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Who has the final responsibility for the safety and security of a flight?
Who has the final responsibility for the safety and security of a flight?
According to which manual is it the pilot's inherent responsibility to be alert at all times for circumstances and conditions affecting the safe operation of aircraft?
According to which manual is it the pilot's inherent responsibility to be alert at all times for circumstances and conditions affecting the safe operation of aircraft?
Part 91.103 Pre-Flight states each pilot-in-command shall what before beginning a flight?
Part 91.103 Pre-Flight states each pilot-in-command shall what before beginning a flight?
What handbook gives guidance on the eligibility of various items, plans and projects?
What handbook gives guidance on the eligibility of various items, plans and projects?
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The Airport Improvement Program Handbook does not do what?
The Airport Improvement Program Handbook does not do what?
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If the eligibility of a project is not specifically stated, it is up to what office to determine if it meets the general guidance given in the AIP Handbook?
If the eligibility of a project is not specifically stated, it is up to what office to determine if it meets the general guidance given in the AIP Handbook?
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A grant application for a project cannot be approved unless it is ________ with the proposals of planning agencies where the airport is located
A grant application for a project cannot be approved unless it is ________ with the proposals of planning agencies where the airport is located
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All projects require what prior to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval?
All projects require what prior to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval?
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Airport executives will routinely work with insurance agents and risk managers to add policy _____ to cover needs extraneous to the basic policy
Airport executives will routinely work with insurance agents and risk managers to add policy _____ to cover needs extraneous to the basic policy
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What is the basic policy that most commercial aeronautical service providers should hold?
What is the basic policy that most commercial aeronautical service providers should hold?
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Automated Terminal Information Services (ATIS) is updated how frequently?
Automated Terminal Information Services (ATIS) is updated how frequently?
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Who updates Automated Terminal Information Services (ATIS)?
Who updates Automated Terminal Information Services (ATIS)?
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What is Ignitability?
What is Ignitability?
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What is defined as high concentrations of pesticides or heavy metals?
What is defined as high concentrations of pesticides or heavy metals?
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What is defined as a hazardous characteristic if the waste burns the skin or dissolves metals?
What is defined as a hazardous characteristic if the waste burns the skin or dissolves metals?
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When chemicals are unstable and go through rapid or violent chemical reactions with water, they have what feature?
When chemicals are unstable and go through rapid or violent chemical reactions with water, they have what feature?
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How is it determined what classification, in hazardous waste generation, an airport is?
How is it determined what classification, in hazardous waste generation, an airport is?
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Why does one select a Runway Design Code?
Why does one select a Runway Design Code?
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What is the Aircraft Approach Category based on?
What is the Aircraft Approach Category based on?
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What is the Airplane Design Group (ADG) based on?
What is the Airplane Design Group (ADG) based on?
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Unmanned Aerial Systems are licensed under what FAR part?
Unmanned Aerial Systems are licensed under what FAR part?
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Model Aircraft and Part 107 operators have what maximum ceiling height?
Model Aircraft and Part 107 operators have what maximum ceiling height?
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Model aircraft operators must not fly no closer than ____ to an airport?
Model aircraft operators must not fly no closer than ____ to an airport?
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What FAR Part refers to model aircraft hobbyists?
What FAR Part refers to model aircraft hobbyists?
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Part 107 is for which of the three classes of Unmanned Aerial Systems?
Part 107 is for which of the three classes of Unmanned Aerial Systems?
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If you want to operate a drone that does not fit into Part 101 or Part 107, you must apply for what?
If you want to operate a drone that does not fit into Part 101 or Part 107, you must apply for what?
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What must an operator have to operate a UAV under Part 107?
What must an operator have to operate a UAV under Part 107?
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What visibility distance is required to operate a UAV with a Remote Pilot Airmen Certificate under Part 107?
What visibility distance is required to operate a UAV with a Remote Pilot Airmen Certificate under Part 107?
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What airspace can a UAV operate without contacting ATC for approval with a Remote Pilot Airmen Certificate under Part 107?
What airspace can a UAV operate without contacting ATC for approval with a Remote Pilot Airmen Certificate under Part 107?
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Part 150 contains the basic requirements and procedures for approval of noise surrounding an airport as described in what model?
Part 150 contains the basic requirements and procedures for approval of noise surrounding an airport as described in what model?
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Under what law does the approval of a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) limit the ability of residents near an airport to recover damages from noise exposure?
Under what law does the approval of a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) limit the ability of residents near an airport to recover damages from noise exposure?
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According to the Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA), if a resident moves in to their home after a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) has been created, it constitutes _____________ of the existence of that NEM.
According to the Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA), if a resident moves in to their home after a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) has been created, it constitutes _____________ of the existence of that NEM.
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A person who acquires interest in a property within the 65 DNL contour after the approval of a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) cannot recover damages unless he can show __________ has occurred since the map was prepared?
A person who acquires interest in a property within the 65 DNL contour after the approval of a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) cannot recover damages unless he can show __________ has occurred since the map was prepared?
