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127 sample questions and answers for the RPL/PPL examination administered by CASA. The questions cover topics such as maintaining VMC, joining the circuit at non-towered aerodromes, consumption of alcoholic liquor by pilots, and inspection and testing of the aircraft's fuel system. The correct answers are provided for each question. useful for students preparing for the RPL/PPL examination or for pilots seeking to refresh their knowledge.
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2023 Update RPL PPL Study Guide Vol 2 – CASA Sample RPL Examinations Questions & Answers AIP ENR 1.2 para 2. VFRG 3. To maintain VMC when flying OCTA at 4,500ft AMSL the minimum horizontal separation from cloud is - [a] clear of cloud [b] 1500m [c] 5km [d] 8km - correct answers ✅[b] 1,500m CAR 161 [2] & 162 [1] VFRG 1. While cruising at A065 OCTA you notice that another aircraft is converging on you from the left at the same level. What actions should you take? [a] you should give way to the other aircraft
[b] you should descend to pass under the other aircraft [c] you should maintain your present height and heading but be prepared to take action to avert a collision if necessary [d] you should climb to pass over the other aircraft - correct answers ✅[c] you should maintain your present height and heading but be prepared to take action to avert a collision if necessary CAAP 166-1(0) page 14 para 4. VFRG 3. At a non-towered aerodrome, the latest position at which an aircraft can be expected to join the circuit is - [a] on the upwind leg [b] on the base leg [c] on the crosswind leg [d] on the downwind leg - correct answers ✅[d] on the downwind leg AIP ENR 1.1 para 10.3. VFRG 3.
[b] during flight below 1,500 feet AGL [c] if the person smoking occupies a control seat [d] during take-off or landing - correct answers ✅[d] during take-off or landing AIP ENR 1.1 para 4. VFRG 3. A VFR flight within Australia is normally restricted to operations: [a] below FL [b] below 10,000 feet AMSL [c] outside controlled airspace [d] in other than Class A controlled airspace - correct answers ✅[d] in other than Class A controlled airspace AIP ENR page 1.7-4 [Figure 1] VFRG 3. At what stage of a flight should you change from area QNH to local QNH (if available) when descending from A075?
[a] at the commencement of descent [b] at the top of climb [c] when entering controlled airspace [d] in the circuit prior to landing - correct answers ✅[a] at the commencement of descent AIP ENR 1.2 para 2. VFRG 3. You plan to fly OCTA on a VFR flight at a cruising level of 2,500 feet. To maintain VMC at your selected altitude the minimum vertical separation from cloud is - [a] clear of cloud [b] 500ft [c] 1,000ft [d] 1,500m - correct answers ✅[a] clear of cloud CAR 256 [3]
[b] he/she may land providing he/she is satisfied that no collision risk exists [c] the aerodrome is unsafe - proceed to another aerodrome [d] he/she should land immediately and report to the tower - correct answers ✅[a] he/she must give way to other aircraft and continue circling CAR 157 [4] [a] VFRG 3. When may a pilot elect to fly at a height lower than 500 ft above the highest obstacle or terrain? [a] when the aircraft is operating in class G airspace and not over populous areas [b] when a clearance has been given by ATC [c] in class G airspace outside the CTAF area [d] through stress of weather - correct answers ✅[d] through stress of weather CAO 20.9.4.2. VFRG 1.
An aircraft with a maximum seating capacity of 6 is to be refuelled. Under which (of the following) conditions are ambulatory passengers permitted to remain on board? [a] under no circumstances [b] providing the fuel being loaded is not AVGAS [c] providing the fuel being loaded is AVTUR with an anti-static additive [d] providing the aircraft and the refuelling equipment are connected to a common earthing point - correct answers ✅[a] under no circumstances CAO 20.11.14.1. VFRG 2. One item which must be included in a passenger briefing prior to take-off is: [a] the operation of fire extinguishers [b] the use and adjustment of seat belts [c] the rules regarding the consumption of alcohol [d] the location of ELTs and emergency rations - correct answers ✅[b] the use and adjustment of seat belts
[a] take-off [b] start up [c] the first flight of each day [d] taxiing - correct answers ✅[a] take-off CAO 20.2.5.1 [a] VFRG 2. When is the pilot in command required to inspect and test the aircraft's fuel system for the presence of water? [a] before start-up on each flight [b] only after each refuelling [c] only before the first flight of each day [d] before the first flight of each day and after each refuelling - correct answers ✅[d] before the first flight of each day and after each refuelling CAO 20.16.3.11.
