T-6B Primary Flight Training – Contact Stage 1 Practice Test

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• What does the term "joker fuel" refer to?
• What is the primary goal of recovering from a spin?
• How should you handle a situation where your attitude is incorrect during level flight?
• A __________ occurs when the aircraft slides sideways towards the center of the turn.
• What is the primary purpose of maintaining altitude and airspeed during turns?
• Which action should be performed to ensure safety regarding ejection seats before flight?
• What role does stress play in the IMSAFE checklist?
• What is the speed flown in the no flap configuration during the level speed change?
• What phase follows post-stall gyrations in a spin if pro-spin controls are maintained?
• What reaction occurs when the nose is yawed left in relation to gyroscopic effects from a clockwise turning propeller?
• How much altitude can typically be lost during the steady-state phase of a spin?
• What flight condition is specifically targeted to improve with slow flight maneuvers?
• Before beginning any clearing turns, what should a pilot ensure?
• ____________________ must be compensated for in order for the aircraft to maintain desired ground track.
• What four elements are critical for control in attitude flying?
• What is crucial for safe taxiing before leaving the line area?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the THREE C's?
• What is the lead heading when conducting a constant 30° angle of bank turn?
• What common error might occur during the engine starting sequence?
• Is the use of checklists considered optional in aviation?
• At what point is it advised to lower the pitch attitude during a recovery from a power-off stall?
• When an aircraft is at a stalled AOA, what condition can potentially lead to a spin?
• What is the purpose of the slow flight maneuver?
• What does the "F" in the IMSAFE checklist represent?
• How does the concept of performance relate to power and attitude in aviation?
• In a climb-to-cruise transition, when should you lower the nose toward level flight?
• What percentage of power is typically required during a normal climb?
• What is an important phase in recovering from an approach turn stall?
• Which of the following IS NOT procedurally correct during a takeoff?
• True or False: The Level Speed Change can commence on any assigned heading.
• To avoid rolling out beyond a desired heading, what is a good rule of thumb?
• What should be reported over ICS during a level speed change when appropriate?
• The Turn Pattern (TP) starts with the aircraft established on which parameters?
• Which step is typically addressed first during the aircraft trimming process?
• Which item is not related to the definition of joker fuel?
• What should you do if you lose track of potential traffic during climbs or descents?
• What is the significance of a "positive three-way exchange" when changing control of the aircraft?
• What should you do if wind speeds are inconsistent during takeoff?
• An acceleration will require which adjustments for rudder and elevator trim?
• What effect does a left crosswind have on yawing tendency during takeoff?
• Which of the following factors contributes to the aircraft's yawing tendency?
• What is the general sequence for trimming the aircraft?
• What is necessary to complete a proper transfer of aircraft controls?
• What does a flashing green light from the control tower indicate when taxiing with radio failure?
• Which aspect does NOT fall under the eating component in the IMSAFE checklist?
• True or False: The operations check should be done at least every hour during flight.
• A slip occurs when the aircraft slides sideways _______ the center of turn and the side slip indicator is displaced __________________ the direction of the turn.
• What is the primary consequence of a skid during flight?
• When strapping into the ejection seat, where should you start and where should you finish?
• Which of the following is considered a gyroscopic effect caused by a clockwise turning propeller?
• What is the correct sequence of actions during a takeoff?
• During constant angle of bank turns, which indicators are used to check aircraft attitude?
• What is the proper aircraft configuration for normal climb?
• What is the formula that helps develop solid basic flying skills?
• What should pilots rely on during critical flight phases if not all checklists are performed from memory?
• What happens to the airspeed during a spin?
• Which of the following statements is/are procedurally correct regarding the landing pattern (approach turn) stall maneuver?
• Is the statement "The simple formula (power + attitude = performance) is utilized in helping you develop solid basic flying skills" true or false?
• What procedures should be initiated to recover from a spin in the incipient phase?
• What altitude gain can typically be achieved from a power-on-stall maneuver commenced at 150 KIAS?
