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What are the requirements to become a private pilot? Correct Answer -
You must be at least 17 years of age, complete specific training and flight time
requirements described in the FARs, pass a knowledge exam, and complete a
practical test.
What are the requirements to obtain a third-class medical certificate?
Correct Answer - Pass a physical exam administered by an FAA-authorized
aviation medical examiner.
What are the privileges associated with having a private pilot certificate?
Correct Answer - Being able to carry passengers and sharing expenses with
other pilots
What are the categories of aircraft that can be flown with a private pilot
certificate? Correct Answer - Airplane, rotorcraft, glider, lighter-than-
air, and powered lift.
In order to remain current and act as a PIC you must Correct Answer -
Satisfactorily complete a flight review every 24 months and if carrying
passengers, perform three takeoffs and landings in the same aircraft category
and class within the preceding 90 days.
What rating is an essential requirement for most career flying jobs?
Correct Answer - Multi-Engine
Additional pilot certificates that can be added to the private pilot certificate
are commercial pilot, airline transport pilot, and Correct Answer -
Certified flight instructor.
What is the purpose of the FAA? Correct Answer - To govern
commercial and general aviation
, As part of the requirements to be able to fly solo as a student pilot, you must
hold at least a Correct Answer - third-class medical certificate.
How do variations in the atmospheric pressure affect your body when flying?
Correct Answer - Reduced pressure can cause pain in the ears, sinuses, and
abdomen and can cause decompression sickness after scuba diving.
What are four ways to minimize the effects of motion sickness? Correct
Answer - Reduce stress and anxiety; schedule flights to avoid turbulent
conditions; focus on objects outside the aircraft; open fresh air vents
How does fatigue affect pilot performance? Correct Answer - Degrades
concentration, impairs coordination, and decreases the ability to
communicate
How can alcohol impair your ability to control your airplane? Correct
Answer - It reduces coordination, slows reflexes, and impairs vision.
If you are using a drug, what process should you follow before flying?
Correct Answer - Perform a self-assessment, obtain an aviation medical
examiner's approval, and verify FAA approval of the drug.
What actions do you need to take to plan for practicing flight maneuvers and
procedures? Correct Answer - Determine and appropriate altitude and
location for practice; determine the maneuver and procedure steps and
appropriate airplane configurations using the pilot's operating handbook
(POH) and your training materials.
What are steps in the positive exchange of flight controls procedure?
Correct Answer - 1. The pilot passing the control says, "You have the flight
controls," and continues to fly the airplane.
2. The pilot taking control says, "I have the flight control," and moves the
control stick to confirm.
3. The pilot passing the control says, "You have the flight controls," releases
the flight controls, and visually verifies that the other pilot has the flight
controls.
What are the elements of the passenger briefing that you should perform
prior to the flight? Correct Answer - How and when to fasten safety