Pre-Solo Test of Air Regulations (PSTAR) Practice Exam

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• What is the minimum flight visibility required for a helicopter to transit a Control Zone under day Special VFR?
• When is the movement of an aircraft typically restricted after an accident?
• What are wing tip vortices caused by?
• What color marking is NOT typically used for runway indicators?
• For how long should a pilot expect to be able to fly under VFR with the fuel carried, as per regulations?
• When issued a clearance to land and hold short of an intersecting runway, what must pilots do?
• What can increase the likelihood of an aircraft encountering wake turbulence?
• Under what circumstance can an aircraft be moved without the Minister's approval after an accident involving serious injury or death?
• What does the abbreviation 'AGL' stand for in aviation?
• Where can NOTAMs be obtained?
• Why is it risky for pilots to use over-the-counter cold and cough medications?
• What should a pilot understand when receiving a clearance that includes a taxi instruction?
• What should a pilot do if ATC requests them to reduce airspeed on final approach?
• What information must be included to cancel a distress message?
• What does the acronym TSB stand for in aviation safety?
• Which document is NOT required on board a radio-equipped Canadian privately registered aircraft?
• When traffic is reported as "2 o'clock, 5 miles, eastbound", where is this traffic in relation to the pilot flying a heading of 270°?
• Which aircraft has the right of way when converging at approximately the same altitude?
• What is the recommended circuit height if a special procedure NOTAM indicates the circuit height is 1,500 feet ASL and the ceiling is 1,000 feet overcast?
• How high does a Control Zone extend from the surface of the earth?
• When taxiway holding positions are not established, where should aircraft wait to enter an active runway?
• What should a pilot do if no UNICOM exists at the aerodrome they intend to land at?
• What condition should pilots avoid when landing due to safety concerns?
• How long should flight crew members who require decompression stops wait before flying after SCUBA diving?
• When safety belts are directed to be fastened, how should an infant passenger be handled?
• What is the consequence of failing to report arrival after landing with a filed VFR flight plan?
• For an aircraft to qualify for VFR flight, which instrument is NOT required?
• Who must typically approve the movement of an aircraft post-accident?
• Which flight instrument systems are required for day VFR flight in controlled airspace?
• What is the requirement for a pilot who experiences fatigue?
• What is required from a pilot if other aircraft are in the circuit while on the downwind leg?
• If a pilot is cleared to land but is concerned about high crosswind conditions, what action should they take?
• What does the term "APRX" in a NOTAM signify?
• When does wake turbulence begin for a departing large aeroplane?
• In the case of a Special VFR flight, who is responsible for avoiding obstructions like radio masts?
• What must an airplane towing a glider do when converging with a balloon at the same altitude?
• How does alcohol consumption affect tolerance to hypoxia?
• What service do VHF direction finding stations typically provide upon pilot request?
• What is the height AGL for VFR flight to conform with the Cruising Altitudes Order?
• Which party has the defined authority to oversee aircraft movement after an accident?
• What is the primary objective of an aviation safety investigation into an aircraft accident?
• What is one method to minimize the risk of encountering wake turbulence during takeoff?
• What is the recommended treatment for hyperventilation occurring below 8,000 feet?
• How should the pilot of aircraft C-FBSQ transmit the registration on initial contact with a Canadian ATC unit?
• When is damage to the eardrum most likely to occur during flight?
• What must VFR pilots do when wishing to cross through a Class C Control Zone?
• What altitude should a NORDO aircraft maintain while crossing an airport for landing information?
• In terms of emergency provisions, what might private aircraft flying farther than 25 NM need to carry?
• When an arriving aircraft is cleared "to the circuit," what should the pilot do?
• What is the primary purpose of ATIS?
• Who must present their pilot licence or permit upon demand?
• Who has the right of way when two aircraft are converging and one is towing a glider?
• How long can hazardous wake turbulence persist in still air?
• What should be done if an aircraft needs to be moved immediately after an accident?