• Prior to beginning the strapping process in the cockpit, what must be ensured regarding the harness?
• What should you lead with upon activation of the stick shakers when entering a spin?
• The difference between the actual heading of the aircraft and its track over the ground is called angle of drift and need not be compensated for in order for the aircraft to maintain a desired track over the ground.
• What is the primary concern when adjusting to an unexpected altitude gain?
• A skid occurs when the aircraft slides sideways __________ the center of the turn and the side slip indicator is displaced _________ the direction of the turn.
• What best describes the incipient phase of a spin?
• In the event of a left crosswind during takeoff, what should the pilot expect?
• What is the proper sequence to conduct a level speed change (LSC)?
• What is the typical KIAS for Slow Cruise configuration?
• How can a pilot compensate for the left yawing tendency as the aircraft leaves the runway?
• A slip is an out-of-balance flight condition used to increase sink rate and lose excess altitude while maintaining what two conditions?
• What is the main purpose of crabbing the aircraft into the wind?
• Is the statement "The rudder trim is usually applied first because a correction for yaw precipitates a change in the trim setting for pitch and roll" true or false?
• Which situation would lead to a left yaw induced by a gyroscopic effect from a clockwise turning propeller?
• A slip is an out-of-balance flight condition used to increase sink rate and lose excess airspeed while maintaining a constant altitude and a specific track over the ground. This statement is:
• During a power-on-stall, how should the aircraft's pitch and bank angle be handled?
• At what altitude must recovery from a stall maneuver be accomplished?
• A bank angle above what degree introduces a risk of skidding due to excess load?
• A combination between pitch, bank, yaw, and power controls is the basis for __________ flying.
• What is the maximum angle of bank used in a clearing turn during the landing configuration?
• What is an essential skill developed through the power-on-stall maneuver?
• Which two primary factors must be present for an aircraft to spin?
• What is the proper aircraft configuration for Normal Cruise?
• What mainly influences the stability of the aircraft during turns?
• Is it true that the THREE C's can be completed in any order during maneuver series?
• What is the torque setting during the slow flight maneuver with landing flaps?
• Is it true that joker fuel is briefed in every mission?
• For safety considerations, how often should an operations check be completed in flight?
• How many degrees of heading change are used when executing 60° angle of bank turns?
• When performing turning maneuvers, what must pilots monitor closely?
• Why should extra care be taken around switches or components during the ejection seat strapping process?
• A general rule of thumb is to taxi _________ when in the line area and ____________ when outside the line area.
• If a 30 degree angle of bank turn is being used, when should the lead rollout heading be started?
• What indicates that the canopy is properly closed and latched?
• Which statement is true when recovering from a spin and positioning controls to neutral?
• What must be verbally confirmed with an instructor before entering the aircraft?
• Which of the following is NOT a basic transition used to initiate and/or level off from a climb or descent?
• In a climb transition, what is the recommended initial nose attitude?
• A skid will usually result when which conditions are met?
• What phase must the controls be transferred before to maintain safety?
• Which factor does NOT affect the angle of drift during flight?
• How does vertical drag effects from a propeller slipstream influence aircraft yawing?
• What is the maximum airspeed at which full rudder deflection should be used during a slip?
• What is the proper configuration for an aircraft conducting a straight ahead power-on-stall?
• What is the basic correction needed for straight and level flight if off altitude?
• When is rudder trim usually applied last?
• Which of the following statements is false regarding bingo fuel?
• What does a stall angle of attack (AOA) indicate?
• What do you need to maintain while performing a proper rolling maneuver?
• What should the pilot maintain during a landing pattern stall maneuver?
• True or False: A spin progresses through three phases as long as pro-spin controls are applied.
• For corrections and to execute many maneuvers, you will follow what specific sequence of events?
• Which of the following accurately describes the recovery procedure during a power-on-stall?
• A power reduction will usually necessitate what type of trim adjustments?
