When flying in the airspace underlying Class B airspace, the maximum speed authorized is
A. 200 knots.
B. 250 knots.
C. 230 knots.
With a few exceptions, what minimum pilot certification is required for operation within Class B airspace?
A. Private Pilot Certificate with an instrument rating.
B. Recreational Pilot Certificate.
C. Private Pilot Certificate or Student Pilot Certificate with appropriate logbook endorsements.
What minimum radio equipment is required for VFR operation within Class B airspace?
A. Two-way radio communications equipment, a 4096-code transponder, an encoding altimeter, and a VOR or TACAN receiver.
B. Two-way radio communications equipment and a 4096-code transponder.
C. Two-way radio communications equipment, a 4096-code transponder, and an altitude encoder.
An operable 4096-code transponder with an altitude encoder is required in which airspace?
A. Class D and Class G (below 10,000 feet MSL).
B. Class D and Class E (below 10,000 feet MSL).
C. Class A, Class B (and within 30 miles of the Class B primary airport), and Class C.
Prior to starting each maneuver, pilots should
A. check altitude, airspeed, and heading indications.
B. announce their intentions on the nearest CTAF.
C. visually scan the entire area for collision avoidance.
The most effective method to scan for other aircraft for collision avoidance during nighttime hours is
A. using peripheral vision by scanning small sectors and utilizing off-center viewing.
B. a series of short, regularly spaced eye movements to search each 30-degree sector.
C. regularly spaced concentration on the 3-, 9-, and 12-o'clock positions.
Responsibility for collision avoidance in an alert area rests with
A. Air Traffic Control.
B. the controlling agency.
C. all pilots.
The most effective method to scan for other aircraft for collision avoidance during daylight hours is
A. regularly spaced concentration on the 3-, 9-, and 12-o'clock positions.
B. a series of short, regularly spaced eye movements to search each 10-degree sector.
C. peripheral vision by scanning small sectors and utilizing off-center viewing.
How can you determine whether another aircraft is on a collision course with your aircraft?
A. The other aircraft will always appear to get larger and closer at a rapid rate.
B. The nose of each aircraft is pointed at the same point in space.
C. There will be no apparent relative motion between your aircraft and the other aircraft.
Why is the use of a written checklist recommended for preflight inspection and engine start?
A. To instill confidence in the passengers.
B. For memorizing the procedures in an orderly sequence.
C. To ensure that all necessary items are checked in a logical sequence.
Except for takeoff or landing, what is the minimum safe altitude required to operate an aircraft over congested areas?
A. An altitude of 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 2,000 feet of the aircraft.
B. An altitude of 1,000 feet above any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure.
C. An altitude of 500 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 1,000 feet of the aircraft.
Except for takeoff or landing, what is the minimum safe altitude required to operate an aircraft over other than a congested area?
A. An altitude allowing, if a power unit fails, an emergency landing without undue hazard to persons or property on the surface.
B. An altitude of 500 feet above the highest obstacle within a horizontal radius of 1,000 feet.
C. An altitude of 500 feet AGL, except over open water or a sparsely populated area, which requires 500 feet from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure.
ANSWERS
1. A. "Class B Basics" - FAR 91.117
2. C. "Class B Basics" - FAR 91.131
3. C. "Class B Basics" - FAR 91.131
4. C. FAR 91.215
5. C. "Collision Avoidance" - Flight Training Handbook, "Introduction to Flight Training"
6. A. "Collision Avoidance" - Flight Training Handbook, "Night Flight"
7. C. "Collision Avoidance - Aeronautical Information Manual, "Special Use Airspace"
8. B. "Collision Avoidance" - Aeronautical Information Manual, "Fitness for Flight"
9. C. "Collision Avoidance" - Aeronautical Information Manual, "Fitness For Flight"
10. C. "Out of the Pattern" - Pilot's Handbook Of Aeronautical Knowledge, "Airplanes and Engines"
11. A. "Instructor Tips" - FAR 91.119
12. C. "Instructor Tips - FAR 91.119
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