Instrument Ground IRA – Regulations and Procedures Practice Test

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• What must an instrument-rated pilot do if they haven't logged instrument time in over a year?
• What is the vertical extent of Class A airspace in the U.S.?
• Under what condition is a pilot more susceptible to spatial disorientation?
• Which of the following is a requirement for a pilot to act as pilot-in-command under IFR?
• Which flight time may be logged as instrument time when on an instrument flight plan?
• What must pilots maintain when operating in Class A airspace?
• Which instrument is required for flight under IFR?
• What equipment is necessary for an Aircraft to perform VOR navigation?
• What is the necessary distance from clouds for VFR-On-Top operations in Class E airspace?
• What is the maximum altitude for VFR flight in Class B airspace?
• Which altitude is the upper limit for Class A airspace?
• What is the oxygen requirement for crew and passengers in an unpressurized aircraft at 15,000 feet?
• Which additional instrument experience is required to meet the recent flight experience requirements to act as pilot in command of an airplane under IFR?
• What do pilots need to maintain a safe distance from other aircraft in Class A airspace?
• Prior to operating in Class B airspace without a transponder, to whom must a deviation request be submitted?
• Which additional equipment is required for IFR operation in Class B airspace, in addition to a VOR receiver and two-way communications capability?
• Which of the following is considered controlled airspace?
• In IFR flight, what is the rule for maintaining aircraft separation during an approach?
• Under which condition must the pilot in command of a civil aircraft have at least an instrument rating?
• What is the correct use of cockpit lighting for night flight?
• What altitude and route should be used if you are flying in IMC and have two-way radio communications failure?
• Having appropriate instrument lighting will
• To meet instrument flight experience, what must a pilot log within the prior 6 months?
• When must a pilot in command have an instrument rating?
• If a pilot receives a clearance to 'maintain VFR conditions on top' in Class E airspace, what altitude should they maintain?
• What action should you take if your No. 1 VOR receiver malfunctions while operating in controlled airspace under IFR?
• What minimum navigation equipment is required to complete the VOR/DME-A procedure?
• Which procedure is recommended to prevent or overcome spatial disorientation?
• During an IFR flight, what is the requirement for navigation equipment?
• What is expected of pilots on an IFR flight plan when climbing or descending in VFR conditions?
• What must a pilot complete if flying under IFR at night?
• What is required for crew members in unpressurized aircraft above 15,000 feet?
• What is the minimum vertical separation required to operate above an overcast layer?
• Which publication covers the procedures required for aircraft accident and incident reporting responsibilities for pilots?
• During an IFR flight in IMC, what should a pilot do if a distress condition is encountered?
• What action should a pilot take if their DME fails at FL240?
• What is the required in-flight visibility for less than 1,200 feet in Class G airspace during daylight?
• What is the minimum required altitude for flying in Class A airspace?
• What must pilots be familiar with regarding runway lengths?
• Before departure, what must a pilot review for an IFR flight?
• What is the minimum in-flight visibility and distance from clouds required for an airplane operating less than 1,200 feet AGL under special VFR during daylight hours?
• What is the maximum allowable discrepancy in altimeter settings for IFR operations?
• What is true about Class G airspace?
• What conditions must be met for the instrument approaches required for IFR currency?
• Who is accountable for checking that the altimeter system complies with regulations for instrument flight?
• What must a pilot do prior to entering controlled airspace under IFR?
• What is required to enter Class A airspace?
• If an unpressurized aircraft is operated above 12,500 feet MSL for a period of 2 hours 20 minutes, how long is the minimum flightcrew required to use supplemental oxygen?
• What is the altitude range where a coded transponder with altitude reporting is required in controlled airspace?
• What is required for a commercial pilot carrying passengers for hire at night or over 50 NM?
• What is the maximum cabin pressure altitude at which a pilot can fly for longer than 30 minutes without using supplemental oxygen?
• Which pilot responsibility is emphasized with regard to altimeter compliance during IFR flight?
• What is the minimum qualification for a safety pilot during simulated instrument flight?
• What does Class A airspace primarily consist of?
• How does visual illusion affect a pilot's perception when landing on a narrower runway?
• During what phase of flight can pilots encounter the illusion of being in a nose-up attitude?
• Which of the following instruments is essential for pilots flying in Class A airspace?
• What is the minimum en route altitude along a jet route unless otherwise specified?
• What is the minimum visibility required for operating in Class E airspace during daylight hours?
• What is the appropriate action if a DME malfunction occurs during a flight?
• During takeoff, a rapid acceleration can create the illusion of what?
• What is the purpose of FDC NOTAMs?
• How many instrument approaches must a pilot log to meet IFR experience requirements?
