Aeronautical Knowledge Flashcards
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At an uncontrolled airport, which aircraft has the right-of-way on final approach?
Answer: The aircraft at the lower altitude on final approach
An aircraft on final approach at the lower altitude has the right-of-way.
The standard traffic pattern direction at most airports is:
Answer: Left turns
The standard traffic pattern uses left turns unless otherwise indicated.
When two aircraft are approaching head-on, each pilot should:
Answer: Turn right
In a head-on situation, each aircraft alters course to the right.
Which aircraft category has the right-of-way over all others (except aircraft in distress)?
Answer: Balloons
Balloons have the right-of-way over most other aircraft because they are least maneuverable.
What is the maximum indicated airspeed permitted below 10,000 feet MSL in the US?
Answer: 250 knots
Aircraft may not exceed 250 knots indicated airspeed below 10,000 feet MSL.
VFR cruising altitude on a magnetic course of 090° above 3,000 AGL should be:
Answer: Odd thousands plus 500 feet
For magnetic courses 0–179°, VFR cruising altitude is odd thousands plus 500 feet.
What does a steady green light signal from the tower mean to an aircraft in flight?
Answer: Cleared to land
A steady green light directed at an airborne aircraft means cleared to land.