Which rule applies to occupancy of a control (co-pilot's) seat by a passenger of a dual controlled aircraft? [a] adequate instruction concerning interference with the controls must be given to the passenger and a satisfactory means of communication must be available between the pilot and that passenger [b] a passenger can occupy a control seat only if that passenger holds or has held a pilot's licence [c] a passenger can occupy a control seat only if the controls have been removed or rendered inoperative [d] a passenger can occupy a control seat only if that passenger can speak English - correct answers ✅[a] adequate instruction concerning interference with the controls must be given to the passenger and a satisfactory means of communication must be available between the pilot and that passenger CAO 20.16.3.13. You are planning a flight in a 4 seater dual control aeroplane with the following passengers: 2 adults and 2 children aged 5 and 8 weighing 20 kg and 40 kg respectively.
[d] a single white cross - correct answers ✅[d] a single white cross AIP ENR 1.5 para 12.3 VFRG 1. A horizontal white dumbbell adjacent to the primary windsock means: [a] the aerodrome is unsafe, use another aerodrome [b] confine all operations [landing and taxiing] to sealed surfaces [c] gliding operations are in progress [d] the wind sock is unreliable, use other indications of surface wind velocity
[a] squawk code 7600, select the ADF to phones or speaker as applicable, turn up the volume and listen for instructions [b] squawk code 7600 turn and track direct to the NDB then join the circuit and land [c] squawk code 7600 select the ADF to 'transmit' and advise ATC of the failure [d] continue calling ATC and prefix each attempt with the phrase 'PAN PAN PAN' - correct answers ✅[a] squawk code 7600, select the ADF to phones or speaker as applicable, turn up the volume and listen for instructions
[b] the flight manual [c] the certificate of airworthiness [d] the aircraft engine log book - correct answers ✅[b] the flight manual AIP ENR 1.4 para 5.2. VFRG 3. A prohibited area is defined as airspace in which flight by civil aircraft is: [a] permitted only if a clearance has been obtained from the relevant authority [b] permitted on the understanding that the pilot will keep a careful look out for other traffic [c] not permitted under any circumstances [d] not permitted unless a broadcast is made before entering the area - correct answers ✅[c] not permitted under any circumstances CAR 258 & CAO 20.11.5.1.1 & 20.11.5.2.
The over water segment of a flight in a single-engine aircraft is just beyond gliding distance from land. Which of the following items must be carried on board the aircraft? [a] a life raft large enough to accommodate all of the passengers [b] an ELB [c] VHF and HF radio [d] a life jacket for each of the occupants - correct answers ✅[d] a life jacket for each of the occupants CAO 20.16.2.3.1 to 3.4 & 6. In an aircraft with MTOW less than 5,700kg, which limitation applies to the carriage of cargo? [a] cargo must always be secured [b] cargo must never be placed in an aisle [c] cargo must never block an emergency exit [d] cargo must never be placed on a control seat - correct answers ✅[a] cargo must always be secured
[a] the dog must be placed in a container secured to one of the seats [b] the dog must be placed in a container and carried in the cargo compartment [c] the dog may travel in the cabin providing your friend holds it during take- off and landing [d] the dog may be carried in the compartment providing it is on a moisture absorbent mat - correct answers ✅[b] the dog must be placed in a container and carried in the cargo compartment AIP ENR 1.4 para 6.1.1 [d] VFRG 3. One requirement when flying in a lane of entry is that aircraft shall: [a] keep to the centre of the lane [b] keep to the right hand side of the lane [c] keep to the left hand side of the lane [d] fly as close as possible to the upper limit of the lane - correct answers ✅[b] keep to the right hand side of the lane
AIP ENR 1.4 para 5.3. VFRG 3. Which statement regarding operations in a Danger Area OCTA is correct? [a] a clearance must be obtained from the relevant authority before entering the area [b] no clearance is required but activities dangerous to the flight of aircraft may exist at specified times [c] flight is not permitted under any circumstances [d] flight is not permitted unless a broadcast is made before entering the area - correct answers ✅[b] no clearance is required but activities dangerous to the flight of aircraft may exist at specified times AIP ENR 1.1 para 11.14. VFRG 5. You are asked to fly a critically ill person to a major city hospital for urgent medical treatment. The patient's doctor confirms that the flight is vital to save loss of life. You may declare the flight as a mercy flight only if: