Aviation Regulations Practice Test

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• What visibility is required for recreational pilots in Class G airspace below 10,000 ft MSL during daytime?
• What is the specific fuel requirement for a VFR flight during daylight hours in an airplane?
• What minimum flight time is required for a private pilot to tow a glider?
• What are the VFR requirements related to cloud clearance during the day in uncontrolled airspace?
• What is the required ceiling for basic VFR in Class D airspace?
• Who is responsible for the pre-takeoff briefing of passengers about seat belt usage?
• What type of medical certificate is required for a private pilot with a balloon rating?
• When must a recreational pilot have a pilot in command flight check?
• During operations within controlled airspace at altitudes between 1200 ft AGL and 10000 ft MSL, what is the minimum distance above clouds required for VFR flight?
• For which type of aircraft is the pilot in command required to hold a type rating?
• What is the minimum safe altitude required for a pilot to operate an aircraft over a non-congested area?
• When an ATC clearance has been obtained, when may a pilot deviate from the clearance?
• How long is a certified pilot entitled to exercise the privileges of their pilot certificate after changing their permanent mailing address without notifying the FAA?
• During operations at altitudes over 1200 ft AGL and at or above 10000 ft MSL, what is the minimum distance above clouds required for VFR flight?
• What is the minimum flight visibility requirement for a sport pilot?
• During which phases of flight are seat belts required to be secured about passengers?
• Which visibility rule applies for VFR operations at night in airspace above 1200 ft AGL?
• What is a typical requirement for Class E airspace operations less than 10,000 MSL?
• How many passengers is a recreational pilot allowed to carry on board?
• What additional action must a pilot in command complete for a VFR flight away from the departure airport?
• Who has the ultimate responsibility for ensuring safety belt compliance on a flight?
• What is the visibility and cloud clearance requirement to operate VFR during daylight hours over Sandpoint Airport at 1200 ft AGL?
• How should pilots prioritize actions during an in-flight emergency?
• If the recency of experience requirements for night flight are not met and official sunset is 1830, what is the latest time that passengers may be carried?
• What is the required endorsement for a recreational pilot to fly a cross-country flight?
• Which aircraft takes precedence if it is towing another aircraft during a convergence?
• What minimum pilot certificate is required for a flight departing from Hayward Executive?
• To act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers, what is the maximum time since the completion of a flight review or pilot proficiency check?
• As Pilot in Command, under what circumstance can you deviate from an ATC clearance?
• Under what conditions may a recreational pilot demonstrate an aircraft in flight to a prospective buyer?
• Which of the following is true regarding logbook endorsements for pilots?
• What is the minimum flight visibility required for VFR flights above 10000 ft MSL and more than 1200 ft AGL in controlled airspace?
• What is the day VFR visibility and cloud clearance requirement to operate after climbing out of Cooperstown Airport at or below 700 ft AGL?
• What minimum flight visibility is required for VFR flight operations on an airway below 10000 ft MSL?
• What are the visibility and cloud clearance requirements to operate VFR at night over Sandpoint Airport at less than 700 ft AGL?
• Within how many days must a DWI conviction be reported to the FAA, Civil Aviation Security Division?
• What visibility and vertical cloud clearance is required for VFR flight in controlled airspace above 1200 ft AGL and below 10000 ft MSL?
• What action is a pilot permitted to take if they lose radio communications while operating under an ATC clearance?
• What does the pro rata share of operating expenses refer to in private pilot regulations?
• When multiple aircraft are approaching an airport, which one has the right of way?
• When two aircraft of the same category converge but not head-on, what is the rule regarding right of way?
• What is the required ground visibility at an airport within Class D airspace for takeoff or landing under basic VFR?
• According to regulations, what is required for a takeoff in a rotorcraft under VFR conditions?
• What is a requirement for a pilot in command of a high performance airplane concerning logbooks?
• For the first flight of the day, how should an aircraft preflight inspection be accomplished?
• What must a pilot do after being convicted for operating a motor vehicle under the influence?
• What is the minimum horizontal distance from clouds during operations within Class E airspace at altitudes of less than 1200 ft AGL?
• Under what circumstance can a pilot allow a person under the influence of drugs to be on an aircraft?
• What is the requirement for a recreational pilot to act as pilot in command without a recent flight check?
• If an airplane and an airship are converging, which has the right of way if the airship is to the left?
• May a recreational pilot act as pilot in command of an aircraft for business purposes?
• When is a pilot required to submit a detailed report of an emergency that caused deviation from an ATC clearance?
• What must the pilot in command ensure regarding passengers on a U.S. registered aircraft?
• A recreational pilot is allowed to do which of the following regarding operating expenses?
• What is the responsibility of the pilot in command regarding the use of safety belts for passengers?
• What cloud clearance is required for operating under basic VFR in Class D airspace?
• What limitation does a recreational pilot have when acting as pilot in command for a cross-country flight exceeding 50 NM?
• Between a glider and a powered aircraft, which has the right of way?
