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| 25 | 25 | - **Option D** also prioritizes aileron over elevator, missing the critical first step of reducing the angle of attack. |
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| 26 | 26 | |
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| 27 | + |
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| 28 | +#### Source |
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| 29 | + |
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| 30 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 27 | 31 | ### Q2: How is "flight time" defined? ^t70q2 |
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| 28 | 32 | |
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| 29 | 33 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q2) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q2) |
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| 48 | 52 | #### Key Terms |
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| 49 | 53 | |
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| 50 | 54 | EASA = European Union Aviation Safety Agency |
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| 55 | + |
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| 56 | +#### Source |
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| 57 | + |
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| 58 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 51 | 59 | ### Q3: What is a wind shear? ^t70q3 |
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| 52 | 60 | |
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| 53 | 61 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q3) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q3) |
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| 65 | 73 | |
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| 66 | 74 | Wind shear is defined as any change in wind speed and/or direction over a relatively short distance, which can occur in both the vertical and horizontal planes. It is not limited to any particular speed threshold (option C), altitude range (option B), or geographic setting (option A). Wind shear is particularly dangerous during takeoff and landing when the aircraft is close to the ground with limited recovery margins. |
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| 67 | 75 | |
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| 76 | + |
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| 77 | +#### Source |
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| 78 | + |
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| 79 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 68 | 80 | ### Q4: Which weather phenomenon is most commonly linked to wind shear? ^t70q4 |
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| 69 | 81 | |
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| 70 | 82 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q4) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q4) |
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| 82 | 94 | |
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| 83 | 95 | Thunderstorms generate the most severe wind shear through their powerful updrafts, downdrafts, and microburst outflows, which can cause sudden wind reversals exceeding 50 knots within seconds. Stable high-pressure systems (option A) typically produce calm, uniform conditions. Fog (option C) is associated with light winds, not shear. Warm fronts (option D) can produce mild shear, but thunderstorms are by far the most common and dangerous source. |
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| 84 | 96 | |
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| 97 | + |
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| 98 | +#### Source |
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| 99 | + |
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| 100 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 85 | 101 | ### Q5: Under what conditions should wind shear be expected? ^t70q5 |
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| 86 | 102 | |
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| 87 | 103 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q5) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q5) |
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| 102 | 118 | - **Option A** describes conditions with minimal shear risk. |
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| 103 | 119 | - **Option B and D** can occasionally produce shear but are not the primary conditions associated with it. |
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| 104 | 120 | |
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| 121 | + |
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| 122 | +#### Source |
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| 123 | + |
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| 124 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 105 | 125 | ### Q6: During approach, an aircraft encounters wind shear with decreasing headwind. Without pilot corrections, what happens to the flight path and indicated airspeed (IAS)? ^t70q6 |
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| 106 | 126 | |
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| 107 | 127 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q6) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q6) |
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| 122 | 142 | #### Key Terms |
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| 123 | 143 | |
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| 124 | 144 | IAS = Indicated Airspeed |
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| 145 | + |
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| 146 | +#### Source |
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| 147 | + |
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| 148 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 125 | 149 | ### Q7: During approach, an aircraft encounters wind shear with increasing headwind. Without corrections, how are the flight path and IAS affected? ^t70q7 |
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| 126 | 150 | |
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| 127 | 151 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q7) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q7) |
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| 142 | 166 | #### Key Terms |
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| 143 | 167 | |
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| 144 | 168 | IAS = Indicated Airspeed |
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| 169 | + |
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| 170 | +#### Source |
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| 171 | + |
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| 172 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 145 | 173 | ### Q8: During approach, the aircraft experiences wind shear with a decreasing tailwind. Without corrections, what happens to the flight path and IAS? ^t70q8 |
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| 146 | 174 | |
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| 147 | 175 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q8) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q8) |
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| 162 | 190 | #### Key Terms |
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| 163 | 191 | |
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| 164 | 192 | IAS = Indicated Airspeed |
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| 193 | + |
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| 194 | +#### Source |
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| 195 | + |
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| 196 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 165 | 197 | ### Q9: What is the best way to avoid encountering wind shear during flight? ^t70q9 |
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| 166 | 198 | |
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| 167 | 199 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q9) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q9) |
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| 184 | 216 | |
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| 185 | 217 | - **Option D** is overly restrictive and does not address the primary cause. |
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| 186 | 218 | |
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| 219 | + |
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| 220 | +#### Source |
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| 221 | + |
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| 222 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 187 | 223 | ### Q10: During a cross-country flight, visual conditions begin to fall below minima. To maintain minimum visual conditions, the pilot decides to ^t70q10 |
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| 188 | 224 | |
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| 189 | 225 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q10) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q10) |
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| 211 | 247 | - **IMC** = Instrument Meteorological Conditions |
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| 212 | 248 | - **VFR** = Visual Flight Rules |
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| 213 | 249 | - **VMC** = Visual Meteorological Conditions |
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| 250 | + |
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| 251 | +#### Source |
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| 252 | + |
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| 253 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 214 | 254 | ### Q11: Two identical aircraft at the same gross weight and configuration fly at different airspeeds. Which one produces stronger wake turbulence? ^t70q11 |
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| 215 | 255 | |
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| 216 | 256 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q11) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q11) |
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| 227 | 267 | #### Explanation |
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| 228 | 268 | |
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| 229 | 269 | Wake turbulence intensity is directly related to the strength of wingtip vortices, which are strongest when the wing operates at high lift coefficients — that is, at low speeds and high angles of attack. The slower aircraft generates more intense vortices because it must produce the same lift at a lower speed, requiring a higher angle of attack and greater circulation around the wing. Altitude (options A and D) is not the determining factor. The faster aircraft (option B) produces weaker vortices at its lower lift coefficient. |
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| 270 | + |
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| 271 | + |
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| 272 | +#### Source |
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| 273 | + |
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| 274 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q106 p.25](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=25) (score: 0.20) |
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| 275 | +- [QuizVDS Q11](../../Examen%20Blanc/QuizVDS/70%20-%20Operational%20Procedures.md#^q11): Answer D |
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| 276 | +- PDF Answer: C |
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| 230 | 277 | |
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| 231 | 278 | ### Q12: With only a light crosswind, what hazard exists when departing after a heavy aeroplane? ^t70q12 |
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| 232 | 279 | |
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| 249 | 296 | - **Option B** is wrong because vortices sink, not climb. |
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| 250 | 297 | - **Option D** is incorrect because light crosswinds do not cause significant lateral twisting of vortices across the runway. |
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| 251 | 298 | |
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| 299 | + |
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| 300 | +#### Source |
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| 301 | + |
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| 302 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 252 | 303 | ### Q13: Which surface is most suitable for an emergency off-field landing? ^t70q13 |
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| 253 | 304 | |
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| 254 | 305 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q13) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q13) |
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| 270 | 321 | - **Option C** (long dry grass) may conceal obstacles such as rocks, ditches, or fences. |
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| 271 | 322 | - **Option D** (sports ground) is typically surrounded by buildings, fences, and spectators, creating collision hazards. |
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| 272 | 323 | |
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| 324 | + |
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| 325 | +#### Source |
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| 326 | + |
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| 327 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 273 | 328 | ### Q14: What defines a precautionary landing? ^t70q14 |
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| 274 | 329 | |
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| 275 | 330 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q14) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q14) |
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| 291 | 346 | - **Option C** describes a configuration choice, not a type of landing. |
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| 292 | 347 | - The key distinction is that a precautionary landing involves foresight and planning. |
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| 293 | 348 | |
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| 349 | + |
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| 350 | +#### Source |
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| 351 | + |
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| 352 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 294 | 353 | ### Q15: Which of these landing areas is best suited for an off-field landing? ^t70q15 |
