PRIVATE HELICOPTER TEST PREP
EXAM 2025 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What are the eligibility requirements for a private pilot certificate? - ANS -At least 17 years of
age
-Able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
-Current Third Class medical certificate
-Received required ground & flight training endorsements
-Meet applicable aeronautical experience requirements
-Pass required knowledge and practical tests
What privileges and limitations apply to a private pilot? - ANS -May not act as PIC of an
aircraft that is carrying passengers or property for compensation or hire;
-May not act as PIC of an aircraft for compensation or hire
-May not pay less than the pro rata share of the operating expenses of a flight with passengers,
provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees
To act as pilot-in-command, or in any other capacity as a required flight crewmember of a civil
aircraft, what must a pilot have in his/her possession or readily accessible in the aircraft? -
ANS -Valid pilot certificate
-Photo identification
-Current and appropriate medical certificate
With respect to certification, privileges, and limitations of airmen, define the terms: "Category,"
"Class," and "Type." - ANS -Category: broad classification of aircraft; i.e., airplane, rotorcraft,
glider, etc.
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,-Class: classification of aircraft within a category having similar operating characteristics; i.e.,
single-engine land, multi-engine land, etc.
-Type: specific make and basic model of aircraft including modifications that do not change its
handling or flight characteristics; i.e., DC-9, B-737, C-150, etc.
What are the requirements to remain current as a private pilot? - ANS Flight review within
preceding 24 months in aircraft for which pilot is rated by an authorized instructor and logbook
endorsement certifying satisfactory flight review
To carry passengers: within preceding 90 days three takeoffs and landings as sole manipulator
of the flight controls; if night, three takeoffs and landings to a full stop
To exercise the privileges of a private pilot certificate, what medical certificate is required, and
how long is it valid? - ANS Third class
Under 40 when taken, then expires at end of 60th month
Over 40 when taken, then expires at end of 24th month
If a pilot changes his/her mailing address and fails to notify the FAA Airmen Certification branch
of the new address, how long may the pilot continue to exercise the privileges of his/her pilot
certificate? - ANS 30 days after the date of the move
What documents are required on board an aircraft prior to flight? - ANS Airworthiness
certificate
Registration certificate
Owner's manual or operating limitations
Weight and balance data
How can a pilot determine his/her aircraft is equipped with a Mode C altitude encoding
transponder? - ANS Referencing current weight and balance equipment list
When will an aircraft registration certificate expire? - ANS When any of the following occur:
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, -Aircraft registered under the laws of a foreign country
-Registration canceled at written request of the holder of the certificate
-Aircraft totally destroyed or scrapped
-Ownership of the aircraft is transferred
-Holder of certificate loses U.S. citizenship
-Thirty days after the death of the holder of the certificate
Who is responsible for ensuring that an aircraft is maintained in an airworthy condition? -
ANS Owner or operator
After aircraft inspections have been made and defects have been repaired, who is responsible
for determining that the aircraft is in an airworthy condition? - ANS The PIC
What records or documents should be checked to determine that the owner or operator of an
aircraft complied with all required inspections and airworthiness directives? -
ANS Maintenance records (aircraft and engine logbooks). Owner/operator shall ensure
maintenance personnel make appropriate entries in aircraft maintenance records indicating the
aircraft has been approved for return to service.
What regulations apply concerning the operation of an aircraft that has had alterations or
repairs which may have substantially affected its operation in flight? - ANS Cannot operate or
carry passengers until an appropriately rated pilot with at least a private pilot certificate flies
the aircraft; makes an operational check of the maintenance performed or alteration made;
and logs the flight in the aircraft records.
What is an Airworthiness Certificate and how long does it remain valid? - ANS -Issued by the
FAA only after the aircraft has been inspected and found to meet the requirements of 14 CFR
and is in a condition for safe operation.
-Remains in effect as long as the aircraft receives the required maintenance and is properly
registered in the U.S.