• Under VFR, how much fuel must a rotorcraft have to start a flight?
• Which date marks the expiration for a third class medical certificate issued to a 51-year-old pilot on May 3?
• In a scenario where an airplane and a helicopter are converging, which has the right of way?
• What is required for a pilot to act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers?
• For Sport Pilots, what is the minimum flight visibility requirement for Class E airspace below 10,000 mean sea level (MSL)?
• What is the latest time a recreational pilot may take off during daylight hours?
• What is the minimum visibility requirement to operate without cloud clearance during VFR operations at 700 ft AGL?
• What minimum visibility and clearance from clouds are required for a recreational pilot in Class G airspace at 1200 ft AGL or below during daylight hours?
• A recreational pilot must have what before flying at night?
• During daytime, what is the minimum flight visibility required for recreational pilots in controlled airspace below 10,000 ft MSL?
• What best describes the conditions under which flight crewmembers are required to keep their safety equipment fastened?
• Which of the following is true regarding the effect of alcohol on flying?
• In what situation is it acceptable for a pilot to not have their current pilot certificate readily accessible?
• Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, an aircraft may not be operated closer than what distance from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure?
• What is the definition of nighttime in aviation regulations?
• What is the required minimum distance below clouds for VFR flight at night outside controlled airspace at altitudes greater than 1200 ft AGL but less than 10000 ft MSL?
• What does an ATC clearance provide to a pilot?
• What are the basic VFR weather minima required to take off from Onawa, IA airport during the day?
• What is the minimum flight visibility requirement for VFR flight above 1200 ft AGL and below 10000 ft MSL during daylight hours outside controlled airspace?
• What determines if a recreational pilot can operate at an airport in Class C airspace?
• What action should the pilots of a glider and an airplane take if on a head-on collision course?
• What exception allows a recreational pilot to carry a passenger for hire?
• Under what circumstances could a private pilot log flight hours when flying a passenger?
• If two aircraft in the same category approach each other, what should they do?
• If an aircraft is towing another aircraft, what is its status in terms of right of way?
• What must a pilot possess to validate their ability to carry passengers when acting in command of an aircraft?
• For VFR flight operations above 10000 ft MSL and more than 1200 ft AGL, what is the minimum horizontal distance from clouds required?
• A first class medical certificate issued to a 23-year-old pilot on October 21 will expire at midnight on which date?
• What is the impact of not meeting recency of experience requirements for night flight?
• What should a recreational pilot consider regarding flight visibility when operating at night?
• What can result from a pilot’s conviction related to narcotic drugs?
• Which aircraft has the right of way over all others?
• When is a pilot required to notify the FAA about a conviction for drug-related offenses?
• What is the minimum safe altitude for a pilot to operate an aircraft anywhere, except when necessary for takeoff or landing?
• To meet recency of experience requirements for carrying passengers in a tailwheel airplane, the landings must be:
• How frequently must a pilot perform actual or simulated glider tows if they are acting as pilot in command during such operations?
• Which of these best describes the take off and landing requirement for private pilots to carry passengers?
• What type of medical certificate is required prior to becoming certified as a private pilot with a glider rating?
• What is the required ceiling for a recreational pilot flying in Class D airspace with a closed control tower?
• What is the minimum visibility required for a recreational pilot to fly at night while supervised by an instructor?
• What visibility requirement is needed under a Special VFR clearance?
• Under what conditions may a recreational pilot fly above 10,000 ft MSL?
• What is the expiration date of a third class medical certificate issued to a 36-year-old pilot on August 10?
• During operations outside controlled airspace at altitudes of more than 1200 ft AGL, but less than 10000 ft MSL, what is the minimum flight visibility for VFR flight at night?
• If sunset is at 2021, when must a recreational pilot terminate the flight?
• To act as a pilot in command of a high performance airplane, what must the pilot have documented?
• What is an exception for private pilots allowing passenger carried flights?
• What are the basic VFR weather minimums for operating an aircraft within Class D airspace?
• What are the classes of aircraft with respect to the certification of airmen?
• Outside controlled airspace, the minimum flight visibility requirement for a recreational pilot flying VFR above 1200 ft AGL and below 10,000 ft MSL during daylight hours is what?
• What qualifies as a high performance airplane?
• How many passengers is a sport pilot allowed to carry on board?
• How must a recreational pilot maintain compliance with regulations during flight operations?
• What is the minimum safe altitude required for operating an aircraft over congested areas?
• What must a recreational pilot show to ensure they meet recent experience requirements to be pilot in command?
• What precaution should be taken regarding alcohol consumption before flying?
• What is the required distance to maintain below clouds in Class E airspace?
• What are the VFR weather minima required to operate during daylight hours over Cooperstown between 1200 ft AGL and 10000 ft MSL?
• What does an ATC clearance mean for an aircraft?
• What is the requirement for a pilot to act as pilot in command while towing a glider?
