Airlaw-AllQuestions-New ⋆ Flexwing Scotland

#1. If you intend flying circuits, you would set the Altimeter to:

CFI

1013 Hectopascals

QNH

80 Ghz

QFE

See Page 109 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#2. What does this signal mean?

Landing area for small aircraft

Unserviceable part of the runway

Gliding in Progress

See page 82 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#3. Generally a microlight aircraft is…

A EASA Aircraft

An ANO Aircraft

A Non-EASA Aircraft

See chart on page 17 of the SKYWAY CODE [LINK]

#4. What is Flight Level (FL) 100?

10,000 ft

1,000 feet

1,000 Hecto Pascals

100 Hectopascals

See Page 109 Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#5. Which is correct statement for Identification Beacons? (Choose all that are correct)

Select all that apply:

Civil aerodromes flash Red

Civil aerodromes flash White

Civil aerodromes flash white / green

Civil aerodromes flash Green

Flash alternatively white / green

Flash every 10 seconds

Military aerodromes flash White

Military aerodromes flash Green

Military aerodromes flash Red

Flash every 12 seconds

See page 87 Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#6. When above 3000 ft, what clearance should you have vertically from cloud?

1000ft

100ft

100m

1500ft

See page 73 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#7. The minimum age to hold a PPL with a microlight rating is:

16 Year old

18 Year old

17 Year old

Please See section 3.2 Page 624 of the CAP804 LINK

#8. The weather is cloudy and you can make out a green light through the cloud on your right hand side. The aircraft you are looking at is travelling :

In the opposite direction from you

Towards you

In the same direction as you

Page 85 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#9. An intercept aircraft in front of you diverts suddenly with an abrupt break away movement. This means:

Follow the intercept aircraft

You may proceed

You must land at nearest airfield

Page 150 (Number 2) of the SKYWAY CODE LINK

#10. What does this Ground Signal Mean?

Aerodrome Control in Operation

Landing Prohibited

Land in an emergency only

See page 84 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#11. Who Do the CAA consider to be the responsible person for the aircraft?

Both Pilot in command and the registered owner

The Pilot in Command

The Registered owner

See page 90 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#12. The traffic zone of a MATZ extends Up to ___ Ft and a Radius of _ nm.

3500 ft and 5nm

2000 ft and 5nm

3000 ft an 3nm

2000 ft and 3nm

3000 ft and 5nm

See page 77 of the Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#13. An accident report must be submitted to the CAA if an aircraft has an engine failure.

False

True

Ref Page 89 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#14. VFR flight is not recommended when the surface visibility is being reported as less than…..

3000 ft

5 km

3 km

1500 ft

5000 ft

1000 ft

See Page 36 of the Skyway Code [LINK]

#15. What is a NOTAM?

Not a Microlight

Notices for Airmen

Notice: Airmen and Marine

See Page 88 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#16. All Permanent structures are lit over what height?

200m

100m

200ft

300ft

100ft

300m

See page 87 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#17. What is FIS?

Flight Information Section

In Flight Information

Flight Information Service

Flight Information Support

Please see page 10 of the Skyway Code LINK

#18. What distance must an aircraft maintain from any person, vessel, vehicle or structure?

500 m

1000 m

1000 ft

500 yards

500 ft

1000 yards

See page 78 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#19. Microlight pilots fly according to the following rules:

TSB & JCB

IFR & VMC

VFR & CTR

VMC & CTR

VMC & VFR

See page 73 of Brian Cosgrove (8th Edition)

#20. A NOTAM with a “Mauve AIC” indicates….

Red Arrows Flying

Temporary Restricted Airspace

Radio Call Sign Changed

Taxiway Closed

Obstacle Erected

See Page 29 of the Skyway Code LINK

#21. When below 3000 ft, the NPPL with a microlight rating allows the holder to fly microlights in a minimum visibility of :

1.5km

3km

1 mile

2km

Ref: Page 73 of Cosgrove ** This was recently changed from 3K and only shows on the very latest versions of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#22. Who Can give you a “basic service” on the Radio?

Leuchars Approach

Dundee ATIS

Perth Radio

See page 88 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#23. A CTA is defined airspace from the surface to a specified altitude or Flight level

False

True

Ref Page 75 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#24. What is a TMZ?