• Which type of airspeed condition does an aircraft experience during a spin?
• What is necessary when compensating for drift in flight?
• Which aspect is crucial for energy management when planning a Contact sortie profile?
• Which of the following statements about the impact of yaw corrections is true?
• What is the angle of bank used to conduct two turns of a 180° heading change?
• Which condition typically requires left rudder trim?
• During climbs and descents, which indicator serves as the nose attitude crosscheck instrument?
• Which of the following statements is NOT procedurally correct when initiating a slip?
• What is the proper recovery procedure during the power-off stall (ELP stall) maneuver?
• When do you initiate the recovery during the landing pattern (approach turn) stall maneuver?
• What is the primary objective of the slow flight maneuver?
• What sequence is suggested for correcting altitude during flight?
• What is the first action when preparing to strap into the ejection seat?
• In the context of flying, what is one purpose of managing pitch and yaw?
• Which of the following is NOT correctly performed during a level speed change (LSC)?
• When flying a desired ground track, crabbing the aircraft into the wind is a means to compensate for what?
• Which control input is crucial to preventing a spin during a turn?
• Which statement regarding the initiation of a level speed change (LSC) is accurate?
• Which factor does NOT contribute to the aircraft's yawing tendency?
• What is the motto that emphasizes the importance of ejection seat safety?
• A scan pattern may be started anywhere, but it must be ___________ and ___________.
• In attitude flying, airplane control involves which four components?
• What characterizes the steady-state phase of a spin?
• What should be avoided to prevent interference with the electronic seat adjustment during the strapping process?
• What is the aircraft configuration required for an intentional spin entry?
• What principle is utilized to make all transitions in flight training?
• What flight control inputs are required to initiate a slip?
• When taxiing, keep your right hand on the control stick to facilitate ready access to which button?
• Which of the following actions indicates a successful climb or descent initiation?
• During takeoff, how do you ensure directional control?
• What is indicated by the term "mandatory" concerning the use of checklists?
• How can you optimize energy management when planning maneuvers during a Contact sortie?
• The mechanics of basic transitions will be performed in a specific sequence. Place the following list in the correct order: 1. Attitude, 2. Trim, 3. Power.
• What is a common error related to the after landing checklist?
• During a slip, what should the pilot be cautious of?
• The rollout required to lead the desired heading depends on what factors?
• What does the "S" in the IMSAFE checklist stand for?
• In what situation would you experience an uncommanded nose drop during flight?
• What does a flashing white light on the ground mean for an aircraft with radio failure?
• Which of the following actions is important prior to leveling off from a descent?
• What should be done with the power control lever (PCL) if recovering from an incipient spin?
• Which of the following IS NOT procedurally correct when conducting the power-off-stall (ELP stall) maneuver starting ABOVE 150KIAS?
• What should be recalled when executing the Turn Pattern (TP)?
• During which flight phases should checklists typically be performed from memory?
• The level speed change (LSC) can be commenced on any assigned heading at what speed?
• Transferring control of the aircraft is accomplished by completing a 3-way exchange of the controls with the emphasis on the word "____________."
• When is the first operations check ideally accomplished?
• Energy level is defined by which two components?
• What does progressive spin refer to?
• Using the cruise-to-climb transition, what is the nose attitude for a normal climb greater than 1000 feet?
• What happens to elevator trim when power is added?
• How many KIAS is maintained during normal cruise before initiating a level speed change?
• Which action is NOT recommended during spin entry?
• What is the definition of "bingo fuel" in aviation?
• Is the formula "power + attitude = perfection" accurate for developing solid flying skills?
• What are the three phases that a spin will progress through as long as pro-spin controls are applied?
• Which sensory sensitivity helps indicate a decrease in speed or settling of the airplane?
• Before entering or exiting the airplane, what safety measure must be taken regarding the ejection seat?
• During taxi, the ailerons should be deflected _____________.
• In flight operations, what does the term “transition points” refer to in relation to fuel planning?
