-15. Control positions of the nosewheel airplane.