RePL - Practice Exam 3 - Australian Unmanned Systems Academy

Within Australian Airspace, what is meant by the term ‘CONTROL AREA’?

A Control Area (CTA) is controlled airspace that extends upwards from a specified limit above the earth. Details may be found in ERCs, VNCs and VTCs
An area extending upwards form the surface of the earth to a specified upper limit
An area surrounding a specific point of interest where special permission is required prior to flight
An area where manual control of the aircraft (hand held controller) must be maintained at all times

How is CLASS G airspace is generally depicted on an Australian ERC LOW aeronautical chart?

The area is enclosed by a thick green line
The area is unshaded
The area is shaded green
The area is shaded yellow

Is it necessary for a RPA operator to have an active Airband radio to fly the aircraft?

No, radio forms one means, and not the only means, of mitigating conflicts in airspace
Yes, but only if operating within a controlled airspace
Yes, but only if the pilot wishes to fly in close proximity to an Helicopter Landing Area
Yes, a pilot must have an active Airband radio at all times

What are the key differences between a Control Zone (CTR), and a Control Area (CTA)?

A Control Zone is a controlled airspace extending upwards from the surface of the earth to the specified upper limit, whereas a control area is located immediately above a control zone and is of a fixed height
A Control Zone is a controlled airspace extending upwards from the surface of the earth to the specified upper limit, a Control Area is a controlled airspace extending upwards from a specified limit above the earth
A Control Zone surrounds an airport, and a Control Area applies to rural areas only
A Control Zone is for manned commercial use and a control area is available for both manned and unmanned private use

Is it possible for an unmanned aircraft to legally operate in a danger area?

No, an licence endorsement is required for a pilot to operate in a danger area
Yes, it is possible for an unmanned aircraft to legally operate in a danger area without permission or any conditions being imposed
It is possible for an unmanned aircraft to legally operate in a danger area, subject to conditions
No, it is not possible for an unmanned aircraft to legally operate in a danger area

What is the significance to the pilot of an unmanned aircraft if the airspace immediately above him has been classified as Class G?

The airspace is open for flight up to, but not including, 10 000 feet AMSL to all holders of a valid Pilot Certificate flying any RA-Aus./HGFA/ASRA registered aircraft
Night operations are strictly prohibited in class G airspace
There are no restrictions on operating altitude for unmanned aircraft in this airspace
Unmanned aircraft may not operate in this class of airspace

Where would you find if an airport has an Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS)?

AIC
VNC/VTC
NOTAM
ERSA

What is the intended purpose of an AIP SUP?

To advise pilots of changes to the regulations pertaining to the operation of RPAS
To advise pilots of changes to the airspace that are only of a temporary mature
An AIP SUP contains temporary changes to information contained in AIP which are published by means of special pages, and are particularly pertinent to airspace reclassifications arising from military exercises
To reinforce and make a permanent record of the information published in a NOTAM

Can a pilot operate an unmanned aircraft in or over a prohibited area, or in or over a restricted area?

Yes, providing the pilot issues a radio broadcast at the commencement of each flight, at every 10 minutes during the flight, and at the conclusion of the flight
A person may operate an unmanned aircraft in or over a prohibited area, or in or over a restricted area, only with the permission of, and in accordance with any conditions imposed by, the authority controlling the area
No, not at any time
Yes, but only with written permission form the Air Services Australia

What is a NOTAM?

A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) is a notice advising pilots of changes to regulations regarding aviation within Australian Territorial Waters
A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) is a notice that can be obtained electronically, and details air movements is a nominated location
A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) is a notice containing specific information on the operational hours of registered airfields and Helicopter Landing Areas
A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) is a notice filed with an aviation authority to alert aircraft pilots of potential hazards along a flight route or at a location that could affect the safety of the flight

Once raised, how long does a NOTAM remain valid?

6 Months
Until Revoked by notice in writing
3 Months
12 Months

Can the holder of a current ReOC issue a permanent NOTAM?

