Aviation Flight Instrument Rating Flashcards

During an instrument approach, the pilot notices the attitude indicator shows a slight bank while the turn coordinator and heading are stable in level flight. What should the pilot suspect?

Answer: A failed attitude indicator

Disagreement between the attitude indicator and other instruments showing stable level flight indicates a failing or failed attitude indicator (gyro).

What is the primary instrument for pitch during a stabilized straight-and-level cruise?

Answer: Altimeter

In stabilized straight-and-level flight the altimeter is the primary pitch instrument because it shows a constant value to maintain.

An IFR flight plan requires an alternate airport. Under the standard 1-2-3 rule, an alternate is required if, within 1 hour of ETA, the ceiling is less than what value?

Answer: 2,000 feet

The 1-2-3 rule requires an alternate unless the forecast ceiling is at least 2,000 feet and visibility at least 3 statute miles.

What does a 'standard rate turn' produce in degrees per second?

Answer: 3 degrees per second

A standard rate turn is 3 degrees per second, completing a 360-degree turn in two minutes.

While holding, the pilot crosses the fix and the depicted holding pattern is a standard pattern. Which direction are the turns?

Answer: Right turns

A standard holding pattern uses right turns; nonstandard patterns (left turns) must be charted or assigned by ATC.

If the pitot tube becomes blocked but the static port remains clear during a climb, the airspeed indicator will behave like what?

Answer: An altimeter, increasing with altitude

A blocked pitot tube with a clear drain hole acts like an altimeter, so indicated airspeed increases as the aircraft climbs.

What is the maximum holding speed for aircraft at or below 6,000 feet MSL?

Answer: 200 KIAS

The maximum holding airspeed at or below 6,000 feet MSL is 200 KIAS.