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In a taxi briefing, what does the 'R' stand for in the acronym 'ARCH'?
What does the 'E' represent in the 'DEPARTS' briefing mnemonic?
During a takeoff briefing, what does the 'T' signify in the 'DEPARTS' acronym?
'ARCH' and 'DEPARTS' are utilized in which stage of flight?
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Which part of the aircraft briefing focuses on Hot spots & Hazards?
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What does the 'H' stand for in the 'ARCH' taxi briefing mnemonic?
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What is the purpose of a block altitude assigned by ATC?
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What are the two principles of a gyroscope mentioned in the text?
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What does the Heading Indicator (HI) reflect?
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How does the Attitude Indicator (AI) operate?
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Which type of instrumentation may have small acceleration/deceleration errors according to the text?
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What kind of instrumentation is normally vacuum-driven in General Aviation (GA) aircraft?
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What document is required for a pilot to have before a flight, according to the IFR Quick-Review Guide?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the required aircraft documents for flight according to the IFR Quick-Review Guide?
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When is the Annual inspection required for aircraft maintenance as per the IFR Quick-Review Guide?
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What type of inspection is required if a pilot is carrying a person for hire in the aircraft as per the IFR Quick-Review Guide?
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Which document provides information on the operating limitations for an aircraft?
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What type of check is required every 30 days for IFR flights according to the IFR Quick-Review Guide?
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Study Notes
Pre-Flight Procedures
- Seat position adjusted and locked in place
- Air vents location and operation discussed
- All environmental controls reviewed
- Action in case of passenger discomfort explained
- Fire extinguisher location and operation demonstrated
- Exit doors: how to secure and open explained
- Emergency evacuation plan reviewed
- Emergency/survival kit: location and contents shown
TAXI BRIEFING – “ARCH”
- Assigned/planned runway reviewed
- Route discussed
- Crossings and hold short instructions reviewed
- Hot spots & Hazards (e.g., NOTAMs, closed taxiways/runways, surface condition) discussed
TAKEOFF BRIEFING – “DEPARTS”
- Departure review discussed (e.g., takeoff type, initial heading, first fix & course, clearance readout)
- Establish Expectations (e.g., flying pilot, PIC, positive transfer of controls)
- Plan/special considerations discussed (e.g., weather, visibility, terrain, unfamiliar field, inoperative equipment/MELs)
- Alternate (takeoff alternate, if needed, or return plan) reviewed
- Runway conditions and length discussed
- Trouble/Tactics (e.g., rejected takeoff, engine failure) reviewed
- Encouragement to speak up with questions or concerns
Block Altitude
- Assigned by ATC to allow altitude deviations within it
- Example: “Maintain block altitude 9 to 11 thousand”
Flight Instruments - Gyroscopic Instruments
Principles of a Gyroscope
- Rigidity in space
- Precession
Attitude Indicator (AI)
- Operates on the principle of rigidity in space
- Shows bank and pitch information
- Older AIs may have a tumble limit
- Normally vacuum-driven in GA aircraft, may be electrical in others
- May have small acceleration/deceleration errors and roll-out errors
Heading Indicator (HI)
- Operates on the principle of rigidity in space
- Reflects changes in heading, but cannot measure the heading directly
- Must be calibrated with a magnetic compass to indicate correctly
- May be slaved to a magnetic heading source, such as a flux gate, and sync automatically to the present heading
Personal Documents Required for Flight
- Pilot Certificate
- Medical certificate (or US Driver’s license as permitted by §61.113 & §61.23)
- Authorized photo ID (passport, driver’s license, etc)
- Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit (For flights outside the US)
Aircraft Documents Required for Flight - “ARROW”
- Airworthiness certificate
- Registration certificate
- Radio station license (for flights outside the US)
- Operating limitations & information (in AFM)
- Weight & Balance data (aircraft specific)
Aircraft Maintenance Inspections Required for IFR - “AVIATES”
- Airworthiness Directive (AD) required inspections
- VOR check every 30 days
- Inspections:
- Annual inspection - 12 calendar months (all aircraft)
- 100-hour (time-in-service) inspection required if:
- Carrying a person for hire (other than crew member)
- Flight instructing for hire in an aircraft provided by the person giving the instruction
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Test your knowledge on aircraft passenger safety procedures including seat adjustment, environmental controls, emergency evacuation plans, and communication protocols. This quiz covers essential information for ensuring passengers' safety during flights.