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| 295 | 354 | |
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| 296 | 355 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q15) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q15) |
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| 311 | 370 | - **Option A** (a lake) should only be considered as a last resort since water landings carry drowning risk. |
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| 312 | 371 | - **Option B** (meadow without livestock) sounds safe but may have hidden obstacles; and option D (ripe, waving crops) indicates tall vegetation that could obscure hazards and cause the glider to nose over on landing. |
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| 313 | 372 | |
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| 373 | + |
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| 374 | +#### Source |
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| 375 | + |
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| 376 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 314 | 377 | ### Q16: How does wet grass affect take-off and landing distances? ^t70q16 |
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| 315 | 378 | |
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| 316 | 379 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q16) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q16) |
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| 333 | 396 | - **Option B** correctly identifies the takeoff increase but incorrectly predicts a shorter landing roll. |
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| 334 | 397 | - **Option C** reverses both effects entirely. |
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| 335 | 398 | |
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| 399 | + |
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| 400 | +#### Source |
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| 401 | + |
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| 402 | +- Examen Blanc: [S2 Q18 p.27](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_2.pdf#page=27) (score: 0.25) |
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| 403 | + |
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| 336 | 404 | ### Q17: What adverse effects can be expected when thermalling above industrial facilities? ^t70q17 |
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| 337 | 405 | |
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| 338 | 406 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q17) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q17) |
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| 354 | 422 | - **Option B** exaggerates with "heavy precipitation," which is not caused by industrial plants. |
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| 355 | 423 | - **Option D** describes electrostatic effects that are not typically associated with industrial thermal flying. |
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| 356 | 424 | |
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| 425 | + |
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| 426 | +#### Source |
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| 427 | + |
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| 428 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 357 | 429 | ### Q18: When is an off-field landing most likely to result in an accident? ^t70q18 |
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| 358 | 430 | |
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| 359 | 431 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q18) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q18) |
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| 375 | 447 | - **Option C** (harvested cornfield) is actually a good surface choice. |
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| 376 | 448 | - **Option D** (deciding above minimum safe altitude) is the correct time to decide, not a risk factor. |
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| 377 | 449 | |
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| 450 | + |
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| 451 | +#### Source |
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| 452 | + |
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| 453 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 378 | 454 | ### Q19: How can mid-air collisions be avoided when circling in thermals? ^t70q19 |
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| 379 | 455 | |
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| 380 | 456 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q19) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q19) |
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| 396 | 472 | - **Option B** (alternating directions) creates head-on crossing situations within the thermal. |
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| 397 | 473 | - **Option C** (mimicking the glider ahead) could lead to following too closely without maintaining safe separation. |
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| 398 | 474 | |
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| 475 | + |
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| 476 | +#### Source |
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| 477 | + |
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| 478 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 399 | 479 | ### Q20: How can danger be avoided when a glider's altitude nears circuit height during a cross-country flight? ^t70q20 |
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| 400 | 480 | |
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| 401 | 481 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q20) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q20) |
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| 417 | 497 | - **Option C** describes a good post-landing practice but does not address the immediate danger of low altitude. |
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| 418 | 498 | - **Option D** risks flying into sink between thermals with no altitude reserve, potentially resulting in a crash rather than a controlled off-field landing. |
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| 419 | 499 | |
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| 500 | + |
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| 501 | +#### Source |
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| 502 | + |
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| 503 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 420 | 504 | ### Q21: What must a pilot consider before entering a steep turn? ^t70q21 |
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| 421 | 505 | |
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| 422 | 506 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q21) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q21) |
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| 441 | 525 | #### Key Terms |
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| 442 | 526 | |
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| 443 | 527 | n — Load Factor (ratio of lift to weight: n = L/W) |
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| 528 | + |
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| 529 | +#### Source |
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| 530 | + |
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| 531 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 444 | 532 | ### Q22: A glider is about to stall and pitch down. Which control input prevents a nose-dive and spin? ^t70q22 |
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| 445 | 533 | |
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| 446 | 534 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q22) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q22) |
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| 462 | 550 | - **Option B** attempts to maintain level flight with rudder alone, which is ineffective near the stall. |
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| 463 | 551 | - **Option C** pulls back on the elevator, which deepens the stall, and uses ailerons which can worsen the situation near the critical angle of attack. |
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| 464 | 552 | |
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| 553 | + |
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| 554 | +#### Source |
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| 555 | + |
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| 556 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 465 | 557 | ### Q23: When aerotowing with a side-mounted release hook, the glider tends to ^t70q23 |
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| 466 | 558 | |
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| 467 | 559 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q23) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q23) |
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| 486 | 578 | #### Key Terms |
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| 487 | 579 | |
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| 488 | 580 | CG = Centre of Gravity |
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| 581 | + |
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| 582 | +#### Source |
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| 583 | + |
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| 584 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 489 | 585 | ### Q24: During aerotow, the glider has climbed excessively high behind the tug. What should the glider pilot do to prevent further danger? ^t70q24 |
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| 490 | 586 | |
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| 491 | 587 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q24) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q24) |
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| 507 | 603 | - **Option B** (pushing firmly forward) could put the tug into a dangerous nose-down attitude by pulling its tail up via the cable. |
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| 508 | 604 | - **Option C** (pulling then releasing) is dangerous — pulling when high compounds the problem, potentially lifting the tug's tail catastrophically. |
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| 509 | 605 | |
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| 606 | + |
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| 607 | +#### Source |
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| 608 | + |
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| 609 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 510 | 610 | ### Q25: After a cable break during winch launch, what is the correct sequence of actions? ^t70q25 |
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| 511 | 611 | |
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| 512 | 612 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q25) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q25) |
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| 531 | 631 | #### Key Terms |
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| 532 | 632 | |
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| 533 | 633 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
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| 634 | + |
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| 635 | +#### Source |
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| 636 | + |
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| 637 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 534 | 638 | ### Q26: During the initial ground roll of a winch launch, one wing touches the ground. What must the glider pilot do? ^t70q26 |
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| 535 | 639 | |
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| 536 | 640 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q26) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q26) |
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| 552 | 656 | - **Option B** (opposite rudder) cannot correct a wing-down condition. |
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| 553 | 657 | - **Option D** (pulling back) would try to lift off prematurely in an uncontrolled state. |
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| 554 | 658 | |
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| 659 | + |
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| 660 | +#### Source |
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| 661 | + |
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| 662 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 555 | 663 | ### Q27: During aerotow, the glider exceeds its maximum permissible speed. What should the glider pilot do? ^t70q27 |
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| 556 | 664 | |
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| 557 | 665 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q27) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q27) |
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| 576 | 684 | #### Key Terms |
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| 577 | 685 | |
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| 578 | 686 | VNE = Never Exceed Speed |
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| 687 | + |
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| 688 | +#### Source |
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| 689 | + |
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| 690 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 579 | 691 | ### Q28: After a cable break during aerotow, a long section of cable remains attached to the glider. What should the pilot do? ^t70q28 |
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| 580 | 692 | |
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| 581 | 693 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q28) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q28) |
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| 597 | 709 | - **Option C** (releasing after touchdown) means flying the entire approach with a dangerous trailing cable. |
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| 598 | 710 | - **Option D** (releasing immediately regardless) may drop the cable in an unsafe location. |
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| 599 | 711 | |
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| 712 | + |
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| 713 | +#### Source |
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| 714 | + |
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| 715 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 600 | 716 | ### Q29: During aerotow, the tug aircraft disappears from the glider pilot's view. What should the pilot do? ^t70q29 |
