CPL CPL Instrument Flight Rules and Procedures 2

Question 1

During an ILS approach, you notice the glideslope indicator becomes unreliable below 1,000 ft AGL. You should:

Accepted Answer

Continue the approach using localizer only and apply LOC-only minimums

Answer

If the glideslope fails below 1,000 ft, you may continue as a localizer-only approach and apply LOC minimums, provided all other requirements are met.

Question 2

What is the function of a holding pattern during IFR operations?

Accepted Answer

To provide traffic separation while awaiting approach clearance or clearance to proceed

Answer

A holding pattern is a predetermined maneuver used to keep an aircraft within a specified airspace while awaiting further clearance or a sequence for approach.

Question 3

What is the standard holding pattern entry used when arriving from a direction that puts the fix on the pilot's right side within the 70° sector?

Accepted Answer

Teardrop entry

Answer

A teardrop entry is used when approaching from within 70° on the non-holding side (the inbound course extended), allowing a smooth re-entry onto the holding course.

Question 4

Which altimetry system setting should a commercial pilot use when flying IFR above 18,000 ft MSL (Class A airspace)?

Accepted Answer

29.92 in Hg (standard pressure)

Answer

At and above 18,000 ft MSL (FL180), all aircraft must set altimeters to standard pressure of 29.92 in Hg per FAR 91.121.

Question 5

What is a 'Minimum Obstruction Clearance Altitude (MOCA)' and how does it differ from the MEA?

Accepted Answer

MOCA provides obstacle clearance but may not guarantee navaid reception beyond 22 NM from the station

Answer

MOCA ensures obstacle clearance along the entire airway segment but guarantees navigation signal reception only within 22 NM of the navaid, unlike the MEA which ensures signal coverage throughout.

(CPL) Commercial Pilot Licence Practice Test

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CPL CPL Instrument Flight Rules and Procedures 2