Chapter 4 Federal Aviation records
A person may not act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft if alcoholic beverages have been consumed by that person within the preceding A. 8 hours. B. 12 hours. C. 24 hours.
A
An airplane and an airship are converging. If the airship is left of the airplane's position, which aircraft has the right-of-way? A. The airship. B. The airplane. C. Each pilot should alter course to the right.
A
Each recreational or private pilot is required to have A. a biennial flight review. В. an annual flight review. C. a semiannual flight review.
A
Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, what is the minimum safe altitude for a pilot to operate an aircraft anywhere? A. An altitude allowing, if a power unit fails, an emergency landing without undue hazard to persons or property on the surface. B. An altitude of 500 feet above the surface and no closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. C. An altitude of 500 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 1,000 feet.
A
Except when necessary for takeoff or landing. an aircraft may not be operated closer than what distance from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure? A. 500 feet. B. 700 feet. C. 1,000 feet.
A
Flight crewmembers are required to keep their safety belts and shoulder harnesses fastened during A. takeoffs and landings. B. all flight conditions. C. flight in turbulent air.
A
How soon after the conviction for driving while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs shall it be reported to the FAA's Security and Hazardous Materials Safety Office? A. No later than 60 days after the motor vehicle action. B. No later than 30 working days after the motor vehicle action. C. Required to be reported upon renewal of medical certificate.
A
If a certificated pilot changes permanent mailing address and fails to notify the FAA Airmen Certification Branch of the new address, the pilot is entitled to exercise the privileges of the pilot certificate for a period of only A. 30 days after the date of the move. B. 60 days after the date of the move. C. 90 days after the date of the move.
A
If you are operating under BasicMed, what is the maximum speed at which you may fly? A. 250 KIAS. B.250 KIAS below 10,000 feet, and 230 KIAS above 10,000 feet. C. 200 KIAS below 10,000 feet, and 230 KIAS above 10,000 feet.
A
To act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying essengers, 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 thewa same type, within the preceding A. 90 days. B. 12 calendar months. C. 24 calendar months.
A
To meet the recency of experience requirements to act as pilot in command carrying passengers at night, a pilot must have made at least three takeoffs and three landings to a full stop within the preceding 90 days in A. the same category and class of aircraft to be used. B. the same type of aircraft to be used. C. any aircraft.
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 flight deck or pilot's compartment. C. Under no condition.
A
Unless otherwise authorized, the maximum indicated airspeed at which aircraft may be flown when at or below 2,500 feet AGL and within 4 nautical miles of the primary airport of Class C airspace is A. 200 knots. B. 230 knots. C. 250 knots.
A
When would a pilot be required to submit a detailed report of an emergency which caused the pilot to deviate from an ATC clearance? A. Within 48 hours if requested by ATC. B. Immediately. C. Within 7 days.
A
Where may an aircraft's operating limitations be found if the aircraft has an Experimental or Special light-sport airworthiness certificate? A. Attached to the Airworthiness Certificate. B. In the current, FAA-approved flight manual. C. In the aircraft airframe and engine logbooks.
A
Which aircraft has the right-of-way over the other aircraft listed? A. Glider. B. Airship. C. Aircraft refueling other aircraft.
A
While experiencing a hangover, a pilot A. will have impaired motor and mental responses. B. is no longer under the influence of alcohol. C. may experience discomfort, but no wimpairment.
A
With certain exceptions, safety belts are required to be secured about passengers during A. taxi, takeoffs, and landings. B. all flight conditions. C. flight in turbulent air.
A
You are planning a trip and one of your passengers states that he prefers not to use his shoulder harness because it is uncomfortable. You should A. explain that it is a mandatory requirement and that he must use the shoulder harness during takeoff and landing. B. allow him to use his seat belt for the entire trip(noo without the shoulder harness. C. allow him to use his seat belt for takeoff and landing and the shoulder harness while en route.
A
You attended a party last night, and you consumed several glasses of wine. You are planning to fly your aircraft home and have been careful to make sure 8 hours have passed since your last alcoholic drink. You can make the flight now only if you are not under the influence of alcohol and your blood alcohol level is A. below .04%. B. below .08%. C. 0.0%.
A
Your cousin wants you to take him flying. You must have made at least three takeoffs and three landings in your aircraft within the preceding A. 90 days. B. 60 days. C. 30 days.
A
airspace, the maximum speed authorized is When flying in the airspace underlying Class B A. 200 knots. B. 230 knots. C. 250 knots.