• According to aviation medical guidelines, what generally happens if a pilot is on medication?
• A student pilot may act as PIC of an aircraft for their own flight training under what condition?
• Why is it important to ensure adequate fuel for VFR flights?
• Beyond how many minutes should a pilot be particularly cautious after a heavy aircraft passes?
• Where can pilots find specific instructions for MF procedures?
• What distance can be expected behind the propellers of a large turbo prop airplane during taxi?
• When is a serviceable landing light required on an aircraft?
• Who is responsible for remaining clear of clouds during a Special VFR flight?
• How should a pilot acknowledge the clearance to taxi while holding short of another runway?
• A steady green light in flight indicates?
• What is the safest rule regarding the use of common drugs before flying?
• What is the minimum lateral distance required from a jet aircraft during taxi to avoid hazards?
• At controlled airports, when should an aircraft stop according to taxiway holding position markings?
• What must a pilot do to taxi to the runway after being cleared without a hold short clearance?
• If part of an ATC clearance is unacceptable, what should a pilot do?
• What should pilots do when confronted with an approaching thunderstorm?
• When an aircraft is "cleared to the circuit" where a left-hand circuit is in effect, what turn can be made without further approval from ATC?
• Under what conditions may a vehicle be operated on parts of an uncontrolled airport used for aircraft movement?
• What is the appropriate reaction of a pilot who receives a clearance "CLEARED TO LAND, TURN RIGHT AT THE FIRST INTERSECTION"?
• What is required when a pilot accepts an ATC clearance?
• What communication method is necessary for a helicopter transiting under Special VFR regulations?
• When an isolated thunderstorm is near your aerodrome, what action should you take?
• What constitutes a situation where a pilot is responsible for avoiding hazards during flight?
• What is the primary responsibility of a pilot regarding wake turbulence?
• Except for taking off or landing, at what minimum height should aircraft fly over an aerodrome?
• Which frequency should pilots monitor to communicate in uncontrolled airspace?
• When should an arriving VFR flight make initial radio contact with the control tower?
• What is the requirement for flying through active Class F airspace with the designator CYR?
• If a pilot is authorized for an intersection takeoff by ATC, what is the pilot responsible for ensuring?
• What action is allowed immediately after a serious aviation accident?
• When can a pilot disregard traffic avoidance while following an ATC clearance?
• What may be required for private aeroplanes and helicopters flying 25 NM or more from an aerodrome?
• What does "Controlled Airspace" refer to?
• Which aircraft must cede right of way when converging with a balloon at the same altitude?
• How can a pilot verify that an aircraft's ELT is not transmitting?
• When should the TSB be notified of a reportable aviation accident?
• Formation flying is permitted under what condition?
• Which of the following is a responsibility of a flight service specialist?
• What should a pilot do if they are unsure about an ATC clearance?
• If an aircraft receives a flashing white light, what is expected from it?
• What is the maximum altitude defined as Low Level Airspace in Canadian Domestic Airspace?
• What is required for a pilot to take off or land at an aerodrome at night?
• What safety equipment is required on single-engine aircraft during water takeoffs or landings?
• When complying with an ATC instruction, what remains the pilot's responsibility?
• What is an essential part of managing an aviation accident site?
• Who is responsible for remaining VFR during a flight when being vectored by ATC towards clouds?
• If cleared for take-off after a low approach and overshoot of a large aircraft, what should the pilot do?
• After donating blood, how long should a pilot wait before acting as a flight crew member?
• Under what condition is it permissible to drop something from an aircraft in flight?
• Which aircraft must yield to gliders when converging at the same altitude?
• What do chrome yellow and black strips on pylons or buildings signify?
• When a flight itinerary is filed, what is the expected role of the "responsible person"?
• What is the minimum age for a passenger to be considered an infant during flight?
• If your radio transmissions are reported as READABILITY THREE, what does this mean?
• What is the International VHF Emergency Frequency?
• What period defines "Day" in Canada?
