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RPAS Advanced Exam

Chapter: 1


Question 1: Indicate how the use of night vision goggles (NVGs) is prescribed in relation to detect and avoid capabilities


They can be used if the RPA is not equipped with lights
They can be used by a visual observer and pilot
They can be used by one of the crew members only
They do not provide an acceptable solution to provide detect and avoid capability unless there is another means of detecting all light in the visual spectrum.

Chapter: 1


Question 2: The standard airspace that surrounds an ATF or MF is


5 NM radius and then above aerodrome elevation (AAE) up to three thousand feet AGL
3 NM radius, and then AAE up to 3 thousand feet ASL
3 NM radius and then AAE up to 2 thousand feet AGL
5 NM radius and then AAE up to 3 thousand feet ASL

Chapter: 1


Question 3: Flight of a small RPA over persons under advanced operations structure is …


Allowed only if it is GPS connected
Allowed if the RPA is flown greater than 5000 ft AGL
Allowed if the RPA is flown greater than 1000 ft AGL
Strictly prohibited unless it has a defined RPAS safety assurance declaration from the manufacturer appropriate to your operation

Chapter: 1


Question 4: 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

Chapter: 1


Question 5: True or False: Under normal operations, RPAS are permitted to operate in aerodromes


True
False

Chapter: 1


Question 6: Under what conditions may the pilot of a small RPA wear night vision goggles to control the aircraft in flight


It is forbidden unless they have a means of detecting all light in the visual spectrum
The pilot must remove the goggles for takeoff and landing only if they require vision aids
The pilot must ensure that the visual observers are provided with a reliable system of communication with the pilot
The pilot must remove the goggles while the aircraft is operating over 400ft AGL

Chapter: 1


Question 7: Which class of airspace is uncontrolled


Class D
Class B
Class F
Class G

Chapter: 1


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: When can a visual observer perform their duties on an RPA without the ability to communicate with the pilot


The flight operation is performed with an FPV device
The flight operation is performed outside of the built-up area, only in class G airspace
The flight operation is performed inside or underground
The flight operation is performed outside of built-up areas

Chapter: 1


Question 10: What is the frequency to use when none are presented


123.4
123.2
123.1
123.5

Chapter: 2


Question 11: Define “payload”


Systems or objects attached to the RPA to be dropped.
The total electrical current used by an RPA in flight
System or nonessential objects attracted to the RPA that performs a function of the mission
The voltage of the energy source that powers an RPA

Chapter: 2


Question 12: Detect and Avoid is defined as …


The term used by RPAS operators to sense and avoid lawful authority or detection
The capability to see, sense, or detect conflicting wildlife hazards and to take appropriate action
The capability to see, sense or detect conflicting motor vehicle traffic or other hazards and to take appropriate action
The capability to see, sense or detect conflicting air traffic or other hazards and to take appropriate action

Chapter: 2


Question 13: In very cold weather, the altimeter


Overestimate its measurement
It will give the exact value
Will underestimate altitude
Will indicate 0 feet once on the ground

Chapter: 2


Question 14: From the statements below, select the one that represents a risk of compass error for a small RPA


The compass is installed upside down on the aircraft so as to not “see” the sky
The line of faith of the compass is aligned with the transverse axis of the RPA
The compass is installed within 40 cm of the LiPo battery
The compass is installed on a plexiglass structure

Chapter: 2


Question 15: Identify a safe battery for a small RPAS operation from the following statements:


Battery stored at -5 degrees Celsius
The battery is slightly swollen in the center
Each cell displaying -0.5 volts
Each cell displays 4.2 bolts

Chapter: 3


Question 16: During an RPAS flight, a Remote Pilot experiences increased workload and distractions, leading to errors. Which term best describes this situation?


Task saturation
Autonomous operation
Human-automation interaction
Operator complacency

Chapter: 3


Question 17: Which of the following is an example of a physical factor that can affect the performance of a Remote Pilot and the safe operation of an RPAS?


Fatigue and stress
Task complexity
Communication skills
Weather conditions

Chapter: 3


Question 18: What is the extent to which expectancy represents a risk to a RPA user


Expectancy is based on habit rather than perception
Expectancy makes the pilot tend to foget their previous experiences
Expectancy promotes newness to the detriment of what is familiar
Expectancy ensures that the pilot understands all the details of communication

Chapter: 3


Question 19: What is the purpose of crew resource management (CRM) in RPAS operations?


To manage the storage and distribution of RPAS payloads
To allocate resources effectively during an RPAS mission
To enhance communication between the Remote Pilot and air traffic control
To improve teamwork and decision-making in the RPAS operation

Chapter: 3


Question 20: Hyperventilation is a condition where


The level of carbon monoxide in the blood exceeds normal
The level of oxygen in the blood drops below normal
The level of carbon dioxide in the blood exceeds normal
The level of carbon dioxide in the blood drops below normal

Chapter: 3


Question 21: Human factors play a crucial role in aviation safety. What is the main goal of studying human factors in RPAS operations?


