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What is the minimum time required to file an air traffic service flight plan for a flight departing into controlled or advisory airspace, unless otherwise authorized by an ATSU?

  • 15 minutes before departure
  • 60 minutes before departure
  • 120 minutes before departure
  • 30 minutes before departure (correct)

What is the minimum time required to file an air traffic service flight plan in flight, for a flight to be conducted in controlled or advisory airspace, with the responsible air traffic service unit?

  • 10 minutes before entry (correct)
  • 3 minutes before entry
  • 5 minutes before entry
  • 15 minutes before entry

When a controlled flight inadvertently deviates from its air traffic service flight plan, when must a revised ETA be notified to the ATC if the error exceeds the specified limit?

  • 2 minutes
  • 1 minute
  • 3 minutes (correct)
  • 5 minutes

Which of the following flights require an air traffic service flight plan to be filed, according to the Civil Aviation Regulations?

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Which of the following statements is TRUE about a private pilot on a VFR flight that crosses an airway at right angles, while primarily flying in uncontrolled airspace?

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What is the requirement for an aircraft that has an air traffic service flight plan filed for it?

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What does the term 'Aerodrome Traffic Zone' refer to?

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What is the responsibility of the Pilot in Command (PIC) of an aircraft operating in controlled airspace?

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What is the requirement for an aircraft operating in the vicinity of an unmanned aerodrome concerning turns?

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When two heavier-than-air aircraft are approaching an aerodrome for landing, who has the right of way?

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What is the maximum time a non-pressurized aircraft can operate at altitude between 10,000 ft and 12,000 ft without supplemental oxygen?

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Under which condition can an aircraft overtake another slower aircraft when a right-hand circuit is in place?

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When overtaking a slower aircraft at the same height and heading outside of an aerodrome circuit, which side should the pilot pass on?

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What is required for an aircraft to operate by night?

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How long must an aircraft flight folio be retained by the owner or operator?

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What should each aircraft do when approaching head-on to avoid a collision?

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What is the minimum number of spare fuses an aircraft must carry if fuses are used?

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Who has the right of way when a vehicle is towing an aircraft on an apron?

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Who should the pilot in command report an aircraft accident to as soon as possible?

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How quickly must a licence holder notify the Commissioner of a change in postal address?

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For which type of flight is a record of each fuel and oil uplift required to be kept?

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What must be obtained before moving an aircraft involved in an accident?

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What is the frequency for establishing the mass and centre of gravity of an aircraft?

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When must the relevant entries in a pilot's logbook be made for flights conducted in accordance with Part 91?

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How long after passing the theoretical knowledge examinations must a private pilot undergo the skill test?

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What is the minimum number of hours a private pilot must have flown as pilot in command to undergo the revalidation skill test?

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What is the minimum total of instrument flight time required for an aeroplane night flight rating?

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How long is a night rating valid for a pilot?

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What must a pilot without a night rating complete to act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers by day?

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What type of training must a pilot undergo to change to another type of aeroplane within the same class rating?

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What is the minimum amount of dual flight training required for an initial single pilot multi-engine type rating?

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What is required if a pilot fails a proficiency check?

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Under what conditions may a flight with an activated flight plan continue in controlled airspace during a radio failure?

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What does cloud ceiling refer to?

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What is required for a VFR flight departing from an Aerodrome Traffic Zone?

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What are the maximum allowed cloud restrictions for a VFR flight within a 5 nm radius?

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What is the take-off visibility required for an aeroplane on a VFR flight departing from an ATZ?

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What is the maximum number of flight hours a private pilot without an instrument rating may exceed in the preceding 12 months to act as a flight crew member?

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The selection of flight levels in accordance with the semi-circular rule is based on what?

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Which criteria must be met for a pilot to conduct special VFR operations in a control zone?

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What are the required weather minima for a VFR flight in uncontrolled airspace below 1000 ft above the surface during the day?

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Compliance with the semi-circular rule is mandatory for flights operating above what altitude?

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For an aircraft flying VFR between 1,500 ft and 5,000 ft at day, what are the visibility and distance from clouds requirements?

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If an aircraft is to maintain a track of 160 degrees with an 8-degree right drift and 20 degrees variation, what is the most appropriate VFR flight level?

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What should an aircraft operating outside controlled airspace and below FL100 not exceed in indicated airspeed unless authorized?

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What does a steady green light signify to an aircraft in flight at an aerodrome?

