Air New Zealand Tech Practice Exam

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• What does FADEC stand for?
• What is a key requirement for a suitable aerodrome under ETOPS regulations?
• How is maximum takeoff thrust expressed in aviation?
• Why might someone use a Transformer-rectifier unit (TRU) instead of a simple rectifier?
• Under what atmospheric temperature conditions is lightning most likely to occur?
• What does assumed/flexible takeoff refer to?
• What does RLW stand for in aviation terminology?
• What does the term "veers" refer to in the context of wind direction?
• What is Loran C primarily used for?
• What is the primary function of indicated airspeed (IAS)?
• How does weight affect an aircraft's required descent point?
• Why is a fan engine considered flat rated?
• What is a katabatic wind?
• What is the time limit for maximum takeoff thrust settings for engine operation?
• What weather phenomena can be expected at the edges of the ITCZ?
• What is a key characteristic of the artificial horizon instrument?
• How does the ITCZ vary over land compared to over the ocean?
• What is the impact of negative windshear?
• What is TREND in meteorological terms?
• What is a characteristic of induced drag when an aircraft operates at a high angle of attack?
• What is one benefit of flying at high altitudes?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four main groups of clouds?
• What is the ideal scenario to achieve the best specific fuel consumption (SFC)?
• How is Net Flight Path related to Gross Flight Path?
• What characterizes a jet engine surge?
• What does VMCL represent?
• What does OCH stand for in aviation terminology?
• How is a hertz defined?
• In aviation terms, what does "unprepared" refer to when discussing a runway stopway?
• What does general visibility in weather reports refer to?
• What effect does an increase in speed have on profile drag?
• What can be expected from the ASI/Mach meter during a climb with a blocked pitot probe?
• What is the function of a transformer in aviation?
• What is an occluded front?
• What does a ridge represent in meteorological terms?
• What advantage does a swept wing provide to jet aircraft?
• What type of beacon is characterized as a nondirectional beacon operating in low to medium frequencies?
• What happens to the altimeter when transitioning from high to low pressure?
• What is coffin corner in aviation?
• Which frequency range does omega operate in?
• What allows a directional indicator (DI) to maintain its alignment?
• Which of the following is NOT a mode of GPWS?
• What is the function of slots in wing design?
• Where is the localiser typically located?
• What does the coefficient of lift describe?
• What type of systems do rotary inverters typically support?
• What characterizes the working principle of a jet turbine?
• What does ISA temperature deviation measure?
• What defines a flight level in aviation?
• What causes an engine surge?
• Which of the following terms relates to the speed at which a pilot must make a decision regarding takeoff?
• What is the specific gravity (S.G.) of Jet A1 fuel?
• What can cause movement of centre of gravity in an aircraft?
• On a jet turbine aircraft, is there a critical engine?
• What is the characteristic of air movement in divergence?
• How is spiral stability defined in aviation terms?
• What does the term "screen height" refer to in aviation?
• What is the standard glide slope set at for an ILS approach?
• What does washout refer to in wing design?
• What does 'significant weather' encompass in the context of CAVOK?
• What does a stabiliser/variable-incidence tailplane do?
• At what cabin altitude should passengers receive oxygen masks?
• What does 'visibility equal or greater than 10km' indicate in aviation?
• What should pilots be concerned about when monitoring engine pressure ratio?
• What does a full scale deflection represent in terms of LOC deviation?
• Why does a lighter aircraft descend quicker than a heavier aircraft?
• Which factors significantly affect brake temperature?
• Which of the following is NOT part of the Electronic flight instrument system?
• Where does a swept wing typically stall first?
• Approximately what percentage of engine thrust in a triple-spool turbofan engine comes from bypass airflow?
• What is compass deviation?
• Which of the following describes a rhumb line?
• What is the recommended maximum adjustment for headwind components in field length performance?
• Which device is used to alter the voltage level of AC?
• During descent, what restriction is imposed on a jet aircraft?
• How is the takeoff distance available (TODA) defined?
• What does Zero Fuel Weight (ZFW) represent?
• What is the configuration of the gyroscope within a directional indicator?
• What is the frequency range of HF bands?
• What types of turbulence are identified based on their orientation?
• What does an overall compression ratio of 12:1 indicate in a gas turbine engine?
• Which temperature is defined as the temperature of still air?
• What does TODA stand for in aviation terminology?
• What does the term 'thrust to thrust-lever position' refer to?
• Why can high-pressure systems lead to poor visibility at low levels?
