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NBAA CAM Study Guide Practice Questions
With Correct Answers.
The Director of Maintenance has been tasked with ensuring security of the airport facilities for
the passengers, employees and airport based assets. The first step should be to: - Answer✔assess
the threat and vulnerabilities.
A corporate flight operations manual should be reviewed and approved by the: - Answer✔CEO
of the organization.
In order for safety precautions (e.g., guard rails, personal protective equipment) to be effective,
safety requirements must be a part of: - Answer✔company standard operating procedures.
Flight operations hazard/incident report should be submitted: - Answer✔when a safety concern
is detected.
Where in the corporate structure should the aviation department be placed? - Answer✔As high
as possible in the corporate structure
A crewmember reports for duty at 0430 for a schedule involving multiple legs into high-density
airports. In this situation, what should be done to ensure a safe operation?
A. Give the crew extra time off
B. Schedule a late return in order to provide crew rest during the day
C. Have all crewmembers do their share of the flying
D. Reduce the length of the duty day - Answer✔D. Reduce the length of the duty day
A former maintenance technician is hired to perform cleaning and refueling operations on the
ramp and given the job title of Ramp Manager. They are classified as exempt from overtime pay.
Is this classification correct? - Answer✔No, the job title alone does not determine whether the
employee is exempt
A thorough understanding of the various styles of leadership allows one to: - Answer✔build a
more effective team.
A Part 135 operator is subject to the Twelve-Five Standard Security Program. The operator must
adopt and carry out a security program that:
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A. is approved by the POI at the local FSDO.
B. is subsequently posted in a common employee area.
C. prevents the carriage of firearms aboard program aircraft.
D. includes the name of the Aircraft Operator Security Coordinator. - Answer✔A. is approved by
the POI at the local FSDO.
Strategic, tactical and operational would be a part of the hierarchy of:
A. goals.
B. planning.
C. visions.
D. missions. - Answer✔goals.
An aviation department is planning to complete in-house pilot flight training in a light, twin
engine aircraft. Which of the following TSA considerations are applicable?
A. Pilots who receive training must complete TSA security awareness training
B. The TSA must be notified and sent a copy of the US citizen's passport
C. A copy of acceptable proof of US citizenship must be kept for five years
D. US citizens must pass a criminal history record check - Answer✔C. A copy of acceptable
proof of US citizenship must be kept for five years
During an employment interview of a potential candidate, an interviewer asks questions related
to the candidate's family plans and whether her spouse approved her taking the job. What is the
proper action by the company conducting the interview? - Answer✔The applicant should be
advised not to answer the questions
What MUST be included in the maintenance record entry for inspections conducted under FAR
Part 91?
A. Inspection date and aircraft total time
B. Reference technical data (page and paragraph)
C. FAA Form 337
D. Aircraft make, model and serial number - Answer✔A. Inspection date and aircraft total time
De-icing fluid, waste jet fuel, and used engine oil are stored at the company hangar. In
accordance with the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), the aviation
manager must: - Answer✔immediately report any hazardous chemicals releases exceeding state
or local limits.
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Which of the following BEST describes the corporate vision?
A. A statement of purpose for an organization
B. A defined objective for an organization to achieve
C. A set of boundaries, goals and objectives to set the direction of an organization
D. A realistic, credible and attractive future for an organization - Answer✔D. A realistic,
credible and attractive future for an organization
Which of the following is an example of an Aviation Department Tactical Goal?
A. Provide monthly aircraft utilization reports
B. Respond to client's questions within two hours
C. Decrease operating expenses by 10 percent this fiscal year
D. Obtain a 12 percent rate of return for investors - Answer✔A. Provide monthly aircraft
utilization reports
The principal advantage of operating a corporate aircraft under an FAA Part 135 certificate is to
permit the aircraft operator to: - Answer✔avoid the applicability of the truth-in-leasing clause
requirement of FAR 91.23.
The Airport and Airway Development Act of 1970 assures the public access to development
plans through public hearings. This exchange is vital to implementing a master plan because: -
Answer✔community recognition of the need for progress typically minimizes complaints.
What are the two types of depreciation that an aviation department manager should understand? -
Answer✔Tax and book
A maintenance technician was involved in a serious accident at the company hangar. After
contacting emergency services, the company's first responsibility is to: - Answer✔accommodate
the family of the technician.
Obtaining CAM certification status indicates the aviation department manager has achieved the
highest level of corporate aviation recognition. To uphold the professional principles, which the
CAM embodies, the aspiring professional should: - Answer✔strive to enhance the safety,
security, efficiency and acceptance of business aviation worldwide.
What is the MINIMUM number of flight attendants required on an aircraft carrying more than 19
but fewer than 51 passengers under FAR Part 91? - Answer✔One
An RFP for contract maintenance work should consist of which of the following?
A. Work to be performed, task action items, Hangar Keepers Insurance and parts availability
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NBAA CAM Study Guide Practice Questions
With Correct Answers.
