Airplane IFR Quick-Review Page 3 of 32

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What is the frequency range for VHF Omni Directional Range (VOR) stations?

108.1 to 111.95 MHz
108.0 to 117.0 MHz
108.0 to 117.95 MHz (correct)
117.0 to 117.95 MHz

What does a full-scale deflection on a VOR indicator correspond to?

15º
5º
20º
10º (correct)

What must a pilot do before using a VOR station?

Use the VOR station without verification
Tune in to the closest VOR station
Request permission from ATC
Verify correct and usable VOR station with morse ID (correct)

What is the purpose of the VOR MON (VOR Minimum Operational Network) program mentioned in the text?

Ensure availability of MON airports regardless of aircraft position (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of frequencies are reserved for Localizer (LOC) stations according to the text?

Odd tenths between 108.10-111.95 MHz (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the '1-2-3' rule in the context of IFR flying?

A rule for determining if a destination alternate is required. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to §91.169, what are the requirements for filing an IFR flight plan?

Filing an IFR flight plan and receiving an appropriate ATC clearance. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the NTSB rule regarding taking off into IMC in uncontrolled airspace without a clearance?

It is considered a violation of careless operation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why was taking off into IMC without a clearance in Class G airspace considered a violation?

It contradicts IFR navigation procedures. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions is a destination alternate not required according to the '1-2-3' rule?

When an instrument approach is published and available. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'NW KRAFT' mnemonic in preflight information required for IFR?

It highlights different aspects like NOTAMs and weather reports needed for IFR flying. (A) Signup and view all the answers

For magnetic course 195º in uncontrolled airspace below FL290, what altitude should be maintained?

Odd thousands (A) Signup and view all the answers

What altitude should be maintained for an aircraft flying at magnetic course 225º above FL290?

Even thousands or FLs (C) Signup and view all the answers

In RVSM airspace for magnetic course 45º, at what altitude should aircraft fly?

Even Flight Levels starting at FL310 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the prescribed takeoff minimums for part 121, 125, 129, and 135 operations according to the text?

1/2 SM visibility for more than 2 engines and 1 SM visibility for 1-2 engine airplanes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does a Diverse Vector Area (DVA) allow ATC to provide instead of an Obstacle Departure Procedure (ODP)?

Radar vectors (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where can Diverse Vector Area (DVA) information be found according to the text?

US Terminal Procedures Publication (C) Signup and view all the answers