AVIATION FUNDAMENTALS-
EXAM 1 REVIEW 2025 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
What are the requirements to become a private pilot? -
....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? -
....ANSWER ...-Pass a physical exam administered by an FAA-
authorized aviation medical examiner.
What are the privileges associated with having a private pilot certificate?
- ....ANSWER ...-Being able to carry passengers and sharing
expenses with other pilots
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,How are aircraft organized for pilot certification? -
....ANSWER ...-Category, class, and type
What is included in a flight review? - ....ANSWER ...-At least one
hour of ground instruction, one hour of flight instruction, and a log
book endorsement
What rating is an essential requirement for most career flying jobs? -
....ANSWER ...-Multi-engine
Additional pilot certificates that can be added to the private pilot
certificate are commercial pilot, airline transport pilot, and -
....ANSWER ...-certificated flight instructor.
What is the purpose of the FAA? - ....ANSWER ...-To govern
commercial and general aviation
What requirements must you meet before you can acquire a student
pilot certificate? - ....ANSWER ...-You must be at least 16 years of
age; able to read, speak, write and understand the English language; and
hold a third-class medical certificate.
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,How do variations in atmospheric pressure affect your body when
flying? - ....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? -
....ANSWER ...-Reduce stress and anxiety; schedule flights to
avoid turbulent conditions; focus on objects outside the aircraft; open
fresh air vents
How does stress affect pilot performance? - ....ANSWER ...-
Releases hormones such as adrenaline, speeds metabolism, and increases
heart rate, respiration, and perspiration
What are the risks of operating an airplane under the influence of
alcohol? - ....ANSWER ...-Impaired judgment and reduced
coordination.
After performing a self-assessment, what other steps must you follow
before flying while using a drug? - ....ANSWER ...-Consult with an
aviation medical examiner and verify FAA approval of the drug.
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, What actions do you need to take to plan for practicing flight maneuvers
and procedures? - ....ANSWER ...-Determine an 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 the steps in the positive exchange of flight controls procedure?
- ....ANSWER ...-. The pilot passing control says, "You have the
flight controls," and continues to fly the airplane.2. The pilot taking
control says, "I have the flight controls," and moves the control stick to
confirm.3. The pilot passing 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? - ....ANSWER ...-How and when to fasten
safety belts, air vent location and operation, fire extinguisher location
and operation, egress and emergency operation of doors and windows,
traffic and talking including use of headsets, your questions (passenger
questions)
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EXAM 1 REVIEW 2025 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
What are the requirements to become a private pilot? -
....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? -
....ANSWER ...-Pass a physical exam administered by an FAA-
authorized aviation medical examiner.
What are the privileges associated with having a private pilot certificate?
- ....ANSWER ...-Being able to carry passengers and sharing
expenses with other pilots
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,How are aircraft organized for pilot certification? -
....ANSWER ...-Category, class, and type
What is included in a flight review? - ....ANSWER ...-At least one
hour of ground instruction, one hour of flight instruction, and a log
book endorsement
What rating is an essential requirement for most career flying jobs? -
....ANSWER ...-Multi-engine
Additional pilot certificates that can be added to the private pilot
certificate are commercial pilot, airline transport pilot, and -
....ANSWER ...-certificated flight instructor.
What is the purpose of the FAA? - ....ANSWER ...-To govern
commercial and general aviation
What requirements must you meet before you can acquire a student
pilot certificate? - ....ANSWER ...-You must be at least 16 years of
age; able to read, speak, write and understand the English language; and
hold a third-class medical certificate.
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,How do variations in atmospheric pressure affect your body when
flying? - ....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? -
....ANSWER ...-Reduce stress and anxiety; schedule flights to
avoid turbulent conditions; focus on objects outside the aircraft; open
fresh air vents
How does stress affect pilot performance? - ....ANSWER ...-
Releases hormones such as adrenaline, speeds metabolism, and increases
heart rate, respiration, and perspiration
What are the risks of operating an airplane under the influence of
alcohol? - ....ANSWER ...-Impaired judgment and reduced
coordination.
After performing a self-assessment, what other steps must you follow
before flying while using a drug? - ....ANSWER ...-Consult with an
aviation medical examiner and verify FAA approval of the drug.
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, What actions do you need to take to plan for practicing flight maneuvers
and procedures? - ....ANSWER ...-Determine an 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 the steps in the positive exchange of flight controls procedure?
- ....ANSWER ...-. The pilot passing control says, "You have the
flight controls," and continues to fly the airplane.2. The pilot taking
control says, "I have the flight controls," and moves the control stick to
confirm.3. The pilot passing 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? - ....ANSWER ...-How and when to fasten
safety belts, air vent location and operation, fire extinguisher location
and operation, egress and emergency operation of doors and windows,
traffic and talking including use of headsets, your questions (passenger
questions)
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