SPC Student Pilot Flight Operations & Procedures 3

Question 1

What does the term 'stabilized approach' mean during a landing?

Accepted Answer

The aircraft maintains consistent airspeed, descent rate, and alignment on final approach

Answer

A stabilized approach means the aircraft is on glidepath, at target airspeed, with proper configuration, and descent rate well before the runway threshold.

Question 2

A student pilot is cleared for a 'short approach' by the tower. What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Reduce the traffic pattern by turning final earlier than normal

Answer

A short approach means turning from base to final much earlier than normal, shortening the traffic pattern at ATC's request.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of applying carburetor heat during flight?

Accepted Answer

To prevent or eliminate carburetor ice

Answer

Carburetor heat directs warm air into the carburetor to melt ice that can form even in temperatures well above freezing.

Question 4

When executing a go-around, when should the pilot retract the flaps?

Accepted Answer

Incrementally after a positive rate of climb is established

Answer

Flaps should be retracted incrementally during a go-around to avoid sudden loss of lift while allowing the aircraft to accelerate.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the 'base leg' in the traffic pattern?

Accepted Answer

To position the aircraft perpendicular to the runway for a turn to final

Answer

The base leg is flown perpendicular to the runway and allows the pilot to judge the turn to final and configure the aircraft for landing.

(SPC) Student Pilot Certificate Practice Test

(SPC) Student Pilot Certificate Practice Test

SPC Student Pilot Flight Operations & Procedures 3