PSA WRITTEN TEST QUESTIONS (PART 1) EXAM 2026 WITH
100% ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. If a pilot is flying at 220 knots in Class B airspace, what action should
they take to comply with regulations?
Reduce airspeed to 200 knots or below.
Increase airspeed to 250 knots for better performance.
Maintain current airspeed and notify air traffic control.
Change altitude to exit Class B airspace.
2. Which statement is true concerning squall lines?
They form slowly, but move rapidly.
They are associated with frontal systems only.
They offer the most intense weather hazards to aircraft.
3. What does the term 'Min Fuel' indicate regarding an aircraft's fuel
supply?
The aircraft is required to land immediately.
The aircraft has an excess fuel supply.
The aircraft is in an emergency situation.
The aircraft can accept little to no delay upon reaching
destination.
4. In a scenario where a pilot must make a quick decision during
turbulence, which PSA Core Value should primarily guide their actions?
Passion
,Professional Excellence
, Safety
Preparedness
5. Describe the relationship between airspeed and induced drag in level
flight.
Induced drag is unaffected by changes in airspeed.
As airspeed decreases below the speed for maximum L/D,
induced drag increases due to the need for greater lift.
Induced drag decreases as airspeed decreases.
Higher airspeed always results in lower induced drag.
6. During a flight, if a pilot encounters severe turbulence while
descending, what should they prioritize to ensure safety?
Accelerating to a higher speed
Holding constant attitude
Reducing altitude quickly
Changing the flight path immediately
7. Why are the phases of flight considered critical in aviation safety?
These phases are only important for commercial flights.
These phases are less regulated and allow for more flexibility.
These phases involve the highest risk and require heightened
attention from the pilot.
These phases are primarily focused on fuel efficiency.
8. An "Other Than Standard CAT II Operation" will allow CAT II operations
to a decision height below 200 feet but not lower than:
150 feet.
, 100 feet.
50 feet.
175 feet.
9. A wing leading edge slat..
increases cruise speed
adds stability
prevents stall entirely
delays separation of the boundary layer to a higher angle of
attack
10. The three basic categories of GPS/RNAV equipment are:
Mission Enhancement Systems, RNP, and FMS
Hand-held GPS, Laptop GPS, and FMS
PGU, Mission Enhancement System and Systems meeting
Requirements for IFR flight
INS, PGU, and Mission Enhancement systems
11. Describe the purpose of using outboard ailerons during flight.
Outboard ailerons are used to reduce drag at high speeds.
Outboard ailerons are primarily for increasing lift during takeoff.
Outboard ailerons are used to enhance roll control and
stability at slow speeds.
Outboard ailerons are utilized for landing gear deployment.
12. In a scenario where an aircraft is approaching a stall during a high-
angle-of-attack maneuver, how would the deployment of leading edge
100% ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. If a pilot is flying at 220 knots in Class B airspace, what action should
they take to comply with regulations?
Reduce airspeed to 200 knots or below.
Increase airspeed to 250 knots for better performance.
Maintain current airspeed and notify air traffic control.
Change altitude to exit Class B airspace.
2. Which statement is true concerning squall lines?
They form slowly, but move rapidly.
They are associated with frontal systems only.
They offer the most intense weather hazards to aircraft.
3. What does the term 'Min Fuel' indicate regarding an aircraft's fuel
supply?
The aircraft is required to land immediately.
The aircraft has an excess fuel supply.
The aircraft is in an emergency situation.
The aircraft can accept little to no delay upon reaching
destination.
4. In a scenario where a pilot must make a quick decision during
turbulence, which PSA Core Value should primarily guide their actions?
Passion
,Professional Excellence
, Safety
Preparedness
5. Describe the relationship between airspeed and induced drag in level
flight.
Induced drag is unaffected by changes in airspeed.
As airspeed decreases below the speed for maximum L/D,
induced drag increases due to the need for greater lift.
Induced drag decreases as airspeed decreases.
Higher airspeed always results in lower induced drag.
6. During a flight, if a pilot encounters severe turbulence while
descending, what should they prioritize to ensure safety?
Accelerating to a higher speed
Holding constant attitude
Reducing altitude quickly
Changing the flight path immediately
7. Why are the phases of flight considered critical in aviation safety?
These phases are only important for commercial flights.
These phases are less regulated and allow for more flexibility.
These phases involve the highest risk and require heightened
attention from the pilot.
These phases are primarily focused on fuel efficiency.
8. An "Other Than Standard CAT II Operation" will allow CAT II operations
to a decision height below 200 feet but not lower than:
150 feet.
, 100 feet.
50 feet.
175 feet.
9. A wing leading edge slat..
increases cruise speed
adds stability
prevents stall entirely
delays separation of the boundary layer to a higher angle of
attack
10. The three basic categories of GPS/RNAV equipment are:
Mission Enhancement Systems, RNP, and FMS
Hand-held GPS, Laptop GPS, and FMS
PGU, Mission Enhancement System and Systems meeting
Requirements for IFR flight
INS, PGU, and Mission Enhancement systems
11. Describe the purpose of using outboard ailerons during flight.
Outboard ailerons are used to reduce drag at high speeds.
Outboard ailerons are primarily for increasing lift during takeoff.
Outboard ailerons are used to enhance roll control and
stability at slow speeds.
Outboard ailerons are utilized for landing gear deployment.
12. In a scenario where an aircraft is approaching a stall during a high-
angle-of-attack maneuver, how would the deployment of leading edge