• What is the validity period for a Canadian Medical Certificate for a private pilot under 40 years of age?
• How can pilots prevent being affected by wake turbulence?
• What should a pilot consider when taking off from a runway intersection?
• When two aircraft are approaching head-on and there is a risk of collision, what action should each pilot take?
• In which situation should a flight crew member not commence a flight?
• Who is primarily responsible for the safety of the aircraft site after an accident?
• What is crucial for the investigation of an aviation accident?
• What must be filed for flights that proceed 25 NM or more from the point of origin if a flight plan is not filed?
• What is the total elapsed time that should be entered in the "Elapsed Time" box of a VFR flight plan if the estimated times are 1 hour 15 minutes, 30 minutes stopover, and 1 hour 20 minutes?
• In controlled airspace, when the reported ceiling is 1,000 feet overcast and visibility is 3 miles, at what height must an aircraft join the circuit?
• What should a pilot do to acknowledge a landing clearance at a controlled airport?
• What action should a pilot take if an ELT is activated without an emergency?
• Who do ADIZ rules apply to?
• A series of green flashes directed at an aircraft in flight means?
• When is wake turbulence caused by a departing aircraft most severe?
• What does an ATC clearance or instruction depend on?
• What action must a pilot take if a flight plan is filed and there are changes during the flight?
• A series of green flashes directed at an aircraft on the ground signifies?
• What frequency should pilots use to broadcast their intentions when landing at aerodromes with no UNICOM?
• When two power-driven heavier-than-air aircraft are flying towards each other, how should they navigate to avoid collision?
• What is the primary concern when moving an aircraft after an accident?
• What should a pilot on a VFR flight in Class C airspace do if they believe a specific heading will cause a conflict with another aircraft?
• What must a PIC comply with at all times during flight?
• What must be implemented to allow aircraft movement post-accident?
• What effect does fatigue have on a pilot according to the medical information guidelines?
• Which responses are correct regarding wake turbulence?
• When should pilots activate the transponder "ident" feature?
• Which type of aircraft incidents are deemed reportable by the TSB?
• What is the minimum fuel requirement for a VFR flight at the beginning of the day?
• Which item is crucial for pilots operating VFR in uncontrolled airspace?
• When two gliders are converging at the same altitude, which one must give way?
• What does a dry Transport Canada standard wind direction indicator indicate when horizontal?
• What does VFR stand for in aviation terms?
• Where can pilots find terminal airspace dimensions and VHF frequency information for high density airports in Canada?
• What does a steady green light directed at an aircraft on the ground indicate?
• What should you do when overtaking another aircraft flying at your 12 o'clock position at the same altitude?
• Who is considered the "responsible person" in relation to a flight itinerary?
• According to regulations, how is an infant passenger defined?
• Why is it crucial for pilots to plan their approaches carefully when behind a heavier aircraft?
• When flying under VFR, how does weather visibility affect flight operations in uncontrolled airspace?
• What should be the minimum holding distance from an active runway when no taxiway holding position is established?
• What is the minimum distance the ground idle blast danger area extends back from a jumbo jet airplane's tail?
• What happens to hazardous wing tip vortices after a heavy aeroplane passes during cruising flight?
• When two aircraft are on a collision course, what is the appropriate action for each pilot?
• Which statement regarding helicopter vortices is correct?
• Which type of aircraft produces wake turbulence?
• What is a critical requirement for moving an aircraft after a serious accident?
• A departing flight typically remains on tower frequency until which of the following?
• What does a series of red flashes while the aircraft is on the ground tell the pilot?
• What should be done with accidental ELT activations?
• What does a new or replacing NOTAM without the term "APRX" indicate?
• What is required for VFR flight within Class B airspace?
• During a landing approach, which aircraft has the obligation to give way?
• Where can details on civil aviation accident reporting procedures typically be found?
• What is the purpose of blinking runway lights?
• What should a pilot do if they cannot comply with an accepted ATC clearance?
