Private Pilot FAA Written Exam
What is one purpose of wing flaps? CORRECT ANSWER: To enable the pilot to make steeper approaches to a landing without increasing the airspeed
One of the main functions of flaps during approach and landing is to... CORRECT ANSWER: Increase the angle of descent without increasing the airspeed
What is the purpose of the rudder on an airplane? CORRECT ANSWER: To control yaw
Which is not a primary flight control surface?
A. Flaps
B. Stabilator
C Ailerons CORRECT ANSWER: A. Flaps
The elevator controls movement around which axis? CORRECT ANSWER: Lateral
Which statement is true concerning primary flight controls?
A. The effectiveness of each control surface increases with speed because there is more airflow over them.
B. Only when all three primary flight controls move in sequence do the airflow and pressure distribution change over and around the airfoil.
C. Primary flight controls include ailerons, rudder, elevator, and trim systems. CORRECT ANSWER: A. The effectiveness of each control surface increases with speed because there is more airflow over them
Which of the following is true concerning flaps?
A. Flaps are attached to the leading edge of the wing and are used to increase wing lift.
B. Flaps allow an increase in the angle of descent without increasing airspeed.
C. Flaps are high drag devices deployed from the wings to reduce lift. CORRECT ANSWER: B. Flaps allow an increase in the angle of descent without increasing airspeed