Airplane Flying Handbook Practice Test

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• In an axial-flow compressor, what primarily determines the compressor ratio?
• Which speed yields the most gain in altitude in the least amount of time?
• What certificate is issued by the FAA to aircraft that have proven to meet minimum standards?
• Journals containing a record of total operating time, repairs, alterations or inspections performed, and all Airworthiness Directive notes compiled with are called what?
• Which flight control primarily controls roll about the aircraft's longitudinal axis?
• When navigating without radio navigation aids using pilotage and dead reckoning, which statement is most accurate?
• Which statement correctly defines angle of attack and the critical angle of attack in relation to a stall?
• Which primary flight control surface controls roll about the aircraft's longitudinal axis?
• Which element is not essential when navigating using pilotage and dead reckoning?
• How does weight distribution forward versus aft center of gravity affect stability and elevator effectiveness?
• How do you recognize and recover from an uncoordinated flight or slip?
• What action is recommended during critical phases such as takeoff and landing regarding autopilot?
• Which ADM tool helps identify hazards by evaluating the Pilot, Aircraft, Environment, and External pressures before flight?
• Which speed yields the furthest glide for the least altitude loss when the aircraft is unpowered?
• Which weather products are used for planning according to the AIM?
• In a go-around, what is the recommended sequence for retracting flaps and gear after establishing a positive climb?
• How does altitude affect engine power in a typical fixed-wing single-engine?
• What are the recommended weather information sources for flight planning as described in the AIM?
• What term describes the ballooning climb that occurs when the flare is too aggressive during landing?
• The angle formed by the chord line of the wing and a line parallel to the airplane's longitudinal axis is known as:
• Which ADM tools are included as common decision-making aids in flight operations?
• An instrument that uses an artificial horizon and miniature airplane to depict the airplane's position relative to the true horizon, and senses roll as well as pitch, is the:
• If the center of gravity is aft of the recommended limit, what stabilization and stall characteristics are most likely?
• Which axis runs from the nose to the tail of an aircraft?
• Camber causes the velocity of the airflow immediately above the wing to be higher than below the wing. This statement is:
• Which document, developed by the airplane manufacturer and approved by the FAA, is specific to a particular make and model by serial number and contains operating procedures and limitations?
• Which carburetor type meters fuel through fixed jets according to the mass airflow and discharges it under positive pressure?
• What are the primary components of the pitot-static system and how can blockage or leaks affect indications?
• Which feature is NOT associated with a pressure carburetor when compared to a float-type carburetor?
• What sequence correctly describes calculating weight and CG for a flight?
• How would you recognize and re-correct an inadvertent stall at low altitude with a significant bank?
• Alpha Mode of Operation is typically between what percent of engine operating speed?
• Which turning condition is most associated with a risk of adverse yaw at slow speeds?
• Basic empty weight (GAMA) includes the standard empty weight plus optional equipment that has been installed.
• What is the purpose of anti-ice and deice systems and when should you use them?
• What are typical symptoms of hypoxia, and how can it be prevented in flight?
• Bleed air can be used for which of the following aircraft systems?
• What are the steps of the engine-out procedure in flight for a piston-powered airplane?
• What term describes the characteristic curve of an airfoil’s upper and lower surfaces?
• Bleed air is tapped from which part of a turbine engine?
• What manual port allows the pitot-static instruments to sense static pressure from an alternate location if the primary static port is blocked?
• A reciprocating aircraft engine having rated takeoff power that is producible from sea level to an established higher altitude is called:
• In a turbine engine, what is the primary purpose of the bleed valve?
• Force involved in overcoming inertia, and which may be defined as a change in velocity per unit of time.
• What causes adverse yaw in a turn and how can you prevent it?
• In controlled airspace, what primarily determines VFR weather minimums?
• What is the science of the action of air on an object, and the motion of air on other gases?
• Where is the boost pump typically located in the aircraft fuel system?
• Pitch is controlled about which axis?
• Which field deals with lift production by aircraft and the relative wind around moving bodies?
• What is the purpose of a stabilized approach and how can you identify one?
• Which carburetor type has a vented float chamber?
• The point (altitude) at which, as the indicated airspeed decreases with altitude, it progressively merges with the low speed buffet boundary where pre-stall buffet occurs for the airplane at a load factor of 1.0 G.
• Which items should be included in a thorough preflight action?
• An airfoil is defined as any surface that provides aerodynamic force when interacting with moving air. Which term best fits this definition?
• Which publication is designed primarily as a pilot's operational manual containing all airports, seaplane bases, and heliports open to the public, including communications data and navigational facilities, and is issued in seven geographic volumes?
• What is the actual height above mean sea level at which the aircraft is flying?