• Which airspace is defined as a transition area when in conjunction with an airport with a prescribed IAP?
• Which procedure should be followed to initiate an approach after communication failure in IMC while holding?
• Which procedure should you follow if, during an IFR flight in VFR conditions, you have two-way radio communications failure?
• After passing inspection, when must the static pressure system and altimeter be re-inspected for IFR use?
• When are you required to have an instrument rating for flight in VMC?
• How can a pilot satisfy the recent flight experience requirement for IMC in powered aircraft?
• What minimum navigation equipment is required for IFR flight?
• What is the minimum in-flight visibility and distance from clouds required for a VFR-On-Top flight at 9,500 feet MSL during daylight hours in Class E airspace?
• An aircraft altimeter system test and inspection must be accomplished within how many calendar months?
• What is the maximum IFR altitude you may fly in an unpressurized aircraft without providing passengers with supplemental oxygen?
• What is the normal upper limit for Class D airspace?
• How can an instrument pilot best overcome spatial disorientation?
• After your recent IFR experience lapses, how much time do you have before you must pass an instrument proficiency check to act as pilot in command under IFR?
• What is one requirement for carrying passengers for hire during night flights?
• In mountainous areas, what is the minimum altitude for IFR flight?
• What is the first step you should take if the DME malfunctions at or above 24,000 feet MSL?
• What happens to a commercial pilot without an instrument rating during night flights?
• How can a pilot determine if a GPS in their aircraft is IFR approved?
• Under what conditions can a pilot using BasicMed act as a PIC under IFR?
• What is the minimum altitude to operate an aircraft under IFR in mountainous areas?
• Why is hypoxia particularly dangerous during flights with one pilot?
• At what altitude is DME required under IFR when VOR navigational equipment is mandatory?
• What is the minimum floor of Class E airspace when tied to an airport with an approved IAP?
• Which of the following instruments is NOT required for IFR flight?
• What procedure is recommended while climbing to an assigned altitude on the airway?
• Which technique is recommended for scanning for traffic in straight-and-level flight?
• Are private pilots with certain ratings allowed to act as pilot in command in IMC?
• What is the altitude rule for off-airways IFR flight over nonmountainous terrain?
• What is required for a pilot to operate in Class A airspace?
• What should pilots rely on to suppress sensations that lead to spatial disorientation during instrument flight?
• Which phrase helps pilots to avoid a nose-up illusion during takeoff?
• What in-flight visibility and distance from clouds is required for a flight at 8,500 feet MSL in Class G airspace in VFR conditions during daylight hours?
• During the en route phase of an IFR flight, the pilot is advised 'Radar service terminated.' What action is appropriate?
• What restriction exists for newly certificated commercial airplane pilots who do not hold an instrument pilot rating?
• What additional equipment is required for aircraft operating under IFR?
• What is the maximum altitude that Class G airspace will exist?
• What are the vertical limits of a transition area designated with an airport having a prescribed IAP?
• What are the normal lateral limits for Class D airspace?
• Before beginning any flight under IFR, what information must the pilot in command become familiar with?
• When an aircraft is not equipped with a transponder, what must be done before ATC will authorize a flight within Class B airspace?
• What is an essential factor to consider related to alternate airports in the flight plan?
• What is the floor of Class E airspace when designated in conjunction with an airway?
• What minimum aircraft equipment is required for operation within Class C airspace?
• What does declaring 'minimum fuel' to ATC imply?
• What is the required flight visibility and distance from clouds in Class E airspace at 9,500 feet MSL with a VFR-On-Top clearance during daylight hours?
• What should a pilot do if they experience two-way radio communications failure while in IMC?
• MOAs are established to?
• What is the minimum flight visibility for VFR-On-Top clearance at 10,500 feet during daylight in Class E airspace?
• What effect does haze have on visibility during flight?
• What is the primary purpose of Class A airspace?
• What should pilots do to minimize distractions in critical flight phases?
• What must a pilot in command familiarize themselves with before beginning any flight under IFR?
• Which type of NOTAM would provide information on navigational aids?
• What should a pilot do if they experience communications failure while in a holding pattern?
• In the event of two-way radio communications failure while operating on an IFR clearance in VFR conditions, the pilot should continue
• Which of the following is NOT a critical phase of flight?
• Which equipment is required to operate an aircraft in Class B airspace?
• What is generally the maximum altitude for Class B airspace?
• What is a requirement for a pilot who plans to conduct IFR approaches?
• Which type of operations prohibits certain portable electronic devices?
• If the aircraft's transponder fails in Class B airspace, what should the pilot do?
• Unless otherwise prescribed, what is the rule regarding altitude and course to be maintained during an IFR off-airways flight over mountainous terrain?
