DADE DADE Flight Planning & Dispatch Release 2

Question 1

What is the maximum time a dispatcher may be on duty without a rest period under Part 121 domestic rules?

Accepted Answer

12 hours in any 24-hour period

Answer

8 hours in any 24-hour period

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10 hours in any 24-hour period

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16 hours in any 24-hour period

Question 2

When computing takeoff weight for dispatch purposes, what does zero fuel weight (ZFW) represent?

Accepted Answer

The aircraft weight with all payload but excluding usable fuel

Answer

Maximum weight authorized for landing

Answer

Minimum weight required for structural integrity

Answer

Weight of the aircraft plus fuel but no passengers

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of the Weight and Balance document prepared as part of the dispatch release?

Accepted Answer

To verify that the aircraft's loaded weight and center of gravity are within certified operating limits

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To calculate fuel burn rate during cruise

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To determine the number of passengers allowed to board

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To calculate the required landing distance

Question 4

Under Part 121, what is required when a dispatcher is relieved during a flight watch?

Accepted Answer

A complete briefing of the flight status must be provided to the relieving dispatcher

Answer

The pilot-in-command must be notified of the personnel change

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The FAA must be notified within 15 minutes

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The outgoing dispatcher must remain available by phone

Question 5

What does the term 'ETOPS' (Extended Operations) require from a dispatch perspective?

Accepted Answer

Specific planning for en-route alternate airports within the ETOPS diversion time, plus enhanced maintenance and operational standards

Answer

Only GPS navigation capability

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Mandatory two dispatcher coverage during the flight

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Operations only in daylight VMC conditions

Question 6

What type of airspace requires an ATC clearance before entry regardless of weather conditions?

Accepted Answer

Class A airspace above 18,000 feet MSL

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Class E airspace above 1,200 feet AGL

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Class G airspace in rural areas

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Class D airspace during part-time tower hours