WorksheetsPPL Law - Full DONE
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Define Act
Civil Aviation Act 1980
Civil Aviation Act 1990
Civil Aviation Act 1995
Civil Aviation Act 2000
What is it defined as when an aircraft sustains damage?
Incident
Serious Incident
Accident
Depends on injuries to persons on board
Where is aerodrome elevation taken from?
Lowest point on landing area
Average elevation of the aerodrome
Highest point on the landing area
The threshold of the longest runway
What is the following:
A notice containing flight safety information that doesn't qualify for the inclusion in the AIP or NOTAMs
AIC
AIP
AIP supplements
PIREP
What does AIC stand for?
Aerodrome Information Circular
Aeronautical Information Circuit
Aeroplane Individual Circuit
Aeronautical Information Circular
Which flight safety publication is published every 28 days?
AIC
AIP amendments
AIP supplements
NOTAM
What is the purpose of an alerting service?
To notify appropriate organisations for SAR operations
To alert ATS when you enter and leave control airspace
To alert the pilot when Vne is approaching
To notify the pilot when they have reached MDA
Where is altitude measured from?
a specified datum
ground level
1013.25hPa
sea level
What does AWIB stand for?
Aerodrome Weather Information Bulletin
Aerodrome and Weather Information Broadcast
Automatic Weather Information Broadcast
Automatic Wind Information Bulletin
Can a cost sharing flight be advertised?
yes
yes, but only if the pilot doesn't receive payment
yes, but only if the flight is shared equally among all crew and PAX
no
A cross-country flight must extend more than _____ nm in a straight line distance from departure aerodrome.
10
15
25
50
What is flight time defined as?
from the moment the aircraft moves for the purpose of flight to the moment it comes to rest
from the moment the aircraft first moves to the moment the aircraft comes to rest
from the moment the aircraft is started to the moment the aircraft is shut down
from the moment the aircraft takes off to the moment the aircraft touches down
Where is height measured from?
a specified datum
ground level
1013.25hPa
sea level
What is a manoeuvring area?
movement area and maintenance areas and aprons
maintenance areas and aprons only
taxiways and runways only
taxiways, runways, and apron (doesn't include maintenance areas)
What is a movement area?
manoeuvring area and maintenance areas and aprons
maintenance areas and aprons only
taxiways and runways only
taxiways, runways, and apron (doesn't include maintenance areas)
The "owner" of an aircraft has to lawfully have possession of the aircraft for ____ days or longer
28
60
90
365
Is a crew member classed as a passenger?
yes
yes, but only if they are not PIC
yes flight attendants are, but pilots are not
no
What are simultaneous operations?
Where a pilot is flying VFR on an IFR flight plan
When flying in a dual controlled aircraft
Two or more aircraft operating from parallel runways
An aircraft where a pilot and co-pilot are required
Where is take-off weight taken from?
Engine start up
Start of take-off run
Before entering the taxiway
When the aircraft rotates
The vicinity of an aerodrome shall not extend beyond _____nm from the aerodrome.
8
10
16
24
Can a pilot be maintaining 'visual reference' if only the ocean is in sight?
yes
yes, but only if the pilot is within 10nm from shore
yes, but only if the pilot is above 10,000ft
no
What does AFRU stand for?
Aerodrome Frequency Response Unit
Automatic Frequency Response Unit
Aerodrome Flight Review Unit
Automatic Flight Review Unit
What does a fit and proper person test include? Choose all that apply.
transport safety compliance history
ability to obtain class 2 medical
behavioural problems
convictions before the commencement of the Act
transport industry experience
What are the duties of PIC? Choose all that apply
responsible for safe operation
responsible for compliance with the law
to have final authority
to never breach the Act
What section allows a pilot to breach the Act in emergencies?
