PhotoFlyer Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 I'm writting a pre-solo written test, it's late, I'm tired, a little drunk, and out of questions... probably because I'm drunk. Please suggest some questions! Oh...stupid me...how about alcohol & drug questions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Witch Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 I have some fer ya, but I need to get to the other computer. I'll PM you with a copy. Later Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeloPitts Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 I willl email you the one that I use if you are still looking. PM me If you want it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pokey Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 I have some fer ya, but I need to get to the other computer. I'll PM you with a copy. Later I willl email you the one that I use if you are still looking. PM me If you want it Whats the B I G secret you guys? I'm sure even us "seasoned" pilots would like to see if we could solo again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Witch Posted December 10, 2006 Report Share Posted December 10, 2006 (edited) Ok Photo, here's the one I stole off the net about a year ago. The formatting is messed up and I'm too lazy to re-format it. Also, it's geared (No pun intended) for airplanes. Enjoy. Pre-Solo Written ExamBefore we can let you solo, you will need to complete the pre-solo written examination,as required by 14 CFR Part 61. While this is an open book examination, which you canstart working on at any time, it’s important that you realize that this information must bewell understood by you prior to your solo. If you have any doubts about your answers, orfeel that you do not understand a concept completely, ask an instructor to clarify.Once you have completed your pre-solo written, schedule an hour of ground school withan instructor. The two of you will review the examination, verifying that all of youranswers are correct, and that you completely understand all of the concepts. If anyanswers are incorrect, additional instruction will be provided. The instructor will retain theoriginal examination for his/her files. (If you want a copy of the examination, pleasemake a photocopy prior to your ground instruction.)If the instructor is satisfied that you have the knowledge necessary to safely pilot anaircraft in solo flight, (s)he will give you the pre-solo knowledge endorsement in your logbook.You will need the following materials to successfully complete this examination. (If youare missing any of these materials, they are available for purchase at Sanford Air.)„Ï A copy of the pilot operating handbook for the aircraft you are learningto fly.„Ï A current New York sectional chart.„Ï A current copy of the FAR/AIM.„Ï Your text books.„Ï Any other materials you would normally bring on a flight.Remember – take your time and enjoy yourself.1. Which certificates and endorsements must you have in your possession prior tosolo?2. As a student pilot flying solo, may you carry passengers?3. As a student pilot flying solo, may you carry cargo?4. As a student pilot flying solo, what are the regulated limitations regarding visibilityand flight above clouds?5. When you are a flying solo, who has the final authority and responsibility for theoperations of the aircraft?6. Describe the preflight actions, regarding weather, the airport, the airspace andthe aircrafts performance, that you will conduct prior to a local flight? (Keep inmind that you must comply with FAA regulations.)7. When taxiing from the Sanford Air ramp to the runway, you blast the hanger,sending rocks and other debris into an aircraft storage area and work area. Canthis be considered careless or reckless operations of an aircraft?8. What is AWOS, and on what frequency can it be received at Sanford Air?9. What is CTAF, and on what frequency can it be received at Sanford Air?10. What is UNICOM, and on what frequency can it be received at Sanford Air?11. After consumption of alcoholic beverages, what conditions must be met prior toacting as the pilot of a civil aircraft?12. When must safety belts and shoulder harnesses be worn?13. What is the legal minimum fuel reserve for day VFR flights? On what speed isthis based? What minimum fuel reserve will you use?14. Describe the difference between a "Mode A" transponder, and a "Mode C"transponder.15. Above which altitude must a transponder (with Mode C) be used? Whatexception applies?16. What is the rule regarding the operations of a Mode C transponder in the vicinityof Class B airspace?17. Do you need to