• In situations where a seaplane and a motorboat are on crossing courses, who has the right of way if the motorboat is to the left of the seaplane?
• When can a recreational pilot operate to or from an airport in Class C airspace?
• What must a pilot log for acting as pilot in command during towing operations?
• Which of the following are categories of aircraft for the certification of airmen?
• What type of flight review is required for each recreational or private pilot?
• What is the maximum engine horsepower for an aircraft a recreational pilot may act as pilot in command?
• What is the maximum number of hours after alcohol consumption that a person may act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft?
• What is the minimum visibility requirement for flights outside controlled airspace during daylight for sport pilots?
• What is the minimum takeoff requirement for a pilot operating under VFR during daylight hours?
• When does a third class medical certificate issued to a 19-year-old pilot expire if issued on August 10?
• What is the minimum distance from clouds required for VFR operations on an airway below 10000 ft MSL?
• What blood alcohol content (BAC) percentage disqualifies a person from acting as a crewmember of a civil aircraft?
• Which of the following describes the minimum distance from clouds for aircraft flying under VFR in Class D airspace?
• What is the consequence for a pilot convicted of operating an aircraft under the influence of alcohol?
• What effect does alcohol have on a person's decision-making ability?
• Which of the following must a pilot maintain during operations within Class E airspace below 1200 ft AGL?
• When may a recreational pilot act as pilot in command in an aircraft towing a banner?
• What is a key difference between private pilot privileges and recreational pilot privileges?
• What action should a recreational pilot take when planning to fly during twilight?
• What should a pilot do if they are involved in a near-miss incident with another aircraft?
• What is the minimum certification timeframe required for a pilot to carry passengers if the takeoff and landing requirement has been satisfied?
• What documents must a pilot have readily accessible in the aircraft while acting as pilot in command?
• Who must safety belts be properly secured about during takeoffs and landings?
• A recreational pilot may fly as sole occupant of an aircraft at night under the supervision of a flight instructor provided the flight or surface visibility is at least what?
• What is the vantage point from which a recreational pilot must operate at an airport in Class D airspace with a part-time control tower?
• A recreational pilot may act as pilot in command of an aircraft that accommodates a maximum of how many occupants?
• Under what circumstances is a recreational pilot allowed to conduct a flight at night?
• What should a pilot do if they deviate from an ATC instruction during an emergency and are given priority?
• On a VFR cross-country flight and not in contact with ATC, what frequency should be used in the event of an emergency?
• Which requirement is essential for VFR visibility in uncontrolled airspace during daylight hours?
• When must a pilot have their current pilot certificate in personal possession or readily accessible in the aircraft?
• During operations within controlled airspace at altitudes of less than 1200 ft AGL, the minimum horizontal distance from clouds for VFR flight is?
• What is the consequence of having 0.04% or more alcohol in the blood while acting as a crewmember?
• What is a necessary action for passengers during taxi, takeoff, and landing?
• When flying at night in uncontrolled airspace, what is the minimum distance from clouds required?
• A pilot convicted of using drugs that impair faculties faces what possible FAA action?
• What is the maximum number of passengers a sport pilot can carry during a flight?
• How many takeoffs and landings must a pilot complete in the same category, class, and type of aircraft within the preceding 90 days to act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying passengers?
• For a private pilot, when does a second class medical certificate issued to a 42-year-old pilot on July 15 expire?
• What is the effective time frame for a pilot to notify the FAA after changing their permanent address?
• Who can request a pilot or medical certificate for inspection?
• What is the maximum altitude a recreational pilot can fly without an endorsement from an authorized instructor?
• For a pilot to carry passengers at night, what is the minimum requirement within the previous 90 days?
• If a recreational or private pilot had a flight review on August 8, when is the next one required?
• What are the weather minimums when approaching the Lowe Airstrip in flight?
• What is the visibility required for Sport Pilots operating in Class E airspace below 10,000 feet MSL?
• Under which condition may a private pilot receive payment when carrying passengers?
• What is a necessary document for a recreational pilot to demonstrate proficiency while flying?
• What is the minimum visibility required for VFR operations in Class G airspace at 700 ft AGL or below during daylight hours?
• In regard to privileges and limitations, what can a private pilot do?
• Before acting as pilot in command of a high performance airplane, a private pilot must have:
• When are flight crewmembers required to keep their safety belts and shoulder harnesses fastened?
• Which of the following is not a requirement for basic VFR operation in Class D airspace?
• What factor determines whether an emergency report is needed after deviating from an ATC clearance?
• Under what conditions can a Special VFR clearance be granted in Class D airspace?
• Which of the following is true regarding night flying for recreational pilots?
• To act as pilot in command of an aircraft at night, how recent must the pilot's experience be?
• What is the specific fuel requirement for flight under VFR at night in an airplane?
• What is the minimum visibility required for VFR during the day at altitudes below 1200 ft AGL?
• When must the three take offs and landings for night operations be performed?
• Which entity has the authority to amend an ATC clearance?