Section 2C
Section 91D
Section 41B
Section 13A
Is a pilot allowed to breach the Act if a there's no danger to life or property?
yes, but only if the law is breached only as far as necessary
yes, but only if the aircraft is registered and airworthy
yes, as long as the pilot notifies ATC as soon as possible and the pilot must be licenced
no
If the law is to be breached due to an emergency not arising in flight what laws MUST still be followed? Choose all that apply.
pilot must be licenced
pilot must be rated
aircraft must be registered
aircraft must be airworthy
pilot must have current medical
After breaching the rules when must the director be notified?
as soon as practicable
within 7 days
within 10 days
within 90 days
Who is responsible for notifying the director if a pilot notices their medical condition change to a point where it could interfere with the safety of the flight?
police, and they must take the medical certificate
medical examiner and they must suspend the medical certificate
pilot, and they must cease flying
operator, and they must stand the pilot down
A medical certificate can be extended no more than _____ days from its expiry date
10
14
30
60
Who can the medical certificate be surrendered to if required? Choose all that apply
police
government official
medical examiner
director
person authorised by the director
Operating an aircraft causing endangerment. The punishment for an individual can be up to _______ and for a body corporate _______
$3,000 $10,000
$7,000 $35,000
$8,000 $50,000
$10,000 $100,000
Operating an aircraft in a careless manner. The punishment for an individual can be up to _______ and for a body corporate _______
$3,000 $10,000
$7,000 $35,000
$8,000 $50,000
$10,000 $100,000
An individual can receive a prison sentence of up to ____ for ____.
12 months, operating an aircraft in a careless manner
12 months, causing endangerment
24 months, operating an aircraft in a careless manner
24 months, causing endangerment
What does Part 12 cover?
maintenance
licences and ratings
accidents and incidents
transition rules
When must a notification of an accident be given by?
as soon as practicable
7 days
10 days
14 days
When must a notification of an incident be given by?
as soon as practicable
7 days
10 days
14 days
When must the details of an accident be given by?
as soon as practicable
7 days
10 days
14 days
When must the details of an incident be given by?
as soon as practicable
7 days
10 days
14 days
What number can be used to notify the authority of an accident or serious incident?
03 359 2121
0800 ACCIDENT
0508 222 433
04 954 6315
How many days after the occurrence must an investigation report be submitted by?
30
60
90
120
When may a person interfere with an aircraft after an accident? Choose all that apply
to protect the aircraft contents from further damage
to move the aircraft off a public road
if removing a cockpit voice recorder
if removing the ELT
to move the aircraft off a main runway
How long after a serious incident do the records need to be preserved for?
7 days
14 days
30 days
90 days
When can another document be worn as a replacement for an airport ID card? Choose all that apply
When the director authorises it
When the airport ID card is still being made
When you are a passenger boarding an aircraft
When you’re a member of parliament
Who can approve for you to wear an ID card with the name deleted from it?
Owner of the aircraft
Operator
Director
Airport Manager
Any passenger in a security area must comply with at least one of the following:
Choose all that apply.
Be escorted
Have drivers licence on them
Have a boarding pass on them
Have their passport on them
A pilot must have a current pilot licence and be type rated for the aircraft they wish to perform maintenance on under Appendix A.1 and A.2.
True
False
Can a pilot replace landing gear tyres on an aircraft that is used to perform air operations?
Yes, but only if it’s requires no special tooling
Yes, no extra requirements
No, for any aircraft, only a LAME can do it
No, but they can for an aircraft not used for air operations
Can a pilot replace an aircraft battery on an aircraft that is used to perform air operations?
Yes, but only if it has quick disconnect abilities
Yes, no extra requirements
No, for any aircraft, only a LAME can do it
No, but they can for an aircraft not used for air operations
Can a pilot operate the self test function on an ELT for an aircraft that is used to perform air operations?
Yes, but only if the airworthiness directive states the pilot can
Yes, no extra requirements
No, for any aircraft, only a LAME can do it
No, but they can for an aircraft not used for air operations
Can a pilot replace the engine oil in an aircraft that is used to perform air operations?
Yes, but only if it requires no special tooling
Yes, no extra requirements
No, for any aircraft, only a LAME can do it
No, but they can for an aircraft not used for air operations
Requirements to go first solo: choose all that apply
17 years old
Holds at least Class 2 medical certificate
Flight is authorised by A, B, or C Cat Instructor
Must have passed an ICAO English test to level 4 or higher
A student has flown the last 5 hours of the their training solo, are they allowed to go fly their next flight solo?
No, unless A, B or C Cat instructor authorises it
Yes, no other requirements
No, they must fly dual before going solo again
No, unless a A or B Cat instructor authorises it
Only an A-Cat instructor can authorise a first solo.
True
False
A person must have had piloting experience within the preceding _____ days before going solo.
15
20
25
30
What does a student need before going on a solo cross country flight?
