FAA SPL Knowledge Test - Sport Pilot Lighter-Than-Air (Airship) Practice Questions - FAA Sport Pilot Lighter-Than-Air (Airship) Knowledge Test (Test Code SPL) Exam - FAA SPL Knowledge Test - Sport Pilot Lighter-Than-Air (Airship) Practice Questions - FAA Sport Pilot Lighter-Than-Air (Airship) Knowledge Test (Test Code SPL) Exam

Question 1

Under 14 CFR Part 61.303, what medical qualification is required for a pilot to exercise sport pilot privileges in a light-sport airship?

A valid US driver's license (meeting specific conditions) or a current FAA medical certificate A first-class or second-class FAA medical certificate exclusively A Statement of Demonstrated Ability (SODA) issued by the FAA No medical qualification or driver's license is required for lighter-than-air operations

Correct Answer:

A valid US driver's license (meeting specific conditions) or a current FAA medical certificate

Question 2

What is the maximum number of passengers a sport pilot may carry on board a light-sport airship under 14 CFR 61.315?

One passenger Two passengers Three passengers Zero passengers (sport pilots are restricted to solo flight only)

Correct Answer:

One passenger

Question 3

Which parameter in 14 CFR § 61.316 limits the airship a sport pilot may operate?

A maximum seating capacity of two persons, since the four-seat allowance in § 61.316(a)(2) is written only for airplanes A maximum envelope volume of 500,000 cubic feet A maximum speed in level flight of 120 knots CAS A requirement for multi-engine turbine propulsion

Correct Answer:

A maximum seating capacity of two persons, since the four-seat allowance in § 61.316(a)(2) is written only for airplanes

Question 4

Unless specifically authorized by ATC or operating over high terrain, what is the standard altitude ceiling for a sport pilot under 14 CFR 61.315?

10,000 feet MSL or 2,000 feet AGL, whichever is higher 12,500 feet MSL 18,000 feet MSL 5,000 feet AGL

Correct Answer:

10,000 feet MSL or 2,000 feet AGL, whichever is higher

Question 5

Under 14 CFR 61.315, may a sport pilot operate an airship at night?

Yes, after meeting § 61.329: 3 hours of night flight training in that category and class, an instructor endorsement, and either a part 67 medical certificate or the § 61.113(i) BasicMed conditions Yes, provided the airship is equipped with position lights Yes, provided the flight is conducted within 25 NM of the departure airport No, a sport pilot may never act as pilot in command at night

Correct Answer:

Yes, after meeting § 61.329: 3 hours of night flight training in that category and class, an instructor endorsement, and either a part 67 medical certificate or the § 61.113(i) BasicMed conditions

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