Yes, the holder of a current ReOC can issue a permanent NOTAM but only where the immediate safety of air traffic is concerned
No, a permanent NOTAM will be issued when the content is to be incorporated into the AIPand can only be issued by the relevant CASA representative
Yes, the holder of a current ReOC can issue a permanent NOTAM where the reason for the NOTAM is likely to have a direct impact on general air traffic
No, a permanent NOTAM can only be issued by an Airport Authority

On an aeronautical chart how is a power transmission line depicted?

A continuous heavy brown line
A continuous broken or dashed line
A continues heavy green line
A continuous zig-zag line

When referring to aeronautical charts, what is meant by the term ‘Magnetic Variation’?

The angular difference, in the horizontal plane, between true north and magnetic north at a particular place
Magnetic variation refers to the strength of the magnetic field may vairy over the course of a calendar year for a specific location
Magnetic variation refers to the magnitude of the movement of the magnetic compass under the influence of interference or noise
Magnetic variation refers to the magnitude of the error encountered when following a magnetic compass heading

“Is it permissible for the pilot of an unmanned aircraft to use a application on a tablet computer as an electronic version of their “”flight bag””?”

No, the pilot must carry hard (paper) copies of the maps required for that particular flight
Yes, Electronic flight bags are permitted for use by CASA
Yes, assuming the pilot has gained permission from CASA before any electronic flight bag applications are used for commercial purposes
Yes, provided the data is up to date, for the correct sector, and is sourced using a CASA-approved application

What is the primary purpose of the autopilot on an multirotor RPA?

To perform obstacle avoidance and control flight safety
To receive telemetry from the GCS and monitor the flight plan
To interpret the pilots inputs and output the appropriate motor commands
To ensure the aircraft is always capable of being controlled by the pilot

“What should the pilot of an RPA do in the case of “”uncommanded flight””?”

Allow the aircraft to continue as it currently is
Attempt to take control and rectify the situation
“Perform an evasive “”duck-and-cover”” in the event that the aircraft is crashing”
Attempt to switch to an automatic mode to allow the autopilot to rectify the situation

In the case of an automatic flight operation, what will a typical autopilot do when faced with a collision with a tree?

Stop and warn the operator
“Stop and initiate an “”RTL”” manoeuvre”
Dynamically avoid the trees
Hit the trees

What immediate action should the pilot of an unmanned aircraft take if the aircraft stops responding to manual input and mode changes, but is still responding via a telemetry connection to the GCS?

A failsafe should be engaged by the GCS to end the flight as soon and as safely as possible
Do nothing and wait for the aircraft to run out of battery
Wait until the aircraft responds to one of the previous commands
“The aircraft should be commanded to enter an “”RTL”” mode until it responds”

“What is the common cause for the “”aircraft track”” being different from “”aircraft heading””?”

There is a wind that is affecting the aircraft’s course
There is less lift being generated by the aircraft
The GPS location of the aircraft’s track is inaccurate
The aircraft’s compass is malfunctioning

What is the difference between Local Time and UTC Time?

Local time and UTC time are the same during daylight saving
Local time is always 10 hours ahead of UTC time in order to compensate for the rotation of the sun
Local time takes into account daylight saving time, UTC time does not
“UTC is based on the location at “”longitude 0″” (Greenwich, London), where as Local Time is the time at the place of interest and may be modified by factors such as daylight saving”

Approximately, how quickly does air pressure decrease near sea level?

1 hap every mile
1 hap every 30ft
1 hap every 50ft
1 hap every 400ft

Why might the pilot of an unmanned aircraft reference the aircraft height as ‘AGL’ during the planning and execution of a survey mission?

To ensure the aircraft does not fly into another airspace
To ensure that a consistent ground coverage is captured
To make it easier on the pilot when checking the aircraft height
To ensure the aircraft stays at the correct altitude

What flight parameter could be measured by taking an atmospheric pressure reading?