All theory papers completed, and authorised by an A or B Cat Instructor
All theory papers completed, and authorised by A, B or C Cat instructor
At least PPL Nav theory paper completed, and authorised by A, B or C Cat instructor
At least PPL Nav theory paper completed, and authorised by an A or B Cat Instructor
Before going solo a person must meet the English proficiency requirement. This can be met with any of the following:
3 years or more secondary education in specified countries
3 years or more employment in specified countries
Passing an English language proficiency test
2 years or more primary education in specified countries
May a student pilot take PAX when acting as PIC of an aircraft?
Yes, as long as an A or B-Cat instructor authorises it
Yes, no restrictions
No, under no circumstances
No, unless the PAX is flight test examiner
A student pilot has been offered to build hours with a paua ferrying business who will give the student NO remuneration, is this allowed?
Yes, as long as the flight is domestic only
Yes, as long as no PAX are carried
Yes, as long as the flight is domestic and no PAX are carried
No
Requirements to gain a PPL: choose all that apply
17 years old
Holds at least Class 2 medical certificate
Must have at least 40 hours
Must have passed all 5 written examination credits
You completed your last PPL theory paper in Jan 2014, what is the furthermost date in the future that you can sit your PPL flight test?
Jan 2015
Jan 2016
Jan 2017
Jan 2018
How many hours does a student pilot need in the following to pass a PPL flight test? Dual, Solo, Cross Country, Instrument Flying
10, 10, 5, 5
15, 15, 10, 10
10, 10, 10, 5
15, 15, 10, 5
A helicopter pilot has 40 hours PIC, 10 hours of which were gained more than 12 months ago. How many can be cross credited to their fixed wing hours?
10
15
30
40
If a student wants a PPL night rating, how many hours do they require at night?
5h dual, 5h solo
4h dual, 4h solo
2h, dual, 2h solo
5h dual
How long does a pilot need to retain their logbook?
90 days
120 days
12 months
Permanently
An entry must be made into a logbook within _____ days after the completion of the flight.
7, unless its a domestic flight then its 3 days
7, unless its a domestic flight then its 14 days
14, unless its a domestic flight then its 7 days
7 for any flight
Can a PPL pilot act as a co-pilot?
No, never
Yes, as long as the aircraft is required to be operated with a co-pilot
Yes, as long as the aircraft is required to be operated with a co-pilot and the pilot has a type rating
Yes, anytime
A PPL pilot has been asked to operate an aircraft in a glider towing business, is this allowed?
Yes, and they can receive remuneration (only for gliding operations)
Yes, but only if the pilot is under direct control of the gliding organisation
Yes, but only for a maximum of 7 days
No, a PPL pilot is not allowed to act as PIC for a aircraft operated under hire or reward
For a PPL holder to be able to act as PIC and carry PAX they must have completed .....
3 take offs and landings within the preceding 30 days
3 take offs and landings within the preceding 90 days
2 take offs and landings within the preceding 3 months
5 take offs and landings within the preceding 3 months
Are a pilots recency requirements allowed to be met in a simulator?
Yes, as long as its on the same type
Yes, but only a maximum of 1 take off and landing can be achieved
Yes, no restrictions
No
Apart from carrying out take offs and landings yourself to meet the recency requirements, are there any other ways to become recent as a holder of a PPL?
Yes, demonstrate to an A or B-Cat instructor competence
Yes, demonstrate to an A-Cat instructor competence
Yes, have gained your PPL licence within the preceding 12 months
No, you must get yourself recent
A pilot completed their PPL in 2010, if they have not done a BFR since, what are the requirements?
They must resit all of their PPL theory papers, then complete another BFR
They must complete another BFR
They must resit their PPL flight test
They must resit PPL Air Law and then complete another BFR
Who is PIC during a BFR?
Flight instructor
PPL holder
What does BFR stand for?
Biannual Flight Resit
Biannual Flying Review
Biennial Flight Review
Biennial Flying Resit
A pilot completed a BFR last week for a helicopter but their last fixed wing BFR was 3 years ago, do they have to complete another BFR for fixed wing?
yes
no
How long does the class 2 medical of a PPL holder who is 40 years old last?
24 months
60 months
6 months
12 months
If on the date of issue of a new medical certificate, the applicants current medical certificate will expire in ___ days or less, then the new medical can be set with an expiry as if the certificate had been issued on the expiry date of the current medical certificate.
14
30
60
90
How long can a medical certificate be granted an extension for?
10 days
30 days
60 days
90 days
What flight level can a control area go up to?
