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When are ATIS broadcasts updated?
Hourly at H+55
What are the altitude and range boundaries for Terminal and Low VORs?
Terminal- 25 NM between 1,000 and 12,000 AGL; Low- 40 NM between 1,000 and 18,000 AGL
Should you use the VOR signal as a source of navigation if it is out of service for maintenance?
False
Are Controlled Firing Areas charted?
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Must your Mode-C be operational to fly above Class C airspace?
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Does declaring 'minimum fuel' automatically give you priority?
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What frequency and transponder code should be used if intercepted by military aircraft?
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Where would you find information regarding taxiway closures?
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What has happened if the wind has shifted from 230-350, temperature and dew point have dropped, and pressure has begun to rise?
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What type of weather can you expect from moist, unstable air and very warm surface temperatures?
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What kind of conditions can you expect if you accept a flight report showing clear skies, light to no wind and reduced visibility nearing the 4-degree temp/dew point spread?
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What are some conditions of Hypoxia?
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If the pitot tube becomes clogged, which instrument becomes unreliable?
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How long is an Area Forecast valid?
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Match the stages of a thunderstorm with their names:
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What causes wind?
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How is severe weather information transmitted in flight?
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How often is a Convective SIGMET updated?
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What type of cloud formation indicates the possibility of mountain wave clear air turbulence (CAT)?
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What are your concerns when you notice a large transport category airplane beginning its takeoff from the same runway while on final approach?
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What hazardous condition might you expect if virga was reported in the vicinity of your flight route?
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What are the two greatest hazards associated with thunderstorms?
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What document allows you as the PIC of an Air Methods helicopter to install LOX bottles into the aircraft?
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If you wanted to see the most recent list of management personnel responsible for operations under part 135, where do you look?
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Who at Air Methods is designated to receive Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) and Information for Operators (INFO)?
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May you as a PIC delegate operational control responsibility?
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Are LAHSO operations approved?
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What authorizes us to use a standard passenger weight for patients unable to be weighed or give their weights?
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How do you determine if you are legal to operate a specific tail number aircraft in a commercial capacity IAW FAR 135?
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What does 14 CFR 61 cover?
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To act as a PIC or in any other capacity as a required flight crew member of a civil aircraft what must the pilot have in his/her possession? (Select all that apply)
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Refusal to submit to a drug or alcohol test is grounds for what type of action?
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What is the period that a Class 1 medical is good for?
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If you lose your airmen or medical certificate, how may you replace it and how long is that valid?
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If you are injured and required to take a medication that causes drowsiness, is your medical certificate valid?
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If you falsify your Pilot Duty Logs, what action can be taken against you?
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How long do you have to notify the FAA of a permanent change of address?
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What does 14 CFR 91 cover?
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A NASA ASRP form protects you in the case of accidents or criminal offenses.
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What information must you obtain prior to accepting a flight over 100 NM from your base site?
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What are permissible reasons for deviating from an accepted ATC clearance?
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What type of restrictive airspace will overlay a stadium hosting a large event?
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What must be done if the airworthiness certificate is unreadable?
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What is required of Air Methods concerning narcotic or stimulant drugs on board?
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What is required if a safety-sensitive function of an aircraft suffers a mishap?
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Give three examples of personnel for Part 135.
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Are PIC responsibilities for aircraft worthiness covered in the Operations Manual?
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Who is responsible to notify the CDHO of accidents, incidents, or significant events?
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What must be entered on the DFL/Load manifest for all flights?
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Is the IIMC Procedure Template required to be posted?
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How does the Chief Pilot maintain a current copy of the manual?
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When shall the sterile cockpit be in effect?
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What is the minimum airmen certificate requirement to fly VFR under Part 135?
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Study Notes
Certification and Pilot Requirements
- 14 CFR 61 governs the certification of pilots and instructors.
- Pilots must possess a valid Pilot Certificate, Medical Certificate, and an Official Photo ID to act as Pilot-In-Command (PIC) or required flight crew member.
- Refusing drug or alcohol testing can lead to application denial or certificate suspension for up to 1 year.
- Class 1 medical certificates are valid for 12 months; renewal requirements apply.
- If an airmen certificate or medical is lost, it can be replaced with a fee; replacement is valid for 60 days.
- Medical certificates become invalid if the pilot is required to take drowsy-inducing medication.
Pilot Duties and Regulations
- Falsifying Pilot Duty Logs can result in certificate suspension or revocation.
- Pilots must notify the FAA of a permanent address change within 30 days.