• When experiencing two-way communications failure, which step is appropriate?
• What is the recommended climb and descent rate for pilots when ATC has not imposed restrictions and they are within 1,000 feet of their assigned altitude?
• Which of the following best describes the purpose of an IAP (Instrument Approach Procedure)?
• What is the effect of a downsloping runway on the pilot's perception?
• What is required for a VFR flight to transition through Class B airspace?
• What recent instrument flight experience requirements must be met before you may act as pilot in command of an airplane under IFR?
• What visual illusion is created when an upsloping runway is perceived?
• What action must pilots take close to their assigned altitude without ATC restrictions?
• In which situation would a pilot most likely experience false sensations of flight?
• What type of air traffic control service is provided in Class A airspace?
• Which of the following is a characteristic of Class A airspace?
• To carry passengers for hire on cross-country flights of more than 50 NM, which certification is required for the pilot in command?
• What is the minimum altitude MSL that requires an operable coded transponder?
• Tunnel vision and cyanosis are symptoms of
• What must a pilot do before starting any IFR flight?
• What additional requirement exists for aircraft flying under IFR besides VFR and night equipment?
• How long does a pilot meet the recency of experience requirements for IFR flight after successfully completing an instrument competency check if no further IFR flights are made?
• What is required to be included in the flight plan when listing an alternate airport?
• What should pilots do when transitioning from visual to instrument flight conditions?
• What is the minimum visibility required for VFR operations in Class E airspace?
• In controlled airspace above 10,000 feet MSL, what equipment is required?
• What are the oxygen requirements for an IFR flight in an unpressurized aircraft?
• Which sources collectively provide the latest airport condition status?
• Abrupt head movement during a constant rate turn in IMC conditions can cause what illusion?
• Which altitude below which no aircraft may operate under IFR over mountainous terrain?
• A pilot's recent IFR experience expires on July 1 of this year. What is the latest date the pilot can meet the IFR experience requirement without having to take an instrument proficiency check?
• In VFR-On-Top conditions at 12,500 feet MSL, what visibility and distance from clouds is required in Class E airspace during the day?
• What is the minimum altitude for IFR flight, except when necessary for takeoff or landing or otherwise authorized?
• Which information must a pilot log when entering simulated instrument conditions?
• Which situation requires the use of oxygen for all occupants in an unpressurized aircraft?
• What portion of dual instruction time can a certificated instrument flight instructor log as instrument flight time?
• What altitude must pilots be aware of to ensure compliance within Class A airspace?
• If you experience two-way communications radio failure while on an IFR flight plan and in VFR conditions, what should you do?
• An instrument rated pilot is planning a flight under IFR. What must the pilot have completed before conduct?
• For IFR planning, what are the compulsory reporting points when using VOR/DME or VORTAC fixes?
• A sloping cloud formation, an obscured horizon, and a dark scene spread with ground lights and stars can create an illusion known as?
• Enroute weather conditions are IMC. However, during the descent to your destination for an ILS approach, you encounter VMC weather conditions prior to reaching the initial approach fix. To log the ILS approach toward instrument currency requirements?
• How many instrument approaches and procedures must a pilot complete within the last 6 months to meet experience requirements?
• Your transponder is inoperative. What are the requirements for flying in Class D airspace?
• What should a pilot do if they encounter unanticipated turbulence during descent under IFR?
• From which source can you obtain the latest FDC NOTAM's?
• What is the floor altitude of Class A airspace?
• When flying under IFR, what causes a pilot to require an instrument rating?
• Which statement about cockpit lighting for night flight is correct?
• Under what condition should a pilot notify ATC of a variation in speed while on an IFR flight plan?
• What minimum in-flight visibility and cloud distance are required in VFR conditions above clouds at 13,500 feet MSL in Class G airspace during daylight?
• What equipment is required for an aircraft operated under 14 CFR Part 91 IFR?
• You intend to carry passengers for hire on a night VFR flight in a single-engine airplane within a 25-mile radius of the departure airport. What certification is required?
• Without visual aid, a pilot often interprets centrifugal force as a sensation of?
• What action should be taken if hyperventilation is suspected?
• What must a pilot do when encountering haze during flight?
• How can an instrument pilot best overcome spatial disorientation?
• While holding for an ILS approach due to a radio communication failure, which procedure should be followed?
• What is the primary function of a transponder in aircraft operations?
• When is an operational check on VOR equipment required when operating under IFR?
• What is an important requirement for IFR flight planning regarding weather conditions?
• An abrupt change from climb to straight-and-level flight can create which illusion?
• Which checks must be accomplished before flying an aircraft under IFR?
• Why is the "sterile cockpit" rule considered good practice for all pilots?