Aviation Instrument Time Calculation Quiz

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How much instrument time can be logged in varying weather conditions for a flight lasting 45 minutes in IFR weather, 35 minutes in VFR, 30 minutes in VFR between layers, 20 minutes in VFR on top, and 15 minutes under the hood?

  • 2 hours
  • 1 hour, 35 minutes
  • 1 hour, 50 minutes
  • 45 minutes (correct)

What is the leading cause of aviation accidents based on human factors?

  • 75% (correct)
  • 90%
  • 50%
  • 25%

When flying on a magnetic course of 120 degrees under IFR with an altitude assignment of 'VFR on Top', which cruising altitude should be selected?

  • An odd-thousand foot altitude, plus 500 feet. (correct)
  • An odd-thousand foot altitude.
  • An even-thousand foot altitude, plus 500 feet.
  • An even-thousand foot altitude.

What altitude assignment would be incorrect for IFR operations on a magnetic course of 120 degrees?

<p>An even-thousand foot altitude. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about the percentage of human factors contributing to aviation accidents?

<p>It accounts for 50% of accidents. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

IFR Instrument Time

The amount of time spent flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions.

Aviation Accidents

75% of aviation accidents are caused by human error.

IFR Flight Plan Altitude

When flying IFR with "VFR on Top", choose an altitude that is odd thousand feet plus 500 feet.

DME ARC Intercept

Lead for intercepting a DME arc at ground speeds 150 knots or less (needs more information).

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Actual Instrument Time Logged

Only time spent in Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) weather can be recorded as actual instrument time.

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Relative Bearing

The angle between the aircraft's heading and the direction to a station, measured clockwise from the aircraft's heading.

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Cruise Clearance

Authorization from Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) to fly at a specific altitude and route during a flight.

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Composite Flight Plan

A flight plan that combines both Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) segments.

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Compulsory Reporting Points

Specific locations where a pilot must report their position and other information to Air Traffic Control.

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Published Approach Procedure

A pre-defined set of instructions for landing at an airport under IFR conditions.

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IFR Route Segment

The portion of a composite flight plan that is flown under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).

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Flight Plan Form

A document used to communicate a flight plan with Air Traffic Control.

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IFR Weather

Conditions that restrict the pilot's ability to see clearly and require the use of instruments for navigation.

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Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)

A set of regulations that allow pilots to fly in low visibility conditions.

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Visual Flight Rules (VFR)

A set of regulations that allow pilots to fly under good visual conditions where they can see the ground and other aircraft.

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Study Notes

Instrument Time Calculation

  • IFR weather: 45 minutes
  • VFR weather: 35 minutes
  • VFR between layers: 30 minutes
  • VFR on top: 20 minutes
  • ILS approach: 15 minutes
  • Total instrument time: 45 minutes

Aviation Accident Causes

  • Percentage of aviation accidents caused by human factors: 75%

Cruising Altitude Selection

  • Magnetic course: 120 degrees
  • IFR flight plan, "VFR on Top" altitude assignment
  • Correct altitude selection: An odd-thousand foot altitude, plus 500 feet

DME Arc Intercept Lead Time

  • Ground speed: 150 knots or less
  • Approximate intercept lead time: Not specified in the provided text.

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