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A series of white flashes shown to an aircraft on the ground at an aerodrome indicates what?

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If two VFR aircraft are maintaining tracks of 359 degrees (M) and 180 degrees (M), what can be concluded?

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Flashcards

Night operation beacon requirement

An aircraft must have a serviceable rotating beacon or strobe light to operate at night.

Day operation beacon requirement

A rotating beacon or strobe light is not required for day operations of an aircraft.

Spare fuses requirement

An aircraft must carry spare fuses equal to at least 10% of installed fuses or three, whichever is greater.

Documents for domestic flight

Certifications required include the certificate of release to service, registration, and pilot’s licence.

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Fuel and oil record keeping

A record of each fuel and oil uplift must be maintained in the aircraft flight folio.

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Flight folio retention period

An aircraft flight folio must be retained for 5 years from the last entry.

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Pilot logbook entry timeframe

Entries in a pilot’s logbook for specific operations must be made within 7 days.

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Address change notification

A licence holder must notify the Commissioner of any address change within 14 days.

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Skill Test Timing

Must be completed within 6 months of passing theoretical exams for a private pilot licence.

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Revalidation Flight Hours

A private pilot must have at least 3 hours as PIC in the last 6 months before revalidation.

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Night Rating Requirements

Must complete 10 hours of instrument instruction for night rating; 5 can be in FSTD.

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Aeroplane Night Flight Rating

Requires 10 hours instrument time, 5 take-offs, and 5 landings at night plus a 150nm dual cross country.

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Theoretical Knowledge for Night Rating

An applicant must undergo at least 5 hours of theoretical knowledge instruction for a night rating.

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Night Rating Validity

Valid as long as the holder's pilot licence is valid.

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Passenger Flight Requirements

A pilot without a night rating must have 3 take-offs and landings within the last 90 days to carry passengers by day.

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Proficiency Check Periodicity

Pilots must undergo proficiency checks for revalidation unless they passed a test in the last 24 months.

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Flight plan priority

Aircraft with filed flight plans may receive priority over those without.

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Radio failure procedures

In case of radio failure, an activated flight plan allows continuing in controlled airspace if procedures are followed.

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Cloud ceiling definition

The height of cloud base below 20,000ft covering more than half the sky.

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VFR takeoff requirements

A VFR cross-country flight must have a favorable weather forecast before takeoff.

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VFR flight visibility

Every VFR flight must maintain visual reference to the surface and not exceed 3/8 cloud within 5nm.

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Take-off visibility from ATZ

5km visibility is required for VFR takeoff from an Aerodrome Traffic Zone.

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Weather minima for VFR

In uncontrolled airspace between 1,500ft and 5,000ft, the weather minima is 5km visibility from cloud.

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Special VFR operations

A PIC can conduct special VFR within a control zone, requiring ATC approval and cloud base of 600ft.

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Aerodrome Traffic Zone

A controlled airspace at an aerodrome where control is operational.

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Two-way communication

The requirement for pilots to establish communication before entering controlled airspace.

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Amendment to ATC clearance

A change proposed by a pilot to air traffic control clearance that needs approval.

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Flight plan filing time

A flight plan must be filed at least 30 minutes before departure into controlled airspace.

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In-flight flight plan filing

A flight plan filed in-flight must be submitted 10 minutes before entering controlled airspace.

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Revised ETA notification

An updated Estimated Time of Arrival must be notified if an error exceeds 3 minutes.

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Flight plan for international boundaries

A flight plan is required for crossings of international borders, even without landings.

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Flying through an airway

A pilot can fly through an airway with proper clearance without a flight plan if mostly in uncontrolled airspace.

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Priv. pilot flight limits

Non-instrument rated pilots cannot operate after 1000hrs in 12 months.

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Semi-circular rule

Flight levels should be chosen based on magnetic track.

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Semi-circular rule compliance height

Compliance is necessary above 1500ft AGL unless directed by ATC.

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VFR below 1500ft

VFR flights below 1500ft are not required to follow the semi-circular rule.

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VFR flight level 160deg track

For a track of 160deg, drift 8deg right, the VFR level is FL065.

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VFR flight level 344deg track

For a track of 344deg, drift 6deg right, the VFR level is FL075.

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Same flight level VFR tracks

Two VFR aircraft on tracks 359deg and 180deg could be at the same level.

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Different flight levels VFR tracks

Two VFR aircraft on tracks 359deg and 179deg could be at different levels.