A
A Third-Class Medical Certificate is issued to a 36-year-old pilot on August 10, this year. To exercise the privileges of a Private Pilot Certificate, the medical certificate will be valid until midnight on A. August 10, 3 years later. B. August 31, 5 years later. C. August 31, 3 years later.
B
A certificated private pilot may not act as pilot in command of an aircraft towing a glider unless there is entered in the pilot's logbook a minimum of A. 100 hours of pilot flight time in any aircraft the pilot is using to tow a glider. B. 100 hours of pilot-in-command time in the aircraft category, class, and type, if required, that the pilot is using to tow a glider. C. 200 hours of pilot-in-command time in the aircraft category, class, and type, if required, that the pilot is using to tow a glider.
B
A recreational or private pilot acting as pilot in command, or in any other capacity as a required pilot flight crewmember, must have in his or her personal possession or readily accessible in the aircraft a current A. logbook endorsement to show that a flight review has been satisfactorily accomplished. B. medical certificate if required and an appropriate pilot certificate. C. endorsement on the pilot certificate to show that a flight review has been satisfactorily accomplished.
B
A seaplane and a motorboat are on crossing Courses. If the motorboat is to the left of the seaplane, which has the right-of-way? A. The motorboat. B. The seaplane. C. Both should alter course to the right
B
According to 14 CFR Part 91, what is the appropriate VFR cruising altitude, when above 3,000 ft. AGL, for a flight on a magnetic course of 090°? A. 4,500 ft. B. 5,500 ft. C. 5,000 ft.
B
According to regulations pertaining to privileges and limitations, a private pilot may A. be paid for the operating expenses of a flight if at least three takeoffs and three landings were made by the pilot within the preceding 90 days. B. not pay less than the pro rata share of the operating expenses of a flight with passengers provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees. C. not be paid in any manner for the operating expenses of a flight.
B
As pilot in command with a recreational certificate, you must have in your personal possession while exercising the privileges of that certificate A. a current logbook endorsement for an accomplished flight review. В. a current pilot and medical certificate. C. a pilot logbook documenting recent experience requirements.
B
At what altitude shall the altimeter be set to 29.92 when climbing to cruising flight level? A. 14,500 feet MSL. B. 18,000 feet MSL. C. 24,000 feet MSL.
B
Each person operating an aircraft at a VFR cruising altitude shall maintain an odd-thousand plus 500-foot altitude while on a A. magnetic heading of 0° through 179°. B. magnetic course of 0° through 179°. C. true course of 0° through 179°.
B
Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, what is the minimum safe altitude required for a pilot to operate an aircraft over other than a congested area? A. An altitude allowing, if a power unit fails, an emergency landing without undue hazard to persons or property on the surface. B. An altitude of 500 feet AGL, except over open water or a sparsely populated area, which requires 500 feet from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. C. An altitude of 500 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 1,000 feet.
B
How soon after the conviction for driving while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs shall it be reported to the FAA, and which department should this be reported to? A. Within 60 days to the Airmen Certification Branch. B. Within 60 days to the Security and Hazardous Materials Safety Office. C. Within 60 days to the Regulatory Support Division.
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 an in-flight emergency requires immediate action, the pilot in command may A. deviate from any rule of 14 CFR part 91 to the extent required to meet the emergency, but must submit a written report to the Administrator within 24 hours. B. deviate from any rule of 14 CFR part 91 to the extent required to meet that emergency. C. not deviate from any rule of 14 CFR part 91 unless prior to the deviation approval is granted by the Administrator.
B
If you are operating under BasicMed, you may fly an aircraft with A.an actual takeoff weight of no more than 6,000 lb. B. a maximum certificated takeoff weight of no more than 6,000 lb. C. any weight, as long as you do not exceed the aircraft's maximum certificated takeoff weight.
B
In regard to privileges and limitations, a private pilot may A. act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying a passenger for compensation if the flight is in connection with a business or employment. B. not pay less than the pro rata share of the operating expenses of a flight with passengers provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees. C. hot be paid in any manner for the operating expenses of a flight.
B
Safety belts are required to be properly secured about which persons in an aircraft and when? A. Pilots only, during takeoffs and landings. B. Passengers, during taxi, takeoffs, and landings only. C. Each person on board the aircraft during the entire flight.
B
The final authority as to the operation of an aircraft is the A. Federal Aviation Administration. B. pilot in command. C. aircraft manufacturer.
B
The pilot in command is required to hold a typelds rating in which aircraft? A. Aircraft operated under an authorization issued by the Administrator. B. Aircraft having a gross weight of more than 12,500 pounds. C. Aircraft involved in ferry flights, training flights, or test flights.
