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Small RPAS Basic Exam

Chapter: 1


Question 1: What is the designation for CYR-XXX


Restricted Airspace
Advisory Airspace
Uncontrolled Airspace
Controlled Airspace

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Question 2: True or False: Under normal operations, RPAS are permitted to operate in aerodromes


True
False

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Question 3: 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 4: In Canada Domestic Airspace, how many letter classifications are there?


6
7
8
9

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Question 5: 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 6: 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 7: When shall a pilot of an RPAS give the right of way?


Never, as the RPAS always has the right of way
Only to power-driven heavier-than-air aircraft
To power-driven heavier-than-air aircraft, airships, gliders and balloons at all times
Only to other RPAS

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Question 8: When can aircraft share the same airspace?


Always
Never
When given permission to
When there are less than 3 aircraft in the same airspace

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Question 9: True or False: Communication between observers and the pilot must be clear, reliable and constant


True
False

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Question 10: 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 11: True or False: No pilot shall operate an RPA that transports or carries a living creature


True
False

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Question 12: What is the frequency to use when none are presented


123.4
123.2
123.1
123.5

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


A
T
F
H

Chapter: 2


Question 15: True or False: UAVs have two main components, airborne systems and vehicle systems


True
False

Chapter: 2


Question 16: What component is not a part of the engine


Battery
ESC
Motor
Servos

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: As a Remote Pilot, you notice that the RPAS control interface has a software glitch, affecting its responsiveness. What is the most appropriate action to take?


Continue the flight and report the issue after landing
Restart the RPAS immediately and continue the flight
Modify the flight path to avoid populated areas
Suspend the flight and troubleshoot the issue before resuming

Chapter: 4


Question 19: What is a dew point?


The tip of dew
The temperature point of which dew forms
The maximum temperature of which dew stays
The point of which dew dissipates

Chapter: 4


Question 20: 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: 5


Question 21: During a flight, the RPAS receives a wind advisory indicating a headwind. How will this affect the groundspeed and fuel consumption?


Groundspeed will increase, and fuel consumption will decrease.
Groundspeed will increase, and fuel consumption will increase.
Groundspeed will decrease, and fuel consumption will decrease.
Groundspeed will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase.

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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: When using a magnetic compass for navigation, what is deviation?


The angle between the aircraft's heading and the intended track.
The difference between true altitude and indicated altitude.
The angle between magnetic north and true north.
The error caused by the aircraft's magnetic fields influencing the compass.

Chapter: 5


Question 24: True or False: An aerodrome labelled as unserviced is the same as an uncontrolled aerodrome


True
False

Chapter: 6


Question 25: 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: 6


Question 26: 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.

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Question 27: How does an individual issue NOTAMs?


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

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Question 28: What does AWOS stand for


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

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Question 29: What does TAF stand for


Terminal alert failure
Terminal area forecast
Testing alert failure
Testing area forecast

Chapter: 7


Question 30: Which of the following statements is correct?


Aircraft experience only parasitic drag
Aircraft experience both parasitic and induced drag
Induced drag is caused by the structure of the aircraft
Propellers are not aerofoils

Chapter: 7


Question 31: Which of the following factors will NOT reduce the lift output?


Lower air density
Higher air temperature
Higher Humidity
Increased Velocity

Chapter: 8


Question 32: What are the benefits of Single Side Band signals?


Longer Travel Distance
Less weight
Faster
Can travel at higher altitudes

Chapter: 8


Question 33: In RPAS operations, what is the function of a "telemetry system"?


To transmit real-time video from the RPAS to the pilot.
To provide voice communication between the pilot and air traffic control.
To monitor and transmit data on the RPAS's performance and status.
To communicate with other RPAS operators in the vicinity.

Chapter: 8


Question 34: In electronic theory, what does the term "resistance" refer to?


The rate at which an electrical component consumes power.
The ability of an electrical component to store energy in a magnetic field.
The opposition offered by a material to the flow of electric current.
The process of converting alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC).

Chapter: 8


Question 35: Which frequency of radio waves is untransmittable through sky waves


Low frequency
Medium frequency
High frequency
Ultrahigh frequency