First Flying Lesson Quiz

What type of airplane is used for the first flying lesson?

• Cessna 172 Skyhawk

• Piper PA-28

• Boeing 747

• Airbus A320

What is the function of the elevator on the airplane?

• To control the engine power

• To climb and descend

• To control the landing gear

• To turn the airplane left or right

What is the purpose of the trim tab?

• To control the engine speed

• To hold the elevator in position

• To control the rudder

• To adjust the wing flaps

What do the wings of the airplane create?

• Drag

• Lift

• Thrust

• Weight

What is the function of the ailerons?

• To climb and descend

• To control the landing gear

• To bank the airplane

• To control the engine power

What is the purpose of the rudder?

• To control the landing gear

• To correct for adverse yaw

• To climb and descend

• To control the engine power

What is a glass instrument panel?

• A panel with only one screen

• A panel with two glass computer screens

• A panel with no screens

• A panel with traditional analog instruments

What does the airspeed indicator show?

• Engine health

• Airspeed

• Fuel level

• Altitude

What is the purpose of the mixture control?

• To mix fuel with air

• To control the engine power

• To control the rudder

• To adjust the wing flaps

What is the first step in pre-flight preparations?

• Checking the oil pressure

• Contacting air traffic control

• Starting the engine

• Conducting a pre-flight inspection