FAA Private Pilot Exam Practice

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What regulation allows a private pilot to perform preventive maintenance?

14 CFR Part 43.7 – A private pilot may approve an aircraft for return to service after performing preventive maintenance under §43.3.

(MAINTENANCE)

What does 14 CFR Part 61.113 cover?

Pilot-in-command privileges and limitations for private pilots.

(CERTIFICATIONS)

What does 14 CFR Part 91.403 cover?

The owner/operator’s responsibility to maintain an aircraft in an airworthy condition.

(FLIGHT RULES)

What does 14 CFR Part 67 cover?

The medical standards and certification requirements for airmen.

What does NTSB Part 830 cover?

The rules for reporting aircraft accidents, incidents, and overdue aircraft to the NTSB.

How soon must the NTSB be notified of an aircraft accident or certain incidents?

Immediately.

How soon must a written report (Form 6120.1) be submitted after an accident?

10 days

What defines an accident under NTSB Part 830?

An occurrence where someone suffers serious injury or death, or the aircraft has substantial damage.

What defines an incident under NTSB Part 830?

An occurrence other than an accident that affects or could affect the safety of operations.

What is the VFR squawk code?

1200 — used in the U.S. for VFR flights not under ATC control.

What squawk code indicates a hijacking?

7500 — used if an unlawful interference (hijacking) is occurring.

What squawk code indicates a general emergency?

7700 — used for any emergency situation requiring immediate assistance.

What does the squawk code 7777 represent?

It’s reserved for military interceptor operations — never squawk this.

What is Mode C and what information does it provide?

Mode C reports altitude information (pressure altitude) to ATC.

What is Mode S?

Mode S transponders provide selective interrogation and can transmit aircraft-specific data like aircraft ID and position, often used with ADS-B.

Where is a Mode C transponder required?

• Within Class A, B, and C airspace

• Above Class B and C airspace (within 30 NM “Mode C Veil”)

• Above 10,000 ft MSL, excluding airspace below 2,500 ft AGL

Is a transponder required in Class G airspace?

Generally no, unless you’re flying above 10,000 ft MSL and more than 2,500 ft AGL, or within the Mode C veil.

Where is ADS-B Out required?

Same as Mode C transponder areas:

• Class A, B, and C airspace

• Above the ceiling and within the lateral boundaries of B or C up to 10,000 ft MSL

• Within 30 NM of Class B primary airport (Mode C veil)

• Above 10,000 ft MSL (except below 2,500 ft AGL)

What’s the difference between Mode C and Mode S transponders?

• Mode C: Reports altitude

• Mode S: Adds unique aircraft ID and ADS-B compatibility

What does “ADS-B Out” do?

It transmits your aircraft’s position, altitude, velocity, and ID to ATC and other aircraft.

What does “ADS-B In” provide?

It lets you receive traffic and weather data from ATC and other ADS-B equipped aircraft.

What is the purpose of an ELT?

To transmit a distress signal after an accident to help rescuers locate the aircraft.

When must the ELT battery be replaced or recharged?

• After 1 cumulative hour of use, or

• When 50% of the battery’s useful life has expired.

How often must the ELT be inspected?

Every 12 calendar months.

What is the purpose of Restricted Area R-5302?

It is an area used by the U.S. Navy for air-to-ground exercises (including inert ordnance up to 500-lb bombs and 5-inch Zuni rockets) and is an instrumented range for weapons impact scoring