use a Mode C transponder when operating:a. In Class G airspace? ________b. In Class E airspace? ________c. In Class D airspace? ________d. Above Class D airspace? ________e. In Class C airspace? ________f. Below Class C airspace? ________g. Above Class C airspace? ________18. What aircraft documents must be onboard when you are flying solo (ARROW)?19. Two aircraft are in the traffic pattern at the same time. Who has the right of way?What stipulation applies to this rule?20. You are overtaking another aircraft. Who has the right of way?21. You are converging with another aircraft from the left (the other aircraft is on yourright). Who has the right of way? How do you pass?22. You are encountering another aircraft, head on. Who has the right of way? Howdo you pass?23. How close to another aircraft can you legally operate?24. Except as necessary for takeoffs and landings, what is the lowest altitude youmay fly over congested areas?25. Except as necessary for takeoffs and landings, what is the lowest altitude youmay fly over non-congested areas?26. If you are unable to obtain the altimeter setting for an airport you are departingfrom. To what value should you set the altimeter?27. You have set your altimeter to the local altimeter setting prior to takeoff. What isthe maximum permissible altimeter error?28. List the three vacuum instruments/gauges in your aircraft. How can you detect afailure of the vacuum pump?29. List three pitot-static instruments/gauges in your aircraft. What would happen ifthe pitot tube and the drain hole were blocked at the same time?30. When flying in a straight line, above 3,000 feet AGL, what altitudes should youuse?31. When practicing your air work (not including ground reference maneuvers),above which altitude (AGL) should you begin the maneuver?32. At what altitude (AGL) should you be when practicing ground referencemaneuvers?33. From which direction (relative to the wind) do you enter a ground referencemaneuver? Why?34. When is it appropriate to abort a landing?35. You are climbing through 200-feet AGL, over the departure end of the runway,when your engine fails. What procedures do you use?36. You are in cruise flight, at 2,000-feet AGL, when your engine fails. Whatprocedures do you use?37. You are practicing your maneuvers over Wells Beach when ground fogenvelopes Sanford. What do you do?38. When flying, you accidentally penetrate a cloudbank. What do you do?39. List the following frequencies: (NOTE: These must be committed to memory).a. Sanford CTAFb. Sanford UNICOMc. Sanford AWOSd. Portland Approach (north of Sanford)e. Boston Approach (south of Sanford)f. VHF Guard (Emergency)40. What equipment and instruments must be properly working prior to departing ona day, VFR flight?41. Define and identify the following airspeeds for your aircraft? If they are marked,how are they marked on the airspeed indicator?a. VSOb. VS1c. VXd. VYe. VFEf. VGLIDEg. VAh. VNOi. VNE42. What flap setting should you use for a short-field takeoff?43. What is the total fuel capacity of your aircraft? How much is usable?44. You are flying at 3,000 feet, with an altimeter setting of 29.62-inches. The outsidetemperature is 4-deg C., and you are running at 75% power. What is yourairplanes' fuel consumption?45. What grade of fuel is used in your aircraft? What color is it?46. When you sump your tanks, you find only a clear liquid. What are two possiblecauses?47. What is the maximum oil capacity of your aircraft?48. What is the minimum oil quantity with which you are allowed to depart in youraircraft?49. What is the maximum crosswind component, as specified by your instructor, forsolo flight?50. You are departing on runway 32. The wind is 290 at 21 knots. What is thecrosswind component?51. What are the indications of carburetor icing?52. The engine is running roughly, and you turn on carburetor heat. The enginebegins to sound worse. What do you do?53. Your aircraft is loaded to it's maximum certificated takeoff weight. AWOS isreporting:KSFM 172015Z 29014KT 10SM CLR 01/M10 A3006 RMK AO1On which runway would you depart? What is the takeoff distance over a 50-footobstacle? What is the landing distance over a 50-foot obstacle?54. When approaching an airport to land, each pilot must make all turns of thatairplane to the ________ unless the airport displays approved light signals orvisual markings indicating that turns should be made to the ________, in whichcase the pilot must make all turns to the _________.55. Based on the previous question, name two other sources of informationregarding the direction of turns in traffic patterns.56. At Sanford, identify the direction of