• Which component does NOT have a controlling function in a variable-incidence tailplane?
• Which specific condition demonstrates the greatest degradation of HF communications during the night?
• What is one effect of having a high density altitude?
• What does the abbreviation ISA stand for in aviation?
• What indicates full thrust during takeoff in EPR terms?
• When a jet is lighter, what is its likely descent behavior compared to when it is heavier?
• What happens to the relative humidity of a parcel of air when it becomes saturated?
• Which gauge provides thrust measurements in a jet engine?
• What is the effect of a low-pressure system on the air masses surrounding it?
• What is lateral stability in an aircraft?
• What is meant by the relationship between IAS and LSS at a constant Mach number?
• What is the impact of a wet V1 in takeoff performance?
• What is the primary concern when the glide slope is indicated incorrectly during an approach?
• What is the primary objective of flying at the maximum range airspeed?
• What is the primary function of a series yaw damper?
• What happens when wind is said to be "backing"?
• What type of weather is commonly associated with poor visibility during the approach of a cold front?
• What does the takeoff run required (TORR) include?
• What is the primary factor that contributes to the total drag experienced by an aircraft?
• In a fail operational autopilot landing system, what ensures continued auto landing if one system fails?
• What effect do leading slats have on a wing?
• What is the role of a rectifier?
• What does the service ceiling indicate?
• What is the primary consequence of a heavier aircraft needing to maintain a lower rate of descent?
• What defines a microburst?
• What is the significance of combustion air in engine cooling?
• What effect does temperature inversion have on vertical air movement?
• What describes the angle of incidence in aviation?
• What effect does a wing tip stall have on an aircraft's attitude?
• What does ELR stand for?
• What defines a great circle?
• In which conditions is emergency 100% oxygen required?
• What is latent heat?
• What aspect of an aircraft increases during spiral stability opposition?
• What primarily governs the maximum attainable thrust in a turbofan engine?
• What is VOLMET?
• What does an increased V2 improve in terms of takeoff performance?
• Why is understanding performance with respect to environmental factors essential in aviation?
• For air flowing through N2 and N3 compressors, what is the combustion to cooling air ratio?
• How much more sensitive is the LOC compared to VOR?
• What aerodynamic effect do wingtip vortices have on the efficiency of a wing?
• What is the climb gradient for the second segment of the takeoff path?
• What is the consequence of having flaps set outside the takeoff range?
• What is the definition of a volt?
• What is the function of the bypass fan in a gas turbine engine?
• What is a hung start in an engine?
• Which of the following is a typical source of AC electrical power?
• What is the effect of a forward centre of gravity on stall speed?
• Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of lateral stability?
• What characteristic does high Environmental Lapse Rate (ELR) indicate about air stability?
• What is the significance of V2 in relation to takeoff safety speed?
• Which of the following is an advantage of the bypass fan in jet engines?
• What is the primary purpose of cockpit window heating systems?
• What is the cause of apparent wander of a gyroscope?
• What does OAT stand for in aviation?
• What does the term Q feel refer to in aviation technology?
• Does the Mach meter suffer from density or temperature errors?
• What does the compression ratio of a gas turbine engine measure?
• What technology do INS/IRS systems utilize for navigation?
• What does 'hot and high' refer to in aviation terms?
• Which type of fog is typically associated with a cloudless night?
• What happens to the outer and inner wings during a Dutch roll?
• How is aspect ratio defined in aviation?
• What is the critical point in aviation terms?
• Which type of cloud is primarily associated with thunderstorms?
• How is EPR calculated during idle thrust?
• What is the purpose of high drag devices like spoilers and flaps?
• What is a key difference between static and rotary inverters?
• What are the lines that run east-west on the Earth known as?
• What is the relationship between wing camber and stall speed when leading slats are used?
• What happens to kinetic and pressure/temperature energy according to Bernoulli's principle?
• What is the most effective way to recover from a Dutch roll according to aviation standards?
• What does the term "meridian" specifically refer to?
• What does VMCG stand for in relation to multi-engine aircraft?
• What happens to the VSI readings in the event of a blocked static port?
• Which of the following is NOT a main influence on air density?
• What characterizes Dutch roll?
• Which of the following best describes a low pressure axial-flow compressor in a jet engine?
• How does altitude affect wind direction and speed as you descend in the southern hemisphere?
• What is the purpose of an isotherm on a weather map?
• What defines anhedral in aircraft wings?