- 14 CFR 91 outlines general operating and flight rules, including limitations and operational procedures.
Airspace and Flight Operations
- Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) are established over large sporting events (30,000+ attendees), prohibiting operations within 3 NM and 3000 ft AGL, with exceptions for medical transportation.
- Pilots must provide required operational information like weather and runway data before accepting flights more than 100 NM from the base.
- Deviations from ATC clearances are allowed in emergencies, with updated clearances or safety concerns.
Drug and Alcohol Regulations
- 14 CFR 135 focuses on drug and alcohol use among aviation personnel; refusal to take tests can lead to severe penalties.
- Employers cannot allow individuals with prohibited drugs in their system to perform safety-sensitive duties.
General Operations Manual (GOM)
- The GOM covers regulations for flight operations, including accident reporting and cleanliness responsibility for pilots.
- Emergency drills are mandated, requiring training on assignments, equipment operation, and emergency handling.
- A total of 16 essential documents must be onboard every aircraft, including maintenance logs and flight manuals.
Flight Operations and Conduct
- If a safety-sensitive function is performed during a mishap, drinking alcohol is prohibited for 8 hours following the incident.
- Pilots must ensure compliance with weight and balance records and must inform the Director of Operations regarding emergencies.
Weather and Equipment Requirements
- Flight weather planning involves using approved sources such as Telvent DTN, WSI, and others for VFR/IFR operations.
- Communication equipment is required for maintaining contact at all times except in remote areas where it's impractical.
Navigation and Air Traffic Control
- Distances for VORs: Terminal VORs cover 25 NM up to 12,000 ft AGL; Low VORs cover 40 NM up to 18,000 ft AGL.
- "Minimum fuel" declaration informs ATC without granting emergency priority; it signifies that delays could lead to an emergency situation.
- Mode-C transponder must function properly to operate above Class C airspace.
Miscellaneous Regulations
- A pilot's total flight time includes all commercial flying, not just that with Air Methods.
- Autopilot checks are not required every 6 months for single-pilot operations but must be demonstrated annually during proficiency checks.### General Aviation Information
- Direction is determined by ground track as outlined in AIM 4-1-14.
Interception Protocol
- If intercepted by military aircraft, use transponder code 7700 for the remainder of the flight (AIM 5-6-1).
Taxiway Closures
- Information about taxiway closures can be found in NOTAM (D), which includes data on personnel and equipment near runways (AIM 5-1-3).
Meteorological Concepts
- A wind shift from 230-350 degrees with decreased temperature and dew point, and rising pressure indicates a cold front.
- Moist, unstable air with warm surface temperatures typically results in cumulus clouds, showers, and turbulence.
- Radiation fog is likely if visibility decreases, temperature/dew point spread nears 4 degrees, and conditions are clear with low winds near sunrise.
Hypoxia Symptoms
- Symptoms of hypoxia include cyanosis, headaches, impaired judgment, euphoria, visual impairment, drowsiness, tingling in extremities, and lightheadedness (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 17).
Pitot Tube Functionality
- A blocked pitot tube results in unreliable readings on the Airspeed Indicator (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 8).
Area Forecast Validity
- Area forecasts are issued three times daily and remain valid for 18 hours (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 13).
Thunderstorm Lifecycle
- Thunderstorms progress through three stages: cumulus, mature, and dissipating (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 12).
Wind Formation
- Wind is caused by air moving from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 12).
Meteorological Advisories
- Inflight severe weather information is communicated via Convective SIGMETs, which are updated hourly and valid for two hours (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 13).
Cloud Types and Turbulence
- Lenticular clouds indicate potential mountain wave clear air turbulence (CAT) but are not always present when CAT occurs (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 12).
Wake Turbulence Awareness
- On final approach, awareness of wake turbulence from large aircraft is crucial; adjust approach to avoid turbulence by terminating before the other aircraft's rotation point (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 14).
Weather Hazards
- Virga may indicate microbursts, creating hazardous flying conditions (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 12).
- Thunderstorms pose significant hazards including hail and turbulence (Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge Chapter 12).
Operational Control and Authorization
- As PIC, operational control responsibility cannot be delegated (A008).
- Air Methods helicopters are not approved for Land and Hold Short Operations (GOM 3-5).
- Standard passenger weight for unable-to-weigh patients is authorized under A097 in OpSpec.
Documentation for Operations
- Recent management personnel lists under part 135 can be checked in A006.
- PMSP is required for installing LOX bottles in Air Methods helicopters.
- Legal operation of specific tail number aircraft in commercial capacity is determined via D085 in the OpSpec.
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