PPL PPL Navigation and Regulations

Question 1

What is the difference between true north, magnetic north, and compass north?

Accepted Answer

True north is geographic; magnetic north is where a compass needle points; compass north adds aircraft deviation to magnetic north

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They are all the same direction

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Only true north matters for navigation

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Compass north is always accurate

Question 2

What are the privileges and limitations of a Private Pilot License?

Accepted Answer

Can fly as PIC, carry passengers, fly at night, but cannot fly for compensation or hire (with limited exceptions)

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Can fly commercially for airlines

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No limitations on any type of flying

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Can only fly alone, never with passengers

Question 3

What is dead reckoning navigation?

Accepted Answer

Navigating by calculating position from a known point using heading, airspeed, wind correction, and elapsed time

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Following railroad tracks

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Only using GPS

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Flying in a straight line regardless of wind

Question 4

What is Class B airspace and what are the requirements to enter it?

Accepted Answer

Controlled airspace around the busiest airports requiring ATC clearance, a transponder with Mode C, and at least a private pilot certificate

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Anyone can enter without restriction

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Only airline pilots can enter

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Class B is uncontrolled airspace

Question 5

What are the currency requirements for a private pilot to carry passengers?

Accepted Answer

Three takeoffs and landings within the preceding 90 days (full-stop at night), plus a valid medical certificate and flight review within 24 months

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No currency requirements exist

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Only an annual checkup is needed

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Currency is only required for IFR flight

Question 6

What actions should a pilot take if lost during a VFR flight?

Accepted Answer

Maintain altitude, use the 4 C's (Climb, Communicate, Confess, Comply), contact ATC or FSS for assistance

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Continue flying and hope to recognize something

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Immediately land anywhere available

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Turn off the radio to avoid embarrassment