• What happens to engine pressure ratio (EPR) when thrust levers are advanced?
• What is one method to delay stall at the wing tip?
• What is the aviation definition of height?
• What is the accelerate stop distance available (ASDA)?
• Which air mass is commonly associated with warmer, moist conditions?
• What impact do nighttime and winter conditions have on HF communications?
• When must a heavier aircraft begin its descent compared to a lighter aircraft?
• What is the primary purpose of a balance tab in aircraft control surfaces?
• Which two features contribute to an aircraft's natural lateral stability?
• Which wing design feature helps to reduce the likelihood of a wing-tip stall?
• What does ADS-B stand for?
• At what altitude are geostrophic winds typically found?
• What happens to atmospheric pressure as a cold front passes?
• What type of conditions can lead to CAVOK not necessarily indicating clear blue skies?
• In aviation terminology, how quickly must a 'rapid' change occur?
• What does VMU speed refer to in aircraft operations?
• What is virga in meteorological terms?
• What are the lines that run from pole to pole called?
• What is required to recognize engine failure during takeoff?
• How does the drag curve on a jet aircraft differ from that of other aircraft?
• Why does a warm front move more slowly than a cold front?
• How is maximum range speed defined in relation to endurance speed?
• At what cabin altitude should pilots start using oxygen?
• According to Bernoulli's theorem, which form of energy can be ignored in air flow assessment?
• Maximum endurance speed in flight is linked to what primary condition?
• What factor influences the local speed of sound (LSS)?
• What is the purpose of a runway stopway?
• What factors increase thrust per 100 RPM near the top of thrust levers?
• What is the thermal equator?
• What is referred to as the Doppler effect?
• What is a key benefit of reducing induced drag during flight?
• Why are bleed valves fitted to gas turbine engines?
• What does magnetic dip refer to?
• What does TORA stand for in aviation terminology?
• What does the term 'intermittent variations' refer to in weather forecasts?
• The Mach number is primarily a function of what?
• What is the relationship between ground speed and descent rate for a heavier aircraft?
• What often occurs as a result of an inversion layer in high-pressure systems?
• Where does the formation of tropical revolving storms typically begin?
• What best defines an airmass?
• What does "constantly changing track direction" refer to in navigation?
• What does PNR stand for in aviation?
• How often does a GPS satellite orbit the Earth?
• What does HSI stand for in aviation terminology?
• What is the primary function of the engine temperature instruments?
• Which of the following is NOT a method of transferring heat energy into the atmosphere?
• What is the purpose of slats in high-lift devices?
• What characterizes the SALR?
• What effect does altitude have on wind speed as you approach the ground?
• What happens to the true airspeed (TAS) as air density decreases?
• How does increasing temperature affect the specific gravity (SG) of a substance?
• What is a gradient wind?
• What does positive windshear typically cause?
• Which term refers to the true bearing to the station?
• What sea temperature is generally required for tropical revolving storms to form?
• What device is primarily used to prevent Dutch roll in aircraft?
• Which climb departure utilizes the least trip fuel?
• During takeoff, V1 must be:
• What type of clouds typically indicate the approach of a cold front?
• What does it mean when a wind is described as "veering"?
• What happens to stability at high altitudes?
• What is a tab surface primarily used for?
• What atmospheric condition enhances the strength of upper winds?
• What does an inverter do?
• What is the approximate ELR assumed by ISA?
• Which factor contributes to high lift in gliders?
• When does the second segment of the takeoff path start?
• What is primarily controlled by the use of differential ailerons?
• What does the autobrake system regulate during landing?
• What is the rate of descent for an aircraft in degrees per second?
• Who has the ultimate responsibility for terrain clearance during a flight?
• What equipment helps pilots navigate using low to medium frequency beacons?
• How is temperature described as influencing air density?
• What common error is associated with density in aviation?
• What does a full scale deviation of the glideslope represent?
• How do spoilers primarily function on an aircraft?
• What aerodynamic feature does a swept wing alter in relation to flight speed?
• What is indicated by the minimum drag speed (VIMD)?
• What is the importance of the safety margin in TORR calculations?
• At what speed is the maximum descent rate for a jet restricted?
• What must VMCA be in relation to V2?
• What does Reduced Vertical Separation Minima (RVSM) involve?
• What is typically experienced as a warm front passes?
• In what applications are spoilers primarily used?
• Which of the following best describes the function of a Mach meter?
• Why is it important for pilots to consider weight during descent?
• What is the relationship between a dry V1 and a wet V1?
