ADX Safety and Compliance 3

Question 1

Under 14 CFR Part 121, what is the maximum duty period for a dispatcher in a 24-hour period?

Accepted Answer

12 hours

Answer

14 CFR 121.465 limits an aircraft dispatcher's duty period to no more than 10 consecutive hours, but regulations allow up to 12 hours under certain conditions.

Question 2

Which regulation requires an air carrier to have an approved Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate program?

Accepted Answer

14 CFR Part 121

Answer

14 CFR Part 121 governs domestic and international air carrier operations, including requirements for certificated dispatchers on all Part 121 flights.

Question 3

What action must a dispatcher take upon receiving a Pilot Report (PIREP) of severe turbulence along a dispatched route?

Accepted Answer

Immediately notify the flight crew and evaluate rerouting or altitude change

Answer

The dispatcher must promptly relay significant PIREPs to affected flight crews and reassess the safety of continuing on the current route and altitude.

Question 4

In the context of ADX compliance, what is the purpose of an Operations Specification (OpSpec)?

Accepted Answer

To define specific authorizations and limitations granted to an air carrier by the FAA

Answer

Operations Specifications (OpSpecs) are FAA-approved documents that define what an air carrier is authorized to do, including routes, procedures, and limitations.

Question 5

A dispatcher discovers a flight has departed with an inoperative item not listed on the MEL. What should the dispatcher do first?

Accepted Answer

Immediately notify the crew and company operations for possible return or diversion

Answer

An MEL violation is a compliance issue requiring immediate coordination with the flight crew and operations to determine the safest course of action.

(ADX) Aircraft Dispatcher Practice Test

(ADX) Aircraft Dispatcher Practice Test

ADX Safety and Compliance 3