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RPAS Advanced Exam

Chapter: 1


Question 1: Indicate the radius of how many nautical miles from the center of a controlled airport, can the control zones extend


1, 3, or 5 NM
10, 12 or 15 NM
4, 5, or 6 NM
5, 7, or 10 NM

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Question 2: What is the range the weight of an RPA must be within for a basic and advanced certified pilot to operate it legally?


1 kg - 25 kg
5 kg to 25 kg
250 g to 25 kg
500g to 25 kg

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Question 3: 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

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Question 4: 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

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Question 5: 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 6: True or False: Communication between observers and the pilot must be clear, reliable and constant


True
False

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Question 7: 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

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Question 8: Which of the following records is required to be kept by the owner of an RPAS, A. The time of each flight or series of flights B. The cumulative total air time C. Where applicable, the number of operating cycles or landings since the date of manufacture D. Particulars of any maintenance action, modification or repair


A, A, B, C
B, A, B, C, D
C, A, D
D, A, B

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Question 9: What minimum distance from an old runway, listed in the abandoned airports list of the Canadian flight supplement, may an RPA user may approach in flight?


3 Nautical Miles
They can fly over the old runway without restriction
3 statute miles
1 nautical mile

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Question 10: In order to remain current, the small RPA pilot certificate holder must have completed one of the following


Completed a basic small RPA maintenance course within the past 24 months
Not crashed the small RPA in the past 12 months
Have no outstanding infractions or violations
Completed a flight review within 24 months conducted by a holder of a small RPA pilot certificate endorsed for flight reviews

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: Which component is not part of an RPAS ground control system


An autopilot
A power source
A GPS beacon
A combination transmitter/receiver

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: 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 15: 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: 3


Question 16: 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 17: 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 18: As a Remote Pilot, you notice that the RPAS control interface has a software glitch, affecting its responsiveness. What is the most appropriate action to take?


Continue the flight and report the issue after landing
Restart the RPAS immediately and continue the flight
Modify the flight path to avoid populated areas
Suspend the flight and troubleshoot the issue before resuming

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Question 19: Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of stress in RPAS operations?


Stress is always detrimental and should be avoided at all costs
Moderate levels of stress can enhance performance and situational awareness
Stress has no impact on a Remote Pilot's decision-making abilities
Stress is only a concern during long-haul RPAS flights

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Question 20: What is the Anti-Authority Attitude


Does not listen to instructions and rules
Listens to instructions and rules
Thinks that they will never cause an accident
Does not like other people not listening to them

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Question 21: In human factors, the term "situational awareness" refers to a Remote Pilot's ability to:


Accurately interpret weather conditions
Communicate effectively with Air Traffic Control
Understand the RPAS flight path and its immediate environment
Maintain eye contact with the RPAS during flight

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Question 22: What is the recommended way to counter the effect of the blindspot in the eye


Fix the field of view, so as to detect small objects
Focus your attention on colour variations
Focus your attention on visual textures
Sweep the visual field from left to right and from right to left

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Question 23: 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: 4


Question 24: Which of the following is not a type of fog


Radiation fog
Upslope fog
Advection Fog
Thermal Fog

Chapter: 4


Question 25: What type of clouds indicate rain?


Altocumulus
Nimbostratus
Altostratus
Cirrus

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Question 26: 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

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Question 27: An abrupt change in wind direction and wind speed is known as …


Eddie Current
Wind shear
Katabatic lift
Venturi effect

Chapter: 4


Question 28: What is the term that best describes high pressure?


Anticyclone
Depression
Cyclone
Eddie Current

Chapter: 4


Question 29: Which of the formations is an indicator of stable air?


Cumulus clouds
Unlimited visibility
Stratiform clouds
Altocumulus castellanus

Chapter: 4


Question 30: What is a dew point?