FL330
FL440
FL550
FL660
The lower limit of a control area must be at least _____ below IFR flights, and cannot be less than ____ AGL
500ft, 700ft
500ft, 1000ft
1000ft, 500ft
1000ft, 1500ft
A transit lane is Class __ airspace and is active _____
C, day only
C, 24 hours
G, day only
G, 24 hours
A GAA can be made active at night with approval from ATC.
true
false
Which aircraft are not separated in Class C airspace? Choose all that apply.
IFR and VFR
VFR and VFR
SVFR and SVFR under certain conditions
IFR and SVFR
Which aircraft are not separated in Class D airspace? Choose all that apply.
IFR and VFR
VFR and VFR
SVFR and SVFR under certain conditions
IFR and SVFR
If a danger, restricted or military area states 'active by NOTAM' how much notice do they need to provide to the NOTAM office before making the area active?
48 hours, unless it is an emergency
48 hours under any circumstances
24 hours, unless it is an emergency
24 hours under any circumstances
A low flying zone can be made active by night with the approval from ATC.
true
false
When is a cellphone or another portable electronic device not allowed to be operated?
for an aircraft opertaing under VFR or IFR during any critical phase of flight
for an aircraft operating under IFR at any stage
for an aircraft operating under IFR on an instrument approach
for any aircraft at any time
Can a voice recorder be operated on an IFR approach?
yes
no
A cellphone or any other device that is designed to transmit electromagnetic energy shall not be operated ....
for an aircraft opertaing under VFR or IFR during any critical phase of flight
for an aircraft operating under IFR at any stage
for an aircraft operating under IFR on an instrument approach
for any aircraft at any time
Can a cellphone be used on a VFR flight?
yes
no
yes, but not on approach
no, unless operator gives authority
For a ferry flight with passengers being dropped off at different locations what are the requirements to carry a firearm on board?
disabled and inaccessible
disabled
disabled and operator permits it to be on board
unloaded and inaccessible
A pilot is carrying a group of hunters to a remote aerodrome, what are the requirements to carry a firearm on board?
disabled and inaccessible
disabled
disabled and operator permits it to be on board
unloaded and inaccessible
When can a firearm be carried on board simply 'unloaded'? Choose all that apply.
the aircraft is carrying criminals and police officers
the aircraft is carrying livestock
the aircraft is carrying only essential people and will be shooting animals on the ground
the aircraft is carrying a group of people associated with the firearm
When can a firearm be discharged to immobilise animals on the ground? Choose all that apply
Firearm is not loaded unitl the aircraft is in the area
Only people performing an essential function may be carried
The firearm is disabled until the aircraft is in the area
It will not pose a hazard and it is not discharged above a city
What are the requirements if a firearm is to be brought on an aircraft performing a military operation and only essential people are on board?
no requirements
disabled and inaccessible
disabled
unloaded
When do noise and vibration requirements not have to be followed?
Take off and landing, taxiing
Take off and landing
Take off and landing, during run ups
Take off and landing, run ups and taxiing
What are the restrictions when an aircraft is being refuelled with Class 3.1A flammable liquid?
PAX cannot embark or disembark and the engines cannot be running
PAX cannot embark or disembark only
The engines cannot be running only
No restrictions
What are the restrictions when an aircraft is being refuelled with Class 3.1C or Class 3.1D flammable liquid?
PAX cannot embark or disembark and the engines cannot be running
PAX cannot embark or disembark only
The engines cannot be running only
No restrictions
Can an aircraft be flown without a current airworthiness certificate?
Yes for an emergency only
Yes for a test flight
Yes as long as the Director approves
No, never
What are the requirements for a test flight? Choose all that apply
The PIC must be a LAME
The PIC must have a type rating
No PAX are carried on board
The PIC must have a current pilot licence
An aircraft with a _____ airworthiness certificate can only be used for: type ratings, agricultural ratings or the specific operational purpose for which the aircraft is certified.
restricted category
special category
limited category
experimental category
An aircraft with a _____ airworthiness certificate cannot be used to carry PAX for hire or reward (unless its for flight instruction)
restricted category
special category
limited category
experimental category
May an aircraft with a special category airworthiness certificate operate over a town (not including take off and landing)?
no, never
no, unless director authorises it in writing
yes, but no PAX may be on board
yes, no restrictions
Which documents does a NZ registered aircraft operating in NZ require? Choose all that apply.