Current altitude
Remaining fuel capacity
Current airspeed
Distance travelled during the flight

Which of the following is not a type of potential energy?

Motion energy
Nuclear energy
Gravitational energy
Chemical energy

What performance disadvantage do aircraft with a large inertia have?

It will be heavier and require more lift
It will have less available payload capacity
It will require more energy to change it’s course
It will not be able to turn as quickly

In straight and level flight which option best describes the relationship between Lift and Weight?

Lift is equal to Weight
Total lift must be greater than weight
Lift and weight do not influence straight and level flight
Lift does not need to be equal to Weight

What change in flight characteristics might be expected if the battery in a fixed-wing RPA is placed past the forward limit of the CoG?

Tendency to stall is increased
To make it less responsive to elevator inputs
To make it less resistant to changes in flightpath
Longitudinal stability is decreased

How would pitch controllability of an aeroplane aircraft be affected if the battery became loose and slides toward the tail of the aircraft (causing the CoG to move towards the aft limit)?

To make it too stable
No effect
To make it more difficult to control, possibly leading to an unrecoverable stall and spin
To make it more resistant to changes in flightpath

What is the name of the angle between the chord of an aerofoil and the relative airflow?

Angle of incidence
Stalling angle
Angle of attack
Sweep Angle

What are the major forces acting on an aircraft in a glide when the thrust is set to zero?

The lift acts at right angles to the chord, the weight acts vertically downwards, and the drag acts at 90 degrees to lift
Lift opposed drag
As thrust is zero, drag is zero (Lift = Weight)
The lift still acts at right angles to the flight path, the weight acts vertically downwards, and the drag acts rearwards, parallel to the flight path

What characteristics do thick aerofoils have compared to thin aerofoils?

Thin aerofoils typically have a lesser stalling AOA, thinker aerofoils encounter flow separation at much higher angles of attack, hence producing more lift and less drag at larger angles of attack
The difference between thick and thin aerofoils is negligible for the stalling angle of attack, thick aerofoils generate more lift and more drag
Thin aerofoils typically have a greater stalling AOA, thinker aerofoils encounter flow separation at much lower angles of attack, hence producing less lift and more drag at larger angles of attack
The difference is negligible for the stalling angle of attack, and both aerofoils will generate the same lift and drag for at the same angle of attack

What will result when an INCREASE in the velocity of the airflow above the aerofoil relative to that below the Aerofoil is experienced?

There will be a decrease in both lift and drag
There will be no change to either lift or drag
There will be an increase in both lift and drag
Parasitic drag will be

How will lift and drag vary if the angle of attack of an aerofoil is increased from 4° towards the stalling angle?

Lift will decrease and drag will increase
Lift and drag will both decrease
Lift will increase and drag will decrease
Lift and drag will both increase

How will the magnitude of the lift force vary if the angle of attack of an aerofoil is increased towards (but not past) the stalling angle?

Lift will decrease
Lift will increase then decrease
Lift will decrease then increase
Lift will increase

What is the most appropriate choice for a fixed-wing RPA to fly at its maximum endurance speed?

A finer pitch (smaller blade angle)
A coarser pitch (larger blade angle)
A slower motor
A faster motor

How does an increase in indicated airspeed affect the primary flight controls of an aircraft?

They all become more sensitive and more difficult to deflect
There is no change in sensitivity or degree of difficulty in deflection
The flight controls will become less effective in a properly coordinated turn
They all become less sensitive and easier to deflect

What will a fixed-wing RPA initially do if the right aileron is deflected down and the left aileron deflected up (and no other controls are moved)?

Roll to the right, then sideslip to the right, and finally, yaw to the right
Roll to the left, then sideslip to the left, and finally, yaw to the left
Roll to the left, then sideslip to the right, and finally, yaw to the left
Roll to the right, then sideslip to the left, and finally, yaw to the right

What will happen in straight and level flight if thrust is increased and the angle of attack is not changed?