B
The three takeoffs and landings that are required to act as pilot in command at night must be done during the time period from A. sunset to sunrise. B. 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise. C. the end of evening civil twilight to the beginning of morning civil twilight.
B
Under what conditions may objects be dropped from an aircraft? A. Only in an emergency. B. If precautions are taken to avoid injury or damage to persons or property on the surface. C. If prior permission is received from the Federal Aviation Administration.
B
Unless otherwise authorized, what is the maximum indicated airspeed at which a person may Operate an aircraft below 10.000 feet MSL? A. 200 knots. B. 250 knots. C. 288 knots.
B
What action is required when two aircraft of the same category converge, but not head-on? A. The faster aircraft shall give way. B. The aircraft on the left shall give way. C. Each aircraft shall give way to the right.
B
What action, if any, is appropriate if the pilot deviates from an ATC instruction during an emergency and is given priority? A. Take no special action since you are pilot in command. B. File a detailed report within 48 hours to the chief of the appropriate ATC facility, if requested. C. File a report to the FAA Administrator, as soon as possible.
B
What exception, if any, permits a private pilot to act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers who pay for the flight? A. If the passengers pay all the operating expenses. B. If a donation is made to a charitable organization for the flight. C. There is no exception.
B
What is the specific fuel requirement for flight under VFR during daylight hours in an airplane? A. Enough to complete the flight at normal cruising speed with adverse wind conditions. B. Enough to fly to the first point of intended landing and to fly after that for 30 minutes at normal cruising speed. C. Enough to fly to the first point of intended landing and to fly after that for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed.
B
When an ATC clearance has been obtained, no pilot in command may deviate from that clearance unless that pilot obtains an amended clearance. The one exception to this regulation is A. when the clearance states, "at pilot's discretion." B. an emergency. C if the clearance contains a restriction.
B
When are non-rechargeable batteries of anunim locator transmitter (ELT) required to be emergency replaced? A. Every 24 months. B. When 50 percent of their useful life expires. C. At the time of each 100-hour or annual inspection.
B
When flying in a VFR corridor designated through Class B airspace, the maximum speed authorized is A. 180 knots. B. 200 knots. C. 250 knots.
B
When must batteries in an emergency locator transmitter (ELT) be replaced or recharged, if rechargeable? A. After any inadvertent activation of the ELT. B. When the ELT has been in use for more than 1 cumulative hour. C. When the ELT can no longer be heard over the airplane's communication radio receiver.
B
Where may an aircraft's operating limitations be found? A. On the Airworthiness Certificate. B. In the current, FAA-approved flight manual, approved manual material, markings, and placards, or any combination thereof. C. In the aircraft airframe and engine logbooks.
B
Which VFR cruising altitude is appropriate when flying above 3,000 feet AGL on a magnetic course of 185°? A. 4,000 feet. B. 4,500 feet. C. 5,000 feet.
B
Which aircraft has the right-of-way over all other air traffic? A. A balloon. B. An aircraft in distress. C. An aircraft on final approach to land.
B
Which aircraft has the right-of-way over the other aircraft listed? A. Airship. B. Aircraft towing other aircraft. C. Gyroplane.
B
Which preflight action is specifically required of the pilot prior to each flight? A. Check the aircraft logbooks for appropriate entries. B. Become familiar with all available information concerning the flight. C. Review wake turbulence avoidance procedures.
B
Who is responsible for determining if an aircraft is in condition for safe flight? A. A certificated aircraft mechanic. B. The pilot in command. C.The owner or operator.
B
With respect to passengers, what obligation, if any, does a pilot in command have concerning the use of safety belts? A. The pilot in command must instruct the passengers to keep their safety belts fastened for the entire flight. B. The pilot in command must brief the passengers on the use of safety belts and Wnotify them to fasten their safety belts during taxi, takeoff, and landing. C. The pilot in command has no obligation in regard to passengers' use of safety belts.
B
You are PIC of a flight. During your preflight, you notice a mechanical discrepancy that you think makes the aircraft unairworthy. Who is responsible for determination? A. A certificated aircraft mechanic. B. The pilot-in-command. C. The owner or operator.
B
performance airplane, a pilot must have In order to act as pilot in command of a high- A. made and logged three solo takeoffs and landings in a high-performance airplane. B. received and logged ground and flight instruction in an airplane that has more than 200 horsepower. C. passed a flight test in a high-performance airplane.
B
A Third-Class Medical Certificate is issued to a 51-year-old pilot on May 3, this year. To exercise thebaia privileges of a Private Pilot Certificate, the medicalo certificate will be valid until midnight on A. May 3, 1 year later. B. May 31, 1 year later. C. May 31, 2 years later.
