Random Facts Flashcards
What causes a stall?
When the wing exceeds its critical angle of attack
Where would you find the CG (Center of Gravity) limits for an aircraft?
Defined in the Pilot’s Operating Handbook or UAS Flight Manual. (These do not exist for drones)
What is the Angle of Attack
This is the direction at which the wind meets the wing. It determines when the craft stalls.
What is the load factor?
This is the number by which you multiply the aircraft+load weight when doing any maneuvers.
Who is the Remote PIC?
The remote Pilot in Command is the person who holds the Remote Pilot’s Certification and is in charge of the flight operations
Who is responsible for the aircraft at all times?
The remote PIC
When a PMC (Person Manipulating the Controls) has an accident, who is responsible?
The remote PIC is always responsible
A VO (Visual Observer) fails to notify the PMC of an object near the drone, resulting in a crash. Who is responsible?
The PIC is responsible for their crew’s actions.
Which direction will aircraft circle a runway when taking off?
Left - Counter-clockwise. Pilots sit on the left of the plane, this makes it easier to see the field/airport.
Which direction will aircraft circle an airport when landing?
Left - Counter-clockwise. Pilots sit on the left of the plane, this makes it easier to see the field/airport.
How do you prevent an accident chain?
Using Risk Management strategies
Personality factor: Machismo
Takes risks trying to impress others
Personality factor: Impulsivity
Doing something without thinking about it
Personality factor: Invulnerability
Thinking accidents won’t happen to you
Personality factor: Resignation
Nothing is in their control, so why bother trying?
Personality factor: Anti-authority
Nobody can tell them what to do
How do you manage your crew, as a PIC?
Using CRM - Crew Resource Management
What phases of an operation you integrate CRM (Crew Resource Management) into
All phases
How are you supposed to scan the sky for other traffic?
Systematically focus on different segments of the sky for short intervals
What is latitude?
The lines denoting how far north or south you are - they go across the map like a ladder
What is longitude?
These lines denote how far east or west you are - they go from top to bottom of the map… And go up to the west/left.
What is a Standard Briefing?
This contains the weather forecast
What is CTAF used for?
Pilots talk on CTAF when there’s no tower.
What is UNICOM?
UNICOM is a base station that broadcasts to pilots when there’s no tower
