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What does VFR stand for in aviation terms?
What does VFR stand for in aviation terms?
- Visual Flight Rules (correct)
- Vertical Flight Regulations
- Variable Flight Rules
- Vital Flight Regulations
Which procedure is essential to avoid an in-flight collision?
Which procedure is essential to avoid an in-flight collision?
- Using autopilot
- Maintaining a steady speed
- Visual scanning (correct)
- Flying at a higher altitude
What is a blind spot in the context of flight?
What is a blind spot in the context of flight?
- Pilot's inability to maintain control
- Portion of your view that is restricted (correct)
- Area requiring specific altitude management
- Location where no other aircraft can be seen
What altitude considerations are critical when flying over hazardous terrain?
What altitude considerations are critical when flying over hazardous terrain?
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During what conditions should landing and taxi lights be used?
During what conditions should landing and taxi lights be used?
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What is the main responsibility of the pilot-in-command?
What is the main responsibility of the pilot-in-command?
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What is the purpose of performing clearing turns in the training area?
What is the purpose of performing clearing turns in the training area?
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What effect does haze have on pilots' perceptions of distance?
What effect does haze have on pilots' perceptions of distance?
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Study Notes
Flight Rules
- IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) governs procedures for conducting flight in low visibility weather.
- VFR (Visual Flight Rules) specifies minimum cloud clearance and visibility requirements for safe flight under better weather conditions.
Collision Avoidance
- In-flight collision risk can be mitigated through proactive measures including visual scanning.
- Awareness of blind spots, influenced by aircraft design, is crucial for obstacle detection.
- Familiarity with airport operations enhances situational awareness and reduces risks.
- Following right-of-way rules is essential for maintaining safety during maneuvers.
Visual Scanning Techniques
- Effective visual scanning employs short, regularly spaced eye movements to monitor surroundings.
- Haze can distort perceptions, making traffic and terrain appear more distant than they are.
Blind Spots
- Blind spots are areas of limited visibility that vary based on the aircraft's design, potentially obscuring nearby objects.
Airport Operations
- Utilize landing and taxi lights during takeoff and landing, regardless of daylight conditions.
- Keep anti-collision lights on when the engine is running to increase aircraft visibility, unless safety is compromised.
Training Area Maneuvers
- Perform clearing turns before executing maneuvers in the training area to enhance situational awareness.
- The Pilot-in-Command bears ultimate responsibility for situational awareness and collision avoidance.
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