airworthiness certificate, flight manual
tech log, weight and balance data, aircraft radio station equipment approval levels
general radio users licence, certificate of registration
noise level and engine emission compliance, certificate of registration
Which documents does a NZ registered aircraft operating outside NZ require? Choose all that apply.
airworthiness certificate, flight manual
tech log, weight and balance data, aircraft radio station equipment approval levels
general radio users licence, certificate of registration
noise level and engine emission compliance, certificate of registration
Which documents does a foreign aircraft operating in NZ require? Choose all that apply.
airworthiness certificate, flight manual
tech log, weight and balance data, aircraft radio station equipment approval levels
general radio users licence, certificate of registration
noise level and engine emission compliance, certificate of registration
It is the responsibility of the ____ to retain daily flight records _____
operator, permanently
PIC, permanently
operator, for 12 months after the date of the flight
PIC, for 12 months after the date of the flight
Can a person with no licence taxi an aircraft if they know how to work the radio?
Yes, as long as operator approves and they are competent
Yes, as long as they have received at least 1hr of training from operator
Yes, as long as they receive written authority from the director and they are competent
No, under no circumstances
What are the requirements regarding simulated instrument flight? Choose all that apply.
Safety pilot must have current licence
Safety pilot must have type rating in aircraft being flown
You must have an observer to aid in vision if the safety pilot cannot see forward and to the sides
The aircraft must have dual controls or controls that can be reached either side of cockpit
If a pilot wants to operate under simulated instrument flight but the aircraft does not have dual controls, what are the requirements?
Must be in class C airspace, pilot can rapidly remove foggles
Must be in controlled airspace, safety pilot has to have type rating
Must in uncontrolled airspace, pilot can rapidly remove foggles
Must be in the instrument sector, safety pilot must be IFR rated
When can a pilot enter a restricted area?
At any time
At any time, as long as entering will not affect the safety of the aircraft
With approval from the user agency
With approval from the administering authority
When can a pilot enter a danger area?
At any time
At any time, as long as entering will not affect the safety of the aircraft
With approval from the user agency
With approval from the administering authority
May a pilot take PAX into a LFZ at night?
No passengers allowed and only permitted to enter during day
Yes if the PAX are less than 4 years old
Yes you can take PAX, but not at night
Yes you can operate at night, but not with any PAX
When can a pilot enter a military area?
At any time
At any time, as long as entering will not affect the safety of the aircraft
With approval from the user agency
With approval from the administering authority
When is it NOT compulsory to broadcast in a MBZ?
Entering the zone
Exiting the zone
Downwind in the circuit
Joining the circuit
Vacating the circuit
It is mandatory that the aircraft operates their landing lights and anti-collision lights in a MBZ.
True
False
Pilots flying in formation in a MBZ can operate without broadcasting as long as....
The trailing aircraft makes radio calls on behalf of the other aircraft
The lead aircraft makes radio calls on behalf of the other aircraft
It is arranged for another person on the ground to make calls for the pilots behalf
They operate in the area for less than 10 mins
When can an aircraft enter a MBZ without an operable radio?
For repairs, if possible they must turn lights on and arrange for a person to make calls on behalf
For repairs, it is mandatory that they turn aircraft lights on and arrange for a person to make calls on behalf
For an aviation event, if possible they must turn lights on and arrange for a person to make calls on behalf
For an aviation event, it is mandatory that they turn aircraft lights on and arrange for a person to make calls on behalf
When can an aircraft enter a CFZ without an operable radio?
With the approval of the administering authority
For repairs, it is mandatory that they turn aircraft lights on and arrange for a person to make calls on behalf
With written approval from the director
Anytime
When can an aircraft operate in a volcanic hazard zone?
Day only, after ensuring entering will not affect the safety of the flight
VMC only, after ensuring entering will not affect the safety of the flight
VMC only, day only, after ensuring entering will not affect the safety of the flight
VMC only, day only, no PAX, after ensuring entering will not affect the safety of the flight
When can an aircraft operate in a GAA?
Day only, after approval from ATC if required
VMC and day only, no approval required
Anytime by day
With no PAX, after approval from ATC
Can a crew member NOT have their shoulder harness fastened during take off and landing?
No
Yes, if the crew member station's seat doesn't have one
Yes, if they wouldn't be able to perform their duties with it on
Yes, if the crew member station's seat doesn't have one or if they wouldn't be able to perform their duties with it on
In what situations must PAX fastened their safety belt (with no exceptions)? Choose all that apply.
