GPC - Glider Pilot Certificate Regulations and Airspace Questions and Answers

Question 1

A glider pilot is planning a flight that will pass through a designated Class F advisory (CYA) airspace. What is required of the pilot before entering this airspace?

Accepted Answer

No specific permission is required, but the pilot should be aware of the nature of the advisory area.

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The pilot must establish two-way radio communication with the controlling agency.

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The pilot must file a flight plan and receive a specific clearance.

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The pilot is restricted from entering this airspace under all circumstances.

Question 2

When operating a glider in uncontrolled Class G airspace in Canada, which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

The pilot must still adhere to regulations concerning minimum altitudes and distances from persons or property.

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A transponder is mandatory for all flights above 3,000 feet AGL.

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All flights must be conducted under a flight plan filed with NAV CANADA.

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The pilot is exempt from all Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).

Question 3

You are on a cross-country flight in your glider and approaching a Class D control zone. What must you do before entering this airspace?

Accepted Answer

Establish two-way radio communication with the appropriate Air Traffic Control (ATC) unit.

Answer

Nothing, as gliders are exempt from communication requirements in Class D airspace.

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Obtain a special VFR clearance from ATC, regardless of the weather conditions.

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Ensure your transponder is set to the designated code for glider operations.

Question 4

Under the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), what is the minimum age requirement to be issued a Pilot Licence - Glider?

Accepted Answer

16 years old

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14 years old

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18 years old

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15 years old

Question 5

Which of the following airspace classes in Canada requires all aircraft, including gliders operating under VFR, to receive an ATC clearance before entry?

Accepted Answer

Class C

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Class E

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Class G

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Class D

Question 6

A glider pilot is flying in the Southern Domestic Airspace of Canada at an altitude above 3,000 feet AGL. According to the cruising altitude order, which altitudes are appropriate for a magnetic track of 270°?

Accepted Answer

Even thousands of feet ASL.

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Odd thousands of feet ASL.

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Even thousands of feet plus 500 feet ASL.

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Odd thousands of feet plus 500 feet ASL.