Air Law Quiz 
This is a series of test questions on Air Law.
#1. How wide is an “AIRWAY”
In simple terms, an Airway is a “motorway in the sky.” It is a designated corridor of controlled airspace that connects major airports and navigation points.
Just like a motorway has a specific width and speed, a UK Airway has defined dimensions and strict rules.
1. The Dimensions
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Width: Most UK airways are 10 nautical miles wide (5 miles on either side of the centre line).
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The Floor (Base): They don’t start at the ground. Most have a “floor” that starts at Flight Level 70 (7,000 ft) or Flight Level 100 (10,000 feet).
See page 75 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#2. A NOTAM with a “Mauve AIC” indicates….
Restricted airspace (temporary) may be established around large air displays or other significant public gatherings.
Under the Restriction of Flying Regulations, entry
to such airspace may be prohibited or restricted.
This will normally be detailed in a ‘Mauve’ AIC.
See Page 32 of the Skyway Code LINK
#3. A ground signal flashing green light to in flight aircraft means:
- Flashing Green: Return for landing (go-around).
- Steady Green: Cleared to land.
- Flashing Red: Airport unsafe, do not land.
- Steady Red: Give way and continue circling.
- Flashing Green: Cleared to taxi.
- Steady Green: Cleared for takeoff.
- Flashing Red: Taxi clear of the runway.
- Steady Red: Stop.
see page 52 CAA LINK
#4. What does this chart sign represent?
This is a chart symbol you will see on a 1:250,000 or 1:500,000 VFR sectional chart.
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The Letter “G”: Stands for Glider Site.
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The Number “2.5”: This indicates the maximum altitude (in thousands of feet) that glider activity normally takes place at that site. In this case, gliders may be found up to 2,500 ft AMSL.
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The Circle: The broken circle around the G indicates the general area of activity.
See Page 42 of the Skyway Code LINK
#5. A White cross on a runway denotes:
Crosses of a single contrasting colour, white on runways and yellow on taxiways, displayed horizontally on runways and taxiways or parts thereof indicate an area unfit for movement of aircraft.
Page 22 of Cap 637 (Visual Aids) LINK
See Page 84 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#6. Marshal Signal – the marshal has both arms out and crosses them above his head. This means:
This is used by a ground handler to tell the pilot to stop immediately.
see page 55 of CAPS637 LINK
page 86 Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#7. When below 3000 ft, the NPPL with a microlight rating allows the holder to fly microlights in a minimum visibility of :
1. The Standard Legal Minimum (1.5 km)
For a fixed-wing aircraft (including microlights) operating at a speed of 140 knots or less below 3,000 feet, the absolute legal minimum flight visibility is:
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1,500 metres (1.5 km)
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Requirement: You must remain clear of cloud and with the surface in sight.
(Note: While 1.5 km is the legal “floor,” most flight schools and the BMAA strongly advise against flying in anything less than 3–5 km for safety.)
CAA ** See Note 4 ** LINK
#8. Personal flying log books must include details of:
Select all that apply:
Personal Details: Pilot name
Flight Date: Date of each flight.
Locations: Places of departure and arrival.
Times: Times of departure, arrival, and total Flight duration (hours/minutes).
Aircraft Details: Aircraft type, and registration.
Pilot Function: Your role (PIC, Solo, Dual, Instructor, etc.).
See page 74 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#9. A red Letter “L” across a white dumb-bell denotes:
A red letter L displayed on the dumb-bell signifies that light aircraft are permitted to take-off and land either on a runway or on the area on the aerodrome designated by a large white letter L.
Page 47 of CAP673 (Visual Aids) LINK
See Page 83 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#10. As part of it’s equipment, a microlight must carry:
Page 1 of TIL027
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.
#11. Which graphic means “Start Engine”
Raise right arm to head level with wand pointing up and start a circular motion with hand; at the same time, with left arm raised above head level, point to engine to be started.
See page 86 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition or
Page 57 of CAP637 LINK
#12. ICAO stands for
ICAO stands for the International Civil Aviation Organization.
It is a specialized agency of the United Nations, based in Montreal, Canada.
What does it do?
Essentially, ICAO is the global body that creates the “rulebook” for aviation. It sets the international standards and regulations necessary for:
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Safety: Ensuring planes don’t crash and that pilot training is consistent worldwide.
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Security: Protecting aviation from unlawful interference (like terrorism).
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Efficiency: Harmonising rules so a plane can fly from the UK to any other country without changing its basic procedures.
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Environment: Managing the global impact of aviation on the climate.
See this link LINK
#14. The “Distress” radio frequency is:
#15. Which of the following records are compulsory to be registered in a pilot’s personal log book? (tick all that apply)
To keep your licence valid and prove your experience, the following details are compulsory for every flight:
1. Basic Flight Information
Date: The date the flight took place.
Aircraft Details: The registration (tail number) and the type/model of the aircraft (e.g., G-ABCD, Cessna 172).
Place of Departure & Arrival: The ICAO code or name of the airfields you flew from and to.
2. Time (Block Time)
Departure/Arrival Times: The time the aircraft first moves for the purpose of taking off until it finally comes to rest after landing.
Total Flight Time: This is “block-to-block” time, not just the time spent in the air.
3. Pilot Roles & Experience
Pilot-in-Command (PIC): The name of the person acting as the commander. If you are flying solo, you enter your own name.
Function: You must specify your role for that flight:
PIC: Operating as the commander.
Dual: Receiving instruction with an instructor.
PICUS: Pilot-in-Command Under Supervision
See page 74 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition or
ANO Page 103 [LINK]
#16. What is Flight Level (FL) 100?
In aviation, Flight Level (FL) 100 is a way of describing an altitude of 10,000 feet based on a standard pressure setting.
It’s pronounced “Flight Level One Zero Zero,” and it means the aircraft’s altimeter, set to the standard pressure setting (1013.25 hPa), reads 10,000 feet, which is roughly 10,000 feet above mean sea level under standard conditions.
See Page 109 Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#17. All permanent structures must be lit above what height?
- United Kingdom (CAA): Lighting is legally mandated for structures of a height of 150 meters AGL or more that are not in the immediate vicinity of a licensed aerodrome. Structures with a height of 45 meters or higher generally require some form of medium-intensity lighting.
CAA LINK
See page 87 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#18. The minimum age to hold a PPL with a microlight rating is:
To obtain a NPPL with a Microlight Class Rating you must complete flight training with a UK Civil Aviation Authority authorised flying instructor entitled to instruct on microlights. You must be at least 16 to fly solo, and you must be at least 17 to hold a UK NPPL.
BMAA LINK
#19. What is FIS?
FIS (Flight Information Service) in aviation is a crucial service providing essential advice and information (weather, traffic, hazards) for safe and efficient flight, especially in uncontrolled airspace
Please see page 12 of the Skyway Code LINK
#20. 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 this scenario, the other aircraft is travelling from your left to your right.
Here is the breakdown of why:
The Rule: By international standard, all aircraft have a green light on the right wing (starboard) and a red light on the left wing (port).
The Sight: Because you can only see the green light, you are looking at the right-hand side of that aircraft.
The Direction: For you to see its right wing as it passes in front of you (and through the cloud), its nose must be pointed toward the right.
Quick Reference for Navigation Lights:
Only a Green light: Crossing from your left to your right.
Only a Red light: Crossing from your right to your left.
Both Red and Green: Flying directly toward you.
Only a White light: Flying directly away from you.
Page 85 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
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