During aerobatic flight
During take off and landing
Parachuting operations
When the aircraft is operating below 1000ft AGL
In an open cockpit aircraft
Is a 4 year old passenger required to follow the 'adult' safety harness rules?
yes
no
An unpressurised aircraft is operating at 12,000ft for 20mins what are the oxygen requirements?
Each PAX and crew member must use supplemental oxygen
Each PAX and crew member must use therapeutic oxygen
Each PAX must use supplemental oxygen and each crew member must use therapeutic oxygen
No requirement
A pressurised aircraft is operating at 12,000ft for 20mins what are the oxygen requirements?
Each PAX and crew member must use supplemental oxygen
Each crew member must use supplemental oxygen
Each PAX must use supplemental oxygen
No requirement
A pressurised aircraft has a cabin pressure altitude of 10,000ft what are the oxygen requirements?
Each PAX and crew member must use supplemental oxygen
Each crew member must use supplemental oxygen
Each PAX must use supplemental oxygen
No requirement
A pressurised aircraft has a cabin pressure altitude of 15,000ft what are the oxygen requirements?
Each PAX and crew member must use supplemental oxygen
Each crew member must use supplemental oxygen
Each PAX must use supplemental oxygen
No requirement
An unpressurised aircraft is operating at 13,000ft what are the oxygen requirements?
Each PAX and crew member must use supplemental oxygen
If operating for more than 30mins, each PAX and crew member must use supplemental oxygen
Each crew member must use supplemental oxygen
No requirement
When is a passenger brief not required?
When the PAX have been given a printed card with relevant information
When the PIC determines all PAX are familiar with the briefing
When flight manual states it is not required
When the PAX have flown at least once before on the same day
What flying equipment/information is the PIC required to ensure is accessible to every flight crew member?
charts and means of indicating time
first aid kit and a torch
mean of indicating time and a torch
fire extinguisher and first aid kit
If an aircraft has a seating capacity of 11, is every flight crew member required to use a checklist?
Yes, 5 or more is the limit
Yes, 10 or more is the limit
No, 12 or more is the limit
No, 15 or more is the limit
For night operations how many torches are required on board?
One
One for every seat on board
One for every flight crew member
One for every PAX
When can an aircraft performing an agricultural operation turn in any direction for take off and landing? choose all that apply
no control service at the aerodrome
ground signal is displayed alongside the runway
by day only
no conflict with any other traffic
Can aircraft fly in formation for hire or reward?
No
Yes, only for glider towing operations
Yes, only for parachuting operations
Yes, as long as the pilot doesn't receive remuneration
Two aircraft are tracking towards each other head-on, what is the collision avoidance method?
Both aircraft should turn right
Both aircraft should turn left
The aircraft tracking north should turn left
The aircraft tracking south should descend and turn right
For two aircraft converging...
Parachutists must give way to airships
Balloons shall give way to microlights
The traffic on the left must give way
The traffic on the right must give way
How do aircraft overtake?
Alter heading to the left until entirely past
Climb at least 500ft above the aircraft until entirely past
Descend at least 500ft below the aircraft until entirely past
Alter heading to the right until entirely past
Can an aircraft taxi at night without aircraft lights?
No
Yes, if the aircraft is illuminated or the area has obstruction lights
Yes, if at a controlled aerodrome
Yes, if the area has taxi lights
Can an aircraft fly at night without lights?
No
Yes, anytime
Yes, as long as it is in controlled airspace
Yes, as long as it is in uncontrolled airspace
Can objects be dropped from an aircraft?
Yes, but not above a built up area
Yes, but only in uncontrolled airspace
Yes, as long as there’s no danger to persons or property
No never
What is the max speed a VFR aircraft can operate below 10,000ft?
125
350
400
250
An aircraft climbing through 13,000ft should set ____ on the altimeter.
QFE
QNH
QNE
1012.25
An aircraft descending through FL150 should set ____ on the altimeter.
