Part-FCL

Question 1

Which official document consists of articles, annexes and subparts laying down the technical requirements and regulations of PART-FCL?

Answer 1

Aircrew Regulation

Question 2

Which document gives you guidance of implementation of these regulations?

Answer 2

Acceptable Means of Compliance (AMCs)

Question 3

Which annex of the document contains the subparts A-K

Answer 3

Annex I

Question 4

Which annex relates to licences issued by third countries?

Answer 4

Annex III

Question 5

Which annex contains information about medical requirements?

Answer 5

Annex IV

Question 6

Which PART-FCL subpart lays down the PART-FCL general requirements?

Answer 6

A

Question 7

Which PART-FCL subpart lays down the technical requirements and regulations for the PPL?

Answer 7

C

Question 8

Which PART-FCL subpart lays down the technical requirements and regulations for the CPL?

Answer 8

D

Question 9

Which PART-FCL subpart lays down the technical requirements and regulations for Type Ratings?

Answer 9

H

Question 10

Which PART-FCL subpart lays down the technical requirements and regulations for Instructors?

Answer 10

J

Question 11

Where would you find general definitions like PIC, Aerobatic Flight, Renewal, Revalidation etc.?

Answer 11

A.FCL.010

Question 12

Where are the requirements for revalidation of a helicopter type rating laid down?

Answer 12

H.FCL.740.H

Question 13

What is the definition of “Airmanship”?

Answer 13

The consistent use of good judgement and well-developed knowledge, skills and attitudes to accomplish flight objectives

Question 14

How many licences per category of aircraft can a pilot hold?

Answer 14

1

Question 15

How old must a student pilot be to fly solo?

Answer 15

16

Question 16

What is the pass mark for a PPL(H) examination paper?

Answer 16

75%

Question 17

After a course of training has been completed, who can recommend the student for test?

Answer 17

The organisation/person responsible for the training

Question 18

If an PPL(H) student has failed to pass one of the examination papers within 4 attempts, or has failed to pass all papers within 6 sittings what must they do?

Answer 18

Retake the complete set

Question 19

Does a student pilot need to hold a medical certificate before they can fly solo?

Answer 19

Yes

Question 20

What is the minimum level of English Language proficiency required for a pilot licence?

Answer 20

Level 4

Question 21

What timescale does a PPL(H) student have to successfully complete all of the theoretical knowledge examinations?

Answer 21

18 months from the end of the calendar month when the applicant first attempted an exam

Question 22

Who can authorise a student pilot to fly solo?

Answer 22

A flight instructor

Question 23

How often does a pilot with Level 5 English language proficiency need re-evaluating?

Answer 23

6 years

Question 24

What must a PPL(H) student do if three attempts of the same examination subject have been failed?

Answer 24

CAA Standards Document 11 - Undertake further training recommended by the Head of Training, complete form SRG 1165 to book the 4th exam and sit at the CAA Gatwick Offices

Question 25

What is the definition of “Renewal”?

Answer 25

The administrative action taken after a rating or certificate has lapsed for the purpose of renewing the privileges of the rating or certificate for a further specified period consequent upon the fulfilment of specified requirements

Question 26

What is the definition of “Revalidation”?

Answer 26

The administrative action taken within the period of validity of a rating or certificate which allows the holder to continue to exercise the privileges of a rating or certificate for a further specified period consequent upon the fulfilment of specified requirements.

Question 27

How often does a pilot with Level 4 English language proficiency need re-evaluating?

Answer 27

4 years

Question 28

How long is a successfully completed set of PPL(H) examinations valid for?

Answer 28

24 months from the day the last exam was completed

Question 29

Which three items personal documentation must be carried by a qualified pilot when exercising the privileges of his/ her licence?

Answer 29

Licence, medical and photo ID

Question 30

What is the definition of “Solo Flight Time”?

Answer 30

Flight time during which a student pilot is the sole occupant of an aircraft

Question 31

How quickly must a pilot or student pilot present his/her flight time record if requested to do so by the competent authority?

Answer 31

Without undue delay

Question 32

Does a student pilot need to carry their medical on board a solo flight?

Answer 32

Yes

Question 33

How long is Level 6 English language proficiency valid for?

Answer 33

Indefinitely

Question 34

Can a student take some PPL(H) examinations in the UK and the rest in another EASA State?

Answer 34

No

Question 35

What must a student pilot carry on all cross country flights?

Answer 35

Evidence of the authorisation required

Question 36

What recent experience must a PPL(H) holder have to carry a passenger?

Answer 36

At least 3 take-offs, approaches and landings in an aircraft of the same type in the preceding 90 days