Lesson 5, Aviation Midterm 1, Lesson 6, Lesson 7, Lesson 8, Lesson 9, Lesson 10, Aviation Midterm 2, Lesson 11, Lesson 12, Lesson 13, Lesson 14, Lesson 15, Lesson 16

Before a person holding a private pilot certificate may act as pilot in command of a high-performance airplane, that person must have a) received ground and flight instruction from an authorized flight instructor who then endorses that person's logbook. b) an endorsement in that person's logbook that he or she is competent to act as pilot in command. c) passed a flight test in that airplane from an FAA inspector.

A

Clouds, fog, or dew will always form when A water vapor condenses. B water vapor is present. C relative humidity reaches 100 percent.

A

Deviation in a magnetic compass is caused by the a) magnetic fields within the aircraft distorting the lines of magnetic force. b) presence of flaws in the permanent magnets of the compass. c) difference in the location between true north and magnetic north.

A

During flight, when are the indications of a magnetic compass accurate? A Only in straight-and-level unaccelerated flight. B As long as the airspeed is constant. C During turns if the bank does not exceed 18°.

A

A stronger pressure gradient at higher altitudes. B friction between the wind and the surface. C stronger Coriolis force at the surface.

B

Clouds are divided into four families according to their A outward shape. B height range. C composition.

B

Crests of standing mountain waves may be marked by stationary, lens-shaped clouds known as A mammatocumulus clouds. B standing lenticular clouds. C roll clouds.

B

What is true altitude? A The vertical distance of the aircraft above sea level. B The vertical distance of the aircraft above the surface. C The height above the standard datum plane.

A

When are the four forces that act on an airplane in equilibrium? a) During unaccelerated flight. b) When the aircraft is accelerating. c) When the aircraft is at rest on the ground.

A

Which V-speed represents maneuvering speed? a) Va. b) Vne. c) Vlo.

A

Which would most likely result in hyperventilation? a) Emotional tension, anxiety, or fear. b) An extremely slow rate of breathing and insufficient oxygen. c) The excessive consumption of alcohol.

A

Which would provide the greatest gain in altitude in the shortest distance during climb after takeoff? a) Vx. b) Va. c) Vy.

A

During flight, when are the indications of a magnetic compass accurate? a) During turns if the bank does not exceed 18°. b) Only in straight-and-level unaccelerated flight. c) As long as the airspeed is constant.

B

When may an emergency locator transmitter (ELT) be tested? a) At 15 and 45 minutes past the hour. b) During the first 5 minutes after the hour. c) Anytime.

B

Which conditions result in the formation of frost? A The temperature of the collecting surface is at or below freezing when small droplets of moisture fall on the surface. B The temperature of the collecting surface is at or below the dewpoint of the adjacent air and the dewpoint is below freezing. C The temperature of the surrounding air is at or below freezing when small drops of moisture fall on the collecting surface.

B

Which procedure is recommended to ensure that the emergency locator transmitter (ELT) has not been activated? a) Turn off the aircraft ELT after landing. b) Monitor 121.5 before engine shutdown. c) Ask the airport tower if they are receiving an ELT signal.

B

Who is responsible for ensuring Airworthiness Directives (AD's) are complied with? a) Repair station. b) Owner or operator. c) Mechanic with inspection authorization (IA).

B

Altimeter setting is the value to which the barometric pressure scale of the altimeter is set so the altimeter indicates A calibrated altitude at field elevation. B absolute altitude at field elevation. C true altitude at field elevation.

C

An almond or lens-shaped cloud which appears stationary, but which may contain winds of 50 knots or more, is referred to as A an inactive frontal cloud. B a funnel cloud. C a lenticular cloud.

C

If the grade of fuel used in an aircraft engine is lower than specified for the engine, it will most likely cause a) lower cylinder head temperatures. b) a mixture of fuel and air that is not uniform in all cylinders. c) detonation

C

If the temperature/dewpoint spread is small and decreasing, and the temperature is 62 °F, what type weather is most likely to develop? A Freezing precipitation. B Thunderstorms. C Fog or low clouds.

C

In the Northern Hemisphere, the magnetic compass will normally indicate a turn toward the south when A a left turn is entered from an east heading. B a right turn is entered from a west heading. C the aircraft is decelerated while on a west heading.

C

No person may attempt to act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft with a) .008 percent by weight or more alcohol in the blood. b) .004 percent by weight or more alcohol in the blood. c) .04 percent by weight or more alcohol in the blood.

C

Susceptibility to carbon monoxide poisoning increases as a) air pressure increases. b) altitude decreases. c) altitude increases.

C

The airworthiness of an aircraft can be determined by a preflight inspection and a a) log book endorsement from a flight instructor. b) statement from the owner or operator that the aircraft is airworthy. c) review of the maintenance records.