The airspeed will increase and the aircraft will start to climb
The airspeed will decrease and the aircraft will start to climb
The airspeed will decrease and the aircraft will start to descend
The airspeed will increase and the aircraft will start to descend

The movement of the aircraft around the lateral axis is known as:

Induced Drag
Yaw
Pitch
Roll

“What is meant by the “”Command and Control (C2) link”” of a typical RPA system?”

The radio link between the Pilot in Command and the Co-Pilot
The radio link between the Pilot in Command and the Mission Commander
The control `link between the remotely piloted aircraft and the radio control transmitter
The telemetry link between the remotely piloted aircraft and the remote pilot station

What is the typical property that is contrasted when comparing high-wing and low-wing aircraft?

High-wing aircraft have a tendency to be able to fly at higher altitudes
High-wing aircraft have a tendency to be more dynamically stable
Low-wing aircraft have a tendency to be more efficient
Low-wing aircraft have a tendency to be more efficient

What is an advantage of an launching an aeroplane into a headwind?

A longer take-off is required
A lower airspeed is required
A lower amount of lift is required
A shorter take-off is required

Which aeroplane type is more susceptible to the adverse effects of a cross-wind take-off?

Mid-wing aircraft
All aircraft are equally affected
Low-wing aircraft
High-wing aircraft

Which of the following may enable an aeroplane to become airborne but unable to climb until the lAS is increased?

Ground effect
Use of flaps for the entire take-off roll
Increasing headwind above the runway surface
Density height greater than that used in calculating the take-off weight

How would performing a banking turn while climbing affect the climb rate?

The climb rate would increase
The climb rate would decrease
The climb rate would not change
The climb rate would be affected, but only if the turn was not coordinated

What effect would increasing airspeed have on an unmanned aircraft that has a centre of gravity behind of the centre of lift if no other control inputs are made?

A decrease in stability and manoeuvrability
An decrease in stall speed
A more precise centre of gravity
An increase in efficiency and endurance

Which variable would reduce the indicated stalling speed of an aeroplane in level flight?

An increase in altitude
A reduction in power
An increase in air density
A reduction in gross weight

“What is the difference between a “”spin”” and a “”spiral dive””?”

It is impossible to break out of a spiral dive but it is possible to break out of a spin
A spin is a stall condition, a spiral dive is not
A spiral dive is a stall condition, a spin is not
It is impossible to break out of a spin, but it is possible to break out of a spiral dive

What affect will increasing throttle have on aircraft that is descending at best glide angle of attack?

Increase the rate of descent and decrease gliding range
Decrease the rate of descent and decrease gliding range
Decrease the rate of descent and increase gliding range
Increase the rate of descent and increase gliding range

What affect will reducing throttle have on aircraft that is descending at best glide angle of attack?

Increase the rate of descent and decrease gliding range
Decrease the rate of descent and increase gliding range
Increase the rate of descent and increase gliding range
Decrease the rate of descent and decrease gliding range

How would an increase of headwind during a landing affect the landing procedure?

Additional risk would be introduced if a go-around is required
The rate of descent would be increased
The required landing distance is decreased
The flown approach path will be steeper

When referring to a fixed wing aircraft, why would a landing with flaps be preferred over a landing without flaps?

It allows a slower landing due to a reduced stall speed
It increases the rate of descent making the landing more controllable
It makes the process of performing a go-around easier
It reduces the stability of the aircraft for the final descent

Why is a GPS antenna typically mounted at the top of a multirotor aircraft?

Top-mounting reduces the vertical margin of error during landing
It does not need to be, however it is convenient when checking the indicator lights
It requires a clear line of sight to the orbiting satellites and minimal electromagnetic interference
It is the lightest weight component and will least affect the centre of gravity

“What is the “”flight controller”” responsible for?”

Ensuring the aircraft is not flying in a restricted flight zone
Controlling the flight-critical operations of the aircraft
Controlling the mission planning aspects of the aircraft
“Ensuring the aircraft does not put bystanders in danger by controlling a “”safe flight”””

What is the force that allows a multirotor aircraft to rotate yaw?

