WorksheetsLoading & Performance 28
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 14mins
How can a remote pilot determine the altitude of the terrain and structures where the flight will be conducted?
Sectional Chart.
Manufacturers data.
Road maps.
A stall occurs when the smooth airflow over the unmanned airplane's wing is disrupted, and the lift degenerates rapidly. This is caused when the wing
A. exceeds the maximum speed.
B. exceeds maximum allowable operating weight.
C. exceeds its critical angle of attack.
The amount of excess load that can be imposed on the wing of an airplane depends upon the
A. position of the CG.
B. speed of the airplane.
C. abruptness at which the load is applied.
You are operating an sUAS that does not have GPS or an installed ground speed limiter. How can you determine the speed you are operating?
Dead reckoning.
Pilotage.
Wind triangle.
In a 45 degree banking turn, a UA will
be more susceptible to spinning.
stall at a higher airspeed.
stall at a lower airspeed.
When operating an aircraft, the Remote PIC is responsible for using
the most current weight and balance data.
weight and balance data from the factory.
recent weight and balance data.
(Refer to Figure 2.) If an unmanned airplane weighs 33 pounds, what approximate weight would the airplane structure be required to support during a 30° banked turn while maintaining altitude?
A. 34 pounds.
B. 47 pounds.
C. 38 pounds.
What is the best source for sUAS performance data and information?
Manufacturer publications.
Pilot reports.
Estimates based upon similar systems.
Which of the following is true regarding weight and balance of small unmanned aircraft?
CG cannot change during flight.
Lateral CG is not important to small unmanned aircraft operations.
Operations outside weight and balance limitations may result in loss of control.
Which basic flight maneuver increases the load factor on an airplane as compared to straight-and-level flight?
A. Climbs.
B. Turns.
C. Stalls.
To ensure that the unmanned aircraft center of gravity (CG) limits are not exceeded, follow the aircraft loading instructions specified in the
A. Pilot's Operating Handbook or UAS Flight Manual.
B. Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).
C. Aircraft Weight and Balance Handbook.
What could be a consequence of operating a small unmanned aircraft above its maximum allowable weight?
A. Shorter endurance.
B. Faster speed.
C. Increased maneuverability.
A UAS loaded with the most rearward center of gravity is
less stable at all speeds.
more stable at slow speed.
more stable at fast speeds.
What purpose does a rudder perform on an sUAS airplane?
The rudder controls yaw.
The rudder controls bank.
The rudder controls pitch.
You are operating an sUAS that does not have GPS or an installed altimeter. How can you determine the altitude you are operating?
Gaining a visual perspective of what 400 feet looks like on the ground before the flight.
Operating a second sUAS that has an altimeter to gain a visual perspective of 400 feet from the air.
Operating the sUAS in close proximity of a tower known to be 400 feet tall.
The most critical conditions of launch performance are the result of some combination of high gross weight, altitude, temperature, and
unfavorable wind.
obstacles surrounding the launch site.
powerplant systems.
When range and economy of operation are the principle goals, the remote pilot must ensure that the sUAS will be operated
specific endurance.
long-range cruise performance.
equivalent airspeed.
According to 14 CFR part 107, who is responsible for determining the performance of a small unmanned aircraft?
A. Remote pilot-in-command.
B. Manufacturer.
C. Owner or operator.
The angle of attack at which an airfoil stalls will
increase if the CG is moved forawrd.
remain the same regardless of gross weight.
change with an increase in gross weight.
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Maximum endurance is obtained at the point of minimum power to maintain the aircraft
in steady, level flight.
in a long range descent.
at its slowest possible indicated airspeed.
When operating an unmanned airplane, the remote pilot should consider that the load factor on the wings or rotors may be increased any time
A. the CG is shifted rearward to the aft CG limit.
B. the airplane is subjected to maneuvers other than straight-and-level flight.
C. the gross weight is reduced.
An increase in load factor will cause an unmanned aircraft to
stall at a higher airspeed.
have a tendency to spin.
be more difficult to control.
What effect does an uphill terrain slope have on launch performance?
Increases launch speed.
Increases launch distance.
Decrease launch distance.
When loading cameras or other equipment on an sUAS, mount the items in a manner that
is visible to the visual observer or other crewmembers.
does not adversely affect the center of gravity.
can be easily removed without the use of tools.
The term "angle of attack" is defined as the angle between the
A. chord line of the wing and the relative wind.
B. airplanes longitudinal axis and that of the air striking the airfoil.
C. airplane's centerline and the relative wind.
(Refer to Figure 2.) If an sUAS weighs 10 pounds, what approximate weight would the sUAS structure be required to support during a 60 degrees banked turn while maintaining altitude?
10.15 pounds.
30 pounds.
20 pounds.
(Refer to Figure 2.) If an sUAS weighs 50 pounds, what approximate weight would the sUAS structure be required to support a 30 degree banked turn while maintaining altitude?
60 pounds.
45 pounds.
30 pounds.
Before each flight, the Remote PIC must ensure
ATC has granted clearnace.
the site supervisor has approved the flight.
objects on the sUAS are secure.