C

The amount of excess load that can be imposed on the wing of an airplane depends upon the a) abruptness at which the load is applied. b) position of the CG. c) speed of the airplane.

C

The definition of nighttime is a) sunset to sunrise. b) 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise. c) the time between the end of evening civil twilight and the beginning of morning civil twilight.

C

The development of thermals depends upon A a counterclockwise circulation of air. B temperature inversions. C solar heating.

C

The pitot system provides impact pressure for which instrument? A Altimeter. B Vertical-speed indicator. C Airspeed indicator.

C

Which would most likely cause the cylinder head temperature and engine oil temperature gauges to exceed their normal operating ranges? a) Using fuel that has a higher-than-specified fuel rating. b) Operating with higher-than-normal oil pressure. c) Using fuel that has a lower-than-specified fuel rating.

C

(Refer to figure 4.) What is the full flap operating range for the airplane? A 60 to 100 MPH. B 60 to 208 MPH. C 65 to 165 MPH.

A

(Refer to figure 4.) What is the maximum flaps-extended speed? a) 100 MPH. b) 65 MPH. c) 165 MPH.

A

(Refer to figure 5.) A turn coordinator provides an indication of the A movement of the aircraft about the yaw and roll axes. B angle of bank up to but not exceeding 30°. C attitude of the aircraft with reference to the longitudinal axis.

A

How do variations in temperature affect the altimeter? A Pressure levels are raised on warm days and the indicated altitude is lower than true altitude. B Higher temperatures expand the pressure levels and the indicated altitude is higher than true altitude. C Lower temperatures lower the pressure levels and the indicated altitude is lower than true altitude.

A

If a pilot suspects that the engine (with a fixed-pitch propeller) is detonating during climb-out after takeoff, the initial corrective action to take would be to a) lower the nose slightly to increase airspeed. b) apply carburetor heat. c) lean the mixture.

A

One purpose of the dual ignition system on an aircraft engine is to provide for a) improved engine performance. b) uniform heat distribution. c) balanced cylinder head pressure.

A

Possible mountain wave turbulence could be anticipated when winds of 40 knots or greater blow A across a mountain ridge, and the air is stable. B down a mountain valley, and the air is unstable. C parallel to a mountain peak, and the air is stable.

A

The operating principle of float-type carburetors is based on the a) difference in air pressure at the venturi throat and the air inlet. b) increase in air velocity in the throat of a venturi causing an increase in air pressure. c) automatic metering of air at the venturi as the aircraft gains altitude.

A

Under what condition will true altitude be lower than indicated altitude? A In colder than standard air temperature. B In warmer than standard air temperature. C When density altitude is higher than indicated altitude.

A

Under what condition, if any, may a pilot allow a person who is obviously under the influence of drugs to be carried aboard an aircraft? a) In an emergency or if the person is a medical patient under proper care. b) Only if the person does not have access to the cockpit or pilot c) Under no condition.

A

What are the processes by which moisture is added to unsaturated air? A Evaporation and sublimation. B Heating and condensation. C Supersaturation and evaporation.

A

What are the standard temperature and pressure values for sea level? A 15 °C and 29.92 inches Hg. B 59 °C and 1013.2 millibars. C 59 °F and 29.92 millibars.

A

What causes variations in altimeter settings between weather reporting points? A Unequal heating of the Earth B Variation of terrain elevation. C Coriolis force.

A

What is an important airspeed limitation that is not color coded on airspeed indicators? a) Maneuvering speed. b) Never-exceed speed. c) Maximum structural cruising speed.

A

Who is primarily responsible for maintaining an aircraft in airworthy condition? a) Owner or operator. b) Mechanic. c) Pilot-in-command.

A

With respect to the certification of aircraft, which is a class of aircraft? a) Airplane, rotorcraft, glider, balloon. b) Normal, utility, acrobatic, limited. c) Transport, restricted, provisional.

A

(Refer to figure 1 in the computer testing supplement.) The acute angle A is the angle of a) dihedral b) attack c) incidence

B

(Refer to figure 4.) What is the maximum flaps-extended speed? A 65 MPH. B 100 MPH. C 165 MPH.

B

(Refer to figure 4.) What is the maximum structural cruising speed? A 100 MPH. B 165 MPH. C 208 MPH.

B

(Refer to figure 4.) Which color identifies the normal flap operating range? a) The lower limit of the white arc to the upper limit of the green arc. b) The white arc. c) The green arc.

B

(Refer to figure 5.) A turn coordinator provides an indication of the a) angle of bank up to but not exceeding 30°. b) movement of the aircraft about the yaw and roll axes. c) attitude of the aircraft with reference to the longitudinal axis.

B

(Refer to figure 7.) How should a pilot determine the direction of bank from an attitude indicator such as the one illustrated? a) By the direction of deflection of the banking scale (A). b) By the relationship of the miniature airplane (C) to the deflected horizon bar (B). c) By the direction of deflection of the horizon bar (B).