The reaction to thrust generated by the propellers
The reaction to the drag forces acting against the propellers
The reaction to the shifting of mass during rotation
The opposing forces of the left and right motors

What will happen to a multirotor aircraft in straight and level flight if thrust is increased?

The aircraft will gain altitude while stopping at it’s current position
The aircraft will lose altitude while continuing to move laterally
The aircraft will reverse it’s direction of travel
The aircraft will gain altitude while continuing to move laterally

“What is the differences between “”STABILISED”” and “”HEIGHT HOLD”” operation modes of a multirotor aircraft?”

Both modes are extremely similar, however height-hold will return to the home position on low battery
Stabilised keeps the aircraft in a stable and stead position, height hold keeps the aircraft at a specific height but can drift laterally
Stabilised offers direct attitude and thrust control, height hold ensures a 3D position is maintained
Both offer attitude control, but height hold will also keep the aircraft at a constant altitude

What effect will increasing power to a multirotor RPA cause during straight and level flight?

A decrease in airspeed and a decrease in drag
An increase in climb rate
A decrease in airspeed and an increase in drag
A decrease in climb rate

What would be the expected outcome for a multirotor aircraft that had a propeller installed upside-down, but was able to take-off and hover?

The aircraft’s endurance will be significantly reduced
The aircraft will have an increased climb performance
The aircraft’s endurance will be significantly increased
The aircraft will operate better when inverted

One engine of a quadrotor (4-motor) aircraft fails at 150 feet AGL on climb after take off your first action should be to?

Switch to manual/stabilised and land immediately
Switch to manual/stabilised mode and try to regain control
Use a ‘controlled crash’ if possible to protect persons and property
Switch to an automatic mode and allow the system to self-stabilise before taking further actions

What would be the expected outcome if a clockwise propeller was mounted on the anti-clockwise motor of a quadrotor (4-motor) aircraft?

The aircraft will operate as usual
The may take-off but will have a significant reduction in endurance
That propeller will produce negative lift and may flip the aircraft on take-off
The aircraft may take-off but will have a significant reduction in control authority

How would a decrease in total thrust affect climb performance for a multirotor aircraft?

Climb performance would increase
Climb performance would decrease
Climb performance would decrease but only during fast ascents
Climb performance would not be affected

How would an decrease in pressure affect the power required to maintain a constant climb rate for a multirotor aircraft?

More power would be required
Less power would be required
The same amount of power would be required
More power would be required, but only during wind gusts

What command inputs are required to perform a flat turn with a multirotor aircraft?

Only yaw
Only roll
Roll and forward motion
Yaw and forward motion

Which of the following techniques may the pilot of a multirotor RPA use to avoid the risk of entering a vortex ring state?

Avoid fast descents
Ensure the aircraft always has sufficient thrust to pull out of the descent
Ensure the thrust-to-weight ratio is high
Perform a descent-then-pause manoeuvre

Which of the following would not be suitable as an quick emergency descent?

Perform a spiralling or corkscrew descent
Perform a straight, vertical descent
Perform a descent with significant lateral movement
“Perform a constrained “”zig-zag”” descent with quick lateral motions”

In the event of manageable wind gusts during a multirotor landing, what is a suitable action to undertake?

Apply compensating control input to perform a controlled vertical landing
Switch into an autonomous landing flight mode
Cancel the landing procedure and return to a hover until the gusts stop
Allow the aircraft to drift with the wind, but ensure constant rate of descent

If it is required to make an emergency descent during an RPA operation, how can the effects of Vortex Ring State be minimised during descent?

Slow down the rate of descent
Cut power to the motors temporarily to allow fresh air to recirculate
Ensure horizontal airspeed is maintained
“Perform “”stop and hover”” manoeuvres regularly”

The three key factors necessary for the formation of a thunderstorm are:-

Hot wind and humidity
Hot weather, humidity, strong winds
Moisture, unstable air and lift
Thunderstorms are mostly unpredictable

“What is “”Precipitation Static”” that is caused by flying through rain, snow or ice?”

