Pass Your Pilot Exam Flashcards
What are the four factors that affect an aircraft's performance?
Lift, drag, thrust, and weight.
What is the difference between controlled and uncontrolled airspace?
Controlled airspace is regulated by air traffic control, while uncontrolled airspace is not.
What are the four main systems of an aircraft?
The engine, fuel, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
What are the three primary navigation techniques used by pilots?
VOR, GPS, and dead reckoning.
What is the importance of interpreting aviation weather reports?
Interpreting weather reports is critical for flight planning and weather avoidance.
What should you do in the event of an engine failure?
Follow the ABCs: Airspeed, Best place to land, and Checklist.
What is a stall
Stalling is a loss of lift caused by the wing exceeding its critical angle of attack. It can result in a loss of control and a potential crash if not handled properly.
What is the difference between true heading and magnetic heading?
True heading is the direction of an aircraft in relation to true north, while magnetic heading is the direction of an aircraft in relation to magnetic north.
VOR
VOR stands for Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range. It is a radio navigation system that provides directional information to pilots.
What is a waypoint?
A waypoint is a specific location on a flight route that is identified by geographic coordinates or by a designated navigation aid.
IFR
IFR stands for Instrument Flight Rules
VFR
VFR stands for Visual Flight Rules
What is the difference between IFR and VFR?
IFR flight requires the use of flight instruments to navigate, while VFR flight relies on visual cues outside the aircraft.
What is a clearance?
A clearance is authorization from air traffic control for an aircraft to proceed with a specific course of action.
NOTAM
NOTAM stands for Notice to Airmen. It is a notice filed with an aviation authority to alert pilots of potential hazards along a flight route.
MEL
MEL stands for Minimum Equipment List. It is a list of essential equipment required for safe flight and what to do if an item on the list is inoperative.
What is the difference between ground speed and airspeed?
Ground speed is the speed of an aircraft in relation to the ground, while airspeed is the speed of an aircraft in relation to the air it is flying through.
Glide slope
A glide slope is a component of an instrument landing system (ILS) that provides vertical guidance to pilots during an approach and landing.
Crosswind
A crosswind is a wind that is perpendicular to the runway or flight path. It can affect an aircraft's ability to take off, land, or maintain course.
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