B

(Refer to figure 8.) Determine the density altitude for these conditions: Altimeter setting 29.25 Runway temperature +81°F Airport elevation 5,250 ft MSL a) 4,600 feet MSL. b) 8,500 feet MSL. c) 5,877 feet MSL.

B

How long does the Airworthiness Certificate of an aircraft remain valid? a) As long as the aircraft has a current Registration Certificate. b) As long as the aircraft is maintained and operated as required by Federal Aviation Regulations. c) Indefinitely, unless the aircraft suffers major damage.

B

If an alteration or repair substantially affects an aircraft's operation in flight, that aircraft must be test flown by an appropriately-rated pilot and approved for return to service prior to being operated a) by any private pilot. b) with passengers aboard. c) for compensation or hire.

B

If an altimeter setting is not available before flight, to which altitude should the pilot adjust the altimeter? A The elevation of the nearest airport corrected to mean sea level. B The elevation of the departure area. C Pressure altitude corrected for nonstandard temperature.

B

If the pitot tube and outside static vents become clogged, which instruments would be affected? A The altimeter, airspeed indicator, and turn-and-slip indicator. B The altimeter, airspeed indicator, and vertical speed indicator. C The altimeter, attitude indicator, and turn-and-slip indicator.

B

In the Northern Hemisphere, a magnetic compass will normally indicate initially a turn toward the west if A a left turn is entered from a north heading. B a right turn is entered from a north heading. C an aircraft is accelerated while on a north heading.

B

In the Northern Hemisphere, if an aircraft is accelerated or decelerated, the magnetic compass will normally indicate A a turn momentarily. B correctly when on a north or south heading. C a turn toward the south.

B

In the Northern Hemisphere, if an aircraft is accelerated or decelerated, the magnetic compass will normally indicate a) a turn momentarily. b) correctly when on a north or south heading. c) a turn toward the south.

B

In the Northern Hemisphere, the magnetic compass will normally indicate a turn toward the south when a) a right turn is entered from a west heading. b) the aircraft is decelerated while on a west heading. c) a left turn is entered from an east heading.

B

Large accumulations of carbon monoxide in the human body result in a) tightness across the forehead. b) loss of muscular power. c) an increased sense of well-being.

B

Maintenance records show the last transponder inspection was performed on September 1, 1993. The next inspection will be due no later than a) September 30, 1994. b) September 30, 1995. c) September 1, 1995.

B

Rapid or extra deep breathing while using oxygen can cause a condition known as a) aerotitis. b) hyperventilation. c) aerosinusitis.

B

The amount of water vapor which air can hold depends on the A dewpoint. B air temperature. C stability of the air.

B

What type fuel can be substituted for an aircraft if the recommended octane is not available? a) The next lower octane aviation gas. b) The next higher octane aviation gas. c) Unleaded automotive gas of the same octane rating.

B

The responsibility for ensuring that an aircraft is maintained in an airworthy condition is primarily that of the a) mechanic who performs the work. b) owner or operator. c) pilot in command.

B

The suffix 'nimbus,' used in naming clouds, means A a cloud with extensive vertical development. B a rain cloud. C a middle cloud containing ice pellets.

B

Under what condition is indicated altitude the same as true altitude? A If the altimeter has no mechanical error. B When at sea level under standard conditions. C When at 18,000 feet MSL with the altimeter set at 29.92.

B

Under which condition will pressure altitude be equal to true altitude? A When the atmospheric pressure is 29.92 inches Hg. B When standard atmospheric conditions exist. C When indicated altitude is equal to the pressure altitude.

B

What is absolute altitude? A The altitude read directly from the altimeter. B The vertical distance of the aircraft above the surface. C The height above the standard datum plane.

B

(Refer to figure 2 in the computer testing supplement.) If an airplane weighs 2,300 pounds, what approximate weight would the airplane structure be required to support during a 60° banked turn while maintaining altitude? a) 3,400 pounds. b) 2,300 pounds. c) 4,600 pounds.

C

(Refer to figure 3.) Altimeter 1 indicates A 500 feet. B 1,500 feet. C 10,500 feet.

C

(Refer to figure 35.) Approximately what true airspeed should a pilot expect with 65 percent maximum continuous power at 9,500 feet with a temperature of 36 °F below standard? a) 181 MPH. b) 178 MPH. c) 183 MPH.

C

(Refer to figure 4.) The maximum speed at which the airplane can be operated in smooth air is A 100 MPH. B 165 MPH. C 208 MPH.

C

(Refer to figure 4.) What is the caution range of the airplane? A 0 to 60 MPH. B 100 to 165 MPH. C 165 to 208 MPH.

