Aviation 2100 Final Exam

A PIREP (UA) is: A) A report issued by a pilot and indicates current conditions B) A weather report of severe weather C) An important forecast for all pilots D) A report issued by ATC for all pilots, indicating what conditions to expect at a specific time

A

Adverse yaw during turn, is caused by: A) Increased induced drag on the wing that is raised B) The P factor C) Increased induced drag on the wing that is lowered

A

An airplane with CG close to its aft limit: A) is less stable and more controllable B) is as stable as with forward CG C) is more stable and less controllable

A

At non-towered airports, radio communications should be established and maintained with: A) The designated CTAF frequency B) The approach control facility in the area C) 122.0

A

Design maneuvering speed (Va) is the maximum airspeed at which the airplane: A) Will stall before causing structural damage during abrupt control inputs B) Glides the longest distance C) Climbs most efficiently

A

During a spin: A) Both wings are stalled B) None of the wings are stalled. The airplane just spirals left or right. C) Only one wing is stalled

A

During engine failure in flight, the Best Glide airspeed is the airspeed that results in: A) The longest glide distance B) The longest time the airplane will stay in the air C) The slowest ground speed during landing

A

Generally speaking, an airplane is more stable when the Center of Gravity (CG) is: A) Closer to the forward limit B) Closer to the aft limit C) All the way at the tail

A

If ATC advises that radar service is terminated when departing Class C airspace and squawk VFR, you must set your transponder to: A) 1200 B) 0000 C) 4096

A

If a 35 year old pilot wants to fly on December 31 of this year as a Private Pilot with a First Class medical, the medical must have been issued: A) Not earlier than December 1, 2014 B) Not earlier than December 31, 2014 C) Not earlier than July 1, 2019

A

If the Pitot tube becomes blocked during flight, the IAS: A) Will increase as the airplane climbs B) Will decrease as the airplane climbs C) Will remain the same at all altitudes

A

If you are going to land at Wayne Co. Airport, you should: A) Get weather information on 118.075, and broadcast your position and intentions on 122.8 B) Get weather information on 112.8, and broadcast your position and intentions on 118.075 C) Use the Universal frequency for 121.5 for all your communications at Non-tower airports, such as this

A

If you change your permanent address, you must notify the FAA within: A) 30 days B) 60 days C) 6 months

A

Induced drag is the result of: A) Generation of lift. B) The shape of the airframe and other structures of the airplane C) Poor piloting technique

A

P-factor causes the airplane to: A) Turn left during climb B) Turn right during climb C) Climb

A

Reported winds are given as: A) Magnetic by the tower, and true in weather reports B) Always magnetic C) Magnetic if they exceed 100kts

A

Restricted Areas are areas which: A) You may not enter without permission B) You may enter and fly at your own risk C) You may never enter

A

SIGMETS are reports containing information about: A) Severe icing, severe turbulence, volcanic ash B) Runway closures, airspace restrictions, fronts C) Known air traffic delays, low visibilities, areas of rain

A

See the KMSP METAR BELOW: KMSP 221953Z 29018G34KT 10SM SCT020 OVC026 07/01 A2954 RMK A02 PK WND 30036/1943 SLP006 T00670011 A) The ceiling is overcast at 2600ft B) The ceiling scattered clouds at 2000ft C) The ceiling is overcast at 260ft with very gusty winds D) The wind is from 290 with 18-knot gusts

A

See the METAR for Cincinnati (CVG), below. A) The ceiling is 10,000ft, and winds are gusting to 20kts B) The ceiling is 1800 ft and wind is 9 kts, gusting to 20 kts C) The ceiling is 3000 ft

A

See the TAF for Columbus (CMH), below. What conditions are expected between 1300Z? A) Vis more than 6sm, ceiling 2500ft, with showers in the area B) Vis more than 6sm, and very cold showers C) There is no information available for 1300Z

A

See the winds aloft forecast for Joliett (JOT), below. The wind at 30,000 ft is reported as: A) 260 degrees at 119 kts B) 360 degrees at 69 kts C) 260 degrees at 190 kts

A

Special VFR allows a pilot to: A) Operate within Class D airspace with low visibility as low as 1sm B) Fly from one airport to another as long as the aircraft remains clear of clouds C) Fly on instruments when not instrument rated

A

The 30nm magenta circle around Cleveland Class B airspace indicates that: A) You must have an operating transponder in Mode C inside that area B) You must have ATC clearance to fly inside that circle C) A Student Pilot may not fly inside that circle

A

The airplane climbs when: A) The flight path is directed upwards and there is enough excess thrust available B) Only the lift is greater than the Weight C) The pitch is high enough

A

The airplane is made to turn by: A) The horizontal component of lift when the airplane banks B) The centrifugal force C) Applying only rudder in the direction of turn

A

The asterisk next to the Control Tower frequency at Mansfield Airport, indicates: A) The tower is operating part-time B) The rotating beacon is operating part time C) The frequency is decommissioned

A

The controlled airspace at Findlay Airport starts (Magenta dashed line around the airspace): A) At the surface B) 700ft above the airport C) 1200ft above the airport

A

The maximum airspeed within Class B airspace is: A) 250 kts B) 200 kts C) There is no airspeed limit in Class B

A

The most hazardous phenomenon associated with thunderstorms is: A) A microburst at the airport B) A mountain wave. C) Steady but strong winds

A

The rotations around the longitudinal, lateral, and vertical axis, are respectively: A) roll, pitch, yaw B) pitch, roll, yaw C) pitch, yaw, roll

A

To carry passengers at night, in the preceding 90 days you must log three takeoffs and landings to full stop, during: A) One hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise B) Anytime since the landings are full stop C) Daytime as long as they are touch-and-goes

A

To clear obstacles close to the departure end of the runway, climb at: A) Vx B) Vy C) Va

A

To fly into Class B airspace as a Private Pilot, you need: A) Clearance, two-way communications, transponder with mode C B) Instrument rating, GPS, and clearance C) To maintain a maximum speed of 200 kts

A

Under what condition is pressure altitude and density altitude the same value? A) Standard conditions (ISA) B) When barometric pressure is lower than standard. C) When temperature is below freezing

A

Victor Airways are: A) From 1200ft AGL to 18000ft MSL, and are 8nm wide B) From 700ft AGL to 18000ft MSL, and are 4nm wide C) From surface to 18000ft AGL, and have a specific width

A

We use flaps to: A) Make the wing generate more lift at slower airspeeds. B) Make the approach landing flatter. C) Make the critical AOA smaller

A

What hazards to aircraft may exist in an MOA? A) Military training activities that necessitate acrobatic or abrupt flight mauevers B) Unusual, often invisible, hazards to aircraft such as artillery firing, aerial gunnery, or guided missiles C) Aircraft practicing aerobatics

A

What is Load Factor? A) The ratio of Lift over Wight (L/W), and refers to the apparent weight of the airplane when "g" force is increasing or decreasing. B) The amount of work the pilot must do to fly the plane C) The ratio of Thrust to Drag (T/D)

A

When contacting approach Control of a Class C airspace, the controller acknowledges your call sign and advises you to standby. Which of the following is correct? A) You may enter the Class C airspace and expect further instructions B) You declare emergency C) You may not enter the Class C airspace until you receive special authorization

A

When two airplanes are converging: A) The airplane on the right has the right of way B) The multi-engine airplane must give way to the single engine airplane C) The larger airplane has the right of way

A

Which of the following is correct regarding the Attitude indicator? A) It shows whether the airplane is pitching up/down, or banking left/right B) It shows whether the airplane is climbing, descending, or turning left/right

A

Which of the following statements is correct? A) True Airspeed (TAS) is the speed at which the airplane moves through the air, and is used to determine the Groundspeed for navigation B) True Airspeed (TAS) is the speed shown by the airspeed indicator and which the pilot must reference for takeoff and landing

A

With respect to Pilot certification, Class is any of the following: A) Sea, land, single engine, multi engine B) Airplane, Glider, Rotorcraft, Airship C) Aerobatic, Transport, Normal

A

You are taking off on a runway 33 (dry, paved), at an airport with elevation 1000ft. The wind is 330* at 9kts, temperature is 20*C, and the altimeter is 29.92 inHg. If the Gross Takeoff Weight 2200 lbs, what will be the total distance to clear a 50 ft obstacle at the departure end of the runway? A) 1183ft B) 1605ft C) 1315ft

A

A pilot and a friend are going on a sightseeing flight in a Normal category C172. Using the following information and the Loading Arms and CG Envelope graphs, calculate the Weight and Balance of the airplane. Basic Empty Weight (BEW) and moment: 1642 lbs and 62,600 lbs-in Pilot and Front Passenger: 340lbs Fuel: 40gal Maximum Allowable TO Weight: 2550lbs A) The airplane is out of weight limits. The pilot must take 4 gallons less fuel to bring the weight within limits B) The airplane is within W&B limits and will be very stable, but have a higher stall speed. C) The airplane is within W&B limits, but will be less stable with a lower stall speed (NOTE: LOOK AT MANUAL)

B

Angle of Attack is the angle between: A) The longitudinal axis and relative wind B) The chord line and relative wind C) The pitch attitude and horizon

B

As a Private Pilot, you may: A) Charge people to give them sightseeing tours B) Split evenly the cost of a flight with your passengers C) Split the cost of a flight with your passengers, but can choose how much you will contribute D) Fly as required copilot on an air taxi-flight

B

Best Glide Airspeed is the speed at which: A) The airplane glides faster B) Total Drag is minimum and used in case of engine failure

B

Deviation error of the magnetic compass is caused by: A) Acceleration errors of the compass B) Electrical loads and metals in the cockpits C) The angular difference between True and Magnetic North

B

During a spin to the left: A) The wings are not stalled during a spin, but they are both at high AOA B) Both wings are staled C) Only the left wing is stalled

B

During a turn, a steeper bank angle will result in: A) Decreased rate of turn B) Increased rate of turn C) Wider radius of turn

B

If the ball in the turn and bank indicator is displaces to the right during a right turn: A) Apply more left rudder B) Apply more right rudder C) Bank steeper to the right

B

In the Troposphere the atmospheric Lapse Rates are: A) Temperature 4*C and pressure 1 inHg per 1000ft altitude B) Temperature 2*C and pressure 1 inHg per 1000ft altitude C) Temperature 2*F and pressure 1 inHg per 100ft altitude

B

The angle of attack at which an airplane stalls (critical AOA): A) Decreases if the airplane is lighter B) Is not affected by the weight of the airplane C) Increases if the airplane is heavier

B

The first indication of carburetor icing will most likely be: A) Detonation B) Drop of RPM C) Increased RPM

B

The most important action the pilot must do in recovering from a stall is: A) Add full power and climb to regain altitude B) Lower the nose (pitch) to reduce angle of attack C) Roll to the right to stop any left turning tendency

B

Using a lower than recommended fuel grade will result in: A) The engine not being able to start B) Detonation C) Money savings since lower fuel grade is less expensive

B

When temperature and dew point spread is 3*C or less, ad the temperature is at or below freezing, you should expect: A) Heavy snow showers B) Frost to form C) Freezing rain

B

Which of the following are considered CATEGORY for you as an airman? A) Acrobatic, normal, utility B) Airplane, glider, rotorcraft C) Single engine, multi-engine, land D) Helicopter, airship, balloon

B

An airplane will enter a spin only if: A) It is making a very steep turn B) The airspeed is lower than VNO C) It stalls while flying uncoordinated

C

As a pilot you must fasten your seatbelt: A) If you perform acrobatic maneuvers B) For flight in turbulence C) For the entire flight D) For take off and landing only

C

Class D Airspace exists at airports that have: A) An operating control tower B) An approach control facility C) A control tower regardless if it is operating or not

C

For a thunderstorm to form, the following conditions must exist: A) Colder than standard temperature, low humidity, and cumulus clouds B) A warm front and stable air C) Atmospheric instability, high relative humidity, lifting action

C

Ground effect will cause: A) Your passengers to be impressed by your soft landing skill B) Shorter landing distance C) Ballooning and longer landing distance

C

How does the Winds Aloft forecast tell you that wind velocity exceeds 100kts? A) The winds above 24,000ft are always greater than 100 kts B) By adding 100 to wind velocity C) By adding 50 to the wind direction D) By adding 50 to wind direction

C

If the ball in the turn coordinator is deflected in the opposite direction of the turn, it indicates that: A) The turn is well coordinated B) The airplane is in a slip C) The airplane is in a skid

C

If the grade of fuel used in an aircraft is lower than specified for the engine, it will most likely cause: A) Preignition B) Carburator Icing C) Detonation

C

If your Medical Certificate is issued on November 10, 2019, until what date can you use it as Private Pilot? A) November 10, 2024 B) November 10, 2021 C) November 30, 2024 D) November 30, 2021

C

In the northern hemisphere, the winds in a Low Barometric pressure system rotate: A) Clockwise B) Perpendicular to the isobars C) Counterclockwise

C

Parasite drag is affected as follows by airspeed: A) As airspeed decreases, parasite drag increases. B) Parasite drag is not affected by airspeed changes. C) As airspeed increases, parasite drag increases

C

Squall line is a weather phenomenon associated with: A) Slow moving warm fronts B) Stationary fronts during the winter C) Fast moving cold fronts during the summer

C

The angle of attack at which an airplane stalls: A) Becomes smaller as airspeed increases B) Is greater at heavier airplane weights C) Is always the same and depends on the airfoil design

C

The low (bottom) end of the white arc on the airspeed indicator represents: A) The airspeed at which the airplane stalls with flaps retracted B) The VNO C) The airspeed at which the airplane stalls with full flaps

C

The maximum airspeed in Class D airspace: A) 250 Kts B) No limit C) 200 kts D) The slowest airspeed your airplane can fly in clean configuration (flaps up)

C

The performance of the airplane is better when: A) Temperature is high, but humidity is higher than standard B) The air is warmer and barometric pressure lower than standard C) The air is colder and barometric pressure is higher than standard

C

The propeller P factor is most pronounced during: A) Low pitch attitude B) High airspeed C) High pitch attitude

C

The purpose of adjusting the fuel/air mixture at higher altitudes is to: A) Prevent detonation B) Compensate for the increased air density C) Compensate for decreased air density

