What is a CFR in aviation?

The Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) are rules prescribed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) governing all aviation activities in the United States. The FARs are part of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

What is required by regulations for a VFR preflight?

You preflight the airplane, determine that it’s safe to fly, and check the required paperwork. This consists of the airworthiness certificate, registration certificate, radio station license (required only if the airplane will be operated internationally), operating limitations, and weight-and-balance information.

What is the definition of careless or reckless operation?

A reckless operation results from the operation of an aircraft conducted with a deliberate or willful disregard of the regulations or accepted standards of safety so as to endanger the life or property of another either potentially or actually.

What is Preflight action?

Initial Preflight Actions: Pilots in command shall, before beginning a flight, become familiar with all available information concerning that flight. This information is not only important for ensuring the flight can be conducted safely, but also in determining if an intersection takeoff is acceptable.

What does CFR stands for?

The Code of Federal Regulations
The Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government. It is divided into 50 titles that represent broad areas subject to Federal regulation.

What is CFR Part 91?

Part 91 governs situations where the pilot is directly responsible for the entire private aircraft — like an automobile driver transporting around other private citizens. Are you receiving compensation for transport?

What does the I in the Imsafe checklist stand for?

The IMSAFE checklist is a personal health assessment used to ensure the pilot is healthy before each flight. The letters stand for; Illness, Medication, Stress, Alcohol, Fatigue, Emotions. By reviewing these elements of the checklist, the pilot can conclude whether he/she is personally fit to fly.

What is the maximum RPM of your airplane?

about 2,700 rpm
In plain language, no matter how fast you turn the engine, the prop tips can’t exceed a certain speed. This means most direct-drive general aviation engines are limited to about 2,700 rpm and prop diameters rarely exceed 77 inches.

Is it illegal to drop something out of an airplane?

No pilot in command of a civil aircraft may allow any object to be dropped from that aircraft in flight that creates a hazard to persons or property. However, this section does not prohibit the dropping of any object if reasonable precautions are taken to avoid injury or damage to persons or property.

Who has the right-of-way when two aircraft are on final approach to land at the same time?

lower altitude
14 CFR part 91, states that aircraft, while on final approach to land or while landing, have the right-of-way over other aircraft in flight or operating on the surface. When two or more aircraft are approaching an airport for the purpose of landing, the aircraft at the lower altitude has the right-of- way.

Can pilots drink?

No drinking within 8 hours of flight They also restrict pilots from “flying or attempting to fly an aircraft within 8 hours of consuming alcohol or if they have an alcohol concentration of 0.04 percent or greater,” according to FAA rules.

Where is Mode C required?

Required for all aircraft in Class A, B and C airspace. Required for all aircraft in all airspace within 30 nm of an airport listed in appendix D, section 1 of Part 91 (Class B and military) from the surface upward to 10,000 feet msl.