Air Law questions – Flight Academy Ground Test

1. According to Article 5 of the Chicago Convention (1944), what rights do aircraft have when flying across a state's territory for non-scheduled international air services?

A) Aircraft can freely make flights over any territory without any restrictions.
B) Aircraft have the right to fly across a state’s territory and make stops without prior permission, although the state may require landing, especially for inaccessible regions or areas without air navigation facilities.
C) Aircraft must obtain special permission before entering any state’s airspace for non-scheduled flights.
D) Aircraft are restricted from flying over areas with inadequate air navigation facilities.

2. In the absence of ground signals, take-offs and landings should be conducted:

A) In the direction that provides the shortest taxi distance
B) In the direction that keeps the sun behind the pilot
C) Into wind
D) In the same direction as the last aircraft

3. What is the rule when two aircraft of the same class are approaching head-on?

A) Both aircraft must turn to the left
B) Both aircraft must turn to the right
C) The faster aircraft must give way
D) The aircraft at lower altitude must descend further

4. An aircraft must not fly in formation with other aircraft unless:

A) It is flying at night
B) All pilots have agreed to do so beforehand
C) They are all the same aircraft type
D) They are flying under IFR conditions

5. Which document contains information about airfields, airspace, restrictions, and procedures?

A) National aviation laws of individual states
B) Airline operation manuals
C) AIP (Aeronautical Information Publication)
D) Air traffic control procedures only

6. What do runway threshold markings identify?

A) The center of the runway
B) The beginning of the runway portion available for landing
C) The area available for takeoff only
D) The width of the runway

7. A red letter 'L' displayed in the signals square indicates:

A) Landing prohibited
B) Left-hand circuit is in force
C) Low visibility procedures in effect
D) Landing permitted only on hard surfaces

8. An aircraft landing or on final approach has right of way over which other aircraft?

A) Only other aircraft of the same type
B) Only other aircraft at the same altitude
C) Other aircraft in flight and on the surface
D) No other aircraft has to give way

9. What does Article 13 of the Chicago Convention (1944) specify regarding entry and clearance regulations for aircraft?

A) Aircraft must comply with a state’s entry and clearance regulations, including customs, immigration, and health checks, before entering the state's territory.
B) Aircraft can enter any state’s airspace without clearance if they are registered in that state.
C) Only scheduled commercial flights are required to comply with entry and clearance regulations when entering a state’s airspace.
D) Aircraft entering a state’s territory do not need to follow any entry or clearance procedures.

10. What is the meaning of a runway marked with the letter 'L' after the runway number (e.g., 24L)?

A) The runway is limited to light aircraft only
B) The runway has lighting for night operations
C) The runway is suitable for landings only, not takeoffs
D) The runway is the left parallel runway

11. According to Article 36 of the Chicago Convention (1944), what must be done before using photographic apparatus on an aircraft flying over a state's territory?

A) Photographic equipment can be used without any permission as long as it is not intended for commercial purposes.
B) The use of photographic apparatus is allowed without restrictions, regardless of the state's laws.
C) Permission must be obtained from the state whose territory is being flown over before installing or using photographic equipment.
D) Only military aircraft can use photographic apparatus without obtaining permission from the state.

12. According to Article 33 of the Chicago Convention (1944), what is the requirement for recognizing certificates and licenses issued by Contracting States?

A) Certificates and licenses issued by one state are only valid for operations within that state's territory.
B) Certificates and licenses must meet the standards set by the Convention or ICAO and are recognized by other Contracting States for international navigation.
C) Only commercial certificates and licenses are recognized internationally, not those for private use.
D) Each state is responsible for issuing its own certificates and licenses, with no need to recognize those from other countries.

13. When in flight, a steady red light signal from one aircraft to another means:

A) Give way to other aircraft and continue watching
B) Land at this aerodrome after me
C) You are in a prohibited area
D) Do not land; aerodrome unsafe

14. The large number '20' painted at the end of a runway indicates:

A) The runway is 2,000 feet long
B) The runway number is 20
C) The runway heading is approximately 200 degrees
D) The maximum aircraft weight in tons allowed on this runway

15. Ground markings showing a double cross (++) indicate:

A) Hospital landing area
B) Gliders are operating in the area
C) Helicopters may only land within the designated area
D) Landing prohibited for all aircraft

16. What does the adage 'constant bearing = constant danger' refer to?

A) An aircraft maintaining a steady altitude
B) An aircraft that appears stationary in your windscreen indicating collision risk
C) Maintaining constant radio communication
D) Flying at a constant speed in poor visibility