The Director of Maintenance has been tasked with ensuring security of the airport facilities for
the passengers, employees and airport based assets. The first step should be to: - Answer✔assess
the threat and vulnerabilities.
A corporate flight operations manual should be reviewed and approved by the: - Answer✔CEO
of the organization.
In order for safety precautions (e.g., guard rails, personal protective equipment) to be effective,
safety requirements must be a part of: - Answer✔company standard operating procedures.
Flight operations hazard/incident report should be submitted: - Answer✔when a safety concern
is detected.
Where in the corporate structure should the aviation department be placed? - Answer✔As high
as possible in the corporate structure
A crewmember reports for duty at 0430 for a schedule involving multiple legs into high-density
airports. In this situation, what should be done to ensure a safe operation?
A. Give the crew extra time off
B. Schedule a late return in order to provide crew rest during the day
C. Have all crewmembers do their share of the flying
D. Reduce the length of the duty day - Answer✔D. Reduce the length of the duty day
A former maintenance technician is hired to perform cleaning and refueling operations on the
ramp and given the job title of Ramp Manager. They are classified as exempt from overtime pay.
Is this classification correct? - Answer✔No, the job title alone does not determine whether the
employee is exempt
A thorough understanding of the various styles of leadership allows one to: - Answer✔build a
more effective team.
A Part 135 operator is subject to the Twelve-Five Standard Security Program. The operator must
adopt and carry out a security program that:
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A. is approved by the POI at the local FSDO.
B. is subsequently posted in a common employee area.
C. prevents the carriage of firearms aboard program aircraft.
D. includes the name of the Aircraft Operator Security Coordinator. - Answer✔A. is approved by
the POI at the local FSDO.
Strategic, tactical and operational would be a part of the hierarchy of:
A. goals.
B. planning.
C. visions.
D. missions. - Answer✔goals.
An aviation department is planning to complete in-house pilot flight training in a light, twin
engine aircraft. Which of the following TSA considerations are applicable?
A. Pilots who receive training must complete TSA security awareness training
B. The TSA must be notified and sent a copy of the US citizen's passport
C. A copy of acceptable proof of US citizenship must be kept for five years
D. US citizens must pass a criminal history record check - Answer✔C. A copy of acceptable
proof of US citizenship must be kept for five years
During an employment interview of a potential candidate, an interviewer asks questions related
to the candidate's family plans and whether her spouse approved her taking the job. What is the
proper action by the company conducting the interview? - Answer✔The applicant should be
advised not to answer the questions
What MUST be included in the maintenance record entry for inspections conducted under FAR
Part 91?
A. Inspection date and aircraft total time
B. Reference technical data (page and paragraph)
C. FAA Form 337
D. Aircraft make, model and serial number - Answer✔A. Inspection date and aircraft total time
De-icing fluid, waste jet fuel, and used engine oil are stored at the company hangar. In
accordance with the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), the aviation
manager must: - Answer✔immediately report any hazardous chemicals releases exceeding state
or local limits.
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Which of the following BEST describes the corporate vision?
A. A statement of purpose for an organization
B. A defined objective for an organization to achieve
C. A set of boundaries, goals and objectives to set the direction of an organization
D. A realistic, credible and attractive future for an organization - Answer✔D. A realistic,
credible and attractive future for an organization
Which of the following is an example of an Aviation Department Tactical Goal?
A. Provide monthly aircraft utilization reports
B. Respond to client's questions within two hours
C. Decrease operating expenses by 10 percent this fiscal year
D. Obtain a 12 percent rate of return for investors - Answer✔A. Provide monthly aircraft
utilization reports
The principal advantage of operating a corporate aircraft under an FAA Part 135 certificate is to
permit the aircraft operator to: - Answer✔avoid the applicability of the truth-in-leasing clause
requirement of FAR 91.23.
The Airport and Airway Development Act of 1970 assures the public access to development
plans through public hearings. This exchange is vital to implementing a master plan because: -
Answer✔community recognition of the need for progress typically minimizes complaints.
What are the two types of depreciation that an aviation department manager should understand? -
Answer✔Tax and book
A maintenance technician was involved in a serious accident at the company hangar. After
contacting emergency services, the company's first responsibility is to: - Answer✔accommodate
the family of the technician.
Obtaining CAM certification status indicates the aviation department manager has achieved the
highest level of corporate aviation recognition. To uphold the professional principles, which the
CAM embodies, the aspiring professional should: - Answer✔strive to enhance the safety,
security, efficiency and acceptance of business aviation worldwide.
What is the MINIMUM number of flight attendants required on an aircraft carrying more than 19
but fewer than 51 passengers under FAR Part 91? - Answer✔One
An RFP for contract maintenance work should consist of which of the following?
A. Work to be performed, task action items, Hangar Keepers Insurance and parts availability
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