• A stabilizer that can be adjusted in flight to trim the airplane, thereby allowing the airplane to fly hands-off at any given airspeed.
• Calibrated Airspeed (CAS) is defined as the indicated airspeed corrected for which factors?
• Airworthiness Directive (AD) notes are compiled with which records?
• Which term describes the distance required to accelerate to V1 with all engines at takeoff power, experience an engine failure at V1, and abort the takeoff and bring the airplane to a stop using braking action only?
• What term describes removable or installed weight used to bring the center of gravity into the allowable range?
• How does density altitude affect takeoff distance and climb performance?
• During an engine failure after takeoff, what is the primary purpose of declaring an emergency?
• In accelerate-go distance, by the time the aircraft reaches 35 feet of altitude, which speed must be attained?
• What term describes a go-around during landing?
• Which statement correctly defines common V-speeds such as Vs, Vs0, Vs1, Vx, Vy, Vne, and Vfe?
• When icing conditions exist or are likely, what is the recommended procedure for anti-ice/deice systems?
• What is the function of elevator trim and how does it affect flight?
• Which component is essential when performing wind correction calculations for pilotage?
• A complete inspection of an aircraft and engine required every 12 calendar months on certificated aircraft, performed by an A&P technician holding an Inspection Authorization, is called:
• What term describes an airfoil with camber in its geometry?
• What is the recovery procedure from a power-off stall?
• Which term describes the overall condition of conforming to design and being safe for flight?
• This phenomenon is caused by staring at a single point of light against a dark background for more than a few seconds, causing the light to appear to move on its own:
• If the primary induction air opening is blocked, which device allows induction air to continue to the engine?
• Which of the following indicates engine overheating and what actions should you take?
• The prevention of the formation of ice on a surface is called:
• Adverse yaw occurs because the outside wing experiences higher induced drag, which also produces more lift. This describes yaw in which direction?
• Components that are used with an engine, but are not a part of the engine itself. Units such as magnetos, carburetors, generators, and fuel pumps are commonly installed engine accessories.
• How do you decide if weather is suitable for VFR flight and what are alternatives if not?
• What device opens to allow induction airflow to continue should the primary induction opening become blocked?
• Which term describes the air in a turbofan that bypasses the engine core?
• When estimating wind using drift and heading corrections, what additional check can improve confidence in your estimate?
• When fuel starvation is suspected, what steps should be taken?
• What term refers to the vertical distance of an airplane above the terrain, or above ground level?
• What term describes an aircraft that conforms to its type certificated design and is in a condition for safe flight after required inspections?
• What is the effect of icing on lift and stall speed, and what action should be taken?
• What device uses engine power to generate electrical power?
• What type of compressor is used in a turbine engine where the airflow is essentially linear and the compressor consists of multiple stages of rotors and stators?
• Which action best describes crosswind touchdown technique?
• Which describes the combination of coordination, timing, control touch, and speed sense in addition to motor skills required to fly an aircraft?
• Which statement best describes the effect of altitude on engine power?
• The three primary axes intersect at the center of gravity at what angle to each other?
• Which statement correctly matches each primary flight control with its axis?
• How would you plan for an off-airport forced landing and what steps would you take to prepare?
• Which term refers to sound acquaintance with the principles of flight and the exercise of sound judgement resulting in optimal safety and efficiency?
• Bypass ratio is defined as the ratio of mass airflow through the fan section to the mass airflow that passes through which portion of the engine?
• Buffeting is best described as the beating or irregular shaking of an aerodynamic surface caused by which condition?
• Define wind shear and explain why it is hazardous during takeoff and landing.
• The position of the aircraft as determined by the relationship of its axes to a reference horizon is called:
• Ice that forms inside the carburetor due to fuel vaporization is known as:
• What constitutes an alternate airport, and when should you plan one?
• To correct possible airspeed errors, which chart should be consulted?
• At which airspeed range are installation and instrument errors in airspeed measurements generally greatest?
• What is the purpose of weight and balance data in flight planning?
• During preflight, why is it important to review known defects and airfield conditions?
• Which document contains operating procedures and limitations specific to a particular airplane make/model as approved by the FAA?
• In a turbofan engine, what is bypass air?
• What is a reasonable reason to maintain wings-level control during a suspected fuel starvation scenario?
• During takeoff, which stall type is more dangerous and why?
• What regulatory notice informs the registered owner of a condition that prevents continued airworthiness and requires compliance within a time limit?
• The attitude indicator provides information about which aspect of flight?
• A maintenance logbook should be kept for which components of an aircraft?
• What is the primary effect of extending flaps on stall speed and approach speed?
• What is the recommended technique for crosswind landings?
• What is the function of a bus tie in power distribution?
• What is the term for the flat portion of a propeller blade that resembles the bottom portion of an airfoil?
• A float-type carburetor consists essentially of which components?
• Which technique helps prevent adverse yaw when starting a turn?
• Cabin pressurization refers to forcing conditioned air into the cabin to simulate pressure conditions at a much lower altitude. What is the main benefit described?
• Which axis passes vertically through the center of gravity?
• What are common aerodynamic stall signs and the immediate corrective actions?
• Which term is the altitude at which a climb is no longer possible?
• Which statement best differentiates absolute altitude from absolute ceiling?
• Which airspace types generally require ATC clearance or communication before entry for VFR flight?
• Accelerate-stop distance ends with bringing the airplane to a stop using braking action only. Which action is not considered in this distance?
• Which document records the compliance actions for an Airworthiness Directive, including date and method of compliance?
• How should you adjust the pitch to maintain best glide when weight and altitude change?
• Bypass ratio is defined as the ratio of mass airflow through the fan to the mass airflow through which portion?
• Accelerate-go distance begins with accelerating to which speed with all engines at takeoff power?
• What are the essential steps of the go-around procedure and why is power management critical?
• How can you determine wind direction and speed when not provided by a weather report?
• What is the actual height above ground level at which the aircraft is flying?
• In a level turn, how does bank angle affect stall speed and load factor?
• An autopilot can be controlled by the pilot or can be coupled to what kind of signal?
• What is the recommended instrument scanning technique to maintain orientation and detect deviations?
• A condition of flight in which the nose of an airplane tends to yaw toward the outside of the turn. This is caused by the higher induced drag on the outside wing, which is also producing more lift.
• Induction system icing is hazardous because it can do what to the fuel/air charge?
• The position of an aircraft as determined by the relationship of its axes and a reference, usually the earth's horizon, is called:
• Buffeting is caused by unsteady flow or gusts leading to irregular motion of which component?
• Which instrument uses ambient atmospheric pressure to indicate altitude?
• Carburetor icing occurs mainly due to what primary cause?
• Who is authorized to conduct an annual inspection on certificated aircraft?
• What describes the boost pump in an aircraft's fuel system?
• How do you obtain magnetic heading from true heading?
• What is Vfe?
• Which device simulates high altitude conditions by reducing interior pressure?
• What are signs of pitot-static blockage and your response?
• What are the limitations of a typical autopilot in a light airplane and when should you disengage it?
• Which term describes the distance required to accelerate to V1 with all engines at takeoff power, experience an engine failure at V1, and continue the takeoff on the remaining engine(s) until V2 is attained?
• What is carbon monoxide poisoning in aircraft and what are the preventive measures?
• Which documents must be carried and current before flight?
• What term refers to the operation of a turboprop engine from takeoff to landing, with alpha operation typically between 95 and 100 percent?
• What is the speed at which the aircraft will produce the most gain in altitude over a given distance?
• What is the acute angle between the chord line of the airfoil and the direction of the relative wind?
• What is the standard engine-out procedure during an engine failure after takeoff in a single-engine airplane?
• What is the relative wind in relation to angle of attack?
• Which flight regime describes a higher airspeed requiring a lower power setting and a lower airspeed requiring a higher power setting to maintain altitude?
• What is the minimum fuel requirement for a VFR flight including reserves?
• What is a potential drawback of extending flaps during approach?
• Which manual contains general information about the make and model of an airplane, is not FAA approved, and is not specific to any serial-numbered airplane?
• Why is it important to keep the center of gravity within the allowable envelope?
• Which flight instrument indicates altitude by sensing pressure changes?
• The maintenance inspection that must be performed every 100 hours on aircraft under 12,500 pounds used for hire is called the
• What is spatial disorientation and how can it be prevented?
• What is the act of starting an aircraft's engine while in flight, especially after flameout, called?
• In cruising and higher airspeed ranges, which two airspeed measures are approximately the same?
• Which statement correctly defines Vne?
• In aircraft electrical systems, what is a bus bar?
• How many volumes comprise the Airport/Facility Directory publication?
• An automatic flight control system that keeps an aircraft in level flight or on a set course, and may be directed by the pilot or coupled to a radio navigation signal is called:
• Which statement correctly defines Vx and Vy?
• Which axis passes from wingtip to wingtip?
• How does weight and balance influence takeoff distance and climb performance?
• Why is coordination important during turning maneuvers to avoid adverse yaw, especially at low speeds?
• What is the purpose of best glide speed?
• The attitude indicator senses roll as well as pitch. Which instrument is this?
• What is the objective of ground reference maneuvers around a fixed point and what bank angle is typically used?
• Which surface of an airfoil typically has more pronounced camber?