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| 601 | 717 | |
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| 602 | 718 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q29) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q29) |
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| 618 | 734 | - **Option B** (alternating elevator) creates dangerous oscillations. |
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| 619 | 735 | - **Option D** (searching turns) could tangle the cable or fly into the tug's path. |
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| 620 | 736 | |
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| 737 | + |
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| 738 | +#### Source |
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| 739 | + |
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| 740 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 621 | 741 | ### Q30: During aerotow in a turn, the glider drifts to an outward offset position. How should the glider pilot correct this? ^t70q30 |
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| 622 | 742 | |
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| 623 | 743 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q30) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q30) |
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| 639 | 759 | - **Option B** (deploying spoilers) would cause the glider to drop below the tug's level. |
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| 640 | 760 | - **Option C** (strong rudder) risks over-correction and could cause the glider to swing to the opposite side or create dangerous cable loads. |
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| 641 | 761 | |
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| 762 | + |
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| 763 | +#### Source |
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| 764 | + |
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| 765 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 642 | 766 | ### Q31: During a winch launch, cable tension suddenly disappears just after reaching the full climb attitude. What should the pilot do? ^t70q31 |
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| 643 | 767 | |
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| 644 | 768 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q31) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q31) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 660 | 784 | - **Option B** (pulling) would increase the pitch angle further, guaranteeing a stall. |
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| 661 | 785 | - **Option D** (waiting) is dangerous because speed is decaying rapidly in the climb attitude. |
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| 662 | 786 | |
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| 787 | + |
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| 788 | +#### Source |
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| 789 | + |
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| 790 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 663 | 791 | ### Q32: Before launching with a parallel-cable winch, the pilot notices the second cable lying close to the glider. What should be done? ^t70q32 |
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| 664 | 792 | |
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| 665 | 793 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q32) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q32) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 682 | 810 | |
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| 683 | 811 | - **Option D** cannot prevent entanglement with a cable on the ground during the critical ground roll phase. |
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| 684 | 812 | |
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| 813 | + |
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| 814 | +#### Source |
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| 815 | + |
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| 816 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 685 | 817 | ### Q33: What is the function of the weak link (breaking point) on a winch cable? ^t70q33 |
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| 686 | 818 | |
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| 687 | 819 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q33) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q33) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 703 | 835 | - **Option C** is wrong because the weak link is a safety device, not a release mechanism. |
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| 704 | 836 | - **Option D** describes a concern unrelated to the weak link's purpose. |
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| 705 | 837 | |
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| 838 | + |
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| 839 | +#### Source |
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| 840 | + |
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| 841 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 706 | 842 | ### Q34: During the final phase of a winch launch, the pilot keeps pulling back on the elevator. The automatic release trips under high wing loading. What are the consequences? ^t70q34 |
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| 707 | 843 | |
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| 708 | 844 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q34) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q34) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 725 | 861 | - **Option B** has nothing to do with wind correction. |
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| 726 | 862 | - **Option D** prioritizes altitude gain over structural safety. |
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| 727 | 863 | |
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| 864 | + |
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| 865 | +#### Source |
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| 866 | + |
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| 867 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 728 | 868 | ### Q35: An off-field landing in mountainous terrain is necessary and the only available site is steeply inclined. How should the approach be flown? ^t70q35 |
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| 729 | 869 | |
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| 730 | 870 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q35) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q35) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 746 | 886 | - **Option C** (parallel to ridge) does not utilize the slope for deceleration. |
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| 747 | 887 | - **Option D** (downhill) dramatically increases groundspeed and stopping distance, making it extremely dangerous. |
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| 748 | 888 | |
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| 889 | + |
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| 890 | +#### Source |
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| 891 | + |
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| 892 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 749 | 893 | ### Q36: At 6000 m MSL, the pilot realises that the oxygen supply will run out within minutes. What should be done? ^t70q36 |
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| 750 | 894 | |
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| 751 | 895 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q36) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q36) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 770 | 914 | #### Key Terms |
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| 771 | 915 | |
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| 772 | 916 | MSL = Mean Sea Level |
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| 917 | + |
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| 918 | +#### Source |
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| 919 | + |
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| 920 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 773 | 921 | ### Q37: What colour is the emergency canopy release handle? ^t70q37 |
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| 774 | 922 | |
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| 775 | 923 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q37) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q37) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 788 | 936 | Emergency canopy release handles are standardized as red to ensure immediate recognition in a crisis. Red is the universal color for emergency controls in aviation, including canopy jettison handles, fire extinguisher handles, and fuel shutoff valves. |
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| 789 | 937 | |
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| 790 | 938 | - **Options A** (blue), B (yellow), and D (green) are incorrect — these colors are reserved for other functions such as trim (green), normal canopy latch, or non-emergency systems. |
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| 939 | + |
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| 940 | + |
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| 941 | +#### Source |
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| 942 | + |
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| 943 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q121 p.203](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=203) (score: 0.36) |
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| 944 | +- [QuizVDS Q37](../../Examen%20Blanc/QuizVDS/70%20-%20Operational%20Procedures.md#^q37): Answer B |
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| 945 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 791 | 946 | |
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| 792 | 947 | ### Q38: Why must trim masses or lead ballast be firmly secured in a glider? ^t70q38 |
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| 793 | 948 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 813 | 968 | #### Key Terms |
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| 814 | 969 | |
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| 815 | 970 | CG = Centre of Gravity |
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| 971 | + |
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| 972 | +#### Source |
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| 973 | + |
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| 974 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 816 | 975 | ### Q39: During a winch launch, the airspeed indicator fails after reaching the full climb attitude. What should the pilot do? ^t70q39 |
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| 817 | 976 | |
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| 818 | 977 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q39) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q39) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 834 | 993 | - **Option C** (continuing the planned flight) is unsafe without airspeed indication. |
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| 835 | 994 | - **Option D** (abrupt speed changes) could overstress the airframe during the launch. |
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| 836 | 995 | |
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| 996 | + |
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| 997 | +#### Source |
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| 998 | + |
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| 999 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 837 | 1000 | ### Q40: Why is launching with the centre of gravity beyond the aft limit prohibited? ^t70q40 |
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| 838 | 1001 | |
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| 839 | 1002 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q40) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q40) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 859 | 1022 | |
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| 860 | 1023 | - **CG** = Centre of Gravity |
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| 861 | 1024 | - **VNE** = Never Exceed Speed |
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| 1025 | + |
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| 1026 | +#### Source |
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| 1027 | + |
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| 1028 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 862 | 1029 | ### Q41: What effect does ice accumulation on the wings have? ^t70q41 |
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| 863 | 1030 | |
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| 864 | 1031 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q41) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q41) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 884 | 1051 | - **CL_max** — Maximum Lift Coefficient — highest CL the wing can produce before stalling |
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| 885 | 1052 | - **CL** — Lift Coefficient — dimensionless measure of aerodynamic lift |
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| 886 | 1053 | |
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| 1054 | + |
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| 1055 | +#### Source |
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| 1056 | + |
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| 1057 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 887 | 1058 | ### Q42: The landing gear extends but will not lock despite several attempts. How should the landing be performed? ^t70q42 |
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| 888 | 1059 | |
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| 889 | 1060 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q42) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q42) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 904 | 1075 | - **Option A** (belly landing at increased speed) unnecessarily increases impact energy. |
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| 905 | 1076 | - **Option D** (holding the handle) provides no mechanical lock and the gear could still collapse under landing loads. |
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| 906 | 1077 | |
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| 1078 | + |
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| 1079 | +#### Source |