C

(Refer to figure 4.) Which color identifies the never-exceed speed? A Lower limit of the yellow arc. B Upper limit of the white arc. C The red radial line.

C

(Refer to figure 4.) Which color identifies the normal flap operating range? A The lower limit of the white arc to the upper limit of the green arc. B The green arc. C The white arc.

C

(Refer to figure 4.) Which color identifies the power-off stalling speed in a specified configuration? A Upper limit of the green arc. B Upper limit of the white arc. C Lower limit of the green arc.

C

(Refer to figure 4.) Which color identifies the power-off stalling speed with wing flaps and landing gear in the landing configuration? A Upper limit of the green arc. B Upper limit of the white arc. C Lower limit of the white arc.

C

(Refer to figure 6.) To receive accurate indications during flight from a heading indicator, the instrument must be A set prior to flight on a known heading. B calibrated on a compass rose at regular intervals. C periodically realigned with the magnetic compass as the gyro precesses.

C

(Refer to figure 7.) How should a pilot determine the direction of bank from an attitude indicator such as the one illustrated? A By the direction of deflection of the banking scale (A). B By the direction of deflection of the horizon bar (B). C By the relationship of the miniature airplane (C) to the deflected horizon bar (B).

C

(Refer to figure 7.) The proper adjustment to make on the attitude indicator during level flight is to align the A horizon bar to the level-flight indication. B horizon bar to the miniature airplane. C miniature airplane to the horizon bar.

C

Completion of an annual inspection and the return of the aircraft to service should always be indicated by a) the relicensing date on the Registration Certificate. b) an inspection sticker placed on the instrument panel that lists the annual inspection completion date. c) an appropriate notation in the aircraft maintenance records.

C

Convective circulation patterns associated with sea breezes are caused by A warm, dense air moving inland from over the water. B water absorbing and radiating heat faster than the land. C cool, dense air moving inland from over the water.

C

Deviation in a magnetic compass is caused by the A presence of flaws in the permanent magnets of the compass. B difference in the location between true north and magnetic north. C magnetic fields within the aircraft distorting the lines of magnetic force.0

C

During the run-up at a high-elevation airport, a pilot notes a slight engine roughness that is not affected by the magneto check but grows worse during the carburetor heat check. Under these circumstances, what would be the most logical initial action? a) Reduce manifold pressure to control detonation. b) Taxi back to the flight line for a maintenance check. c) Check the results obtained with a leaner setting of the mixture.

C

Every physical process of weather is accompanied by, or is the result of, a A movement of air. B pressure differential. C heat exchange.

C

If a flight is made from an area of low pressure into an area of high pressure without the altimeter setting being adjusted, the altimeter will indicate A the actual altitude above sea level. B higher than the actual altitude above sea level. C lower than the actual altitude above sea level.

C

If a pilot changes the altimeter setting from 30.11 to 29.96, what is the approximate change in indication? A Altimeter will indicate .15 inches Hg higher. B Altimeter will indicate 150 feet higher. C Altimeter will indicate 150 feet lower.

C

If it is necessary to set the altimeter from 29.15 to 29.85, what change occurs? A 70-foot increase in indicated altitude. B 70-foot increase in density altitude. C 700-foot increase in indicated altitude.

C

To act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers, the pilot must have made at least three takeoffs and three landings in an aircraft of the same category, class, and if a type rating is required, of the same type, within the preceding a) 24 calendar months. b) 12 calendar months. c) 90 days.

C

What causes an airplane (except a T-tail) to pitch nosedown when power is reduced and controls are not adjusted? a) The CG shifts forward when thrust and drag are reduced. b) When thrust is reduced to less than weight, lift is also reduced and the wings can no longer support the weight. c) The downwash on the elevators from the propeller slipstream is reduced and elevator effectiveness is reduced.

C

What does the red line on an airspeed indicator represent? A Maneuvering speed. B Turbulent or rough-air speed. C Never-exceed speed.

C

What effect does high density altitude have on aircraft performance? a) It increases engine performance. b) It increases takeoff performance. c) It reduces climb performance.

C

What is an important airspeed limitation that is not color coded on airspeed indicators? A Never-exceed speed. B Maximum structural cruising speed. C Maneuvering speed.

C

What is meant by the term 'dewpoint'? A The temperature at which condensation and evaporation are equal. B The temperature at which dew will always form. C The temperature to which air must be cooled to become saturated.

C

What is the purpose of the rudder on an airplane? a) To control overbanking tendency. b) To control roll. c) To control yaw.

C

What is the relationship of lift, drag, thrust, and weight when the airplane is in straight-and-level flight? a) Lift, drag, and weight equal thrust. b) Lift and weight equal thrust and drag. c) Lift equals weight and thrust equals drag.

C

Which basic flight maneuver increases the load factor on an airplane as compared to straight-and-level flight? a) Stalls. b) Climbs. c) Turns.

C