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Q

What documents are required on board the airplane?

A
Airworthiness Certificate
Registration Certificate
Radio Class Liscence
Operator's Handbook (POH)
Weight & Balance Data
1
Q

What should you use to ensure that all steps are completed when performing a preflight inspection?

A

Checklists

2
Q

How can you tell when water is present in a fuel sample?

A

Water is denser than fuel, thus the fuel will “sit” on top of the water.

3
Q

True/False. Nicks on the propeller can cause excessive stress and should be checked by a certified mechanic.

A

True

4
Q

What documents are not required to be on board the airplane?

A
Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
Maintenance records
5
Q

True/False. Before you start the engine, a thorough look around the propeller eliminates the need for opening a window or door and shouting “CLEAR!”

A

False

6
Q

The primer pumps fuel into what part of the engine?

A

The intake system.

7
Q

Where would you find the procedural information on starting the airplane with a external power source?

A

The POH.

8
Q

After you start the engine in cold weather, the oil pressure should register properly within how many seconds?

A

60

9
Q

After starting the engine, what action should be taken if the oil pressure does not register within the green arc in the recommended time?

A

Shut down the engine and make sure the oil is full.

10
Q

True/False. Taxi speed is primarily controlled by using the brakes.

A

False. Power controls are mainly used. If speed is need to decrease more, then brakes are applied.

11
Q

Does the effectiveness of the aileron, rudder, and elevator controls increase or decrease as the airplane’s speed decreases?

A

Decrease

12
Q

What action is helpful in reducing the radius of a turn while taxiing?

A

Using the brake that is in the direction of the turn.

13
Q

How would you quarter a head wind while taxiing?

A

Fully turn yoke into the wind and maintain a neutral position of the elevators. Use rudder to maintain centerline.

14
Q

How would you quarter a tailwind while taxiing?

A

Fully turn yoke away from the wind and push the yoke full forward. Use rudder to maintain centerline.

15
Q

Why should you position the nose of the airplane into the wind during the runup?

A

To keep the engine cool.

16
Q

True/False. If the altimeter setting is not available during the before takeoff check, you can adjust the altimeter to agree with field elevation.

A

False.

17
Q

As you apply carburetor heat during the runup should the r.p.m. increase or decrease?

A

Decease.

18
Q

What may occur if sufficient vacuum pressure is not maintained?

A

Unreliable gyro indications on the gyro instruments. Dirty air filter.

19
Q

True/False. Unless you are assigned a discrete transponder code, you should use 1220 for VFR flight.

A

False. The code for VFR flight is 1200

20
Q

Why should you ensure the carburetor heat is COLD while taxiing?

A

To prevent unfiltered air from being drawn into the carburetor, causing damage to internal components.

21
Q

How can you check for accidental activation of your ELT?

A

Tune 121.5 MHz on the comms.

22
Q

True/False. You should install the control lock before engine shutdown.

A

False. Install the control lock once the engine has completely shut down.

23
Q

If you move an airplane by pushing on the leading edge of a wing, where would you apply the pressure?

A

Near the fuselage. Low wings on rib locations. High wing on the wing struts.

24
Q

While securing your airplane, where should you normally place the chocks?

A

In front and behind the main wheels.