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| 1080 | + |
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| 1081 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 907 | 1082 | ### Q43: When flying into heavy snowfall, what is the greatest immediate danger? ^t70q43 |
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| 908 | 1083 | |
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| 909 | 1084 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q43) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q43) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 924 | 1099 | - **Option D** (mass increase) is negligible in the short term. |
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| 925 | 1100 | - Loss of visibility is immediate, disorienting, and can lead to controlled flight into terrain. |
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| 926 | 1101 | |
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| 1102 | + |
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| 1103 | +#### Source |
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| 1104 | + |
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| 1105 | +- [?] Source PDF non identifiée (original: **C**) |
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| 927 | 1106 | ### Q44: A tailwind off-field landing is unavoidable. How should it be executed? ^t70q44 |
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| 928 | 1107 | |
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| 929 | 1108 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q44) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q44) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 945 | 1124 | - **Option B** (pushing the nose down at the field) would cause a hard landing. |
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| 946 | 1125 | - **Option C** (reduced speed) risks stalling at the higher groundspeed, and the ground roll will be longer, not shorter. |
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| 947 | 1126 | |
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| 1127 | + |
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| 1128 | +#### Source |
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| 1129 | + |
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| 1130 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 948 | 1131 | ### Q45: When landing with a tailwind, what must the pilot do? ^t70q45 |
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| 949 | 1132 | |
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| 950 | 1133 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q45) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q45) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 966 | 1149 | - **Option B** (increasing speed) would extend the ground roll further. |
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| 967 | 1150 | - **Option D** (sideslipping) addresses crosswind, not tailwind, and would not be effective compensation. |
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| 968 | 1151 | |
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| 1152 | + |
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| 1153 | +#### Source |
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| 1154 | + |
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| 1155 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 969 | 1156 | ### Q46: Tower reports: "Wind 15 knots, gusts 25 knots." How should the approach and landing be conducted? ^t70q46 |
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| 970 | 1157 | |
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| 971 | 1158 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q46) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q46) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 987 | 1174 | - **Option B** uses normal speed with no gust margin, leaving the aircraft vulnerable to speed drops in gusts. |
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| 988 | 1175 | - **Option C** (minimum speed) is extremely dangerous in gusts — a momentary speed loss could cause a stall. |
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| 989 | 1176 | |
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| 1177 | + |
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| 1178 | +#### Source |
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| 1179 | + |
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| 1180 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 990 | 1181 | ### Q47: A glider pilot encounters strong sink while ridge soaring. What is the recommended action? ^t70q47 |
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| 991 | 1182 | |
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| 992 | 1183 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q47) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q47) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1008 | 1199 | - **Option C** (moving closer to the ridge) could trap the pilot against the terrain in strong sink. |
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| 1009 | 1200 | - **Option D** (landing parallel to the ridge) may not be feasible on mountainous terrain and reduces options. |
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| 1010 | 1201 | |
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| 1202 | + |
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| 1203 | +#### Source |
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| 1204 | + |
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| 1205 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1011 | 1206 | ### Q48: A glider flying beneath an expanding cumulus that is developing into a thunderstorm rapidly approaches cloud base. What should the pilot do? ^t70q48 |
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| 1012 | 1207 | |
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| 1013 | 1208 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q48) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q48) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1033 | 1228 | |
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| 1034 | 1229 | - **VNE** = Never Exceed Speed |
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| 1035 | 1230 | - **VFR** = Visual Flight Rules |
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| 1231 | + |
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| 1232 | +#### Source |
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| 1233 | + |
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| 1234 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1036 | 1235 | ### Q49: After landing, you discover that a pen may have fallen into the cockpit. What must be considered? ^t70q49 |
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| 1037 | 1236 | |
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| 1038 | 1237 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q49) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q49) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1054 | 1253 | - **Option B** is irrelevant — the concern is not having a pen but having a loose object. |
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| 1055 | 1254 | - **Option C** is dangerously wrong — even small objects can jam critical controls and have caused fatal accidents. |
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| 1056 | 1255 | |
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| 1256 | + |
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| 1257 | +#### Source |
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| 1258 | + |
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| 1259 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1057 | 1260 | ### Q50: Flying near the aerodrome at about 250 m AGL, you encounter strong sink and decide on a safety landing. At what speed should you fly toward the airfield? ^t70q50 |
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| 1058 | 1261 | |
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| 1059 | 1262 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q50) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q50) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1079 | 1282 | |
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| 1080 | 1283 | - **VA** = Manoeuvring Speed |
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| 1081 | 1284 | - **AGL** = Above Ground Level |
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| 1285 | + |
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| 1286 | +#### Source |
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| 1287 | + |
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| 1288 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1082 | 1289 | ### Q51: You have just passed the LAPL(S) practical exam. May you carry passengers as soon as the licence is issued? ^t70q51 |
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| 1083 | 1290 | |
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| 1084 | 1291 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q51) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q51) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1106 | 1313 | - **LAPL** = Light Aircraft Pilot Licence |
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| 1107 | 1314 | - **PIC** = Pilot in Command |
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| 1108 | 1315 | - **SPL** = Sailplane Pilot Licence |
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| 1316 | + |
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| 1317 | +#### Source |
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| 1318 | + |
|---|
| 1319 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q1 p.32](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=32) (score: 0.43) |
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| 1320 | +- PDF Answer: D |
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| 1321 | + |
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| 1109 | 1322 | ### Q52: On final approach to an out-landing field, you suddenly encounter a strong thermal. How should you react? ^t70q52 |
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| 1110 | 1323 | |
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| 1111 | 1324 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q52) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q52) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1127 | 1340 | - **Option C** assumes thermals always produce compensating sink, which is not reliable. |
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| 1128 | 1341 | - **Option D** (circling on final) is dangerous at low altitude. |
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| 1129 | 1342 | |
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| 1343 | + |
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| 1344 | +#### Source |
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| 1345 | + |
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| 1346 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1130 | 1347 | ### Q53: You land on a grass runway shortly after a rain shower. What should you expect? ^t70q53 |
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| 1131 | 1348 | |
|---|
| 1132 | 1349 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q53) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q53) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1149 | 1366 | - **Option B** is incorrect because wet surfaces reduce, not improve, natural braking. |
|---|
| 1150 | 1367 | - **Option C** is wrong because reduced friction means a longer, not shorter, ground roll. |
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| 1151 | 1368 | |
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| 1369 | + |
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| 1370 | +#### Source |
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| 1371 | + |
|---|
| 1372 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q18 p.35](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=35) (score: 0.38) |
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| 1373 | +- PDF Answer: C |
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| 1374 | + |
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| 1152 | 1375 | ### Q54: When flying late in the day in a valley toward shaded slopes, what difficulty should you expect? ^t70q54 |
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| 1153 | 1376 | |
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| 1154 | 1377 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q54) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q54) |
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| 1168 | 1391 | |
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| 1169 | 1392 | - **Option A and B** may occur in certain conditions but are not specifically linked to shaded slopes late in the day. |
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| 1170 | 1393 | - **Option D** (glare) is a concern when looking toward the sun, not toward shaded slopes. |
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| 1394 | + |
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| 1395 | + |
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| 1396 | +#### Source |
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| 1397 | + |
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| 1398 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q12 p.34](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=34) (score: 0.34) |
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| 1399 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 1171 | 1400 | |
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| 1172 | 1401 | ### Q55: On a cross-country flight with no thermals available, you decide to make an out-landing. Several fields look suitable. By what altitude must your final choice be made? ^t70q55 |
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| 1173 | 1402 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1193 | 1422 | #### Key Terms |
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| 1194 | 1423 | |
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| 1195 | 1424 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
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| 1425 | + |
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| 1426 | +#### Source |
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| 1427 | + |
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| 1428 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q16 p.34](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=34) (score: 0.36) |
|---|
| 1429 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 1430 | + |
|---|
| 1196 | 1431 | ### Q56: You are thermalling at 1500 m AGL over flat terrain with no other glider nearby. In which direction should you circle? ^t70q56 |
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| 1197 | 1432 | |