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What program subsidizes air service to 141 communities in the US?
What program subsidizes air service to 141 communities in the US?
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What program provides grants to help small communities achieve sustainable air service?
What program provides grants to help small communities achieve sustainable air service?
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What is Enhanced Essential Air Service (EAS)?
What is Enhanced Essential Air Service (EAS)?
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How many intermediate stops are allowed to get from an Essential Air Service (EAS) airport to a medium or large hub airport?
How many intermediate stops are allowed to get from an Essential Air Service (EAS) airport to a medium or large hub airport?
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What law provides the basis for a great majority of noise abatement planning at airports?
What law provides the basis for a great majority of noise abatement planning at airports?
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FAR Part 150 Airport Land Use Compatibility Planning was created due to what law?
FAR Part 150 Airport Land Use Compatibility Planning was created due to what law?
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What did the passage of the Airport Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA) direct the FAA to do?
What did the passage of the Airport Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA) direct the FAA to do?
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Study Notes
Safety and Security
- The pilot-in-command has the final responsibility for the safety and security of a flight.
- It is the pilot's inherent responsibility to be alert at all times for circumstances and conditions affecting the safe operation of aircraft according to the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).
Pre-Flight
- Each pilot-in-command shall become familiar with all available information concerning the flight before beginning a flight according to Part 91.103.
Airport Improvement Program
- The Airport Improvement Program Handbook provides guidance on the eligibility of various items, plans, and projects.
- The Airport Improvement Program Handbook does not provide guidance on project costs.
- If the eligibility of a project is not specifically stated, it is up to the FAA regional office to determine if it meets the general guidance given in the AIP Handbook.
- A grant application for a project cannot be approved unless it is consistent with the proposals of planning agencies where the airport is located.
Insurance and Risk Management
- Airport executives will routinely work with insurance agents and risk managers to add policy endorsements to cover needs extraneous to the basic policy.
- The basic policy that most commercial aeronautical service providers should hold is a public liability insurance policy.
Automated Terminal Information Services (ATIS)
- Automated Terminal Information Services (ATIS) is updated hourly.
- Automated Terminal Information Services (ATIS) is updated by the FAA or authorized personnel.
Hazardous Waste
- Ignitability is defined as a hazardous characteristic if the waste burns the skin or dissolves metals.
- High concentrations of pesticides or heavy metals are defined as hazardous.
- Corrosivity is defined as a hazardous characteristic if the waste burns the skin or dissolves metals.
- Reactivity is a hazardous characteristic if chemicals are unstable and go through rapid or violent chemical reactions with water.
- The classification of an airport in hazardous waste generation is determined by the amount of hazardous waste generated per month.
Airport Design
- The Runway Design Code is selected based on the aircraft's approach category.
- The Aircraft Approach Category is based on the aircraft's speed and weight.
- The Airplane Design Group (ADG) is based on the aircraft's weight and wheel configuration.
Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
- Unmanned Aerial Systems are licensed under FAR Part 101.
- Model Aircraft and Part 107 operators have a maximum ceiling height of 400 feet.
- Model aircraft operators must not fly no closer than 5 miles to an airport.
- FAR Part 101 refers to model aircraft hobbyists.
- Part 107 is for small Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) used for commercial purposes.
- If you want to operate a drone that does not fit into Part 101 or Part 107, you must apply for a waiver.
- To operate a UAV under Part 107, an operator must have a Remote Pilot Airmen Certificate.
- To operate a UAV with a Remote Pilot Airmen Certificate under Part 107, a visibility distance of at least 3 miles is required.
- A UAV can operate without contacting ATC for approval with a Remote Pilot Airmen Certificate under Part 107 in Class G airspace.
Noise Abatement
- Part 150 contains the basic requirements and procedures for approval of noise surrounding an airport as described in the Integrated Noise Model.
- The approval of a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) limits the ability of residents near an airport to recover damages from noise exposure under the Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA).
- If a resident moves in to their home after a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) has been created, it constitutes constructive knowledge of the existence of that NEM.
- A person who acquires interest in a property within the 65 DNL contour after the approval of a Noise Exposure Map (NEM) cannot recover damages unless he can show a significant change has occurred since the map was prepared.
Air Service
- The Essential Air Service (EAS) program subsidizes air service to 141 communities in the US.
- The Small Community Air Service Development Program provides grants to help small communities achieve sustainable air service.
- Enhanced Essential Air Service (EAS) is a funding program that provides additional support to small communities.
- Up to 2 intermediate stops are allowed to get from an Essential Air Service (EAS) airport to a medium or large hub airport.
Noise Abatement Planning
- The Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA) provides the basis for a great majority of noise abatement planning at airports.
- FAR Part 150 Airport Land Use Compatibility Planning was created due to the Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA).
- The passage of the Airport Safety and Noise Abatement Act of 1979 (ASNA) directed the FAA to develop and implement noise abatement procedures.
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