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Turns at unmanned aerodrome

The PIC must make all turns to the left unless a right-hand circuit is in force.

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Right of way landing

The aircraft at a lower level has right of way when approaching to land.

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Overtaking in a right-hand circuit

An aircraft may overtake a slower aircraft by passing on its left in a right-hand circuit.

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Overtaking at same height

An aircraft shall pass the slower aircraft on the right when overtaking at the same height and heading.

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Head-on collision avoidance

When two aircraft approach head-on, each shall alter heading to the right to avoid collision.

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Towing vehicle priority

A vehicle towing an aircraft has the right of way over taxying aircraft on the apron.

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Accident reporting responsibility

The pilot in command must report an accident to the Director and Commissioner as soon as possible.

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Moving accident aircraft

An aircraft in an accident may only be moved with permission from the investigator in charge.

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Study Notes

Air Law Definitions

  • Day: The period between 15 minutes before sunrise and 15 minutes after sunset
  • Night: The period between 15 minutes after sunset and 15 minutes before sunrise
  • Aeroplane: A category rating
  • Single engine piston aeroplane: A class rating
  • Aeroplane with maximum certified mass exceeding 5700kg: A type rating
  • Flight time: From the moment the aircraft lifts off until it stops at the end of the landing roll
  • Manoeuvring area: Taxiways and runways
  • Formation flights: Conducted by arrangement with the pilot in command of each aircraft
  • Infant (in aviation): A passenger who has not reached their second birthday
  • Child restraint device: Required for passengers under 2 years old
  • Passenger seat: Required for each person aged 2 years or more
  • Smoking: Prohibited within 15 metres of an aircraft

Additional Regulations

  • Refuelling: May not take place with passengers on board
  • Fire extinguisher: Hand-operated fire extinguisher must be carried on all aircraft
  • First aid kit: Required on all aircraft
  • Simulated emergency situations: Can be carried out in aircraft when passengers are not on board
  • Landing/take-off: Public roads cannot be used, except in emergency
  • Breathing oxygen: Available for passengers and crew during flights above 10,000 ft and below 12,000 ft for more than 120 minutes
  • Aircraft operation at altitude: Limited to 120 minutes unless the aircraft is equipped with supplemental oxygen
  • Rotating beacon/strobe light: Required for day operation, serviceable rotating beacon or strobe light required for night operation

Further Regulations

  • Logbooks: Certified copies must be submitted to the Commissioner every 12 months
  • Logbook retention: 60 months after the pilot no longer holds a valid pilot license
  • Medical certificates: Validity periods differ based on the pilot's age
  • Medical certificate issues: Proof of recovery from decreased medical fitness required
  • Medical certificate deferral: Maximum of two consecutive periods, each of three months
  • Flight through restricted areas: Permission from appropriate authority required
  • Aircraft and flight related: Details regarding the locations of prohibited areas and associated aeronautical information
    • Examples: AIP, AIP SUP, AIC's and NOTAM

Specific Procedures and Requirements

  • Aircraft equipment: Details on electrical torches and spare fuses
  • Aircraft documents: Original or certified copies of documentation required from pilot's license, certificate of release to service, registration, etc.
  • Aircraft maintenance records: 5 Years for mass and center of gravity
  • Flight crew members: License details and carriage requirements
  • Flight folios: Details how they are retained; specifics for fuel and oil records
  • Air traffic control: Procedures for special VFR operations (e.g., within a control zone)
  • Night flights: Minimum requirements for night ratings (e.g., instrument flight time, takeoffs, landings, dual cross-country)
  • Proficiency checks: 6 months for skill tests following theoretical knowledge exam
  • Private pilot license: 10-year validity and related requirements
  • Various other requirements: Other specifications concerning aircraft operation in limited airspace
    • Various other requirements concerning flight operations and related technical specifications.

Additional Notes

  • Aircraft operations: Specific instructions and regulations for various scenarios (e.g., refuelling, towing, etc.)
  • Collision avoidance: Procedures for aircraft approaching head-on or nearly head-on
  • Reporting incidents: Procedures for reporting incidents involving aircraft in the Republic or outside the Republic.
  • Pilot responsibilities: Various procedures for reporting accidents and incidents; specifics on pilot behavior during take-off/landings, taxi, etc.
  • Specific flight rules: Rules concerning takeoff visibility and weather conditions
  • Various other specifications: A lot of other specifications on flight operations, rules regarding aircraft operation in certain areas or in certain conditions

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