|---|
| 1198 | 1433 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q56) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q56) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1218 | 1453 | #### Key Terms |
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| 1219 | 1454 | |
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| 1220 | 1455 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
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| 1456 | + |
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| 1457 | +#### Source |
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| 1458 | + |
|---|
| 1459 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q2 p.32](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=32) (score: 0.23) |
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| 1460 | +- PDF Answer: C |
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| 1461 | + |
|---|
| 1221 | 1462 | ### Q57: You are on an aerotow departure in calm conditions. The towrope breaks just below safety height. What do you do? ^t70q57 |
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| 1222 | 1463 | |
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| 1223 | 1464 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q57) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q57) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1238 | 1479 | - **Option A** deploys airbrakes prematurely when every meter of altitude counts. |
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| 1239 | 1480 | - **Option B** attempts a 180° turn which is extremely dangerous below safety height. |
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| 1240 | 1481 | - **Option D** releases before establishing a glide — the glide attitude should be established first to ensure safe flying speed. |
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| 1482 | + |
|---|
| 1483 | + |
|---|
| 1484 | +#### Source |
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| 1485 | + |
|---|
| 1486 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q4 p.32](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=32) (score: 0.42) |
|---|
| 1487 | +- PDF Answer: D |
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| 1241 | 1488 | |
|---|
| 1242 | 1489 | ### Q58: You are ready to launch in a glider with a strong crosswind from the right. What do you do? ^t70q58 |
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| 1243 | 1490 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
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| 1261 | 1508 | |
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| 1262 | 1509 | - **Option D** is impractical and dangerous — the helper cannot keep pace with an accelerating glider. |
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| 1263 | 1510 | |
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| 1511 | + |
|---|
| 1512 | +#### Source |
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| 1513 | + |
|---|
| 1514 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q3 p.32](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=32) (score: 0.36) |
|---|
| 1515 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 1516 | + |
|---|
| 1264 | 1517 | ### Q59: During an aerotow departure, acceleration is clearly insufficient. What should you do when the take-off abort point is reached? ^t70q59 |
|---|
| 1265 | 1518 | |
|---|
| 1266 | 1519 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q59) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q59) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1282 | 1535 | - **Option C** (forcing the aircraft airborne) at inadequate speed leads to an immediate stall or settling back onto the ground. |
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| 1283 | 1536 | - **Option D** (flaps) cannot compensate for insufficient tow power. |
|---|
| 1284 | 1537 | |
|---|
| 1538 | + |
|---|
| 1539 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 1540 | + |
|---|
| 1541 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q9 p.33](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=33) (score: 0.37) |
|---|
| 1542 | +- PDF Answer: A |
|---|
| 1543 | + |
|---|
| 1285 | 1544 | ### Q60: What lateral clearance from a slope must be maintained when flying a glider? ^t70q60 |
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| 1286 | 1545 | |
|---|
| 1287 | 1546 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q60) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q60) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1293 | 1552 | |
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| 1294 | 1553 | #### Answer |
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| 1295 | 1554 | |
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| 1296 | | -B) |
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| 1555 | +A) |
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| 1297 | 1556 | |
|---|
| 1298 | 1557 | #### Explanation |
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| 1299 | 1558 | |
|---|
| 1300 | | -When flying along a slope, a minimum lateral distance of 60 meters must be maintained horizontally from the terrain. This provides a safety buffer against unexpected turbulence, downdrafts, or control difficulty near the slope face. |
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| 1559 | + |
|---|
| 1301 | 1560 | |
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| 1302 | | -- **Option A** is vague and non-specific. |
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| 1303 | | -- **Option C** (150 m) is more conservative than the standard requirement. |
|---|
| 1304 | | -- **Option D** (depends on thermals) introduces a variable condition that does not define a clear minimum standard. |
|---|
| 1561 | +The BAZL training material (section 9.2) illustrates a 60 m clearance as a guideline for both ground and lateral distance, with the emphasis: *"Sécurité — Pas que ça touche !!! — jamais"* (Safety — don't touch — never). However, the regulation does not prescribe a fixed metric; the rule is to maintain a **sufficient lateral safety distance** that accounts for turbulence, downdrafts, terrain irregularities, and aircraft performance. |
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| 1562 | + |
|---|
| 1563 | +- **B** (60 m) is a useful training guideline but not a regulatory minimum — in strong conditions more distance is needed, in calm conditions less may suffice. |
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| 1564 | +- **C** (150 m) is overly conservative as a fixed rule. |
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| 1565 | +- **D** (depends on thermals) is too narrow — clearance depends on terrain, wind, and aircraft type, not just thermals. |
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| 1566 | + |
|---|
| 1567 | + |
|---|
| 1568 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 1569 | + |
|---|
| 1570 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q17 p.35](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=35) (score: 0.26) |
|---|
| 1571 | +- PDF Answer: A |
|---|
| 1305 | 1572 | |
|---|
| 1306 | 1573 | ### Q61: What requires special attention when flying in high mountains? ^t70q61 |
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| 1307 | 1574 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1322 | 1589 | |
|---|
| 1323 | 1590 | - **Options A, B, and C** describe technical inconveniences that may occasionally occur in mountains, but they are not the primary hazard. |
|---|
| 1324 | 1591 | - Rapid weather changes can trap a pilot in valleys with deteriorating visibility and violent turbulence, making option D the critical safety concern. |
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| 1592 | + |
|---|
| 1593 | + |
|---|
| 1594 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 1595 | + |
|---|
| 1596 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q10 p.33](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=33) (score: 0.29) |
|---|
| 1597 | +- PDF Answer: B |
|---|
| 1325 | 1598 | |
|---|
| 1326 | 1599 | ### Q62: When installing the oxygen system in a glider for an Alpine flight, what is absolutely essential? ^t70q62 |
|---|
| 1327 | 1600 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1344 | 1617 | - **Options A and C** describe good practices but are not the absolute safety-critical requirement. |
|---|
| 1345 | 1618 | - The oxygen-grease incompatibility is a fundamental rule in aviation oxygen system handling. |
|---|
| 1346 | 1619 | |
|---|
| 1620 | + |
|---|
| 1621 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 1622 | + |
|---|
| 1623 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q11 p.33](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=33) (score: 0.40) |
|---|
| 1624 | +- PDF Answer: C |
|---|
| 1625 | + |
|---|
| 1347 | 1626 | ### Q63: After a collision, you must bail out at approximately 400 m. When should the parachute be opened? ^t70q63 |
|---|
| 1348 | 1627 | |
|---|
| 1349 | 1628 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q63) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q63) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1365 | 1644 | - **Option C** (before leaving) would entangle the parachute with the aircraft structure. |
|---|
| 1366 | 1645 | - At 400 m, every second counts for a successful deployment and deceleration. |
|---|
| 1367 | 1646 | |
|---|
| 1647 | + |
|---|
| 1648 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 1649 | + |
|---|
| 1650 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1368 | 1651 | ### Q64: On short final for an out-landing, you realise the field is too short. What do you do? ^t70q64 |
|---|
| 1369 | 1652 | |
|---|
| 1370 | 1653 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q64) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q64) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1387 | 1670 | - **Option C** is similar to B but less specific about using all stopping means. |
|---|
| 1388 | 1671 | - **Option D** (turning to find another field) at this low altitude and close range is extremely dangerous and likely to result in a stall-spin accident. |
|---|
| 1389 | 1672 | |
|---|
| 1673 | + |
|---|
| 1674 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 1675 | + |
|---|
| 1676 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1390 | 1677 | ### Q65: What does FLARM do? ^t70q65 |
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| 1391 | 1678 | |
|---|
| 1392 | 1679 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q65) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q65) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1408 | 1695 | |
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| 1409 | 1696 | - **Option C** is incorrect because FLARM warns but does not recommend specific avoidance maneuvers. |
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| 1410 | 1697 | - **Option D** is wrong because FLARM only detects other FLARM devices, not transponder-equipped aircraft (that would require a separate ADS-B receiver). |
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| 1698 | + |
|---|
| 1699 | + |
|---|
| 1700 | +#### Source |
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| 1701 | + |
|---|
| 1702 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q7 p.33](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=33) (score: 0.37) |
|---|
| 1703 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 1411 | 1704 | |
|---|
| 1412 | 1705 | ### Q66: During a cross-country flight, you must land at a high-altitude aerodrome with no wind. At what indicated airspeed do you fly the approach? ^t70q66 |
|---|
| 1413 | 1706 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
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| 1432 | 1725 | |
|---|
| 1433 | 1726 | - **IAS** = Indicated Airspeed |
|---|
| 1434 | 1727 | - **TAS** = True Airspeed |
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| 1728 | + |
|---|
| 1729 | +#### Source |
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| 1730 | + |
|---|
| 1731 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q6 p.33](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=33) (score: 0.55) |
|---|
| 1732 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 1733 | + |
|---|
| 1435 | 1734 | ### Q67: What do you notice when entering the centre of a downdraft? ^t70q67 |
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| 1436 | 1735 | |
|---|
| 1437 | 1736 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q67) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q67) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1451 | 1750 | |
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| 1452 | 1751 | - **Option B** describes what happens entering an updraft (nose pitches up, increased g-load). |
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| 1453 | 1752 | - **Options A and C** do not accurately describe the symmetrical effect of entering a downdraft center. |
|---|
| 1753 | + |
|---|
| 1754 | + |
|---|
| 1755 | +#### Source |
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| 1756 | + |
|---|
| 1757 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q5 p.32](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=32) (score: 0.32) |
|---|
| 1758 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 1454 | 1759 | |
|---|
| 1455 | 1760 | ### Q68: During a cross-country flight over the Jura, you notice cirrus forming to the west. What should you expect? ^t70q68 |
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| 1456 | 1761 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
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| 1473 | 1778 | - **Option C** describes a shift that may occur but is not the primary effect. |
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| 1474 | 1779 | - **Option D** underestimates the impact cirrus has on thermal generation through solar radiation reduction. |
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| 1475 | 1780 | |
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| 1781 | + |
|---|
| 1782 | +#### Source |
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| 1783 | + |
|---|
| 1784 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q13 p.34](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=34) (score: 0.30) |
|---|
| 1785 | +- PDF Answer: C |
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| 1786 | + |
|---|
| 1476 | 1787 | ### Q69: What speed maximises distance covered against a headwind? ^t70q69 |
|---|
| 1477 | 1788 | |
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| 1478 | 1789 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q69) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q69) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1493 | 1804 | - **Option A** (minimum sink) minimizes descent rate but covers minimal distance. |
