SPC Preflight and Emergency Procedures 3

Question 1

Which color designates aviation gasoline (AVGAS) 100LL on aircraft fuel caps and placards?

Accepted Answer

Blue

Answer

100LL AVGAS is dyed blue to allow easy identification and prevent misfueling with other fuel types.

Question 2

If the flight controls feel stiff or restricted during preflight control checks, what should the pilot do?

Accepted Answer

Check that control locks have been removed and inspect for obstructions

Answer

Restricted controls may indicate gust locks were not removed or a foreign object is in the control system — both require resolution before flight.

Question 3

A pilot notices heavy smoke in the cockpit unrelated to an engine fire. What is the immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Declare an emergency, don oxygen if available, and land as soon as possible

Answer

Cockpit smoke indicates a potential electrical or cabin fire requiring immediate landing and emergency declaration.

Question 4

During preflight, which condition would require the pilot to REJECT a flight?

Accepted Answer

A loose fuel cap that cannot be secured properly

Answer

A fuel cap that cannot be secured poses risk of fuel siphoning and possible fuel starvation in flight.

Question 5

What emergency squawk code should a pilot set when experiencing radio failure during flight?

Accepted Answer

7600

Answer

Squawk 7600 is the international code for radio failure (NORDO), alerting ATC to the communication issue.

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