Traffic Managed Zone

Transponder Muted Zone

Traffic Mandatory Zone

Transponder Mandatory Zone

Page 70 of the SKYWAY CODE [LINK]

#25. Marshal Signal – the marshal has both arms out and crosses them above his head. This means:

Slow Down

Stop

Switch engine off

Follow me

see this CAA LINK or page 86 Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#26. A White cross and a single white bar denotes:

Unfit for aircraft movement

Emergency landing only

Reporting Point

See page 84 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#27. In order to carry passengers, you must have completed what….

five take-offs and landings in the last 90 days

three take-offs and landings in the last 90 days

three take-offs and landings in the last 60 days

five take-offs and landings in the last 60 days

Page 20 of the SKYWAY CODE [LINK]

#28. In flight radio weather reports can be obtained from …

Metar

wegetanyweather.com

Volmet

Notam

Please see page 13 of the Skyway Code LINK

#29. VMC requirements stipulate that a pilot should remain how far from cloud horizontally when above 3000 ft?

1500 ft

2000 ft

1000 ft

1000 m

1500 m

See page 73 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#30. As part of it’s equipment, a microlight must carry:

Air speed Indicator, Altimeter, Compass

Compass, Air speed indicator

Air speed indicator and Altimeter

BMAA Link

Page 1 of TIL027

1. Introduction
1.1 All aeroplanes, whether microlights or otherwise have some kind of instrumentation fitted. BCAR
Section S as a minimum requires that a microlight should be fitted with an altimeter and ASI, along with
the minimum engine instruments required by the engine manufacturer.

#31. How many take-offs does a pilot need to have made since the last licence validation / GST?

12

6

10

See Page 73 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#32. What does VMC stand for?

Visual Meteorological Controlled

Visual Meteorological Conditions

Vectored Meteorological Centre

See page 92 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#33. The new medical self declaration last until age:

65 Years old

60 years old

55 Years old

70 Year old

Until self declared as unfit

See this link [LINK]

#34. If a Microlight pilot is intending flying 10nm off the coast, the following applies..

The Pilot should not file a flight plan

The Pilot is advised to file a flight plan

The Pilot must file a flight plan

See page 77 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#35. NOTAMS Should be checked….

Before every flight

Weekly

When asked to by the AAIB

After every flight

Daily

When asked to by the CAA

Please see Page 29 of the Skyway Code LINK

#36. What is the current Maximum Take off Weight (MTOW) for a 2 seat Microlight

390kg

409kg

625kg

450kg

See page 70 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition (correct at time of writing – 600kg is on it’s way)

#37. A White cross denotes:

Landing is Dangerous

Helicopter Landing Area

Land in Emergency only

Strictly No Landing

See Page 84 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#38. A White Disk ahead of the “T” cross-piece indicates:

Take off and landings are in different directions

Take off and landings may not necessarily coincide

Take off and landings are in same direction

See page 82 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#39. Aircraft log books must be kept for a period after the aircraft (or its equipment) have been destroyed or permanently withdrawn from use. This period is:

2 Years

1 Year

3 Years

See Page 74 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#40. Maintenance of correct registration details in respect of an aircraft is the responsibility of:

The CAA

The Pilot

The Owner

See page 90 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#41. To retain validation, a microlight pilot must have at least 1 hour’s instruction every year.

False

True

See page 73 of Brian Cosgrove (8th edition)

#42. Personal flying log books must include details of:

Select all that apply:

Height and Speed Flown

Aircraft Registration and Permit Date

Date and time of take of and landing

Route of any Cross country flights

See page 74 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#43. The NPPL microlight class rating is valid for:

3 Years

2 Years

Till 60th Birthday

1 Year

Please see Page 72 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#44. What does a Double White Cross signify?

Parachute drop landing zone

Unfit for aircraft movement

Gliding Zone

Emergency landing only

Helicopter landing only

See page 84 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#45. When an aircraft is overtaking, the pilot should pass :

To the left of the approaching aircraft

Overhead the approaching aircraft

Underneath the approaching aircraft

To the right of the approaching aircraft

Pilot can choose

See page 79 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#46. How many hours must a pilot have flown in the previous 24 months to be able to revalidate their Licence?

6

10

12

18

See age 73 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#47. Which graphic means “Start Engine”

#

See page 86 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition or Page 57 of CAP637 [LINK]

#48. If you travel overseas outside the UK you should carry the following documents:

Pilots Licence, Aircraft Registration Document, Radio Licence, Airworthiness Document, Copy of Interception Procedures.

Pilots Licence, Aircraft Registration Document, Copy of Interception Procedures, Airworthiness Document. Aircraft Insurance, Radio Licence.

Pilots Licence, Aircraft Registration Document, Radio Licence

See Page 89 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#49. Which of the following is true when flying as high as possible (tick all that apply)

Select all that apply:

Air tends to be more turbulent

Fuel consumption is better

Less time in case of engine failure

Reduced Radio reception

Better view for navigation

Fuel consumption is worse

Reduced Visibility

Better Radio reception

Air tends to be smoother

Fuel consumption is not unaffected

See Page 38 of the SKYWAY CODE [LINK]

#50. Documents that must be carried when flying non-EASA aircraft in the UK (for UK Aircraft) Tick all that apply:

Passenger liability document

Third Party Insurance document

Pilots Licence

Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

Medical Declaration document

Pilots Log Book

Passport

Navigation Chart

Page 23 of the SKYWAY CODE [LINK]

#51. Which of the following records are compulsory to be registered in a pilot’s personal log book? (tick all that apply)

Registration of Aircraft

Date of Flight

Colour of Aircraft

Status of Pilot

Instructor Ref Number

Place and time of Departure

Weather

Flight Path

See page 74 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition or ANO Page 103 [LINK]

#52. What does this chart sign represent?

GTF Site

Ground Airway Site

TMZ

General Aviation Site

Glider Launching Site

Microlight Flying Site

See Page 37 of the Skyway Code LINK

#53. On the VFR chart the large digits in each box created by the lat/long lines, are known as the “MEA” The term “MEA” refers to…..

Minimum Elevation Altitude

Mean Elevation Altitude

Maximum Elevation Altitude

See Page 38 of the Skyway Code LINK

#54. How wide is an "AIRWAY"

3nm

5000 ft

5nm

10nm

3000 ft

See page 75 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#55. If an altimeter is set to “Height” this will be what setting?

TMA

JCB

TSB

CTA

TMZ

QNH

QFE

See page 109 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#56. A ground signal flashing green light to aircraft means:

Do not land; aerodrome closed.

Do not land. Give way - continue circling.

Return to aerodrome and await landing clearance

Cleared to land.

see page 52 CAA LINK

#57. Flying on a “restricted” rating means you cannot fly when the cloud is below:

1500 ft

1000 ft

2000 ft

See page 72 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#58. TMA is similar to a:

COD

CTR

CTA

See page 75 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#59. A Chequered red/yellow flag denotes:

Aircraft can only move on the apron and maneuvering area with permission of ATC

Landing permitted

Landing areas are servicable, but normal facilities are not available. Land in emergency only

Landing areas are unservicable

See page 83 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#60. When Following a prominent landmark, Pilots should keep the landmark what side of the aircraft?

Directly below

The left

The right

See page 79 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#61. Yellow and Black triangular sections denote:

Marshalling Area

Boundary

Unserviceable Area

See page 84 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#62. An aircraft “Flight” is deemed to be :

From when the aircraft first moves under its own power, until the moment when it next comes to rest after landing

From when the engine starts to when it lands

From when it leaves the runway to when it touches down

From when the Pilot sits in the Pilot Seat to when he gets out

Ref Page 78 of Cosgrove **Please Note that the ANO has a slightly different take on Page 12 (3.a) LINK

#63. ANO stands for:

Air Navigation Order

Aircraft's new owner

Aerial Navigation Only

Page 69 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#64. What does “Part-NCO” generally refer to ?

Commercial operations

Non Commercial operations

Please see page 18 of the Skyway Code LINK

#65. How many FIS Regions are there for the Scotland and England?

2

3

8

15

See page 10 of the Skyway Code (Scottish Information and London Information) LINK

#66. ICAO stands for

International Civil Aviation Organisation

International Civil Aircraft Organisation

Internal Civil Aviation Organisation

See this link [LINK]

#67. To attend and fly at Exhibition/Display events, approved by CAA, a microlight PPL pilot must have

Written request from the event organiser.

Written permission from the event organiser.

Have Display Pilot authorisation from CAA.

See CAP 403 [LINK]

#68. A Red Letter “L” and White corner markings mean a light aircraft:

Can land with Caution

Cannot Land

Can Land

See page 84 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#69. The “Distress” radio frequency is:

121.500

129.835

135.475

105.500

151.200

123.456

Page 136 of the SKYWAY CODE [LINK]

#70. Using a Listening Squawk is compulsory..

When in a MATZ

True

When in a TMZ

False

see page 12 of the Skyway Code LINK

#71. This sign denotes:

Coffee Point

What's the Point

Holding Point

Reporting Point

Needle Point

See page 83 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#72. Prior to performing any unusual manoeuvres, a pilot should perform checks, using the mnemonic:

HASELL

CHIEFTAP

STAMP

Page 26 of the SKYWAY CODE [LINK]

#73. A transponder is required to enter a MATZ

True

False

Sometimes

See page 77/78 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#74. A red Letter “L” across a white dumb-bell denotes:

Use Runways designated by a Red "L"

Landing area restricted

Use Runways designated by a White "L"

See Page 83 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition

#1. If you intend flying circuits, you would set the Altimeter to:

#2. What does this signal mean?