The tip of dew
The temperature point of which dew forms
The maximum temperature of which dew stays
The point of which dew dissipates

Chapter: 5


Question 31: Pilots in command of a small remotely polluted aircraft wishing to enter class D airspace must


Establish two-way communication with ATC prior to entering the airspace
Avoid collision with volant animals
Get permission from airport security
Broadcast their intentions to local air traffic control

Chapter: 5


Question 32: 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 33: True or False: Longitude measures the horizontal, east to west axis


True
False

Chapter: 5


Question 34: To calculate the groundspeed of an RPAS, you need to know the:


True airspeed and wind direction.
Ground distance covered and true heading.
Altitude and true heading.
Ground distance covered and time taken.

Chapter: 5


Question 35: When the planetary K index is at 5, what risk do you face when operating a RPA


The roll and pitch movements of the RPA will be disrupted and much slower
The radio signal from the RPA may be broken, limiting communication
The signal from the control and command may malfunction
The GPS positioning of the aircraft may be wrong

Chapter: 6


Question 36: In which of the following environments will an individual operating an RPA have an increased risk of losing VLOS


Periods of darkness, such as the night
In mountainous areas
Within the boundaries of an aerodrome
In an urban area

Chapter: 6


Question 37: As you are driving to the take-off location, you hit a pothole and are forced to replace a tire, causing you to be late. The client expected the flight to begin twenty minutes ago and is now urging you to begin or else they are threatening to withhold payment.


Skip the preflight checklist and inspection and begin flying at the first instance possible to finish the
Offer to reschedule the flight for another date if the delayed time no longer works however, continue with the scheduled flight hastily to finish on time and proceed with the next client
Refuse service
Reschedule or resume the flight on a separate date as the time allocated for the client is not sufficient to complete the flight while upholding safety

Chapter: 6


Question 38: Can RPAS be flown over national parks in Canada?


Yes, but only with prior authorization from the park authorities.
No, RPAS flights are prohibited in all national parks.
Yes, RPAS can be flown over national parks without any restrictions.
Yes, but only for recreational purposes.

Chapter: 6


Question 39: 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 40: How can aviation stakeholders have a role to play in mitigating wildlife-related risks


Avoiding a flight when animals or birds have been present within 3 hours of operations
By reducing the speed of the aircraft
Familiarize yourself with bird/mammal impact report forms, and be sure to file a report in case of accidental contact with a wild animal
Avoiding the flight of aircraft at low altitude

Chapter: 6


Question 41: True or False: Emergency procedures are a critical step in flight planning


True
False

Chapter: 6


Question 42: 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: 7


Question 43: Identify the most accurate statement regarding lift and drag


The lift to drag ratio reaches its maximum point at an angle of attack of 0 degrees
The lift must be slightly lower than the drag to fly
The lift must be equal to the drag for maximum efficiency
The lift/drag ratio must be 0 for maximum efficiency and lift

Chapter: 7


Question 44: The air breaks into a series of eddies when in contact with the ground, a phenomenon called …


Wind shear
Convergence
Thermal turbulence
Mechanical Turbulence

Chapter: 7


Question 45: In a fixed-wing RPA, a left rolling motion is produced by


Deflecting the left aileron up and the right aileron down
Deflecting the left aileron down and the right aileron up
Deflecting the left aileron down and the rudder to the left
Deflecting the rudder to the left and increasing power

Chapter: 7


Question 46: Which of the following factors will NOT reduce the lift output?


Lower air density
Higher air temperature
Higher Humidity
Increased Velocity

Chapter: 8


Question 47: When referring to radio frequencies, what does "MHz" stand for?


Milliseconds
Megahertz
Microseconds
Millivolts

Chapter: 8


Question 48: In the following weather observation “METAR CYOW 241000Z 29018G27KT SCT 023 BKN030 M10/M14 A2985 RMK SC4SC3 SLP118=” determine the height of the cloud ceiling


2985 feet above sea level
2901 feet above sea level
3000 feet above ground level
2410 feet above ground level

Chapter: 8


Question 49: What are ground waves


Waves that travel along the surface of the Earth
Waves that travel under the surface of the Earth
Waves that travel both under and along the surface of the Earth
Waves that travel away from the ground

Chapter: 8


Question 50: Which electronic component is commonly used as an amplifier in radio frequency circuits?


Transistor
Capacitor
Inductor
Diode