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A series of multiple-choice questions covering various aspects of private pilot knowledge, including weather briefings, altimeter settings, aircraft performance, navigation, and flight procedures. It serves as a valuable resource for aspiring private pilots preparing for their end-of-course exam.
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A weather briefing that is provided when the information requested is 6 or more hours in advance of the proposed departure time is - ✔ ✔ an outlook briefing
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 - ✔ ✔ lower than the actual altitude above sea level
(Area B) What is the top for precipitation of the radar return? - ✔ ✔ 24,000 feet MSL
What feature is normally associated with the cumulus stage of a thunderstorm? - ✔ ✔ Continuous updraft
The section of the Area Forecast entitled "VFR CLDS/WX" contains a general description of - ✔ ✔ clouds and weather which cover an area greater than 3,000 square miles and is significant to VFR flight operations
Where does wind shear occur? - ✔ ✔ At all altitudes, in all directions
If a pilot changes the altimeter setting from 30.11 to 29.96, what is the approximate change is indication? - ✔ ✔ Altimeter will indicate 150 feet lower
(Area D) What is the direction and speed of movement of the cell? - ✔ ✔ North at 17 knots
Which condition would cause the altimeter to indicate a lower altitude than true altitude? - ✔ ✔ Air temperature lower than standard
At what altitude is the freezing level over the middle of Florida on the 12-hour Significant Weather Prognostic Chart? - ✔ ✔ 12,000 feet
What is the outlook for the southern half of Indiana after 0700Z? - ✔ ✔ VFR
The basic VFR weather minimums for operating an aircraft within Class D airspace are - ✔ ✔ 1,000 foor ceiling and 3 miles visibility
If an in-flight emergency requires immediate action, the pilot in command may - ✔ ✔ deviate from the FAR's to the extent required to meet that emergency
Maintenance records show the last transponder inspection was performed on September 1, 2006. The next inspection will be due no later than - ✔ ✔ September 30, 2008
In addition to a valid Airworthiness Certificate, what documents or records must be aboard an aircraft during flight? - ✔ ✔ Operating limitations and Registration Certificate
At what altitude shall the altimeter be set to 29.92, when climbing to cruising flight level? - ✔ ✔ 18,000 feet msl
When approaching to land on a runway served by a visual approach slope indicator (VASI), the pilot that - ✔ ✔ maintain an altitude at or above the glide scope
Under what condition, if any, may pilots fly though a restricted area? - ✔ ✔ With the controlling agency's authorization
When telephoning a weather briefing facility for preflight weather information, pilots should state - ✔ ✔ whether the intend to fly VFR only
The VOR is tuned to Bonham VORTAC (area 3), and the aircraft is positioned over the town of Sulphur Springs (area 5). WHich VOR indication is correct? - ✔ ✔ 7
On what course should the VOR receiver (OBS) be set to navigate direct from Hampton Varnville Airport (area 1) to Savannah VORTAC (area 3)?
If the magnetic bearing TO the station is 135 degrees, the magnetic heading is - ✔ ✔ 225 degrees
(Area 2) The elevation of the Chesapeake Regional Airport is - ✔ ✔ 20 feet
If the magnetic bearing TO the station is 240 degrees, the magnetic heading is - ✔ ✔ 195 degrees
How many Global Positioning Systems (GPS) satellites are required to yield a three dimensional position (latitude, longitude, and altitude) and time solution? - ✔ ✔ 4
What should pilots state initially when telephoning a weather briefing facility for preflight weather information? - ✔ ✔ Identify themselves as pilots
A military air station can be identified by a rotating beacon that emits - ✔ ✔ two quick, white flashes between green flashes
Determine the total distance required to land over a 50-foot obstacle. Pressure altitude...7,500 ft Headwind...8 kts Temperature...32 degrees F Runway...Hard surface - ✔ ✔ 1,004 feet
What information should be entered in block 9 for a VFR day flight? - ✔ ✔ The name of destination airport is no stopover for more than 1 hour is anticipated
The numbers 9 and 27 on a runway indicate that the runway is oriented approximately - ✔ ✔ 090 degrees and 270 degrees magnetic
What is the purpose of the runway/runway hold position sign? - ✔ ✔ Denotes area protected for an aircraft approaching or departing a runway
A below glide slow indication from a pulsating approach slope indicator is a - ✔ ✔ pulsating red light
Below FL180, en route weather advisories should be obtained from an FSS on - ✔ ✔ 122.0 MHz
What is the expected fuel consumption for a 1,000-nautical mile flight under the following conditions? - ✔ ✔ 70.1 gallons
What action should a pilot take when operating under VFR in a Military Operations Area (MOA)? - ✔ ✔ Exercise extreme caution when military activity is being conducted
Approximately what true airspeed should a pilot expect with a 65 percent maximum continuous power at 9,500 feet with a temperature of 36 degrees F below standard? - ✔ ✔ 183 MPH
What causes an airplane (except a T-tail) to pitch nosedown when power is reduced and controls are not adjusted? - ✔ ✔ The downwash on the elevators from the propeller slipstream is reduced and elevator effectiveness is reduced
Determine the pressure altitude at an airport that is 3,563 feet MSL with an altimeter setting of 29.96. - ✔ ✔ 3,527 feet MSL
What determines the longitudinal stability of an airplane? - ✔ ✔ The location of the CG with respect to the center of lift
In what flight condition is torque effect the greatest in a single-engine airplane? - ✔ ✔ Low airspeed, high power, high angle of attack
if an airplane weighs 3,300 pounds, what approximate weight would the airplane structure be required to support during a 30 degree banked turn while maintaining altitude? - ✔ ✔ 3,960 pounds
During an approach to a stall, an increased load factor will cause the airplane to - ✔ ✔ stall at a higher airspeed