PPL Airport Operations and Ground Procedures Flashcards
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What lighting system helps pilots maintain the correct glide path on final approach?
Answer: VASI or PAPI
VASI (Visual Approach Slope Indicator) and PAPI (Precision Approach Path Indicator) use colored light bars to indicate whether the pilot is on, above, or below the correct 3° glide path.
According to FAR 91.151, what is the minimum fuel reserve for day VFR flight in an airplane?
Answer: 30 minutes at normal cruise power after reaching the destination
FAR 91.151 requires airplanes on day VFR flights to carry enough fuel to reach the first intended destination plus at least 30 minutes at normal cruise power.
What does PIREP stand for?
Answer: Pilot Report
PIREP stands for Pilot Report — a real-time report of actual inflight weather conditions submitted by pilots to help other aviators and forecasters.
What is a 'hot spot' on an airport diagram?
Answer: A location on the airport movement area with a history of runway incursions or potential confusion
Hot spots are specific locations on airport movement areas with a documented history of potential collisions or pilot confusion, highlighted on airport diagrams to increase situational awareness.
What does the phonetic alphabet letter 'Tango' represent?
Answer: T
In the ICAO phonetic alphabet, Tango represents the letter T, ensuring clear and unambiguous communication of letters over radio.
What is the primary purpose of runway incursion avoidance procedures?
Answer: To prevent unauthorized aircraft, vehicles, or pedestrians from entering an active runway
Runway incursion avoidance procedures prevent collisions between aircraft, vehicles, or pedestrians on or near active runways, which are among the most dangerous airport safety hazards.