QFE
QNH
QNE
1013.25
What does a steady red light mean when taxiing?
stop
taxi clear of landing area in use
danger be on the alert
return to starting point on aerodrome
What does an alternating red and green light mean when taxiing?
stop
taxi clear of landing area in use
danger be on the alert
return to starting point on aerodrome
What does a series of red flashes mean when in flight?
give way to other aircraft and orbit
orbit twice then leave the CTR
danger be on the alert
aerodrome unsafe do not land
What does a series of green flashes mean when in flight?
return for landing (clearance to land coming soon)
orbit once then land
land at this aerodrome and proceed to apron
cleared to land
What transponder code should an aircraft use in the circuit of a CTR?
1200
1400
2200
7500
An aircraft that has a radio failure should squawk _____.
7500
7600
7700
ident
What transponder code should be used for unlawful interference?
7500
7600
7700
ident
What is the met minima for an uncontrolled aerodrome by day?
1500ft base, 5km vis
1500ft base, 8km vis
600ft base, 5km vis
600ft base, 1500m vis
What is the met minima for an uncontrolled aerodrome by night?
1500ft base, 5km vis
1500ft base, 8km vis
600ft base, 5km vis
600ft base, 1500m vis
What is the met minima for SVFR in uncontrolled airspace?
600ft base, 1500m vis
1500ft base, 1500m vis
600ft base, 5km vis
Not possible
What is the legal minimum fuel required by day?
A to B + 30mins
A to B + 45mins
A to B + 30 mins + 10% contingency
A to B + 45 mins +10% contingency
When must a PIC submit a flight plan?
Whenever they plan leave controlled airspace
When they plan to cross the cook strait
When they plan to fly more than 50nm off shore
When they are completing a cross country extending more than 50nm
What is the minimum height an aircraft can operate above a congested area?
1000ft (above any obstacle within 600m radius)
1000ft (above any obstacle within 150m radius)
500ft (above any obstacle within 600m radius)
500ft (above any obstacle within 150m radius)
Can a pilot practice forced landings below 500ft AGL?
No, never
Yes, only if you're solo
Yes, only if you don't go below 100ft AGL
Yes, if there's no hazard and no PAX
What is the lowest VFR cruising level if an aircraft is maintaining a true track of 095 over Christchurch?
3500ft
2500ft
4500ft
3000ft
What is the lowest VFR cruising level if an aircraft is maintaining a magnetic track of 270 and flying terrain 5100ft
5500ft
4500ft
7500ft
6500ft
When can a pilot fly at 14,000ft?
When authorised by ATC
Anytime
When QNH is less than 980hPa
When the aircraft is equipped with a supplemental oxygen system
What is the met minima for an aircraft flying 800ft above a mountain with an elevation of 4500ft in uncontrolled airspace?
2km vertically, 1000ft horizontally, 5km vis
2km horizontally, 1000ft vertically, 5km vis
clear of cloud and in sight of surface, 5km vis
2km horizontally, 500ft vertically, 5km vis
What is the met minima for an aircraft flying 2000ft above a mountain with an elevation of 4500ft in uncontrolled airspace?
2km vertically, 1000ft horizontally, 5km vis
2km horizontally, 1000ft vertically, 5km vis
clear of cloud and in sight of surface, 5km vis
2km horizontally, 500ft vertically, 5km vis
Is an instrument indicating flap position on the 'minimum equipment list'?
yes
no
no, unless the aircraft's engine is rated over 250 horsepower
yes, unless it can be determined visually
What are the communication requirements for an aircraft operating under VFR in controlled airspace?
Meets level 1 standards and is capable of two-way coms
Meets level 2 standards
Meets level 1 and 2 standards and is capable of two-way coms
Meets level 3 and 4 standards
When does an aircraft require the following:
Radio equipment that meets controlled airspace radio requirements
Dual Controls
Navigation equipment
Alternate static source
VFR aircraft travelling more than 30mins over water
IFR aircraft more than gliding distance away from shore
Multi engine aircraft more than 100nm from shore
VFR aircraft more than gliding distance from shore
What equipment does a single engine aircraft travelling more than gliding distance from shore require?
Choose all that apply.
life jacket for every PAX
liferaft to hold all PAX
survival kit, pyrotechnic signal, survival light and ELT every raft
additional ELT
What equipment does a multi engine aircraft that cannot maintain 1000ft AMSL on one engine require if it is travelling more than 100nm from shore?
Choose all that apply.
life jacket for every PAX
liferaft to hold all PAX
survival kit, pyrotechnic signal, survival light and ELT every raft
additional ELT
What equipment does a multi engine aircraft require if it is travelling more than 200nm from shore?