#3. Generally a microlight aircraft is…

#4. What is Flight Level (FL) 100?

#5. Which is correct statement for Identification Beacons? (Choose all that are correct)

#6. When above 3000 ft, what clearance should you have vertically from cloud?

#7. The minimum age to hold a PPL with a microlight rating is:

#8. The weather is cloudy and you can make out a green light through the cloud on your right hand side. The aircraft you are looking at is travelling :

#9. An intercept aircraft in front of you diverts suddenly with an abrupt break away movement. This means:

#10. What does this Ground Signal Mean?

#11. Who Do the CAA consider to be the responsible person for the aircraft?

#12. The traffic zone of a MATZ extends Up to _____ Ft and a Radius of ___ nm.

#13. An accident report must be submitted to the CAA if an aircraft has an engine failure.

#14. VFR flight is not recommended when the surface visibility is being reported as less than…..

#15. What is a NOTAM?

#16. All Permanent structures are lit over what height?

#17. What is FIS?

#18. What distance must an aircraft maintain from any person, vessel, vehicle or structure?

#19. Microlight pilots fly according to the following rules:

#20. A NOTAM with a “Mauve AIC” indicates….

#21. When below 3000 ft, the NPPL with a microlight rating allows the holder to fly microlights in a minimum visibility of :

#22. Who Can give you a “basic service” on the Radio?

#23. A CTA is defined airspace from the surface to a specified altitude or Flight level

#24. What is a TMZ?

#25. Marshal Signal – the marshal has both arms out and crosses them above his head. This means:

#26. A White cross and a single white bar denotes:

#27. In order to carry passengers, you must have completed what….

#28. In flight radio weather reports can be obtained from …

#29. VMC requirements stipulate that a pilot should remain how far from cloud horizontally when above 3000 ft?

#30. As part of it’s equipment, a microlight must carry:

#31. How many take-offs does a pilot need to have made since the last licence validation / GST?

#32. What does VMC stand for?

#33. The new medical self declaration last until age:

#34. If a Microlight pilot is intending flying 10nm off the coast, the following applies..

#35. NOTAMS Should be checked….

#36. What is the current Maximum Take off Weight (MTOW) for a 2 seat Microlight

#37. A White cross denotes:

#38. A White Disk ahead of the “T” cross-piece indicates:

#39. Aircraft log books must be kept for a period after the aircraft (or its equipment) have been destroyed or permanently withdrawn from use. This period is:

#40. Maintenance of correct registration details in respect of an aircraft is the responsibility of:

#41. To retain validation, a microlight pilot must have at least 1 hour’s instruction every year.

#42. Personal flying log books must include details of:

#43. The NPPL microlight class rating is valid for:

#44. What does a Double White Cross signify?

#45. When an aircraft is overtaking, the pilot should pass :

#46. How many hours must a pilot have flown in the previous 24 months to be able to revalidate their Licence?

#47. Which graphic means “Start Engine”

#48. If you travel overseas outside the UK you should carry the following documents:

#49. Which of the following is true when flying as high as possible (tick all that apply)

#50. Documents that must be carried when flying non-EASA aircraft in the UK (for UK Aircraft) Tick all that apply:

#51. Which of the following records are compulsory to be registered in a pilot’s personal log book? (tick all that apply)

#52. What does this chart sign represent?

#53. On the VFR chart the large digits in each box created by the lat/long lines, are known as the “MEA” The term “MEA” refers to…..

#54. How wide is an "AIRWAY"

#55. If an altimeter is set to “Height” this will be what setting?

#56. A ground signal flashing green light to aircraft means:

#57. Flying on a “restricted” rating means you cannot fly when the cloud is below:

#58. TMA is similar to a:

#59. A Chequered red/yellow flag denotes:

#60. When Following a prominent landmark, Pilots should keep the landmark what side of the aircraft?

#61. Yellow and Black triangular sections denote:

#62. An aircraft “Flight” is deemed to be :

#63. ANO stands for:

#64. What does “Part-NCO” generally refer to ?

#65. How many FIS Regions are there for the Scotland and England?

#66. ICAO stands for

#67. To attend and fly at Exhibition/Display events, approved by CAA, a microlight PPL pilot must have

#68. A Red Letter “L” and White corner markings mean a light aircraft:

#69. The “Distress” radio frequency is:

#70. Using a Listening Squawk is compulsory..

#71. This sign denotes:

#72. Prior to performing any unusual manoeuvres, a pilot should perform checks, using the mnemonic:

#73. A transponder is required to enter a MATZ

#74. A red Letter “L” across a white dumb-bell denotes:

Results

#12. The traffic zone of a MATZ extends Up to ___ Ft and a Radius of _ nm.