Flight Planning & Navigation Flashcards

Under 14 CFR 91.103, before every flight a pilot must become familiar with:

Answer: Runway lengths at intended airports and takeoff and landing distance data

Preflight action requires runway lengths and takeoff and landing distance information for every flight.

Without an IFR clearance, a glider may not operate in Class A airspace, which begins at:

Answer: 18,000 ft MSL

Class A airspace starts at 18,000 ft MSL and requires IFR operation unless otherwise authorized.

What are the basic VFR cloud clearance and visibility minimums in Class E airspace below 10,000 ft MSL?

Answer: 3 SM; 500 ft below, 1,000 ft above, 2,000 ft horizontal

Class E below 10,000 ft MSL requires 3 SM and 500/1,000/2,000 cloud clearance.

What are the day VFR minimums in Class G airspace at 1,200 ft AGL or less?

Answer: 1 SM visibility and clear of clouds

Day VFR in Class G at or below 1,200 ft AGL requires 1 SM visibility and clear of clouds.

Where should a glider pilot check for Temporary Flight Restrictions before a cross-country flight?

Answer: NOTAMs

TFRs are issued and distributed through the NOTAM system.

Which publication provides airport details such as runway data, traffic pattern info, and CTAF frequencies?

Answer: Chart Supplement

The Chart Supplement (formerly A/FD) lists detailed airport and facility information.

May a glider pilot fly VFR through an active Military Operations Area (MOA)?

Answer: Yes, but should use extreme caution and check status

VFR flight in an MOA is permitted, but pilots should check status and watch for military traffic.