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Small RPAS Basic Exam

Chapter: 1


Question 1: What is the frequency to use when none are presented


123.4
123.2
123.1
123.5

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Question 2: What is the range the weight of an RPA must be within for a basic and advanced certified pilot to operate it legally?


1 kg - 25 kg
5 kg to 25 kg
250 g to 25 kg
500g to 25 kg

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Question 3: What is the designation for CYR-XXX


Restricted Airspace
Advisory Airspace
Uncontrolled Airspace
Controlled Airspace

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Question 4: What statement best describes the criteria which must be completed to obtain an RPAS Basic Certificate?


Completing a multiple choice test online as well as a flight review
Completing a multiple-choice test online and meeting the age requirement
Filling out an online form
Attending a fight school which issues a third-party certificate

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Question 5: In Canada Domestic Airspace, how many letter classifications are there?


6
7
8
9

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Question 6: Under topic 901.07, within how many days must a written notice be submitted in the event the aircraft is destroyed/lost/decommissioned?


7
10
14
30

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Question 7: When are you able to fly through restricted airspace?


Obtain permission through a user agency
If you are in the airspace for less than 1 minute
If you are flying at 3000 ft with no other indications
Never

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Question 8: Within an advisory Airspace, what is the symbol designated for aircraft flight testing


A
T
F
H

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Question 9: True or False: No pilot shall operate an RPA that transports or carries a living creature


True
False

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Question 10: True or False: No individual is permitted to be the registered owner of an RPAS until they are 14 years of age


True
False

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Question 11: What age must you be to obtain a basic and advanced license


14, 18
14, 16
14, 17
16, 18

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Question 12: Where do Control Zones start?


Ground Level
300 meters Above Sea Level
100 meters Above Ground level
100 meters above Sea Level

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Question 13: What is the standard traffic pattern at airports?


Left Hand Route
Right-Hand Circle
Left Hand Circuit
Right Hand Circuit

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Question 14: Which class of airspace is uncontrolled


Class D
Class B
Class F
Class G

Chapter: 2


Question 15: Which of the following statements is not a system where multiple fail-safes are vital for a UAV


Power Source
Engine
Communication
Observation Recording

Chapter: 2


Question 16: True or False: UAVs have two main components, airborne systems and vehicle systems


True
False

Chapter: 3


Question 17: What is the term used to describe a state of mental or physical fatigue that can degrade a Remote Pilot's performance during an RPAS flight?


Hypoxia
Apathy
Burnout
Altitude sickness

Chapter: 3


Question 18: True or false: The I in the IM SAFE checklist stands for Illness


True
False

Chapter: 4


Question 19: During the night, from which way does the land breeze blow?


From the land to the ocean
From the ocean to the land
From top to bottom
From bottom to top

Chapter: 4


Question 20: As the temperature of air increases, what is the effect on the humidity?


The air is able to hold more water vapour and the relative humidity drops
The air is able to hold more water vapour and the relative humidity increases
The air is able to hold less water vapour and the relative humidity drops
The air is able to hold less water vapour and the relative humidity increases

Chapter: 5


Question 21: What does the acronym "NOTAM" stand for in aviation?


Notice to Aircrew and Traffic
Notice to Aircraft and Transport
Notice to Airmen
Notice of Aviation Traffic and Meteorology

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Question 22: The "bearing" between two points on the ground refers to:


The horizontal angle between the points measured clockwise from north.
The vertical angle between the points measured from the horizon.
The distance between the points on the ground.
The speed of the RPAS while flying between the points.

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Question 23: True or False: Longitude measures the horizontal, east to west axis


True
False

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Question 24: Which of the following is NOT a primary factor affecting the endurance of an RPAS during flight?


Battery capacity
Weather conditions
Aircraft weight
Magnetic variation

Chapter: 6


Question 25: What does AWOS stand for


Automated weather objective system
Automated welfare observation system
Automated weather observation system
Automated welfare objective system

Chapter: 6


Question 26: How does an individual issue NOTAMs?


Contact the FIC or FSS
Contact Transport Canada
Contact the FAA
Contact the local ATC through radio

Chapter: 6


Question 27: In the following situations, select the correct response as an RPA pilot. A client’s expectations do not align with the flight parameters and safety standards as a region of the flight path is near an aerodrome, yet they are still adamant about the flight proceeding and are willing to pay an additional fee.


Proceed with the flight according to the client’s expectations
Refuse to operate the flight unless it is in accordance with safety regulations, clearance is granted and proper paperwork is submitted
Proceed with the flight in accordance with regulations which are regularly enforced, and deemed critical
Refuse to fly near the aerodrome but still fly the rest of the flight planned.

Chapter: 6


Question 28: Can RPAS be flown over national parks in Canada?


Yes, but only with prior authorization from the park authorities.
No, RPAS flights are prohibited in all national parks.
Yes, RPAS can be flown over national parks without any restrictions.
Yes, but only for recreational purposes.

Chapter: 6


Question 29: What weather conditions should a Remote Pilot be particularly cautious about during RPAS operations?


High winds and heavy rain
Calm weather with clear skies
Overcast conditions with light drizzle
Snowy conditions with reduced visibility

Chapter: 7


Question 30: Which of the following factors will NOT reduce the lift output?


Lower air density
Higher air temperature
Higher Humidity
Increased Velocity

Chapter: 7


Question 31: What is the speed and pressure of the air above the aerofoil relative to static measurements?


Faster, lower
Slower, higher
Faster, higher
Slower, lower

Chapter: 8


Question 32: In radio communication, what is the purpose of the "squawk code" or "transponder code"?


To identify the manufacturer of the aircraft's transponder.
To communicate with other aircraft using a specific code language.
To provide the aircraft's altitude to Air Traffic Control.
To uniquely identify the aircraft on radar.

Chapter: 8


Question 33: True or False: Horizontal polarization extents transmissions for HF and above


True
False

Chapter: 8


Question 34: What is the primary function of the Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS)?


To provide aircraft position data to air traffic control.
To transmit voice communications between the pilot and air traffic control.
To send and receive data messages between the aircraft and ground stations.
To automatically navigate the aircraft during the flight.

Chapter: 8


Question 35: What are the three components of a normal AM signal


Upper sideband, Lower Sideband, Carrier
Left sideband, Right Sideband, Carrier
Left sideband, Right Sideband, Center Band
Upper sideband, Lower Sideband, Center Band