Quiz: Flying The Traffic Pattern
Check out our latest pilot quiz to test your flying knowledge of airport traffic patterns, landing directions and appropriate techniques for operating around the airport.
About Chris Clarke
Having a childhood dream of aviation, Chris first became an Aviation Explorer, motivating him to earn his private pilot's license as a teenager. During his four years at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University he earned his commercial, multi-engine certificate with an instrument rating. While experimenting in seaplanes, gliders, and a variety of other personal aircraft, Chris developed a passion for general aviation and shares that passion as he develops aviation training apps and content for Sporty's Pilot Shop.
Entries by Chris Clarke
Quiz: Basic Aircraft Aerodynamics
/in Quiz/by Chris ClarkeAs much as it seems sometimes that airplanes fly by magic, it’s important for every pilot to understand at least the basic fundamentals of aerodynamics. These principles dictate not only how the aircraft stays aloft, but what makes it either stable or unstable.
Quiz: Understanding the airplane Pitot-Static System
/in Quiz/by Chris ClarkeThe pitot-static system is the source of valuable flight information for the pilot. But how does it work and what instruments are affected? Take this quiz to find out if you have mastered the finer details of the pitot-static system. Want to brush up on your flight instrument knowledge? Check out Sporty’s 2024 Learn to […]
Quiz: Airplane Weight and Balance
/in Quiz/by Chris ClarkeCalculating the airplane’s weight and balance is a mandatory task you must complete before every flight. Many of an airplane’s performance, handling, and structural characteristics are a function of weight and balance, not to mention the safety risks associated with operating an overloaded or out-of-balance airplane.
Test Your Knowledge with This IFR Acronyms Quiz
/in Quiz/by Chris ClarkeCan you define all these IFR aviation acronyms?
Quiz: Regulations for Instrument Flight Rules
/in Quiz/by Chris ClarkeInstrument flying requires you to know a lot of rules, from clearance limits to airspace requirements. Can you answer all these regulations questions and stay legal in the IFR system?
Quiz: Aircraft Engine Operations
/in Quiz/by Chris ClarkeAircraft engines can provide thousands of hours of reliable service, provided that they are maintained and operated properly. From the pilot’s perspective, this involves learning the best practices for power control, leaning procedures, cooling, and other operational considerations.
Quiz: IFR Approach Chart Symbols
/in Quiz/by Chris ClarkeDo you know how to interpret the codes and symbols on an IFR approach chart?
Quiz: Landing Techniques
/in Quiz/by Chris ClarkeWhile it may be true that any landing you can walk away from is a good landing, there is certainly something to be said about always striving to make better landings. Most experienced pilots would be willing to admit that the perfect landing is much more of an art than a science. Take this quiz on landing techniques to hone your touchdown knowledge in search of consistently smooth and safe landings and see if you can squeak out a perfect score.
Ten airport signs, markings, and lights all pilots should know
/in Tips and technique/by Chris ClarkeTaxiing at larger airports can add new complexities to your flight, especially when visiting an unfamiliar airport for the first time. Here’s a review of ten airport signs, pavement markings and lighting systems you might encounter.
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