Stage Check ORAL 30: Private Pilot Definitions & Terms

What are the V speeds?

Vso- 45 KIAS

Vs- 50 KIAS

Vx- 64 KIAS

Vy- 76 KIAS

Best Glide- 76 KIAS

Cruise Climb- 87 KIAS

Vfe- 102 KIAS

Vo- 113 KIAS (2550)- 98 KIAS (1917)

Vso- 125 KIAS

Vne- 154 KIAS

What are the procedures of engine failure below Vr?

Throttle- idle

Brakes- as required

Engine- shutdown if necessary

What are the procedures for engine failure above Vr?

Airspeed- maintain safe

Landing- straight ahead

Engine- shutdown if necessary

What are the procedures for engine failure during flight?

Airspeed- 76 KIAS

Fuel selector- switch tanks

Fuel pump switch- ON

Mixture- rich

Alternate air- open

Engine instruments- check

What are the procedure for power-off landing?

Airspeed- 76 KIAS

Place to land- pilot option

Cabin passengers- prepare

What are the procedures for engine fire during start?

Starter- continue cranking

Mixture- idle/cut off

Throttle- full open

Fuel pump switch- off

Fuel selector- off

What are the procedures for engine fire in flight?

Fuel selector- off

Throttle- closed

Mixture- idle/cut off

Fuel pump switch- off

Heat and defroster controls- off

What are the procedures for electrical fire in flight?

Emergency battery switch- verify arm

Battery master switch- off

Alternator switch- off

Vents- open

Heat and defroster controls- off

Fire- extinguish

What are procedures for spin recovery?

Rudder- full opposite of spin

Control wheel- full forward and ailerons neutral

Throttle- idle

Rudder- neutral after spin

Control wheel- smooth back pressure

Throttle- as required

What are procedures for emergency descent?

Throttle- idle

Mixture- rich

Bank- 45 degrees

Fuel pump switch- ON

Airspeed- do not exceed 125 KIAS

Rollout- pilot option

What is CFLAPS?

Checklist- complete

Flight path- correct

Landing configuration- correct

Airspeed- proper (+/- 5)

Power setting- appropriate

Sink rate- normal

What consists of a first class medical?

ATP Privileges

Over 40- expires after 6 calendar months

Under 40- expires after 12 calendar months

What consists of a second class medical?

Commercial Privileges

Expires after 12 calendar months

What consists of a third class medical?

Private/ Student Pilot privileges

Over 40- expires in 24 calendar months

Under 40- expires in 60 calendar months

What is the maximum ramp weight?

2558 lbs

What is the maximum takeoff weight?

2550 lbs

What is the maximum baggage weight?

200 lbs

What is Vo and why does it change with weight?

It's the maximum operating maneuvering speed at which application of full available aerodynamic control will not over stress the plane

What is the difference between Vs and Vso?

VS is the stall speed or minimum steady flight speed for which the aircraft is still controllable, while VSO is stall speed or minimum steady flight speed in a landing configuration

What is the difference between Vx and Vy?

Vx is best angle of climb (greatest gain in altitude in shortest possible horizontal distance)

Vy is best rate of climb (greatest gain in altitude over short amount of time)

Why do we select fuel pump on when we have an engine failure in flight?

A lack of fuel pressure may have cause the engine failure

Why do we put the mixture rich when we have an engine failure in flight?

A mixture that is too lean can cause fuel starvation

Why does the throttle go full open during engine fire during start?

Allow for maximum airflow

Why do we keep ailerons neutral during spin recovery?

So we do not aggravate the spin

Why do we select throttle idle during a spin recovery?

When you push on the yoke full power will make the plane want to pull up causing the plane to stall more

How long do you have to wait to fly after donating blood?

72 hours

How long do you have to wait to fly after donating plasma?

12 hours

How long do you have to wait to fly after consuming alcohol? (UND and FAA)

UND- 12 hours

FAA- 8 hours

When do we have to have Winter gear on board?

Below 32 F

What consists of a duty period?