C

The white range in the airspeed indicator marks the: A) Normal operating range B) Caution operating range C) Range in which flaps may be extended

C

Vx is the airspeed we use when we want to: A) Climb as soon as possible to our cruise altitude B) Keep the engine cooler C) Climb fast above obstacles at the end of the runway

C

When departing from an airport where altimeter setting is 30.20, and flying at indicated altitude of 3500ft to an area where sea level barometric pressure is 30.00, if the altimeter setting is not adjusted, the airplane will be actually flying at: A) 3700ft B) 3480ft C) 3300ft

C

When making a right turn to a heading of 180* using the magnetic compass: A) Rollout at exactly 180* B) Rollout at approximately 160* C) Rollout at approximately 200*

C

Which of the following documents MUST BE in your airplane when you fly as a Private Pilot in a domestic flight? A) Your flight plan if you are on cross-country flight. B) Your logbook, airplane maintenance log, VOR check-logs C) Airworthiness Certificate, Registration Certificate, AFM, Weight and Balance D) No airplane documents as long as you have your pilot certificate.

C

While flying your C172, you notice that you are on a converging course, at the same altitude, with a glider that is coming form your left. A) Both must turn right B) The glider will give way to you, because you are on his right C) You must give the right of way to the glider D) The glider can descend faster, so she must give way to you

C

If you encounter an in-flight emergency that requires immediate action, you may: A) Deviate from any regulation, except part 91 B) Never deviate from regulations without prior approval from ATC C) Only deviate from part 91 regulations D) Deviate from any regulation, to extend meeting the emergency

D

If you plan to takeoff at 8:00am, what is the latest you may consume alcohol? A) 20:00pm last night B) Anytime as long as your blood alcohol level does not exceed 0.01 C) Anytime as long as your blood alcohol level does not exceed 0.04. D) Midnight last night

D

Prior to any flight, which action is required? A) Ensure the tires have 35 psi pressure B) Check if the High Level Prognosis impacts your flight C) Take enough food and refreshments for your flight D) Check all available information affecting your flight

D

See the KCMH TAF, below: KCMH 251139Z 2512/2612 24014G28KT P6SM SCT050 FM251300 24012KT P6SM SCT060 FM251600 24010KT P6SM SKC FM252000 24013G22KT P6SM SKC If you are planning to arrive today at 12:00 noon LOCAL time, waht weather should you expect? A) Scattered clouds at 5000ft, vis at least 6 miles, and southwest winds gusting to 28kts B) This forecast does not cover my arrival time C) Scattered clouds at 500ft, vis 6 sm and gusty winds D) Clear skies and vis more than 6sm

D

What is the lowest altitude you may fly over the city of Columbus? A) As low as you dare. B) 500ft above any obstacle in sight C) 4000ft MSL, because Columbus is in Class C airspace D) 1000ft above the highest obstacle within 2000ft of your position, as long as you can find a place to land safely if your engine quits

D

(T/F) According to Newton's Law, during straight and level un-accelerated flight, the thrust must slightly exceed the total drag to keep the aircraft moving, and lift must slightly exceed weight, to keep the airplane aloft

False

When flying from an area of high barometric pressure, to an area of low barometric pressure: A) The indicated altitude becomes lower, but the true altitude does not change B) The indicated altitude remains the same, but the true altitude gets lower C) The indicated and true altitudes become higher

I think its B

Write, in the correct order, the four strokes of a four-stroke reciprocating airplane engine.

Intake, Compression, Ignition (or power), Exhaust

Write the equation of lift, explain each variable and which of the variables can the pilot change as desired.

L = (1/2) * p * v^2 * S * CL Lift is equal to 1/2 * air density * velocity^2 * surface area of the wing * Coefficient of Lift The only variables which the pilot can change as desired are the surface area of the wing, and the velocity. You can change the surface area of the wing by deploying flaps, and velocity can be increased or decreased at any time. VERY IMPORTANT: Every time you change speed, you MUST change the angle of attack (and therefore the coefficient of lift!)

During landing with a strong left crosswing, the pilot must: A) Let the airplane drift sideways for a smooth touch down B) Touchdown sideways to compensate for crosswind C) Apply left aileron and right rudder, to touch the left main gear first and keep the nose straight

NOT B

To take off or land at Mansfield Airport, the reported weather conditions must be at least: A) Visibility 3sm and ceiling 1000ft B) Visibility 1sm as long as you remain clear of clouds C) Visibility 1sm and ceiling 1000ft

Not C (A?)

Who were the first humans to fly and what was their nationality?

The first humans to fly were Daedeus and Icarus and they were Greek!

What does the fuel octane number represent and what is its importance? (Complete answer to this question is worth 3 points)

What is the significance of higher octane number in the fuel? Please review the subject.