Private Pilot Oral Exam Guide

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What is induction icing in aircraft?

Icing caused by freezing rain impacting the fuselage.

Icing that occurs due to low temperatures at high altitudes.

Icing that impedes the process of air entering the intake manifold. (correct)

Icing that forms on the wings and tail surfaces of an aircraft.

Which of the following can lead to the formation of carburetor ice?

Rapid descent through a warm air mass.

High humidity levels in the air combined with cold temperatures.

Excess moisture on the wings at high altitude.

Low pressure in the venturi alongside incomplete fuel vaporization. (correct)

At what temperature can carburetor ice start to form?

Even at temperatures as warm as 70°F. (correct)

It forms only when temperatures exceed 80°F.

Only below freezing temperatures.

As low as 32°F.

What type of icing occurs on clear nights with little or no wind?

Radiation icing. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fog is caused by warm rain falling through cool air?

Precipitation-induced fog. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common result of icing on aircraft performance?

Increased drag and potential loss of control. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of icing mentioned?

Severe icing. Signup and view all the answers

What atmospheric condition can lead to upslope fog?

Warm air rising and cooling as it moves up a slope. Signup and view all the answers

What primary issue does instrument icing commonly cause on aircraft instruments?

Inaccurate readings or total failure Signup and view all the answers

Which type of structural icing is characterized by a white or opaque appearance and builds typically at the leading edge?

Rime Ice Signup and view all the answers

What type of icing occurs when large super-cooled water droplets strike an airfoil but do not freeze immediately?

Clear Ice Signup and view all the answers

What general weather briefing is suggested for pilots when planning a flight without prior weather information?

Standard Briefing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Enroute Flight Advisory Service (EFAS)?

To supply up-to-date weather advisories to pilots enroute Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency to contact the Flight Service Station (FSS) for weather information, as of October 2015?

122.0 Signup and view all the answers

What does a METAR report provide?

Aviation Routine Weather Report issued hourly Signup and view all the answers

How often is a Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) issued?

Every 6 hours Signup and view all the answers

What must an aircraft owner do to change a Minimum Equipment List (MEL)?

Send a letter and proposed MEL to the FAA for approval. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the four forces of flight is correct?

Drag and thrust are opposing forces during flight. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of flaps as a secondary flight control?

Increase lift at lower speeds. Signup and view all the answers

What causes parasite drag to increase?

An increase in the airspeed of the aircraft. Signup and view all the answers

Which principle explains how lift is created on an airfoil?

Bernoulli's Principle and Newton's 3rd Law. Signup and view all the answers

Where do wingtip vortices, a type of induced drag, occur?

At the wingtips due to the high pressure airflow from the wing. Signup and view all the answers

What is the best glide speed also known as?

L/D Max or the maximum lift to drag ratio. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of drag is primarily a byproduct of lift?

Induced drag. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Private Pilot Stage Check Oral Guide

This document is a guide for private pilot oral exams.
It references several key texts, including FAR/AIM 2016, Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, Advisory Circulars, and a Private Pilot Oral Exam Guide.

Required Documents for Flight

Pilot certificate
Medical certificate
Government-issued photo ID
As a student pilot, the logbook is also required when acting as Pilot in Command (PIC) during solo flight.

Student Pilot Limitations

No passengers
Cannot carry property for compensation or hire
Cannot fly in furtherance of business
Cannot fly with less than 3 nautical miles visibility during the day or 5 nautical miles at night, with visual references to the surface.

Private Pilot Privileges and Limitations

Act as Pilot in Command (PIC)
Carry passengers
Conduct search and rescue operations
Fly for charitable, non-profit, or community events
Act as an aircraft salesman
Limitations: Cannot fly for hire, must pay no less than pro rata share

Logbook Requirement

Only required for solo cross-country student pilots

Pilot Certificate Expiration

Under 40: Expires after 60 calendar months
Over 40: Expires after 24 calendar months
Other certificates (PPL, CPL, CFI, Ground Instructors, and ATP) have no expiration date.

Maintaining Pilot Certificate Currency

Student pilot: Valid medical certificate
Private Pilot Licence holder (PPL): Flight review every 24 months
Passenger carrying currency: 3 takeoffs and landings within 90 days (same category, class and type where required). At night, the landings must be to a complete stop.

Night Definition and Landings

Night: Between evening civil twilight and morning civil twilight
Landings: Can be accumulated 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise.

Medical Certificate Validity

Validity times are dependent on class of issued certificate. Details are presented in a chart in the document for various categories.

Documents Required Before Flight

Airworthiness Certificate
Registration
Radio License (required for international flight)
Operating Limitations (in the Pilot's Operating Handbook)
Weight and Balance equipment list

Aircraft Registration Certificate Expiration

3 years

Aircraft Weight and Balance Data

The information found in the aircraft flight manual or a takeoff data card is required.

Aircraft Category, Class, and Type

Category: Airplane, Rotorcraft, Glider, Lighter-Than-Air
Class: Single engine, Multi engine, Land, Sea.

Airworthiness Certificate Expiration

Never expires as long as the maintenance is kept up to date.

POH vs. AFM

The Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) for most light aircraft built after 1975 is also the FAA designated Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM).

Required Inspections

Annual: Every 12 calendar months
VOR: Every 30 days for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)
Other: Altimeter/Pitot Static (every 24 calendar months), Transponder, ELT (12 calendar months or after 1 hour, cumulative use, or half of the battery life).

Airworthiness Directive

Order from FAA to fix a known issue
Mandatory

Different Types of ADs

Emergency (immediate compliance before flight)
One-time (compliance once)
Recurring (compliance at a specified interval)

Overflying Annuals or 100 Hour

The maximum overfly time for an annual is 10 hours; this is only permissible when routing to the inspection location.

ELT Requirement

ELT is not required for training within 50 nautical miles of the home airport.

Equipment Required for Flight

Altimeter
Tachometer
Oil temperature gauge
Magnetic compass
Airspeed indicator
(for liquid cooled engines) Temperature gauge
Oil pressure
Fuel quantity gauge
Landing gear position indicator (if retractable)
Anti-collision lights
Manifold pressure gauge

Seatbelts and Lighting

Seatbelt use is required
Fuses (minimum 3 of each kind or 1 complete set), landing lights (if for hire), anti-collision lights, position lights
Other equipment: position lights (red on left, green on right, white on tail). Source of electricity (battery or alternator).

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This quiz serves as a comprehensive guide for private pilot oral exams, referencing critical texts such as FAR/AIM and the Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge. It covers essential topics like required documents, student pilot limitations, and privileges. Enhance your understanding and prepare effectively for your oral checkride.