What are the requirements to become a private pilot? – correct answer -You must be at least 17 years of
age, complete specific training and flight time requirements described in the FARs, pass a knowledge
exam, and complete a practical test.
What are the requirements to obtain a third-class medical certificate? – correct answer -Pass a physical
exam administered by an FAA-authorized aviation medical examiner.
What are the privileges associated with having a private pilot certificate? – correct answer -Being able to
carry passengers and sharing expenses with other pilots
What are the categories of aircraft that can be flown with a private pilot certificate? – correct answer –
Airplane, rotorcraft, glider, lighter-than-air, and powered lift.
In order to remain current and act as a PIC you must – correct answer -Satisfactorily complete a flight
review every 24 months and if carrying passengers, perform three takeoffs and landings in the same
aircraft category and class within the preceding 90 days.
What rating is an essential requirement for most career flying jobs? – correct answer -Multi-Engine
Additional pilot certificates that can be added to the private pilot certificate are commercial pilot, airline
transport pilot, and – correct answer -Certified flight instructor.
What is the purpose of the FAA? – correct answer -To govern commercial and general aviation
As part of the requirements to be able to fly solo as a student pilot, you must hold at least a – correct
answer -third-class medical certificate.
How do variations in the atmospheric pressure affect your body when flying? – correct answer -Reduced
pressure can cause pain in the ears, sinuses, and abdomen and can cause decompression sickness after
scuba diving.
What are four ways to minimize the effects of motion sickness? – correct answer -Reduce stress and
anxiety; schedule flights to avoid turbulent conditions; focus on objects outside the aircraft; open fresh
air vents
How does fatigue affect pilot performance? – correct answer -Degrades concentration, impairs
coordination, and decreases the ability to communicate
How can alcohol impair your ability to control your airplane? – correct answer -It reduces coordination,
slows reflexes, and impairs vision.
If you are using a drug, what process should you follow before flying? – correct answer -Perform a selfassessment, obtain an aviation medical examiner’s approval, and verify FAA approval of the drug.
What actions do you need to take to plan for practicing flight maneuvers and procedures? – correct
answer -Determine and appropriate altitude and location for practice; determine the maneuver and
procedure steps and appropriate airplane configurations using the pilot’s operating handbook (POH) and
your training materials.
What are steps in the positive exchange of flight controls procedure? – correct answer -1. The pilot
passing the control says, “You have the flight controls,” and continues to fly the airplane.
- The pilot taking control says, “I have the flight control,” and moves the control stick to confirm.
- The pilot passing the control says, “You have the flight controls,” releases the flight controls, and
visually verifies that the other pilot has the flight controls.
What are the elements of the passenger briefing that you should perform prior to the flight? – correct
answer -How and when to fasten safety belts, air vent location and operation, fire extinguisher location
and operation, egress and emergency operation of doors and windows, traffic and talking including use
of headsets, your questions (passenger questions)