PPL Safety and Emergency Procedures 4

Question 1

What is the recommended action if you observe a rough-running engine due to carburetor icing?

Accepted Answer

Apply full carburetor heat

Answer

Carburetor heat melts ice restricting the venturi and restores smooth operation.

Question 2

During a night engine failure with no visible field, what landing light technique is advised?

Accepted Answer

Use the landing light, but be prepared to land without it if the terrain looks bad

Answer

The landing light aids the flare, but an unappealing view may argue for not looking.

Question 3

What hypoxia symptom should prompt a pilot to descend or use supplemental oxygen?

Accepted Answer

Euphoria, tingling, and impaired judgment

Answer

Hypoxia produces euphoria, tingling, and degraded judgment as oxygen decreases.

Question 4

If the primary flight controls jam, what alternative can help control pitch in many light aircraft?

Accepted Answer

Use elevator trim to manage pitch

Answer

Elevator trim can provide limited pitch control if the elevator itself is jammed.

Question 5

What is the proper response to a brake failure during the landing rollout?

Accepted Answer

Use rudder for directional control and consider a go-around if still able

Answer

Maintain directional control with rudder and go around if there is enough speed and runway.

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