• What happens when an aircraft generates wake turbulence?
• What should a pilot do to avoid wake turbulence when departing behind a large aircraft?
• What is the minimum distance the ground idle blast danger area extends back from the tail of an executive jet airplane?
• When departing VFR from a MF, when should pilots stop monitoring that frequency?
• What is the correct way for a light aircraft to approach landing behind a heavier aircraft?
• Which of the following best describes a missing aircraft according to TSB regulations?
• What type of vortices does a helicopter in forward flight produce?
• What distance from cloud must an aircraft maintain when flying below 1,000 feet AGL in uncontrolled airspace?
• What is the maximum altitude for unpressurized flight without oxygen masks available?
• In a situation where two aircraft are converging at approximately the same altitude, who must give way?
• When should ATC be notified of a deviation from a VFR flight plan?
• Which of the following actions is NOT recommended if a pilot cannot fully comply with a clearance?
• A series of red flashes directed at an aircraft in flight communicates what?
• What symbol is used to mark closed runways and taxiways?
• What must be considered when calculating the fuel and oil carried on board for a day VFR flight?
• Which signal is used to indicate a grave danger requiring immediate assistance?
• How many flight instruments must power-driven aircraft have for day VFR flight?
• What is the role of the first two letters of the registration during initial ATS contact?
• Why is wake turbulence a significant concern during takeoff and landing?
• Unless instructed otherwise by ATC, what transponder code should pilots operating VFR select when flying at or below 12,500 feet ASL?
• If there is no specified search and rescue initiation time, when must a pilot report to the responsible person after landing?
• When broadcasting on a MF without a ground station, who should pilots direct their transmissions to?
• What radiotelephone urgency signal indicates a safety concern that does not require immediate assistance?
• What is the immediate course of action if a pilot encounters a discrepancy with a clearance?
• What authority may authorize a helicopter equipped with a two-way radio to transit a Control Zone?
• What should a pilot do in response to a solid red light in flight?
• What must a pilot do upon accepting a clearance for an "immediate take-off"?
• In what type of airspace may a person conduct aerobatic maneuvers provided visibility is 3 miles or greater?
• When operating under VFR, how should aircraft be flown?
• How long is the Canadian Medical Certificate valid for a private pilot aged 40 and over?
• What surfaces are approved for takeoff or landing within built-up areas?
• What happens to a pilot’s ability to tolerate hypoxia with increasing alcohol consumption?
• Which items may be omitted from subsequent transmissions after initial contact with an ATS unit?
• Which signal is typically used to declare a situation where safety is at risk but does not necessitate immediate action?
• After landing a VFR flight for which a flight plan has been filed, when must the pilot report arrival to the ATS unit?
• When can an aircraft's ELT be transmitted for testing purposes?
• What effect does a light crosswind have on wing tip vortices from a large aircraft after takeoff?
• How should an intermediate stop be indicated on a flight plan for a VFR flight?
• When making initial contact with a Canadian ATC unit, how should the pilot of aircraft C-GFLU transmit the registration?
• What minimum distance must a pilot maintain from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure over non-populous areas?
• What can pilots expect when ATC advises that simultaneous operations are in progress at an airport?
• What does a flashing white light on the manoeuvring area of an airport instruct an aircraft to do?
• What is the primary purpose of VDF steers for VFR flights?
• At what altitude must an aircraft cruising VFR above 3,000 feet AGL fly on a track of 290° M?
• For how long can a pilot fly between 10,000 and 13,000 feet ASL without readily available oxygen?
• At what altitude should pilots avoid overflying reindeer or caribou?
• When flying below 1,000 feet AGL, what must a helicopter operator maintain in terms of visibility?
• What is the minimum flight visibility for a helicopter operating in uncontrolled airspace during the day?
• What information should be included in the first contact with ATC where ATIS is available?
• What factor should be considered when selecting a cruising altitude in the Southern Domestic Airspace?
• What is the correct action when waiting at a taxiway holding position?