To increase the maximum allowable payload of an RPAS
To reduce the overall cost of RPAS maintenance
To enhance the performance and safety of RPAS operations
To develop advanced RPAS technology

Chapter: 3


Question 22: 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 23: True or false: The I in the IM SAFE checklist stands for Illness


True
False

Chapter: 4


Question 24: Atmospheric pressure is best described as:


The air density only at sea level
The results of wind
Temperature and dewpoint combined
The weight of the overlying air at any point

Chapter: 4


Question 25: With the progression of the following clouds, determine the front: cirrus, cirrostratus, altostratus and nimbostratus


Stationary front
Occluded front
Warm front
Cold front

Chapter: 4


Question 26: Which of the following is not a type of fog


Radiation fog
Upslope fog
Advection Fog
Thermal Fog

Chapter: 4


Question 27: What type of clouds indicate rain?


Altocumulus
Nimbostratus
Altostratus
Cirrus

Chapter: 4


Question 28: An occluded front occurs when …


Warm front runs out of energy
Cold front overtakes itself
Warm front overtakes itself
Cold front catches up and overtakes the warm front

Chapter: 4


Question 29: State the cloud that can produce hail,


Cumulonimbus
Nimbostratus
Altocumulus
Stratocumulus

Chapter: 4


Question 30: What is the term that best describes high pressure?


Anticyclone
Depression
Cyclone
Eddie Current

Chapter: 5


Question 31: What one of the statements is not a part of the three main aviation charts needed to plan RPAS operations?


VFR navigation charts
VFR meteorological report
VFR terminal report
Canada flight supplement

Chapter: 5


Question 32: What is the purpose of a "waypoint" in RPAS navigation?


To indicate the current position of the RPAS on a map.
To mark points of interest for the RPAS pilot during the flight.
To define the starting point of the RPAS flight mission.
To specify a geographical location along the flight route.

Chapter: 5


Question 33: 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.

Chapter: 5


Question 34: Choose from the following statements which is correct


The meridians of longitude are parallel to the equator
The meridians of longitude are half circles connecting the true poles
Latitude is numbered 1 to 300 from Greenwich
The parallels are numbered 1 to 360 from Greenwich

Chapter: 5


Question 35: True or False: An aerodrome labelled as unserviced is the same as an uncontrolled aerodrome


True
False

Chapter: 6


Question 36: What does TAF stand for


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

Chapter: 6


Question 37: How would the ALPHA taxiway be represented on an aerodrome?


Using the ground marking of the letter “A”
Using a sign that says “taxiway A”
Using a panel displaying the letter “A”
Using a sign with an arrow

Chapter: 6


Question 38: When shall flight control locks on a small RPA be utilized?


Be engaged at all times to reduce the risk of accidents
Only be used in the cruise portion of the flight profile
Never be engaged in order to reduce the risk of accidents
Only be used if the fight control lock is incapable of becoming engaged when the RPA is being operated.

Chapter: 6


Question 39: Prior to arriving at the take-off location, select the best option for documents that an individual must carry


Owner’s manual, driver's license, birth certificate
RPAS-basic certificate, aircraft checklist, maps
Maps, invoices, meteorological report
Receipt for airframe, warranty document and pilot’s license

Chapter: 6


Question 40: 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 41: If UTC time is Mountain Standard Time plus 7 hours, then 12:00 UTC equals


5:00 Mountain Standard Time
17:00 Mountain Standard Time
19:00 Mountain Standard Time
7:00 Mountain Standard Time

Chapter: 6


Question 42: What does AWOS stand for


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

Chapter: 7


Question 43: How can you reduce induced drag?


Smoothen connection points between parts of the aircraft
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Not possible

Chapter: 7


Question 44: True or False: Air is a fluid


True
False

Chapter: 7


Question 45: Which example does not demonstrate Newton’s third law on aircraft?


A propeller pushes air backward causing thrust
A rudder pushes air side-to-side causing turning
A wing pushes air downward causing lift
A pilot observes the air speed causing a bird to get hit

Chapter: 7


Question 46: Determine the true statement regarding wake turbulence


It is not subject to the wake turbulence of aircraft moving above it
The proximity of the ground makes wake turbulence potentially disastrous for an RPA
A multirotor RPA is less likely to be subjected to wake turbulence than a fixed-wing RPA
The RPA is protected by the ground effect, which eliminates the possible wake turbulence of other aircraft

Chapter: 8


Question 47: The pilot must maintain permanent listening on the … specified for the mandatory frequency area. This should also apply to an area …


LF; ATF
VHF; ATC
ATS; FSS
UHF; FSS

Chapter: 8


Question 48: 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 49: 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 50: What does the term "VHF" stand for in radio communication?


Very High Frequency
Very High-Altitude Flight
Variable Horizontal Flight
Visual Height Finder