GPC Flight Planning & Navigation 5

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Runway lengths at intended airports and takeoff and landing distance data

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

18,000 ft MSL

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

1 SM visibility and clear of clouds

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

NOTAMs

Answer

TFRs are issued and distributed through the NOTAM system.

GPC - Glider Pilot Certificate Practice Test