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| 1494 | 1805 | - **Option B** (best glide) is optimal only in still air. |
|---|
| 1495 | 1806 | - **Option D** (McCready zero) equals best-glide speed. |
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| 1807 | + |
|---|
| 1808 | + |
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| 1809 | +#### Source |
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| 1810 | + |
|---|
| 1811 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q15 p.34](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=34) (score: 0.26) |
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| 1812 | +- PDF Answer: D |
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| 1496 | 1813 | |
|---|
| 1497 | 1814 | ### Q70: Which of these fields is best for an out-landing? ^t70q70 |
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| 1498 | 1815 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1515 | 1832 | - **Option B** (maize field) has tall crops that obscure hazards and create drag inconsistencies. |
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| 1516 | 1833 | - **Option C** (country lane) is narrow, potentially lined with trees and power lines, and poses collision risks with vehicles. |
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| 1517 | 1834 | |
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| 1835 | + |
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| 1836 | +#### Source |
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| 1837 | + |
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| 1838 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q8 p.33](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=33) (score: 0.40) |
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| 1839 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 1840 | + |
|---|
| 1518 | 1841 | ### Q71: May you use the on-board radio to communicate with your retrieve crew on the dedicated frequency without holding a radiotelephony extension? ^t70q71 |
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| 1519 | 1842 | |
|---|
| 1520 | 1843 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q71) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q71) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1536 | 1859 | - **Option C** invents a frequency limitation that does not exist. |
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| 1537 | 1860 | |
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| 1538 | 1861 | - **Option D** incorrectly prohibits a communication that is routinely permitted. |
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| 1862 | + |
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| 1863 | + |
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| 1864 | +#### Source |
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| 1865 | + |
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| 1866 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q154 p.35](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=35) (score: 0.43) |
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| 1867 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 1539 | 1868 | |
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| 1540 | 1869 | ### Q72: At an aerodrome at 1800 m AMSL, how does the ground speed compare to the indicated airspeed on approach? ^t70q72 |
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| 1541 | 1870 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1563 | 1892 | - **AMSL** = Above Mean Sea Level |
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| 1564 | 1893 | - **TAS** = True Airspeed |
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| 1565 | 1894 | - **IAS** = Indicated Airspeed |
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| 1895 | + |
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| 1896 | +#### Source |
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| 1897 | + |
|---|
| 1898 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1566 | 1899 | ### Q73: Is wearing a parachute compulsory during glider flights? ^t70q73 |
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| 1567 | 1900 | |
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| 1568 | 1901 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q73) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q73) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1588 | 1921 | #### Key Terms |
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| 1589 | 1922 | |
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| 1590 | 1923 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
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| 1924 | + |
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| 1925 | +#### Source |
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| 1926 | + |
|---|
| 1927 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q124 p.203](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=203) (score: 0.29) |
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| 1928 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 1929 | + |
|---|
| 1591 | 1930 | ### Q74: During a winch launch, just after reaching the climbing angle, the cable breaks near the winch. How should you react? ^t70q74 |
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| 1592 | 1931 | |
|---|
| 1593 | 1932 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q74) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q74) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1609 | 1948 | - **Option B** reverses the priority — establishing the glide before releasing could allow the cable to become entangled. |
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| 1610 | 1949 | - **Option C** (radio call) wastes precious seconds during a time-critical emergency. |
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| 1611 | 1950 | |
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| 1951 | + |
|---|
| 1952 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 1953 | + |
|---|
| 1954 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1612 | 1955 | ### Q75: What must be considered during an aerotow departure in strong crosswind? ^t70q75 |
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| 1613 | 1956 | |
|---|
| 1614 | 1957 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q75) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q75) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1630 | 1973 | |
|---|
| 1631 | 1974 | - **Option B** provides a partial technique but does not address the pre-departure setup. |
|---|
| 1632 | 1975 | - **Option C** is incorrect because crosswinds typically increase takeoff distance slightly. |
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| 1976 | + |
|---|
| 1977 | + |
|---|
| 1978 | +#### Source |
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| 1979 | + |
|---|
| 1980 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q7 p.182](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=182) (score: 0.38) |
|---|
| 1981 | +- PDF Answer: D |
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| 1633 | 1982 | |
|---|
| 1634 | 1983 | ### Q76: You enter a thermal in the lowlands at 1500 m AGL with no other glider nearby. In which direction do you circle? ^t70q76 |
|---|
| 1635 | 1984 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
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| 1656 | 2005 | #### Key Terms |
|---|
| 1657 | 2006 | |
|---|
| 1658 | 2007 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
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| 2008 | + |
|---|
| 2009 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2010 | + |
|---|
| 2011 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 1659 | 2012 | ### Q77: What lateral distance from a slope must you maintain in a glider? ^t70q77 |
|---|
| 1660 | 2013 | |
|---|
| 1661 | 2014 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q77) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q77) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1675 | 2028 | |
|---|
| 1676 | 2029 | - **Option A** (depends on lift) only considers one factor. |
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| 1677 | 2030 | - **Options B** (150 m) and C (60 m) specify fixed distances that may be appropriate in some contexts but do not reflect the general guidance, which emphasizes adequate safety margin appropriate to the circumstances. |
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| 2031 | + |
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| 2032 | + |
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| 2033 | +#### Source |
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| 2034 | + |
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| 2035 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q17 p.35](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=35) (score: 0.32) |
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| 2036 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 1678 | 2037 | |
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| 1679 | 2038 | ### Q78: You enter a thermal at 500 m AGL below a cumulus and see another glider circling 50 m above you. In which direction should you turn? ^t70q78 |
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| 1680 | 2039 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1700 | 2059 | #### Key Terms |
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| 1701 | 2060 | |
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| 1702 | 2061 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
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| 2062 | + |
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| 2063 | +#### Source |
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| 2064 | + |
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| 2065 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q151 p.35](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=35) (score: 0.21) |
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| 2066 | +- PDF Answer: C |
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| 2067 | + |
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| 1703 | 2068 | ### Q79: During an off-field landing, the glider sustains 70% damage; the pilot is unhurt. What must be done? ^t70q79 |
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| 1704 | 2069 | |
|---|
| 1705 | 2070 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q79) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q79) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1720 | 2085 | - **Option A** (FOCA report in 3 days) does not meet the urgency required. |
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| 1721 | 2086 | - **Option C** (immediate notification via REGA) is the procedure for accidents involving injuries or fatalities. |
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| 1722 | 2087 | - **Option D** (report within a week) is too slow for an incident involving 70% airframe damage, which requires prompt reporting. |
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| 2088 | + |
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| 2089 | + |
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| 2090 | +#### Source |
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| 2091 | + |
|---|
| 2092 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q131 p.205](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=205) (score: 0.26) |
|---|
| 2093 | +- PDF Answer: D |
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| 1723 | 2094 | |
|---|
| 1724 | 2095 | ### Q80: What requires special attention when taking off on a hard (paved) runway? ^t70q80 |
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| 1725 | 2096 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 1742 | 2113 | - **Option B** (pulling back longer) could cause the tail to strike the runway. |
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| 1743 | 2114 | - **Option C** (wheel brake at start) would impede acceleration during the most critical phase. |
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| 1744 | 2115 | |
|---|
| 2116 | + |
|---|
| 2117 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2118 | + |
|---|
| 2119 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q4 p.181](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=181) (score: 0.21) |
|---|
| 2120 | +- PDF Answer: D |
|---|
| 2121 | + |
|---|
| 1745 | 2122 | ### Q81: How should a water landing (ditching) be carried out? ^t70q81 |
|---|
| 1746 | 2123 | |
|---|
| 1747 | 2124 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q81) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q81) |
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| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1762 | 2139 | - **Option A** (tail-first) risks a violent pitch-forward on impact. |
|---|
| 1763 | 2140 | - **Option D** (sideslip) creates an asymmetric water entry that could cartwheel the aircraft. |
|---|
| 1764 | 2141 | |
|---|
| 2142 | + |
|---|
| 2143 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2144 | + |
|---|
| 2145 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 1765 | 2146 | ### Q82: During an off-field landing, how can the wind direction best be determined? ^t70q82 |
|---|
| 1766 | 2147 | |
|---|
| 1767 | 2148 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q82) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q82) |
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| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1782 | 2163 | - **Option A** (tree leaves) requires being low enough to see individual leaves. |
|---|
| 1783 | 2164 | - **Option B** (wheat field patterns) can be misleading and requires specific crop stages. |
|---|
| 1784 | 2165 | - **Option D** (livestock behavior) is unreliable as a wind indicator. |
|---|
| 2166 | + |
|---|
| 2167 | + |
|---|
| 2168 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2169 | + |
|---|
| 2170 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q8 p.182](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=182) (score: 0.38) |
|---|
| 2171 | +- PDF Answer: D |
|---|
| 1785 | 2172 | |
|---|
| 1786 | 2173 | ### Q83: You are flying fast along a ridge and spot a slower glider ahead at about the same altitude. How do you react? ^t70q83 |
|---|
| 1787 | 2174 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1804 | 2191 | - **Option C** (radio contact) takes too long to arrange at closing speed. |
|---|
| 1805 | 2192 | - **Option D** (diving below) risks flying into the turbulent rotor zone closer to the terrain. |
|---|
| 1806 | 2193 | |
|---|
| 2194 | + |
|---|
| 2195 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2196 | + |
|---|
| 2197 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 1807 | 2198 | ### Q84: At the start of an aerotow, the glider rolls over the tow rope. What should you do? ^t70q84 |
|---|
| 1808 | 2199 | |
|---|