Precipitation static is the electrical discharge that develops between raindrops, and caused electrical interference with radio and GPS receivers
Precipitation static is an electrical charge on an airplane caused by flying through rain, snow, ice, or dust particles, and when the aircraft charge is great enough, it discharges into the surrounding air
Precipitation static is the effect of heavy rain causing the aircraft to slow down to the point where a stall is likely
Precipitation static is the condensation that forms inside the aircraft frame when the aircraft is exposed to hot humid weather

How could a pilot reduce the effects that would be caused by a increasing headwind gradient over an airfield?

The pilot must anticipate the wind gradient and use a lower approach speed to compensate for it
There is no need to change the airspeed of the aircraft as it is under power during landing, and will continue to have airspeed over the wing
The pilot must anticipate the wind gradient and increase approach speed and climb rate to compensate for it
The pilot should not attempt a landing in a wind gradient, and should seek and alternative landing point

“What does a designation of “”3S2P”” mean in regards to a LiPo battery?”

3S2P means a battery that is a 3 cell battery that can be recharged at twice the ‘C’ rating
3S2P is a manufacturers designation for a fixed wing aircraft LiPo battery
3S2P means a battery that has three lots of 2 cells in parallel, connected in series
3S2P means a battery with 2 parallel sets of 3 cells in series

What band do the 900MHz and 2.4GHz control and telemetry frequencies fall into?

900 MHz is VHF and 2.4GHz is UHF frequency
900 MHz and 2.4GHz are both in the VHF frequency band
900 MHz and 2.4GHz are both in the UHF frequency band
900 MHz is HF and 2.4GHz is UHF frequency

With respect to the propagation of radio signals what is meant by ‘attenuation’

Attenuation is the process of cancelling a received signal by applying squelch
Attenuation is the apparent increase in signal strength due to the gain of the antenna
Attenuation is the process by which all radio signals are progressively weakened as they radiate further and further away from the radio transmitter
Attenuation is the adjustment in volume setting applied by the operator

Which of the following may cause an adverse effect on HF radio operations?

Excessive concentrations of radiation from solar flares
Formation and dissipation of ionised layers in the atmosphere during the day / night cycle
An obstruction (such as a mountain) between the transmitting antenna and the receiving antenna
Thunderstorms

What is the responsibilities of the Second Pilot position of a two-man RPA operation?

Monitor the performance of the aircraft and make the appropriate entries in the aircraft flight log
Relieve the pilot in command should he need to leave his station at any time during the flight
Situational Awareness (other aircraft in the area, weather, wind strength and direction, persons entering the flight area, detecting observable abnormal flight), and Ground Station operations
Operate the Ground Control Station so that the Pilot in Command can fly the aircraft with the hand held control unit for take off and landing

“What are the key differences in responsibility between “”the pilot flying”” and “”the pilot monitoring””?”

There is not real difference, each is a qualified pilot filling what ever position requires attention at that particular time
The pilot flying is actually flying the aircraft, the pilot monitoring is not associated with the flight directly, but monitors logged hours and maintenance of the aircraft
The pilot flying is actually on the airfield flying the aircraft, and the pilot monitoring is in a remote location monitoring the flight and utilising flight data
The Pilot Flying has actual control of the aircraft (even though the aircraft may be in navigation mode), whereas the Pilot Monitoring is only observing the aircraft or the GCS screens in order to detect abnormal flight

In regards to safe operations, when can a pilot operate an unmanned aircraft?

As long as the operation does not creates a hazard to another aircraft, another person, or property
As long as the operation does not creates a obstruct another operation from continuing
As long as the operation does not impinge or intrude on someone else’s property
As long as the operation does not take photos of someone else’s land

How close can an unmanned aircraft operate to a person that isn’t associated with the flight?

