Miscellaneous Questions Flashcards
If you are at a controlled field (KGSO) and are cleared to taxi to runway 5, may you cross runway 14 to get there?
NO. A clearance is required to cross every runway.
May you cross runway 23?
No, because 5 and 23 are the same runway.
What does it mean the rotating beacon is on during the day time?
Less than VFR conditions or the tower forgot to turn off the light.
What is a runway incursion?
When two or more aircraft are on the runway at the same time or one is departing while one is attempting to land. To avoid
them you should look outside, listen to the radio, and be absolutely sure that it is safe to takeoff, taxi across, or land on the runway. It also occurs when you cross a runway without a clearance.
What is CFIT?
Controlled flight into terrain caused by the pilot not paying attention or having heads down time looking the GPS instead of outside.
What is positive exchange of flight controls?
I have the flight controls. You have the flight controls. That way there is no confusion as to who is flying the plane.
What is a TAA?
Technologically Advanced Aircraft (One with a glass panel or moving map gps with autopilot), you don’t need an endorsement to fly one but you should get training from a qualified CFI.
What color are taxiway centerline lights?
Green
What is line up and wait?
Line up and wait replaces position and hold. It means you should taxi onto the runway, but DO NOT takeoff.
What is a hot spot?
A hot spot is an area on an air port that has a history of runway incursions, or is confusing for pilots, depicted on the airport diagram
What are the topics of the different FAR parts?
Part 1-definitions. Part 43-maintenance. Part 61-pilot certification. Part 67-medical standards. Part 71-airspace. Part 73- special use airspace. Part 91-operating and flight rules. Part 119-aircarrier and commercial operator certification. Part 121- aircarriers. Part 135-charter. Part 141-pilot schools. NTSB 830-accidents/incidents
What is the difference between normal, utility, and aerobatic categories?
Normal +3.8G, -1.52G; Utility +4.4G, -1.76G (and spins); Aerobatic +6.0G, -3.0G
When does an airplane stall?
An airplane stalls when you exceed the critical angle of attack. To recover, reduce the angle of attack.
What is a spin and how do you recover?
A spin is an autorotation that results from an uncoordinated stall. Both wings are stalled, though is more stalled than the other. You are most likely to enter a spin when you overshoot base to final. To recover you should PRAY:
Power to idle
Rudder in the opposite direction of the spin
Ailerons neutral Yoke forward
What is a TFR?
Temporary Flight Restriction. They exist around VIPs, major sporting events, disasters, and accidents scenes. You must contact Flight Service to determine location. For all practical purposes you can not fly in them.