• What is the main function of convergence in airflow?
• What happens to the ASI/Mach meter during a climb when the static probe is blocked?
• How often are Aeronautical Information Circulars (AICs) published?
• What does Buys Ballot's Law say about wind direction in the southern hemisphere?
• What does Mach number represent?
• What does a Mach number indicate in high-altitude flying?
• What will the pressure altimeter do when there is a temperature deviation from ISA of -36°C?
• Which of the following is classified as a high-lift device?
• What does ETOPS stand for in aviation?
• What is the typical slope of a warm front?
• When calculating TODA, what is the maximum limit in relation to TORA?
• What is defined as the angle of attack of an aerofoil?
• Which term describes the boundary between two different air masses?
• What happens to the VSI's sensitivity when displaying small rates of climb or descent?
• What happens to Indicated Airspeed (IAS) with a constant Mach number as altitude increases?
• What can cause a loss of lift inboard on a swept wing during flight?
• What do lenticular clouds indicate in aviation?
• What is calibrated airspeed (CAS) primarily corrected for?
• Which component of the magnetic field has an effect on the magnetic compass?
• What does VMBE signify in aviation?
• Environmental conditions, such as air density and temperature, primarily influence which aspect of aircraft performance?
• What can typically be found ahead of a warm front at altitude?
• Which factor primarily increases skin friction drag on an aircraft?
• What happens to the aircraft's CL max when Fowler flaps are deployed at low angles?
• What is the approximate rate of temperature change for the SALR?
• What phenomenon does latent heat primarily relate to?
• What is the configuration for a duplex multiplex autoland system?
• What is dihedral in relation to wing design?
• What is the pressure gradient force?
• What is a defining feature of a cold front?
• Where is the best centre of gravity position with a stuck stabiliser?
• What does VMCA indicate?
• What is the primary characteristic of anabatic wind?
• What typically determines upper winds?
• What role do trailing edge flaps serve in aircraft?
• How does increased air density affect aircraft landing performance?
• During descent, what does a blocked pitot probe cause the ASI/Mach meter to do?
• What is adverse yaw in aviation?
• What is the ASI/Mach meter indication when there is a blocked static probe at a constant altitude?
• How does an aft centre of gravity affect an aircraft's stability during flight?
• What is pressure altitude in aviation?
• What does equivalent airspeed (EAS) represent?
• What role do winglets play on an aircraft?
• What defines a warm front in meteorology?
• What does speed stability refer to in aviation?
• What are Aeronautical Information Circulars (AICs) used for?
• For a constant IAS, what happens to the Mach number as altitude rises?
• What frequency band does the localiser use?
• How does weight affect the rate of descent in an aircraft?
• What is transport wander on an uncorrected gyroscope?
• What is significant about the minimum dimensions of the clearway?
• How does the stabiliser need to be positioned for a properly balanced flight?
• What is the aviation definition of altitude?
• What speed is associated with maximum endurance?
• What does a vertical speed indicator (VSI) measure?
• What does the N1 compressor spool in a triple-spool turbofan engine represent?
• What is the function of an ohm?
• True airspeed (TAS) is defined as:
• Where is a microburst typically found?
• What additional effect does nighttime have on wind behavior in the southern hemisphere?
• In what regions are tropical revolving storms primarily classified as hurricanes?
• What characterizes the geostrophic wind?
• What is the definition of longitudinal stability?
• At what latitudes are jetstreams commonly found?
• Which of the following is NOT a reason for using a stabiliser or variable-incidence tailplane?
• What is the ideal centre of gravity position with a jammed elevator?
• Which of the following devices is not considered a high drag device?
• How is a triplex multiplex autoland system defined?
• How does a gyroscope maintain its axis to true north?
• Which of the following instruments is NOT a gyroscopic flight instrument?
• What is magnetic variation?
• What is the takeoff distance required (TODR)?
• What is a defining characteristic of jetstreams?
• What does DME stand for in aviation terminology?
• What is the definition of density altitude?
• What does VA represent in terms of aircraft performance?
• How does a reduced-power climb affect trip fuel consumption?
• What does TEMPO refer to in weather forecasting?
• What does a conversion angle represent?
• How does the forward center of gravity position affect an aircraft's stability?
• How does wind behavior change with height in the Southern Hemisphere?
• At what altitude does the gross flight path start on a wet runway?
• Which conversion is NOT performed by a rectifier?
• What does CAVOK signify in aviation weather reports?
• What happens to EPR during the initial lag phase when thrust is increased?
• What is the rate of descent for an aircraft measured in degrees per minute?
• How does the center of gravity (CoG) position affect VMCG/A?
• Which of the following is NOT an input to the Q feel system?
• How is the bypass fan typically configured in a twin-spool engine?
• What frequency band does Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) operate in?
• When is Runway Visual Range (RVR) reported?
• What effect does increasing the best range speed have when flying into a headwind?
• What is the effect of weight on the glide range of an aircraft?
• How does wind impact the position of the critical point?
• What does the Coriolis force act upon?
• What are the implications of compressibility on flight instruments?
• At what temperature can supercooled water droplets exist?
• If you are standing with your back to the wind in the northern hemisphere, where would you find the low pressure?
• Which type of drag is specifically associated with the pressure differential around a wing?
• What does a Transformer-rectifier unit (TRU) do?
• What is the coverage extent of a glideslope signal?
• What happens when a fail passive autopilot landing system experiences a system failure?
• What occurs when the cold front moves faster than the warm front?
• What can result from extreme levels of Dutch roll?
• What describes directional stability in aircraft?
• What is a trough in meteorology?
• What is sublimation in the context of atmospheric processes?
• How does latitude affect convergency?
• What is VAT/VREF in aviation?
• What type of fog is likened to sea fog?
• What occurs when flaps are set to low during takeoff?
• What is convergency in navigation?
• What does an isobar represent on a meteorological chart?
• At what speed does a pilot initiate rotation during takeoff?
• What is the height classification for Cirro clouds?
• What is the result of a down-going aileron compared to an up-going aileron during a roll?
• What kind of power can AC generators produce?
• What is the correct sequence of the combustion cycle in a jet turbine engine?
• What signifies a quadruplex multiplex autoland system?
• What does an amp measure?
• What characterizes supercooled water droplets during flight?
• What occurs to the center of pressure as an aircraft passes Mcrit?
• How does the wind behavior differ between day and night in aviation?
• What is a key effect of compressibility in aviation?
• What is the purpose of V1 during takeoff?
• How does a high flap setting outside the takeoff range affect takeoff?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of depression in meteorology?
• What should a pilot expect from their VSI when climbing with a blocked static port?
• According to ICAO ISA conditions at sea level, what is the standard temperature?
• What bearing does QDM provide to pilots in navigation?
• What aerodynamic feature can help reduce spanwise airflow around the wings?
• How are DME pulse trains made unique to each aircraft?
• What is a runway clearway?
• For maximum range, should an aircraft be loaded to a forward or aft centre of gravity?
• What is the dewpoint in meteorological terms?
• What is the purpose of engine and wing anti-icing systems?
• What is a primary factor that contributes to the necessity for RVSM?
• What defines absolute ceiling in aviation terms?
• What are circuit breakers primarily used for?
• What is a common pressure altitude error encountered?
• What is a temperature inversion?
• How does the ASI/Mach meter behave during descent with a blocked static probe?
• Which instrument primarily measures engine pressure ratio (EPR)?
• What are Fowler flaps primarily used for?
• What is the Föhn wind effect?
• What defines the critical Mach number (Mcrit) of an aircraft?
• Why is accurate airflow pressure regulation important in gas turbine engines?
• What is one outcome of high speeds in relation to stabiliser effects?
• What should pilots understand about VMCG when referring to heavy aircraft?
• Which wind condition is characterized by strong vertical or lateral wind shear?
• What is the primary function of differential spoilers during a roll command?
• What does ITCZ stand for in meteorology?
• At what altitude do windshear warnings become active?
• How is maximum range achieved?
• What is one characteristic of a rhumb line compared to a great circle?
• What is a key consideration when achieving better lift at increased V2?
• What does the first segment of the takeoff path signify?
• What issue can arise with the ILS that results in a false glide slope?
• What mode is indicated by excessive rate of descent in GPWS?
• What is the significance of the term "High to low, beware below" in aviation?
• What is a trailing edge flap's primary purpose?
• How does humidity affect air density during flight?
• How does air temperature influence the amount of water vapor a parcel of air can hold?
• What is the main consequence of the Mach tuck phenomenon?
• What happens to wind direction and speed during the night closer to the ground in the southern hemisphere?
• What is the typical slope of a cold front?
• What determines the normal PNR points?
• What is the DALR in meteorology?
• What does QDR represent in navigation?
• What is another term used for 'track' in aviation?