Aviation Chapter 1

What was the date and location Orville and Wilbur Wright achieve the first powered flight?

December 17, 1903 Kitty Hawk North Carolina.

What is the name of Charles Lindbergh's airplane that he flew non stop across the Atlantic Ocean?

The Spirit of St. Louis.

What did Neil Armstrong say as he stepped on the moon?

"That's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind"

What was the name of the airplane Chuck Yeager flew when he broke the sound barrier?

Glamorous Glennis

When did NASA successfully fly an unmanned helicopter on Mars?

April 19, 2023

What types of aviation does the FAA govern?

Commercial and general aviation, private space flight, and the operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)--drones.

What are FAR's?

Rules that apply to all areas of aviation, including flight operations, the construction of aircraft, sand the training requirements that you must meet to obtain pilot certificates and ratings.

What are Fixed Base Operators (FBO's)?

Many pilot training schools are located here as well as a variety of services to pilots including airplane rental, fueling services, maintenance, parking and the sale of pilot supplies.

What is a CFI (Certified Flight Instructor)?

The person that can provide dual instruction in an airplane.

What is IACRA--Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application.

A web based certification/rating application system that guides you through the FAA's process to apply for pilot certificates and ratings.

What are the requirements to obtain a student pilot certificate?

The FAR's require you to be at least 16 years of age and be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.

What are the 3 classes of medical certificates?

First Class, Second Class, and Third Class.

What is an AME (Aviation Medical Examiner)?

The FAA authorized person that can issue a medical certificate.

What are the requirements needed to fly solo?

You must be 16, receive the required endorsements in your logbook from a CFI who has also determined you have achieved the knowledge and flight training necessary, hold a student pilot certificate and a medical certificate.

What is a second class medical certificate?

Good for 12 calendar months, required for operations requiring a Commercial Pilot Certificate.

What are categories of aircrafts?

With respect for aircraft certification, this relates to intended use or operating limitations.

What are Normal Category and Utility Category?

Categories common to most small airplanes used in flight training.

What is the Utility category?

Depending on how they are loaded, this category can withstand more stresses.

In what way aircraft are organized with respect to PILOT certification,.

category, class, and type

What are classes of aircraft with respect to pilot certification

Single-engine land, single-engine sea, multi-engine land, multi-engine sea.

BasicMed

A medical certificate that permits limited operations with only drivers license.

Pilot in Command

Directly responsible for and is the final authority as to the operation of the aircraft.

Flight Review

To remain Pilot in Command, you must do this every 24 calendar months

Documents needed to fly an airplane and a certificated private pilot

your private pilot certificate, photo ID, and an appropriate medical certificate

The Requirements to act as PIC of an aircraft caryting passengars

Three take-offs and landings in an aircraft of the same catgory and class within the preceding 90 days, at night if flying at night.

FARs endorsements that need training

complex, high performance, and tailwheel airplanes

Part 141

Stricter regulations than part 61

ACS

FAA Private Pilot Airman Certifiation Standards

What is the passing grade for the FAA knowledge test and how long is it valid for

70% and valid for 24 calendar months

Logbook

is required to be in your possession when flying solo with a student pilot certificate

ICAO

An agency of the United Nations that advances the techniques and principles of of international air navigation and principles of international air transport.

Part 61 and Part 141

Two types of FAA certified training schools governed by the FAR's.

How is a private pilot training program generally divided

Pre solo and first solo; cross country and night; and practical test/check ride preparation

What flight time must be recorded in your logbook?

Flight time needed to meet requirements for a certificate, rating, flight review, or recency of experience.

What is the age requirement for obtaining a private pilot certificate?

17

Complex aircraft

-retractable landing gear

-controllable pitch propeller

-flaps

-FADEC

Single Landing Gear configurations

Conventional and tricycle

Instrument Rating

Allows you to fly in a wider range of weather conditions and increases your skill at precisely controlling the aircraft.