• Wake turbulence is greatest when generated by an aircraft that is?
• Which statement regarding wing tip vortices is false?
• Which of the following is NOT a requirement for VFR flights operating in controlled airspace?
• In what scenario is it essential for pilots to restrict aircraft movement on the ground?
• How far does the take-off thrust blast danger area extend from the tail of a medium size jet transport airplane?
• What may prevent aircraft flying VFR from joining the circuit at 1,000 feet AAE?
• Where would an aircraft flying in accordance with Special VFR be operating?
• What should non-participating VFR aircraft do in advisory airspace?
• When should an ELT be turned on in an emergency?
• What defines an ADIZ?
• What must the pilot or operator do in the event of an aircraft accident?
• What is the minimum flight visibility required for VFR flight within a low level airway?
• Which method can assist in clearing the ears during a rapid descent?
• For distress communications, what frequency should en route aircraft maintain a listening watch on?
• What should a pilot transmit on initial radio contact with an ATS unit?
• What does the TSB classify missing aircraft as?
• If a pilot is instructed to continue an approach to a runway that is clear of traffic but does not receive landing clearance, what should they do?
• What is the recommended waiting period for a pilot who has had a local anaesthetic before flying?
• How is the west end of a runway oriented east and west numbered?
• Before setting out on any VFR flight, a pilot is required to be familiar with what?
• What document must be filed by the pilot when a VFR flight plan has been filed?
• What is a requirement for taking off or landing at a night aerodrome?
• Under what condition can an aeroplane equipped with a functioning two-way radio transit a Control Zone during day Special VFR?
• When flying VFR in controlled airspace, what is the minimum distance a pilot must remain clear of cloud vertically?
• If a student pilot receives a radar vector and sees a solid overcast ahead, what should they do?
• When two aircraft are converging at approximately the same altitude, which statement is generally true about gliders and balloons?
• What should be done when an aircraft engine is left running on the ground with no person onboard?
• What is the right of way rule when two power-driven heavier-than-air aircraft are converging at the same altitude?
• What document provides evidence of aircraft registration?
• What does a steady red light directed at an aircraft on the ground indicate?
• What is the appropriate initial call to Timmins Flight Service Station (FSS)?
• How far does the ground idle blast danger area extend from the tail of a medium size jet airplane?
• What distance is generally recommended for holding clear of a thunderstorm when it is near an aerodrome?
• Which space does VFR flight that requires ATC clearance typically operate in?
• What should light aircraft pilots understand about wake turbulence during their final approach?
• What action should a pilot take when receiving an "immediate take-off" clearance from ATC?
• What is the primary responsibility of a pilot when uncertain of their position and requesting VDF steer?
• When two aircraft are converging at the same altitude, which type of aircraft must yield to a glider?
• What is defined as a certified aerodrome?
• What should a pilot do if they encounter an unexpected delay during a VFR flight?
• What is defined as the manoeuvring area of an airport?
• What must a pilot on a VFR flight operating within a Class C Terminal Control Area establish?
• When filing a VFR flight plan with an intermediate stop, what must be included in the total elapsed time?
• What defines "Night" in Canada?
• What is the correct response from a pilot when cleared to taxi to a runway with a hold short instruction?
• What is the minimum altitude a helicopter must maintain over built-up areas unless landing?
• If a pilot is operating under VMC, what should they ensure concerning their communications?
• In Class C airspace, when should a pilot of an arriving VFR flight contact the control tower?
• In what situation can a pilot who has had a general anaesthetic act as a flight crew member?
• What should pilots do if they are unsure whether they can comply with a clearance to land and hold short?
• What is one key factor affecting the intensity of wing tip vortices?
• What must a pilot do when receiving an ATC instruction?
• According to regulations, how long after consuming alcohol may a person act as a crew member of an aircraft?
• In case of an emergency, what is the standard VHF frequency to report to?
• After advising ATC that you are on the downwind leg, what will ATC inform you if there is other traffic in the circuit?