• What should be done in a climb-to-cruise transition prior to reaching cruise airspeed?
• During pre-flight checks, what is assessed to ensure safety before engine start?
• When initiating a climb or descent, what is a key transitional action required?
• When not in radar contact, what should be used to clear traffic during climbs and descents greater than 1000ft?
• Which statement is correct regarding energy management during flight?
• Which action is correct when conducting a descent-to-cruise transition?
• What indicates the loss of control effectiveness during a power-on-stall?
• How should a change in control of the aircraft be initiated?
• If you find yourself 100 feet high but with correct airspeed, what is the necessary correction?
• True or False: The slow flight maneuver helps to improve skills in handling the aircraft when it is near a stalled condition.
• Which altitude is maintained while performing The Turn Pattern (TP)?
• Which of the following indicates a proper level off from a climb to cruise?
• What is the correct term for the fuel level at which recovery should be initiated to reach the intended destination safely?
• Which type of checklist is performed before landing?
• During takeoff, what will an abrupt application of power cause the aircraft to do?
• What psychological state is evaluated by the "A" in the IMSAFE checklist?
• What does the "E" in the IMSAFE checklist refer to?
• What is implied about aircraft controls during a progressive spin?
• What term refers to the systematic combination of contact flying and flight instruments?
• What is the minimum entry altitude for conducting an intentional spin?
• Is it true that you should not start the after landing checklist until the aircraft is clear of the duty runway?
• What type of scan pattern involves flying contact flying and instruments through a systematic pattern?
• Post-stall gyrations, incipient spin, and ___________ are three phases a spin will progress through as long as pro-spin controls are applied.
• What should your hands be doing while watching the lineman during chock movements?
• At what approximate airspeed and power setting should the slow flight maneuver be performed?
• What is the proper aircraft configuration for Slow Cruise?
• What is the proper aircraft configuration when conducting a turning power-on-stall?
• Prior to executing a stall maneuver, what is a critical requirement?
• What is the required format for performing checklists in aviation?
• In the case of being off airspeed or altitude, what must you first do?
• What is a term used when the aircraft slides away from the center of the turn?
• What are the mechanics for basic flight transitions?
• How should control inputs be coordinated during a power-on-stall recovery?
• What should you do if you notice a heading error while maintaining straight flight?
• What is the aircraft configuration set up when conducting a landing pattern (landing attitude) stall?
• What is your rotate speed with active runway wind speeds at 10 knots gusting to 36?
• What does a flashing red light in the air indicate for an aircraft with radio failure?
• What happens at the completion of the slow flight maneuver in terms of flaps?
• How should a pilot react if the aircraft is not maintaining the desired track?
• What flap configuration should be used when performing the slow flight maneuver?
• What senses are involved in recognizing a complete stall or approaching stall?
• A slip will result when which of the following occurs?
• Which of the following is correct for intentional spin entry?
• Which action must be avoided to prevent a spin?
• How many types of fuel levels are typically briefed in aviation missions?
• Which of the following best describes a slip condition?
• What is the recommended nose attitude for Slow Cruise?
• Which of the following is NOT a component to evaluate when considering the IMSAFE checklist for readiness?
• Which control input is inappropriate when compensating for left yawing tendency?
• During spin recovery, how should the controls be positioned generally?
• A power addition will typically require which type of rudder and elevator trim?
• Constant angle of bank turns should be conducted while maintaining what?
• Which of the following is/are procedurally correct when conducting the power-off stall (ELP stall) maneuver starting AT OR BELOW 150KIAS?
• In a level speed change, what is flown after the no flap configuration?
• What is the significance of confirming the closure of the canopy?
• If the active runway wind speeds are reported at 15 knots gusting to 25, what is your rotate speed?
• What is the correct sequence for a level speed change (LSC)?
• What are the THREE C's that must be accomplished before performing stall maneuvers?
• What is your rotate speed if the runway wind speeds are 12 knots gusting to 24?