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EXAM 2025 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What are the eligibility requirements for a private pilot certificate? - ANS -At least 17 years of
age
-Able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
-Current Third Class medical certificate
-Received required ground & flight training endorsements
-Meet applicable aeronautical experience requirements
-Pass required knowledge and practical tests
What privileges and limitations apply to a private pilot? - ANS -May not act as PIC of an
aircraft that is carrying passengers or property for compensation or hire;
-May not act as PIC of an aircraft for compensation or hire
-May not pay less than the pro rata share of the operating expenses of a flight with passengers,
provided the expenses involve only fuel, oil, airport expenditures, or rental fees
To act as pilot-in-command, or in any other capacity as a required flight crewmember of a civil
aircraft, what must a pilot have in his/her possession or readily accessible in the aircraft? -
ANS -Valid pilot certificate
-Photo identification
-Current and appropriate medical certificate
With respect to certification, privileges, and limitations of airmen, define the terms: "Category,"
"Class," and "Type." - ANS -Category: broad classification of aircraft; i.e., airplane, rotorcraft,
glider, etc.
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,-Class: classification of aircraft within a category having similar operating characteristics; i.e.,
single-engine land, multi-engine land, etc.
-Type: specific make and basic model of aircraft including modifications that do not change its
handling or flight characteristics; i.e., DC-9, B-737, C-150, etc.
What are the requirements to remain current as a private pilot? - ANS Flight review within
preceding 24 months in aircraft for which pilot is rated by an authorized instructor and logbook
endorsement certifying satisfactory flight review
To carry passengers: within preceding 90 days three takeoffs and landings as sole manipulator
of the flight controls; if night, three takeoffs and landings to a full stop
To exercise the privileges of a private pilot certificate, what medical certificate is required, and
how long is it valid? - ANS Third class
Under 40 when taken, then expires at end of 60th month
Over 40 when taken, then expires at end of 24th month
If a pilot changes his/her mailing address and fails to notify the FAA Airmen Certification branch
of the new address, how long may the pilot continue to exercise the privileges of his/her pilot
certificate? - ANS 30 days after the date of the move
What documents are required on board an aircraft prior to flight? - ANS Airworthiness
certificate
Registration certificate
Owner's manual or operating limitations
Weight and balance data
How can a pilot determine his/her aircraft is equipped with a Mode C altitude encoding
transponder? - ANS Referencing current weight and balance equipment list
When will an aircraft registration certificate expire? - ANS When any of the following occur:
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, -Aircraft registered under the laws of a foreign country
-Registration canceled at written request of the holder of the certificate
-Aircraft totally destroyed or scrapped
-Ownership of the aircraft is transferred
-Holder of certificate loses U.S. citizenship
-Thirty days after the death of the holder of the certificate
Who is responsible for ensuring that an aircraft is maintained in an airworthy condition? -
ANS Owner or operator
After aircraft inspections have been made and defects have been repaired, who is responsible
for determining that the aircraft is in an airworthy condition? - ANS The PIC
What records or documents should be checked to determine that the owner or operator of an
aircraft complied with all required inspections and airworthiness directives? -
ANS Maintenance records (aircraft and engine logbooks). Owner/operator shall ensure
maintenance personnel make appropriate entries in aircraft maintenance records indicating the
aircraft has been approved for return to service.
What regulations apply concerning the operation of an aircraft that has had alterations or
repairs which may have substantially affected its operation in flight? - ANS Cannot operate or
carry passengers until an appropriately rated pilot with at least a private pilot certificate flies
the aircraft; makes an operational check of the maintenance performed or alteration made;
and logs the flight in the aircraft records.
What is an Airworthiness Certificate and how long does it remain valid? - ANS -Issued by the
FAA only after the aircraft has been inspected and found to meet the requirements of 14 CFR
and is in a condition for safe operation.
-Remains in effect as long as the aircraft receives the required maintenance and is properly
registered in the U.S.
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