Safety Procedures & Emergency Protocols Flashcards
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What is the first action a pilot should take if a wingtip strikes the ground during landing?
Answer: Hold the wings level and gently correct with rudder.
Maintaining control and avoiding overcorrection is critical to prevent a ground loop or further damage.
When should a pilot initiate an emergency landing due to rope break during winch launch?
Answer: Land straight ahead if below 200 feet.
The pilot must assess altitude and terrain immediately to decide between landing straight ahead or turning back.
What is the correct procedure for a mid-air collision avoidance?
Answer: Turn right if head-on.
Standard right-of-way rules and proactive scanning help prevent collisions.
How should a pilot respond to an unexpected spin during flight?
Answer: Neutralize ailerons, apply full opposite rudder, then ease out of the dive.
Spin recovery requires specific control inputs to break the stall and stop rotation.
What is the priority order for emergency actions (Aviate, Navigate, Communicate)?
Answer: Aviate, Navigate, Communicate.
Pilots must first maintain control, then assess location, and finally communicate distress.
When should a pilot consider deploying the emergency parachute system?
Answer: When control is irrecoverable and terrain impact is imminent.
The parachute is a last resort for unrecoverable situations (e.g., structural failure or mid-air collision).
What pre-flight check is critical for ensuring the emergency parachute system is functional?
Answer: Ensuring the parachute is properly packed and secured.
Ensuring the emergency parachute is properly packed and secured is a critical pre-flight check for glider pilots. This verification confirms that the parachute will deploy reliably and function as intended in an emergency situation. Proper packing and securing are paramount for pilot safety and the effective operation of the system.
How should a pilot handle a sudden loss of altitude in mountainous terrain?
Answer: Turn toward rising terrain to exploit ridge lift.
In mountainous terrain, a sudden loss of altitude in a glider requires the pilot to actively seek sources of lift. Turning toward rising terrain can allow the glider to exploit ridge lift, which is air being forced upwards by the terrain. This strategy helps to regain altitude or at least slow the descent, providing more options for safe flight and recovery.
What is the recommended action if a glider’s canopy opens unexpectedly in flight?
Answer: Reduce speed and secure the canopy if possible.
If a glider's canopy opens unexpectedly in flight, the immediate recommended action is to reduce airspeed. This minimizes the aerodynamic forces acting on the canopy, making it safer and easier to attempt to close and secure it. Maintaining control and addressing the immediate hazard is paramount for pilot safety and flight stability.