C
According to 14 CFR part 91, at what minimum altitude may an airplane be operated unless necessary for takeoff and landing? A. In congested areas, you must maintain 500 feet over obstacles, and no closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. any obstacle within a horizontal radius of B. In uncongested areas, 1,000 feet overhe 2,000 feet. without undue hazard, if a power unit fails. C. An altitude allowing for an emergency landing
C
As Pilot in Command of an aircraft, under which situation can you deviate from an ATC clearance? A. When operating in Class A airspace at night. B. If an ATC clearance is not understood and in VFR conditions. C. In response to a traffic alert and collision avoidance system resolution advisory.
C
As pilot-in-command of an aircraft, you may deviate from an ATC clearance when A. flying in the outer ring of Class C airspace. B. operating under VFR in Class B airspace. C. there is an in-flight emergency requiring immediate action.
C
Before a person holding a private pilot certificate may act as pilot in command of a high-performance airplane, that person must have A. passed a flight test in that airplane from an FAA inspector. B. an endorsement in that person's logbook that he or she is competent to act as pilot in command. C. received ground and flight instruction from an authorized flight instructor who then endorses that person's logbook.
C
Each person who holds a pilot certificate or medical certificate shall present it for inspection upon the request of any A. authorized representative of the Department of Transportation. B. person in a position of authority. C. local law enforcement officer.
C
Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, what is the minimum safe altitude required for a pilot to operate an aircraft over congested areas? A. An altitude of 1,000 feet above any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. B. An altitude of 500 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of trais1,000 feet of the aircraft. C. An altitude of 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 2,000 feet of the aircraft.
C
For a VFR flight not in the vicinity of an airport, the PIC must A. file a VFR flight plan with the nearest flight service. B. obtain and squawk a discrete transponder code. C. determine runway lengths at airports of intended use.
C
For private pilot operations, a Second-Class Medical Certificate issued to a 42-year-old pilot on July 15, this year, will expire at midnight on A. July 15, 2 years later. B. July 31, 1 year later. C. July 31, 2 years later.
C
For private pilot operations, issued to a 23-year-old pilot on a First-Class Medical Certificate October 21, this year, will expire at midnight on A. October 21, 2 years later. B. October 31, next year. C. October 31, 5 years later.
C
If a recreational or private pilot had a flight review on August 8, this year, when is the next flight review required? A. August 8, next year. B. August 31, 1 year later. C. August 31, 2 years later.
C
If a recreational or private pilot had a flight reviewan on October 30, this year, when is the next flight review required? A. October 30, 2 years later. B. October 31, next year. C. October 31, 2 years later.
C
If recency of experience requirements for night flight are not met and official sunset is 1830, the latest time passengers may be carried is A. 1829. B. 1859. C. 1929.
C
In addition to a valid Airworthiness Certificate, what documents or records must be aboard an aircraft during flight? A. Aircraft engine and airframe logbooks, and owner's manual. B. Radio operator's permit, and repair and alteration forms. C. Operating limitations and Registration Certificate.
C
In addition to other preflight actions for a VFR from the vicinity of the departure airport, flight away regulations specifically require the pilot in .command to A. review traffic control light signal procedures. B. check the accuracy of the navigation equipment and the emergency locator transmitter (ELT). C. determine runway lengths at airports of intended use and the aircraft's takeoff and landing distance data.
C
In order to qualify for BasicMed, you must have received a comprehensive examination from: A. An FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner within the previous 60 months. В. A state-licensed physician within the previous 24 months. C. A state-licensed physician within the previous 48 months.
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. В. .004 percent by weight or more alcohol in the blood. C. .04 percent by weight or more alcohol in the blood.
C
No person may operate an aircraft in formation flight A. over a densely populated area. B. in Class D airspace under special VFR. C. except by prior arrangement with the pilot in command of each aircraft.
C
Preflight action, as required for all flights away from the vicinity of an airport, shall include A. the designation of an alternate airport. B. a study of arrival procedures at airports/ heliports of intended use. C. an alternate course of action if the flight cannot be completed as planned.
C
The takeoffs and landings required to meet the recency of experience requirements for carrying passengers in a tailwheel airplane A. may be touch and go or full stop. B. must be touch and go. C. must be to a full stop.
C
To act as PIC of a high-performance airplane, which training or experience would meet the additional requirements? A. Logged at least five hours as SIC in a high- performance or turbine-powered airplane in the last 12 calendar months. B. Received and logged ground and flight training in an airplane with retractable landing gear, flaps, and controllable-pitch propeller. C. Received and logged ground and flightibeoo bet training in a high-performance airplane and a received a logbook endorsement.