Choose all that apply.
life jacket for every PAX
liferaft to hold all PAX
survival kit, pyrotechnic signal, survival light and ELT every raft
additional ELT
What equipment does a single engine aircraft require if it is travelling 67nm from shore?
Choose all that apply.
life jacket for every PAX
liferaft to hold all PAX
survival kit, pyrotechnic signal, survival light and ELT every raft
additional ELT
What equipment does a multi engine aircraft >5700kg MCTOW require if it is travelling more than 200nm from shore?
Choose all that apply.
life jacket for every PAX
liferaft to hold all PAX
survival kit, pyrotechnic signal, survival light and ELT every raft
additional ELT
Is it mandatory to have an automatic ELT on board?
no, never
yes, if your aircraft has a MCTOW of >5700kg
yes, if operating IFR
yes, unless it is being ferried for installation or repair
Can an aircraft operate in TM airspace without a transponder?
Yes
No, must have at least Mode C
No, must have at least Mode A
No, must have at least Mode C and A
A 100 hour inspection must be completed within the preceding _____.
28 days
2 months
6 months
12 months
How often does the static pressure system have to be tested and inspected?
28 days
3 months
12 months
24 months
The ELT must be tested and inspected every 100 hours or ____ whichever comes first.
28 days
3 months
12 months
24 months
How long can can the inspection intervals be extended for?
1%
3%
10%
30%
What are the requirements for an operational flight check?
Choose all that apply.
PIC has current licence and is type rated
No PAX, no exceptions
Only essential PAX on board
PIC requires current licence only
How often is an annual review of airworthiness due?
90 days
365 days
18 months
48 months
Aerobatic flight may not be conducted less than _____ of an assembly of persons or congested area.
100m
150m
500m
600m
Aerobatic flight may not be conducted at a height of less than _____ for a pilot without an aerobatic rating.
1000ft AGL
1500ft AGL
3000ft AGL
5000ft AGL
Can a pilot do aerobatics with PAX on board without an aerobatics rating?
no
yes, as long as they stay above 1500ft
yes, as long as they stay above 3000ft
yes, no height restrictions
How often does a pilot need to have their aerobatics rating checked for competency?
90 days
1 year
2 years
3 years
An aviation event plan must be submitted to the director at least ____ prior to the aviation event date.
30 days
60 days
90 days
120 days
Can anyone perform parachute-drop operations?
yes, no restrictions
yes, as long as the PAX have parachute-drop ratings
yes, as long as the door is approved to be removed as per the flight manual
no
Who can tow objects other than a glider?
A holder of PPL + tow rating, or CPL, or ATPL
A holder of PPL, CPL, or ATPL but they must have a tow rating
A holder of PPL + tow rating, or CPL + tow rating, or ATPL
A holder of CPL, or ATPL but they must have a tow rating
What are the tow line requirements for multiple glider towing?
at least 30m between tow aircraft and glider, and 50m between each glider
at least 50m between tow aircraft and glider, and 30m between each glider
at least 30m between tow aircraft and glider, and 30m between each glider
at least 50m between tow aircraft and glider, and 50m between each glider
Can you carry PAX when towing objects other than glider?
No, never
Yes, anytime
Yes, as long as flight is less than 30 mins long
Yes, as long as they are essential for the flight
The dangerous goods training programme must be completed at intervals not exceeding ______
6 months
1 year
2 years
5 years
When must pilots maintain a listening watch and transmit position on an aerodromes stated frequency or 119.1 if no stated?
When below 3000ft and within 10nm of an unattended aerodrome
When below 5000ft and within 5nm of an unattended aerodrome
When below 5000ft and within 10nm of an unattended aerodrome
When below 3000ft and within 10nm of a controlled aerodrome
Describe REIL
low intensity uni-directional light, 45 flashes per minute
high intensity uni-directional light, 60 flashes per minute
low intensity omni-directional light, 10hz
high intensity omni-directional light, 1hz
Describe RTHL
uni-directional green
uni-directional white
omni-directional green
omni-directional white
Describe ABN
green or alternating white and green, 20 flashes per second
orange or alternating white and orange, 60 flashes per minute
white or alternating white and green, 20 flashes per minute
white or alternating white and blue, 60 flashes per second
How do you activate PAL?
3 rapid and short transmissions within 5 seconds
3 rapid and short transmissions within 3 seconds
5 rapid and short transmissions within 2 seconds
5 rapid and short transmissions within 3 seconds
