Aviation Flight Operations 2

Question 1

What is the meaning of 'density altitude'?

Accepted Answer

Pressure altitude corrected for non-standard temperature — the altitude the aircraft 'feels' it is at

Answer

Density altitude is pressure altitude corrected for temperature deviations from standard atmosphere, representing the actual aerodynamic performance environment.

Question 2

During the takeoff roll, what effect does a downhill slope have on aircraft performance?

Accepted Answer

Decreases takeoff ground roll required

Answer

A downhill slope aids acceleration, reducing the takeoff ground roll distance needed to reach rotation speed.

Question 3

What type of spin entry condition requires the aircraft to be both stalled and yawing?

Accepted Answer

Incipient spin

Answer

An incipient spin begins when the aircraft is stalled and one wing drops, initiating autorotation — the first phase of spin development.

Question 4

What is wake turbulence, and how long should a light aircraft wait behind a departing heavy jet?

Accepted Answer

Wingtip vortices trailing from lifting surfaces; at least 2 minutes

Answer

Wake turbulence consists of counter-rotating vortices generated at aircraft wingtips; the FAA recommends at least 2 minutes behind a heavy departing jet.

Question 5

When executing a go-around from a balked landing, what should the pilot do first?

Accepted Answer

Apply full power and establish a positive climb attitude

Answer

The first action in a go-around is to apply full power and establish the correct pitch attitude for climb to arrest the descent.

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Aviation Flight Operations 2