Flight Operations Flashcards
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What is the meaning of 'density altitude'?
Answer: Pressure altitude corrected for non-standard temperature — the altitude the aircraft 'feels' it is at
Density altitude is pressure altitude corrected for temperature deviations from standard atmosphere, representing the actual aerodynamic performance environment.
During the takeoff roll, what effect does a downhill slope have on aircraft performance?
Answer: Decreases takeoff ground roll required
A downhill slope aids acceleration, reducing the takeoff ground roll distance needed to reach rotation speed.
What type of spin entry condition requires the aircraft to be both stalled and yawing?
Answer: Incipient spin
An incipient spin begins when the aircraft is stalled and one wing drops, initiating autorotation — the first phase of spin development.
What is wake turbulence, and how long should a light aircraft wait behind a departing heavy jet?
Answer: Wingtip vortices trailing from lifting surfaces; at least 2 minutes
Wake turbulence consists of counter-rotating vortices generated at aircraft wingtips; the FAA recommends at least 2 minutes behind a heavy departing jet.
When executing a go-around from a balked landing, what should the pilot do first?
Answer: Apply full power and establish a positive climb attitude
The first action in a go-around is to apply full power and establish the correct pitch attitude for climb to arrest the descent.
What is the crosswind component formula used by pilots?
Answer: Crosswind = Wind Speed × Sine (angle between wind and runway)
The crosswind component equals the wind speed multiplied by the sine of the angle between the wind direction and the runway heading.