turns in the traffic pattern for each runway?a. 7b. 14c. 25d. 3257. What is the traffic pattern altitude at Sanford?58. What is the recommended method of entering the traffic pattern at Sanford?59. You are departing on runway 32, and wish to fly to the Wells coast for somepractice. How would you exit the traffic pattern?60. When aircraft operating in the traffic pattern at Sanford, what radio calls are theyrequired to make on CTAF?61. When operating in the traffic pattern at Sanford, what radio calls arerecommended?62. How can you determine if a runway is closed?63. What are the typical dimensions of Class D airspace? Give an example of nearbyClass D airspace.64. What requirements must be met prior to entering Class D airspace?65. Prior to taxiing at a Class D airport, whom must you contact for instructions?66. What requirements must be met prior to entering Class C airspace?67. Give an example of nearby Class C airspace.68. As a student pilot, and without special training and an endorsement, may youoperate an aircraft within Class B airspace?69. If an air traffic controller gives you instructions that may compromise your safetyor cause you to violate a regulation, what should you do?70. You are approaching Pease. When you attempt to contact ATC, they reply with"Aircraft calling Pease, please standby." Are you allowed into their airspace?Why or why not?71. You are approaching Portland. When you attempt to contact ATC, they reply with"Cessna 93114, please standby." Are you allowed into their airspace? Why orwhy not?72. You are approaching Boston. When you attempt to contact ATC, they reply with"Warrior 8321H, squawk 4376 and ident." Are you allowed into their airspace?Why or why not?73. You are flying directly over the Sanford Air building with an indicated altitude of950 feet. What type of airspace are you in? What are the cloud clearancerequirements?74. Are student pilots allowed to operate under Special VFR?75. What landmarks can you use to remain clear of Portland's airspace?76. What landmarks can you use to remain clear of Pease's airspace?77. What landmarks can you use to remain clear of P-67 (the prohibited airspacearound Walkers Point)?78. Where are there wildlife refuges in the vicinity of Sanford? What is the minimumrecommended altitude for operations above wildlife refuges?79. When a large business jet lands at Sanford, it generates wake turbulence thatcan be hazardous. How long should you wait before landing on the samerunway?80. The winds at Sanford are from 320-deg at 10 knots, and you are doingcrosswind-landing practice on runway 25. A Robinson R-22 helicopter (a small,two-seat helicopter) is also in the pattern for 25, but is flying right traffic (perregulations), and is landing to the right of the runway. Do you need to worryabout rotor wash? Why or why not?81. It is a bright, beautiful and sunny summers day, with light winds and smooth air.You decide to go for a relaxing flight in the vicinity of Lebanon, ME. Whathazards should you be aware of?82. Describe the operations of the "AUX" switch on the aircraft's audio panel.83. When locking and unlocking the primer in your aircraft, in which direction shouldyou turn it?84. When starting an engine, what is the maximum RPM setting allowed before theaircraft registers oil pressure?85. If the alternator fails on your aircraft, and you are running on battery, how muchtime do you have until the engine stops?86. You are on short final, when you inadvertently pull the mixture to idle/cutoffinstead of pulling the throttle to idle. What is the best way to restart the engine?Describe why this works.87. Why is it important to obtain a preflight briefing from Flight Services prior to everyflight? What is the phone number for Flight Services?88. How much frost are you allowed to have on the wings of your aircraft when takingoff?89. When practicing stalls, you inadvertently enter a spin. What are the spin recoveryprocedures for your aircraft?90. Are intentional spins allowed in Sanford Air aircraft?91. When will an airplane stall? I also have one for an R-22, but that's in a PDF that I can't convert. I'll send it as an attachment. LaterPre_solo_test_R_22.pdf Edited December 10, 2006 by Witch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justfly Posted December 21, 2006 Report Share Posted December 21, 2006 An AOPA Air Safety Foundation's Safety Advisor:Instructor's Guide to the Pre-Solo Written Test (link to .pdf file) You are a member of AOPA aren't you??? (pssst, they're often the reason we're still flying) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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