DADE DADE Flight Planning & Dispatch Release 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of a NOTAM (Notice to Air Missions) in the dispatch planning process?

Accepted Answer

To inform flight crews and dispatchers of temporary hazards, changes to facility status, and airspace restrictions affecting planned operations

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To provide pilot weather briefings

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To issue permanent changes to instrument approach procedures

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To schedule maintenance on aircraft

Question 2

Under 14 CFR 121.533, what is the PIC's authority if a dispatcher and PIC disagree about a flight operation?

Accepted Answer

The PIC has final authority over the safe operation of the aircraft, but must notify the dispatcher of deviations

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The dispatcher's decision always overrides the PIC

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The FAA must be contacted to resolve the disagreement

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The airline's chief pilot must make the final decision

Question 3

What is a 'flag operation' in the context of Part 121 dispatch requirements?

Accepted Answer

International air transportation operations conducted under Part 121

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Any flight operated under military contract

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Domestic flights exceeding 8 hours

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Charter operations with fewer than 30 passengers

Question 4

What must a dispatcher do when a SIGMET is issued for severe turbulence along a released flight's route?

Accepted Answer

Evaluate the information and advise the pilot-in-command so appropriate action can be coordinated

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Take no action until the pilot reports encountering turbulence

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Automatically cancel the dispatch release and divert the aircraft

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Notify the destination airport of possible delays

Question 5

What is the required minimum rest period for a Part 121 aircraft dispatcher between duty periods?

Accepted Answer

8 consecutive hours off duty

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6 consecutive hours

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10 consecutive hours off duty

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12 consecutive hours off duty

Question 6

What is the definition of 'operational control' as it applies to Part 121 dispatchers?

Accepted Answer

The exercise of authority over initiating, conducting, or terminating a flight

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Physical control of the aircraft during flight

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Authority over maintenance decisions only

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Control of passenger boarding procedures