C
To act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers, a pilot must show by logbook review or completion of a pilot proficiency check endorsement the satisfactory completion of a flight within the preceding A. 6 calendar months. B. 12 calendar months. C. 24 calendar months.
C
To act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers, the pilot must have made three takeoffs and three landings within the preceding 90 days in an aircraft of the same A. make and model. B. category and class, but not type. C. category, class, and type, if a type rating iIS required.
C
To act as pilot in command of an aircraft towing a glider, a pilot is required to have made within the preceding 24 months A. at least three flights as observer in a glider being towed by an aircraft. B. at least three flights in a powered glider. C. at least three actual or simulated glider tows while accompanied by a qualified pilot.
C
What action should the pilots of a glider and an airplane take if on a head-on collision course? A. The airplane pilot should give way to the left. B. The glider pilot should give way to the right. C. Both pilots should give way to the right.
C
What document(s) must be in your personal possession or readily accessible in the aircraft while operating as pilot in command of an aircraft? A. Certificates showing accomplishment of a checkout in the aircraft and a current biennial flight review. B. A pilot certificate with an endorsement review and a pilot logbook showing recency of showing accomplishment of an annual flightnoitenir experience. C. An appropriate appropriate current medical certificate if pilot certificate and an required.
C
What is the definition of a high-performanceand airplane? A. An airplane with 180 horsepower, or retractable landing gear, flaps, and a fixed- pitch propeller. B. An airplane with a normal cruise speed in excess of 200 knots. C. An airplane with an engine of more than 200 horsepower.
C
What is the specific fuel requirement for flight under VFR at night in an airplane? A. Enough to complete the flight at normal cruising speed with adverse wind conditions. B. Enough to fly to the first point of intended mplaclanding and to fly after that for 30 minutes at normal cruising speed.on C. Enough to fly to the first point of intended landing and to fly after that for 45 minutes at normal cruising speed.
C
When may an emergency locator transmitter (ELT) be tested? A. Any time. B. At 15 and 45 minutes past the hour. C. During the first 5 minutes after the hour.
C
When must a current pilot certificate be in the pilot's personal possession or readily accessible in the aircraft? A. When acting as a crew chief during launch and recovery. B. Only when passengers are carried.mos C. Any time when acting as pilot in command or as a required crewmember.
C
When must a pilot who deviates from a regulation during an emergency send a written report of that deviation to the Administrator? A. Within 7 days. B. Within 10 days. C. Upon request.
C
When two or more aircraft are approaching an airport for the purpose of landing, the right-of-way belongs to the aircraft A. that has the other to its right. B. that is the least maneuverable. C. at the lower altitude, but it shall not take advantage of this rule to cut in front of or to overtake another.s
C
Which VFR cruising altitude is acceptable for a flight on a Victor Airway with a magnetic course of 175°? The terrain is less than 1,000 feet. A. 4,500 feet. B. 5,000 feet. C. 5,500 feet.
C
Which best describes the flight conditions under which flight crewmembers are specifically required to keep their safety belts and shoulder harnesses fastened? A. Safety belts during takeoff and landing; shoulder harnesses during takeoff and landing. B. Safety belts during takeoff and landing; shoulder harnesses during takeoff and landing and while en route. C. Safety belts during takeoff and landing and while en route; shoulder harnesses during takeoff and landing.
C
Which cruising altitude is appropriate for a VFR flight on a magnetic course of 135°? A. Even thousand. B. Even thousand plus 500 feet. C. Odd thousand plus 500 feet.
C
You are pilot-in-command of a VFR flight that you think will be within the fuel range of your aircraft. As part of your preflight planning you must A. be familiar with all instrument approaches at the destination airport. B. list an alternate airport on the flight plan, and confirm adequate takeoff and landing performance at the destination airport. C. obtain weather reports, forecasts, and fuel requirements for the flight.
C
You have accomplished 25 takeoffs and landings in multi-engine land airplanes in the previous 45 days. For a flight you plan to conduct today, this meets the PIC recency of experience requirements to carry passengers in which airplanes? A. Multi- or single-engine land. B. Single-engine land airplane. C. Multi-engine land airplane.
C
You own an aircraft which is certificated to carry 8 occupants and has a total of 8 seats installed, including the pilot's seat. You have recently elected to fly under BasicMed. May you continue to fly the aircraft? A. Yes, if you remove two of the seats. B. Yes, as long as you carry no more than 5 passengers. C. No.
C