30 Feet
10 Meters
30 Meters
10 Feet

“What is a “”Pre-Flight Check””?”

A serviceable inspection after a set number of hours/days
An in-depth service and parts replacement after a set number of hours/days
A visual check performed after a flight
A visual check performed prior to a flight

What conditions must be met for an RPA to be considered serviceable?

When the aircraft is suitable for modification to allow for additional services to be conducted
When it is fit to perform a service in a single mission
When it can be repaired during a standard service check
When it conforms to its approved design and is fit for its intended use

What would be the primary change to the flight characteristics of an aeroplane that had a large camera fitted to the outside of the fuselage?

A decrease in stability and manoeuvrability
An decrease in stall speed
A more precise centre of gravity
An increase in efficiency and endurance

“What is a “”serious incident””?”

A situation where a person was injured
An occurrence of an accident
An occurrence in which an accident nearly occurred, or is likely to reoccur
The act of reporting on an incident directly to CASA

When would a report be submitted to the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB)?

The ATSB is not responsible for this type of reporting
For all aviation accidents and serious incidents affecting the safety of aircraft
For all accidents, but never for any type of incident
For all accidents and incidents regarding the aviation industry

What should be the first priority of the pilot should the engine of an fixed-wing RPA fails at 400ft AGL during a survey mission near housing?

“Initiate an “”RTL”” protocol to attempt to recover the aircraft at the landing area”
Perform an emergency landing immediately
Perform a circling action and attempt an engine restart
Adjust the course of the aircraft to reach an area where a safe emergency landing could be conducted

“What is meant by an “”emergency descent”””

A vertical descent at the maximum rate allowed by the aircraft
A procedure to immediately return to the launch site and land as usual, but done as quickly as possible
“A spiralling or “”zig-zag”” descent pattern that prevents loss of control during quick descents”
“A “”flight termination”” or “”controlled crash”””

“When is it most appropriate to enter a “”automated holding pattern””?”

To allow the pilot to take their eyes of the aircraft and rest momentarily
To perform an engine restart
To regain non-critical communications
To attempt to regain control in the event of a control-loss

“What abnormal flight conditions might cause a “”Return-To-Home”” or “”Return-To-Launch”” action to be suitable as a fail-safe?”

When the aircraft has had a power loss and requires an immediate landing
When the aircraft is out of control and is not flying as expected
When the pilot does not feel it is necessary to monitor the aircraft during a return from mission
When the aircraft is unable to complete the mission, but is otherwise capable of typical flight

“What is the designation for “”non-controlled”” airspace within Australia?”

Class G
Class A
Class E
Class C

What is the purpose of Air Traffic Control?

To act as a backup for taking control of an aircraft in the event of a loss of control for the primary pilot
To provide predictive weather information services for the pilot and ground crew
To facility operators with an alternative method of operating their aircraft in a control zone
To provide airspace advisories, flight information services, and control services for aircraft

Who controls flights within a towered aerodrome in Australia?

Air Traffic Control (ATC)
Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)
Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB)
Airservices Australia

Is it permissible for an unmanned aircraft to be flown into Class E airspace?

Yes, if the RPA has a transponder and airspace approvals have been granted
Yes, if the unmanned aircraft system is equipped with VHF radio and the pilot monitors the correct frequency
“Yes, if the “”aircraft system”” includes a serviceable radio, the RPA has a transponder, the pilot is licenced and approved to use both, and airspace approvals have been granted”
No, unmanned aircraft cannot enter this airspace

Why is the pilot of an RPA limited to operations below 400ft AGL?

It is irrelevant as flying at 400ft AGL does not limit flights when using AMSL
To allow sufficient height to perform surveys without entering clouds
To ensure that an RPA has enough vertical clearance to avoid trees and buildings
To ensure 100ft separation between RPA and manned aviation (minimum of 500ft)

Select two items which need to be considered for Tethered Operations.

Colour of the power supply
NOTAM’s
Surveying
Setup of System
Overpowered ESC’s

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