Must not exceed 16 hours, starts with first scheduled activity and ends with a rest period of 10 hours

What is the required rest period?

A continuous period of 10 hours of uninterrupted rest and should include 6 to 8 hours of sleep

When can you use your cell phones on the ramp?

An emergency

If you are stationary and the engine is not running

Can you take photos or videos on your solo XC?

No, all picture taking and video recording are prohibited on all solo flights

How long after a defrost do we have to be in the air?

30 minutes

What would you do if you found frost on your aircraft during pre-flight?

I would make a de-frosting request prior to engine start

Can we ever request a de-ice?

Yes

How long after refueling do we have to wait before dumping the fuel?

5 minutes

What personal documents must you have on you for your solo XC?

Government issued ID

Logbook

Pilot certificate

Medical certificate

What are the entry requirement for each airspace?

A- ATC Clearance

B- ATC Clearance

C- Two-way Radio communication

D- Two-way Radio communication

E- Two-way Radio communication (none for VFR)

G- None

Where does class A airspace start and end?

18,000 MSL to FL 60,000

What are the Pilot qualifications in each airspace?

A- Must have an instrument rating

B- Private

C- no specific requirement

D- no specific requirement

E-no specific requirement

G- no specific requirement

What are the weather minimums for each airspace?except G

A- n/a

B- 3 statute miles, clear of clouds

C- 3 SM, 1,000 above, 500 below, 2,000 horizontal

D- 3 SM, 1,000 above, 500 below, 2,000 horizontal

E- 5 SM, 1,000 above, 1,000 below, 1 SM horizontal

E- (below 10,000) 3SM, 1,000 above, 500 below, 2,000 horizontal

What are the weather minimums for class G airspace?

<1200

Day- 1 SM, clear of clouds

Night- 3 SM, 1,000 above, 500 below, 2,000 horizontal

>1200<10,000

Day- 1 SM, 1,000 above, 500 below, 2,000 horizontal

Night- 3 SM, 1,000 above, 500 below, 2,000 horizontal

>1200>10,000

5 SM, 1,000 above, 1,000 below, 1 SM horizontal

What are the required equipment for each airspace?

A- IFR equipped

B- two way radio, transponder with altitude reporting capability, ADSB-OUT

C- two way radio, transponder with altitude reporting capability

D- two way radio

E- no requirement

G- no requirement

Do we always stall at the same speed?

No

What are some factors that affect stall speed?

Total weight, load factor, power, location of CG

What are the phases of a spin?

Entry, incipient, developed, and recovery

Where is a spin most likely to occur?

Base to final because you are steep and slow

Where does class B airspace start and end?

Surface to 10,000 MSL

Where does class C airspace start and end?

Surface to 4,000 above airport elevation

Where does class D airspace start and end?

Surface to 2,500 above airport elevation

Where does class E airspace start and end?

Anywhere not depicted goes up to 17,999

Where does class G uncontrolled airspace start and end?

Surface up to 14,500 MSL

How much runway do we have remaining to do a takeoff?

At least 2,000 ft

What's the minimum altitude to overfly Grand Forks?

2,500 ft MSL

What is a TFR? Can we fly through it?

Temporary flight restriction

Permission is needed to fly through

(Check notams prior to flight)

What is a restricted area? Can we fly through it?

Unusual invisible hazards to aircraft

You can fly through VFR on top or routed IFR by ATC clearance

What is a prohibited area?

an area established for national security reasons (eg. White House, Capitol Buildings).

What is an alert area?

May contain high volume of pilot training or an unusual type of aerial activity

Participating aircraft as well as pilots transitioning the area shall be equally responsible for collision avoidance and regulations

What is an MOA? Can you fly through it?

Military operation Area

Separates military training from IFR traffic

IFR traffic may be cleared only if it is provided by ATC

What is an MTR?

Military Training Route

Used by military aircraft to maintain proficiency in tactical flying

What is a METAR?

The aviation routine weather report

Observation of current surface weather reported in a standard international format

How long are METARS valid?

Issued every hour and valid until the next issuance (SPECI)

What is a TAF? Valid period?

TAF is used as a weather forecast over an airport

Valid for 24 or 30 hour time period

What radius does a TAF cover?

5 statute miles

What is an airmet?

Inflight weather advisories issued every 6 hours and hazards for light aircraft

What are the different types of airmets?

Sierra (IFR and mountain obscurations)

Tango (turbulence and low level wind shear)

Zulu (icing and freezing levels)

What is a SIGMET?

A SIGMET advises of non-convective weather that is potentially hazardous to all aircraft.

What is a convective SIGMET?

Issued for severe thunderstorms with surface winds greater than 50 KTS hail greater than 3/4 inch in diameter, or tornadoes, embedded thunderstorms

How often are winds aloft issued?

twice daily 0000Z and 1200Z

What do winds aloft provide?

Wind and temperature forecasts at specific altitudes

Wind in knots and direction true north

What are the 5 C's?

Confess

Climb

Circle

Communicate

Conserve

What are the required documents for the aircraft and when do they expire?

MEL (archer doesn't have one)

Airworthiness certificate

Radio license (24 months)

Registration (Federal 7 years and State 12 calendar months)

Operating limitations (POH)

Weight and balance (POH)

Supplements (SP&Ps and G1000 Manual)

What is the VFR daytime requirements 91.205?

Altimeter

Tachometer

Oil pressure gauge

Manifold pressure gauge

Airspeed indicator

Temperature gauge

Oil temperature gauge

Fuel quantity indicators

Landing gear position indicator

Anti collision lights

Magnetic direction indicator

ELT

Safety belts/ shoulder harness

What is the VRF nighttime equipment requirements under 91.205?

Fuses (we have circuit breakers)

Landing lights

Anti-collision lights

Position Indicator lights

Source of power (battery)

Who is the piper archer engine manufacturer?

Lycoming

What is the engine model number?

IO-360-B4A

Fuel injected and horizontally opposed

What type of engine do we have?

Four cylinder, direct drive, horizontally opposed with fuel injections

What is the archer horsepower?

180

How long is the propellers diameter in inches?

76

What type of propellor do we have?

Fixed pitch

What is our fuel capacity?

50

What is our usable fuel amount?

48

What is our maximum ramp weight?

2558 lbs

What is our maximum takeoff and landing weight?

2550 lbs

What is AVIATE and how long until we have to check?

Annual (12 months)

VOR (30 days)

100 hours (for hire/rental)

Altimeter/pitot static system (24 months)

Transponder (24 months)

ELT (12 months, 1 hour of accumulative use, half of better life)

How do you determine inoperative equipment?

Look at at MEL (archer doesn't have it)

91.205 (ATOMATOFLAMES)

Airworthiness Directive

Placards

Kinds of Operation equipment list (POH)

Pilots decision

What is a service bulletin?

Notice from a manufacturer of safety issue/product improvement

Alert Service bulletins issued when unsafe

Regular and urgent AD

What is density altitude?

The pressure altitude corrected for nonstandard temperature.

What airports are you allowed to land at during your cross country?

The ones listed by the POH

What is the archer wind limit?

30 KT 25 KT crosswind

How often must you have a dual flight to remain current to solo?

A dual flight that make and model within 14 days

What is the max RPM?

2700

If we have an alternator failure, will our engine quit?

No because the magnetos are what keep the propellor spinning and provide fuel, oil, and oxygen to provide combustion

Why do we have two magnetos?

Increase reliability of the ignition system if one fails the other is unaffected

What are magnetos?

A self contained, engine driven unit that supplies electrical current to the spark plugs, independent of airplanes electrical system

What type of fuel can we use?

100 (green) 100 LL (blue)

Describe the archer engine and propellor.

Powered by a four cylinder, direct drive, horizontally opposed fuel injected engine.

How many volts is the alternator?

70 amps 28 volts

Do we have an elevator or stabilator?

Stabilator