Air Law Quiz (all Questions)
This is a series of test questions on Air Law.
#1. Maintenance of correct registration details in respect of an aircraft is the responsibility of:
In the UK, the Registered Owner of the aircraft is legally responsible for maintaining the correct registration details with the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
See page 90 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#2. What does “Part-NCO” generally refer to ?
Part-NCO contains pilot responsibilities, operational rules and aircraft equipment requirements. It is applicable to non-commercial and flight training operations with ‘other-than complex motor-powered’ Part 21 aeroplanes and helicopters
Please see page 17 of the Skyway Code LINK
#3. Flying on a “restricted” rating means you cannot fly when the cloud is below:
The Operational Limitations at initial issue are:
- The pilot may not carry any passenger
- The pilot may not fly with a cloud base less than 1000 feet above ground level or with less than 10 kilometres visibility
- The pilot may not fly further than 8 nautical miles from take-off.
See page 72 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
BMAA LINK
#4. How many hours as P1 in year 2 of revalidation must have been entered in the pilots log book?
A minimum 6 hours must be completed in the 12 months leading up to the renewal date, with a minimum total of 12 take-offs and landings.
BMAA Link HERE
#5. If an altimeter is set to “Height” this will be what setting?
To see your height (your distance directly above the ground at a specific airfield), you use the QFE setting.
1. QFE (Query Field Elevation)
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Definition: This is the atmospheric pressure at the airfield you are using.
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Result: When you set the QFE, your altimeter will read zero while you are on the runway.
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Use: It is mostly used by pilots flying in the “circuit” (the local traffic pattern) at an airport so they know exactly how high they are above that specific runway.
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Mnemonic: Think of the “F” in QFE as standing for Field (as in “Field Elevation”)
See page 109 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#6. How many FIS Regions are there for the Scotland and England?
In the UK, for the purposes of flight information and air traffic control, there are two main Flight Information Regions (FIRs) that cover the landmass of Scotland and England:
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London FIR (EGTT): Covers all of England and Wales.
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Scottish FIR (EGPX): Covers all of Scotland and Northern Ireland.
See Page 10 Skyway Code LINK
#7. Which of the following is true when flying as high as possible (tick all that apply)
Select all that apply:
Flying higher may provide advantages such as:
> Better view for navigation;
> Greater range in the event of an engine failure;
> Traffic density may reduce with altitude;
> Less turbulence;
> Improved true airspeed and fuel burn; and
> Improved radio reception.
See Page 43 of the SKYWAY CODE LINK
#8. An intercept aircraft in front of you diverts suddenly with an abrupt break away movement. This means:
This movement is the standard visual signal meaning “You may proceed.”
According to the ICAO and CAA (Rules of the Air), an intercepting aircraft will perform this “Series 2” signal once they have identified you or are satisfied that you are no longer a threat/restriction.
Page 150 (Number 2) of the SKYWAY CODE LINK
#9. What is a NOTAM?
NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen) in the UK are official alerts issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to inform pilots and airspace users about temporary hazards, changes to facilities, services, or procedures that are essential for safe flight operations, covering activities from air displays and drone flights to construction projects
See Page 88 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
NOTAMS LINK
#10. When an aircraft is overtaking, the pilot should pass :
When an aircraft is overtaking another in the air, the pilot of the overtaking aircraft should pass by altering course to the right.
Page 63 of the Skyway Code LINK
See page 79 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#11. 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]
#12. 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
#13. A Chequered red/yellow flag denotes:
A panel or flag consisting of red and yellow squares
indicates that aircraft may taxi only in accordance with
ATC instructions.
Page 49 of CAP637 (Visual Aids) LINK
See page 83 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#14. If you intend flying circuits, you would set the Altimeter to:
QFE (the atmospheric pressure at aerodrome elevation)
When QFE is set, your altimeter will indicate your height above the elevation of the aerodrome.
See Page 109 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
CAA Link HERE
#15. An aircraft “Flight” is deemed to be :
An aircraft “flight” is legally defined by the Air Navigation Order (ANO) as the period from when power is applied for takeoff until the landing run ends
Page 12 of ANO 2016 LINK
Ref Page 78 of Cosgrove
#16. 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:
In the UK, under the Air Navigation Order (ANO), aircraft logbooks must be preserved for 2 years after the aircraft (or its specific equipment) has been destroyed or permanently withdrawn from use.
This rule ensures that a complete maintenance and operational history is available for investigation or audit purposes even after the aircraft is no longer flying.
What needs to be kept?
This retention rule applies to the three primary logbooks for a registered aircraft:
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Aircraft Logbook: The main record of the airframe, flying hours, and structural inspections.
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Engine Logbook: A dedicated record for each engine fitted.
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Propeller Logbook: A record for any variable-pitch propellers (if applicable to your microlight).
CAA Ref 227/10 in ANO 2016 LINK
See Page 74 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
#17. 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
#18. On the VFR chart the large digits in each box created by the lat/long lines, are known as the “MEF” The term “MEF” refers to…..
On the VFR chart the large digits in each
box created by the lat/long lines, known
as the ‘maximum elevation figure’
(MEF)
See page 45 of Skyway Code LINK
#19. 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
#20. A black letter ‘C’ on a yellow background means……..
A black letter ‘C’ on a yellow background means pilots of visiting aircraft should report here. (Reporting Point)
See page 83 of Brian Cosgrove 8th Edition
Page 49 of CAP 637 (Visual Aids) LINK
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