SAMRA 16-6

Questions and Answers

What altitude is indicated on Radar altitude?

MSL

AGL (correct)

If you cannot avoid encountering thunderstorms(TS), what should you do?

Turn back immediately

Descend below the turbulence

Gain altitude quickly

Maintain altitude and suitable power (correct)

During a CDFA approach with BARO and LNAV, what occurs if the temperature decreases?

Approach will be shallow (correct)

Approach will be standard

Approach will be steep

No impact on approach

What is the angle between surface wind and isobar and what is the wind speed for that surface wind?

0 degrees, wind speed 30kt Signup and view all the answers

When interpreting the GFA for an XC flight, which conditions might you expect?

Moderate and severe turbulence, and moderate icing Signup and view all the answers

Where do large supercooled water droplets form?

Without aloft Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Radar Altitude

Radar altitude is measured as Above Ground Level (AGL).

Thunderstorm Encounter

If unable to avoid a thunderstorm, maintain current altitude and suitable power settings.
Do not attempt to turn back during the encounter.

CDFA Approach with Temperature Variation

Conducting a Constant Descent Final Approach (CDFA) using Barometric and LNAV systems can result in a shallower approach when the temperature decreases.

Surface Wind and Isobar Relationship

The angle between surface wind and isobar is 0 degrees.
At this angle, the wind speed is typically 30 knots.

GFA Flight Considerations

During a cross-country flight with given General Forecast Areas (GFA), expect to encounter moderate to severe turbulence and moderate icing.
Identifying moderate icing on the GFA may be challenging; pay attention to specific symbols.

Large Super Water Drops

Large supercooled water drops may occur in conditions without an aloft freezing level.
Avoid choices involving freezing levels or clear ice when selecting options related to supercooled water drops.

Description

This quiz covers essential topics in aviation weather and approach techniques, including radar altitude measurements, thunderstorm encounters, and the Constant Descent Final Approach with temperature variations. Test your knowledge on how to effectively manage flight in various weather conditions.