| 1809 | 2200 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q84) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q84) |
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| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1824 | 2215 | - **Option A** (braking) does not prevent entanglement and may worsen it. |
|---|
| 1825 | 2216 | - **Option B** (airbrakes) is irrelevant to the immediate hazard. |
|---|
| 1826 | 2217 | - **Option D** (radio warning) wastes time during a situation requiring instant action — by the time the call is made, the rope may already be entangled. |
|---|
| 2218 | + |
|---|
| 2219 | + |
|---|
| 2220 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2221 | + |
|---|
| 2222 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q97 p.198](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=198) (score: 0.30) |
|---|
| 2223 | +- PDF Answer: C |
|---|
| 1827 | 2224 | |
|---|
| 1828 | 2225 | ### Q85: Are glider flights permitted in Class C airspace? ^t70q85 |
|---|
| 1829 | 2226 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1852 | 2249 | - **ATC** = Air Traffic Control |
|---|
| 1853 | 2250 | - **NOTAM** = Notice to Air Missions |
|---|
| 1854 | 2251 | - **VMC** = Visual Meteorological Conditions |
|---|
| 2252 | + |
|---|
| 2253 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2254 | + |
|---|
| 2255 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 1855 | 2256 | ### Q86: You are flying along a slope on your right and spot an oncoming glider at the same altitude. How do you react? ^t70q86 |
|---|
| 1856 | 2257 | |
|---|
| 1857 | 2258 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q86) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q86) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1876 | 2277 | #### Key Terms |
|---|
| 1877 | 2278 | |
|---|
| 1878 | 2279 | D — Drag |
|---|
| 2280 | + |
|---|
| 2281 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2282 | + |
|---|
| 2283 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 1879 | 2284 | ### Q87: You must land on a 400 m field with a moderate tailwind. How do you fly the final approach? ^t70q87 |
|---|
| 1880 | 2285 | |
|---|
| 1881 | 2286 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q87) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q87) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1896 | 2301 | - **Option A** (best glide speed) is faster than needed and wastes field length. |
|---|
| 1897 | 2302 | - **Option B** (sideslip) addresses crosswind, not tailwind. |
|---|
| 1898 | 2303 | - **Option D** (faster approach) would increase groundspeed and ground roll on an already short field. |
|---|
| 2304 | + |
|---|
| 2305 | + |
|---|
| 2306 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2307 | + |
|---|
| 2308 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q125 p.203](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=203) (score: 0.26) |
|---|
| 2309 | +- PDF Answer: A |
|---|
| 1899 | 2310 | |
|---|
| 1900 | 2311 | ### Q88: What is the effect of a waterlogged grass runway on an aerotow departure? ^t70q88 |
|---|
| 1901 | 2312 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1919 | 2330 | |
|---|
| 1920 | 2331 | - **Option C** is incorrect because option B is the correct answer. |
|---|
| 1921 | 2332 | |
|---|
| 2333 | + |
|---|
| 2334 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2335 | + |
|---|
| 2336 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q126 p.204](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=204) (score: 0.22) |
|---|
| 2337 | +- PDF Answer: B |
|---|
| 2338 | + |
|---|
| 1922 | 2339 | ### Q89: On approach to an off-field landing, you suddenly notice a high-voltage power line across your landing axis. How do you react? ^t70q89 |
|---|
| 1923 | 2340 | |
|---|
| 1924 | 2341 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q89) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q89) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1939 | 2356 | - **Option A** (always fly over) is not possible when altitude is insufficient. |
|---|
| 1940 | 2357 | - **Option C** (tight turn near the ground) risks a stall-spin accident. |
|---|
| 1941 | 2358 | - **Option D** (near a pylon) is where clearance is minimal. |
|---|
| 2359 | + |
|---|
| 2360 | + |
|---|
| 2361 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2362 | + |
|---|
| 2363 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q130 p.204](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=204) (score: 0.24) |
|---|
| 2364 | +- PDF Answer: D |
|---|
| 1942 | 2365 | |
|---|
| 1943 | 2366 | ### Q90: What is the standard spin recovery procedure when the manufacturer has not specified one? ^t70q90 |
|---|
| 1944 | 2367 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1961 | 2384 | - **Option B** uses ailerons, which can deepen the spin. |
|---|
| 1962 | 2385 | - **Option D** uses ailerons instead of rudder as the primary anti-spin control, which is incorrect. |
|---|
| 1963 | 2386 | |
|---|
| 2387 | + |
|---|
| 2388 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2389 | + |
|---|
| 2390 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 1964 | 2391 | ### Q91: Unless ATC instructs otherwise, how should the approach to an aerodrome be carried out in a glider? ^t70q91 |
|---|
| 1965 | 2392 | |
|---|
| 1966 | 2393 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q91) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q91) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1982 | 2409 | |
|---|
| 1983 | 2410 | - **ATC** = Air Traffic Control |
|---|
| 1984 | 2411 | - **VFR** = Visual Flight Rules |
|---|
| 2412 | + |
|---|
| 2413 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2414 | + |
|---|
| 2415 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 1985 | 2416 | ### Q92: You are flying a fast glider along a slope and spot a slower glider ahead at approximately the same altitude. How do you respond? ^t70q92 |
|---|
| 1986 | 2417 | |
|---|
| 1987 | 2418 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q92) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q92) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 1999 | 2430 | |
|---|
| 2000 | 2431 | In mountain flying, to overtake a slower glider on a slope, pass on the side away from the slope (valley side). This rule is consistent with the right-of-way for climbing gliders. |
|---|
| 2001 | 2432 | |
|---|
| 2433 | + |
|---|
| 2434 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2435 | + |
|---|
| 2436 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2002 | 2437 | ### Q93: In flight, the rudder jams in the neutral position. How do you react? ^t70q93 |
|---|
| 2003 | 2438 | |
|---|
| 2004 | 2439 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q93) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q93) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2015 | 2450 | #### Explanation |
|---|
| 2016 | 2451 | |
|---|
| 2017 | 2452 | If the rudder jams in flight, control the glider with elevator and ailerons. Make shallow turns and land immediately. |
|---|
| 2453 | + |
|---|
| 2454 | + |
|---|
| 2455 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2456 | + |
|---|
| 2457 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q84 p.196](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=196) (score: 0.26) |
|---|
| 2458 | +- PDF Answer: D |
|---|
| 2018 | 2459 | |
|---|
| 2019 | 2460 | ### Q94: At the start of an aerotow, the glider rolls over the tow rope. What do you do? ^t70q94 |
|---|
| 2020 | 2461 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2033 | 2474 | |
|---|
| 2034 | 2475 | If the glider rolls over the tow rope, immediately releasing the rope is the only correct action. |
|---|
| 2035 | 2476 | |
|---|
| 2477 | + |
|---|
| 2478 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2479 | + |
|---|
| 2480 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q97 p.198](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=198) (score: 0.31) |
|---|
| 2481 | +- PDF Answer: C |
|---|
| 2482 | + |
|---|
| 2036 | 2483 | ### Q95: The tow rope breaks on the tug's side before reaching safety height. How must the glider pilot react? ^t70q95 |
|---|
| 2037 | 2484 | |
|---|
| 2038 | 2485 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q95) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q95) |
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| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2049 | 2496 | #### Explanation |
|---|
| 2050 | 2497 | |
|---|
| 2051 | 2498 | If the rope breaks on the tow plane side below safety height: actuate the release handle twice (verification) and land straight ahead in the runway extension. Avoid turning. |
|---|
| 2499 | + |
|---|
| 2500 | + |
|---|
| 2501 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2502 | + |
|---|
| 2503 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q4 p.32](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=32) (score: 0.24) |
|---|
| 2504 | +- PDF Answer: D |
|---|
| 2052 | 2505 | |
|---|
| 2053 | 2506 | ### Q96: How do you fly the final approach in a strong crosswind? ^t70q96 |
|---|
| 2054 | 2507 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2067 | 2520 | |
|---|
| 2068 | 2521 | In strong crosswind on final, take a crab angle into the wind and increase speed slightly to maintain control. The sideslip can be used but crab is the primary method. |
|---|
| 2069 | 2522 | |
|---|
| 2523 | + |
|---|
| 2524 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2525 | + |
|---|
| 2526 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q133 p.205](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=205) (score: 0.27) |
|---|
| 2527 | +- PDF Answer: A |
|---|
| 2528 | + |
|---|
| 2070 | 2529 | ### Q97: How should a water landing be carried out? ^t70q97 |
|---|
| 2071 | 2530 | |
|---|
| 2072 | 2531 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q97) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q97) |
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| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2084 | 2543 | |
|---|
| 2085 | 2544 | For a water landing: tighten harnesses, close ventilation to prevent water entry, and land at slightly above normal speed for better control and to avoid nose-over. |
|---|
| 2086 | 2545 | |
|---|
| 2546 | + |
|---|
| 2547 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2548 | + |
|---|
| 2549 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2087 | 2550 | ### Q98: You enter a thermal with no other glider nearby. In which direction do you circle? ^t70q98 |
|---|
| 2088 | 2551 | |
|---|
| 2089 | 2552 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q98) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q98) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2101 | 2564 | |
|---|
| 2102 | 2565 | Without other gliders in the thermal, there is no prescribed spiraling direction. The pilot chooses freely. |
|---|
| 2103 | 2566 | |
|---|
| 2567 | + |
|---|
| 2568 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2569 | + |
|---|
| 2570 | +- [ ] ✓ [[Examen Blanc/Exa Blanc Série_2.pdf#page=5|Série 2 Q14 p.5]] |
|---|
| 2104 | 2571 | ### Q99: In a glider, how is altitude expressed? ^t70q99 |
|---|
| 2105 | 2572 | |
|---|
| 2106 | 2573 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q99) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q99) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2118 | 2585 | |
|---|
| 2119 | 2586 | Glider altitude is expressed according to the country overflown (altitude in feet or meters per local rules, or flight levels per airspace). Regulations vary by country. |
|---|
| 2120 | 2587 | |
|---|
| 2588 | + |
|---|
| 2589 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2590 | + |
|---|
| 2591 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2121 | 2592 | ### Q100: Without manufacturer-specific guidance, what is the standard spin recovery procedure? ^t70q100 |
|---|
| 2122 | 2593 | |
|---|
| 2123 | 2594 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q100) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q100) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2135 | 2606 | |
|---|
| 2136 | 2607 | Standard spin recovery: 1) Identify direction, 2) Opposite rudder, 3) Ailerons neutral, 4) Slight forward stick, 5) Pull out after rotation stops. |
|---|
| 2137 | 2608 | |
|---|
| 2609 | + |
|---|
| 2610 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2611 | + |
|---|
| 2612 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2138 | 2613 | ### Q101: May changes be made at an accident site where a person has been injured, beyond essential rescue measures? ^t70q101 |
|---|
| 2139 | 2614 | |
|---|
| 2140 | 2615 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q101) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q101) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2152 | 2627 | |
|---|
| 2153 | 2628 | Modifying an accident site is prohibited without formal authorization from the investigation authority, except for essential rescue measures. |
|---|
| 2154 | 2629 | |
|---|
| 2630 | + |
|---|
| 2631 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2632 | + |
|---|
| 2633 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2155 | 2634 | ### Q102: The pilot loses sight of the tow plane during aerotow. How must he react? ^t70q102 |
|---|
| 2156 | 2635 | |
|---|
| 2157 | 2636 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q102) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q102) |
|---|
| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2169 | 2648 | |
|---|
| 2170 | 2649 | If the pilot loses sight of the tow plane, immediately release the rope. Continuing tow flight without seeing the tow plane is extremely dangerous. |
|---|
| 2171 | 2650 | |
|---|
| 2651 | + |
|---|
| 2652 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2653 | + |
|---|
| 2654 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2172 | 2655 | ### Q103: Is wearing a parachute compulsory in gliders? ^t70q103 |
|---|
| 2173 | 2656 | |
|---|
| 2174 | 2657 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q103) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q103) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2189 | 2672 | #### Key Terms |
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| 2190 | 2673 | |
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| 2191 | 2674 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
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| 2675 | + |
|---|
| 2676 | +#### Source |
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| 2677 | + |
|---|
| 2678 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q124 p.203](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=203) (score: 0.36) |
|---|
| 2679 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 2680 | + |
|---|
| 2192 | 2681 | ### Q104: You need to land on a 400 m field with a moderate tailwind. How do you fly the final approach? ^t70q104 |
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| 2193 | 2682 | |
|---|
| 2194 | 2683 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q104) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q104) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2205 | 2694 | #### Explanation |
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| 2206 | 2695 | |
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| 2207 | 2696 | With tailwind on a 400 m field: approach slightly above minimum speed and at a lower height than with headwind. Tailwind increases ground speed. |
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| 2697 | + |
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| 2698 | + |
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| 2699 | +#### Source |
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| 2700 | + |
|---|
| 2701 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q125 p.203](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=203) (score: 0.28) |
|---|
| 2702 | +- PDF Answer: A |
|---|
| 2208 | 2703 | |
|---|
| 2209 | 2704 | ### Q105: You see a motor glider with its engine running at the same altitude approaching from your right. How do you react? ^t70q105 |
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| 2210 | 2705 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2223 | 2718 | |
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| 2224 | 2719 | A powered motorglider coming from the right has right of way (converging routes rule). You must give way to the right to let it pass. |
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| 2225 | 2720 | |
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| 2721 | + |
|---|
| 2722 | +#### Source |
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| 2723 | + |
|---|
| 2724 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q88 p.21](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=21) (score: 0.31) |
|---|
| 2725 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 2726 | + |
|---|
| 2226 | 2727 | ### Q106: You are flying in a glider-specific restricted zone (LS-R). What cloud separation distances must you observe? (vertical/horizontal) ^t70q106 |
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| 2227 | 2728 | |
|---|
| 2228 | 2729 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q106) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q106) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2239 | 2740 | #### Explanation |
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| 2240 | 2741 | |
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| 2241 | 2742 | In a glider-specific restricted zone (LS-R), reduced distances apply: 50 m vertically and 100 m horizontally from clouds (instead of standard distances). |
|---|
| 2743 | + |
|---|
| 2744 | + |
|---|
| 2745 | +#### Source |
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| 2746 | + |
|---|
| 2747 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q82 p.20](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=20) (score: 0.41) |
|---|
| 2748 | +- PDF Answer: C |
|---|
| 2242 | 2749 | |
|---|
| 2243 | 2750 | ### Q107: What is the correct sequence for abandoning a glider and bailing out by parachute? ^t70q107 |
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| 2244 | 2751 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
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| 2257 | 2764 | |
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| 2258 | 2765 | In case of parachute bailout: 1) Release canopy 2) Unfasten harness 3) Jump 4) Open parachute. Order is crucial for safety. |
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| 2259 | 2766 | |
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| 2767 | + |
|---|
| 2768 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2769 | + |
|---|
| 2770 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q127 p.204](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=204) (score: 0.41) |
|---|
| 2771 | +- PDF Answer: B |
|---|
| 2772 | + |
|---|
| 2260 | 2773 | ### Q108: How should a landing on a slope be performed? ^t70q108 |
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| 2261 | 2774 | |
|---|
| 2262 | 2775 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q108) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q108) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2273 | 2786 | #### Explanation |
|---|
| 2274 | 2787 | |
|---|
| 2275 | 2788 | Landing on a slope: always downhill into the wind. Uphill + tailwind would dangerously extend the landing distance. |
|---|
| 2789 | + |
|---|
| 2790 | + |
|---|
| 2791 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2792 | + |
|---|
| 2793 | +- Examen Blanc: [S1S Q7 p.13](Exa%20Blanc%20Série_1_Specifiques.pdf#page=13) (score: 0.22) |
|---|
| 2794 | +- PDF Answer: A |
|---|
| 2276 | 2795 | |
|---|
| 2277 | 2796 | ### Q109: Which type of terrain is particularly well suited for an off-field landing? ^t70q109 |
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| 2278 | 2797 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2291 | 2810 | |
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| 2292 | 2811 | The best field for an off-field landing is a large flat field, oriented into the wind, free of obstacles on the approach axis. |
|---|
| 2293 | 2812 | |
|---|
| 2813 | + |
|---|
| 2814 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2815 | + |
|---|
| 2816 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q128 p.204](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=204) (score: 0.24) |
|---|
| 2817 | +- [QuizVDS Q15](../../Examen%20Blanc/QuizVDS/70%20-%20Operational%20Procedures.md#^q15): Answer C |
|---|
| 2818 | +- PDF Answer: D |
|---|
| 2819 | + |
|---|
| 2294 | 2820 | ### Q110: An off-field landing ends in a ground loop caused by an obstacle. The fuselage breaks near the rudder. What must be done? ^t70q110 |
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| 2295 | 2821 | |
|---|
| 2296 | 2822 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q110) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q110) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2307 | 2833 | #### Explanation |
|---|
| 2308 | 2834 | |
|---|
| 2309 | 2835 | A fuselage broken near the rudder after a ground loop = serious accident. Immediately notify the accident investigation bureau (via REGA if necessary). |
|---|
| 2836 | + |
|---|
| 2837 | + |
|---|
| 2838 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2839 | + |
|---|
| 2840 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q132 p.205](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=205) (score: 0.21) |
|---|
| 2841 | +- PDF Answer: D |
|---|
| 2310 | 2842 | |
|---|
| 2311 | 2843 | ### Q111: A glider pilot must make an off-field landing in mountainous terrain. The only available landing site has a steep incline. How should the landing be executed? ^t70q111 |
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| 2312 | 2844 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
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| 2325 | 2857 | |
|---|
| 2326 | 2858 | When an off-field landing on inclined terrain is unavoidable, the correct technique is to approach with increased speed and perform a quick, firm flare to match the glider's pitch attitude to the slope angle at touchdown — this minimises the relative vertical velocity on contact. Landing down a ridge (option A) dramatically increases ground speed and roll-out distance, risking a collision with terrain ahead. Approaching parallel to the ridge (option D) ignores the slope problem. Minimum speed (option B) leaves no energy margin for the flare on sloped ground. |
|---|
| 2327 | 2859 | |
|---|
| 2860 | + |
|---|
| 2861 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2862 | + |
|---|
| 2863 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2328 | 2864 | ### Q112: On final approach, you realise the landing gear was not extended. How should the landing be performed? ^t70q112 |
|---|
| 2329 | 2865 | |
|---|
| 2330 | 2866 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q112) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q112) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2342 | 2878 | |
|---|
| 2343 | 2879 | If the gear is not extended on final approach and there is insufficient height to safely extend it, the safest action is to complete a gear-up landing at minimum speed, accepting a belly-landing with controlled, gentle touchdown. Extending gear at the last moment (option B) risks an asymmetric or partially extended gear, which is more dangerous. Retracting flaps to buy time (option A) alters the approach profile unpredictably close to the ground. Landing without gear at higher speed (option C) worsens the damage and increases risk of injury. |
|---|
| 2344 | 2880 | |
|---|
| 2881 | + |
|---|
| 2882 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2883 | + |
|---|
| 2884 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2345 | 2885 | ### Q113: At what height during a winch launch may the maximum pitch attitude be adopted? ^t70q113 |
|---|
| 2346 | 2886 | |
|---|
| 2347 | 2887 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q113) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q113) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2362 | 2902 | #### Key Terms |
|---|
| 2363 | 2903 | |
|---|
| 2364 | 2904 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
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| 2905 | + |
|---|
| 2906 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2907 | + |
|---|
| 2908 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 2365 | 2909 | ### Q114: What factors must be considered for approach and landing speed? ^t70q114 |
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| 2366 | 2910 | |
|---|
| 2367 | 2911 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q114) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q114) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2381 | 2925 | |
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| 2382 | 2926 | - **Options A, B, and D** are incomplete; option C correctly names both weight and wind speed. |
|---|
| 2383 | 2927 | |
|---|
| 2928 | + |
|---|
| 2929 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2930 | + |
|---|
| 2931 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 2384 | 2932 | ### Q115: How can you determine wind direction when making an out-landing? ^t70q115 |
|---|
| 2385 | 2933 | |
|---|
| 2386 | 2934 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q115) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q115) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2398 | 2946 | |
|---|
| 2399 | 2947 | During an outlanding, visual cues in the environment are the most reliable and immediately available indicators of wind direction and strength: smoke drifting from chimneys, flags, and rippling crops clearly show the current local wind. A weather forecast (option D) may not reflect local conditions precisely at that moment. Radio contact with other pilots (option B) is unreliable and slow. The windsock at the departure airfield (option A) is irrelevant to conditions at the outlanding site. |
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| 2400 | 2948 | |
|---|
| 2949 | + |
|---|
| 2950 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2951 | + |
|---|
| 2952 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 2401 | 2953 | ### Q116: What landing technique is recommended for a downhill grass area? ^t70q116 |
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| 2402 | 2954 | |
|---|
| 2403 | 2955 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q116) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q116) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2415 | 2967 | |
|---|
| 2416 | 2968 | On a downhill grass area, landing uphill means the aircraft is climbing toward the ground, which naturally decelerates the glider and shortens the roll-out — this is the recommended technique. Landing diagonally downhill (option C) risks ground-looping. Using wheel brakes without airbrakes (option D) may be ineffective or cause a nose-over on rough terrain. Landing with gear retracted and stalled (option A) is dangerous and unnecessary. |
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| 2417 | 2969 | |
|---|
| 2970 | + |
|---|
| 2971 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2972 | + |
|---|
| 2973 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 2418 | 2974 | ### Q117: What must be verified before any change of direction during glide? ^t70q117 |
|---|
| 2419 | 2975 | |
|---|
| 2420 | 2976 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q117) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q117) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2431 | 2987 | #### Explanation |
|---|
| 2432 | 2988 | |
|---|
| 2433 | 2989 | Before initiating any turn during flight, the pilot must first check that the airspace in the intended direction is clear of other aircraft, obstacles, and restricted areas. A coordinated turn (option A) is always desirable but is secondary to the lookout. Thermal clouds (option C) and loose objects (option B) are not safety priorities before a heading change. Collision avoidance through a proper lookout is the primary concern. |
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| 2990 | + |
|---|
| 2991 | + |
|---|
| 2992 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 2993 | + |
|---|
| 2994 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q148 p.34](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=34) (score: 0.21) |
|---|
| 2995 | +- [QuizVDS Q60](../../Examen%20Blanc/QuizVDS/70%20-%20Operational%20Procedures.md#^q60): Answer D |
|---|
| 2996 | +- PDF Answer: B |
|---|
| 2434 | 2997 | |
|---|
| 2435 | 2998 | ### Q118: Before a winch launch you detect a light tailwind. What must be considered? ^t70q118 |
|---|
| 2436 | 2999 | |
|---|
| .. | .. |
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| 2449 | 3012 | |
|---|
| 2450 | 3013 | A tailwind during winch launch means the aircraft has a lower airspeed relative to the ground at any given ground speed, so more ground roll is needed before reaching flying speed — liftoff takes longer and the pilot must monitor the airspeed carefully. Tailwind does not reduce the required cable tension rating (option A). Tailwind from behind reduces effective airspeed, so the roll is longer, not shorter (option D is incorrect). Pulling back immediately after liftoff in a tailwind is hazardous (option C). |
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| 2451 | 3014 | |
|---|
| 3015 | + |
|---|
| 3016 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 3017 | + |
|---|
| 3018 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2452 | 3019 | ### Q119: During the approach for landing in a strong crosswind, how should the base-to-final turn be flown? ^t70q119 |
|---|
| 2453 | 3020 | |
|---|
| 2454 | 3021 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q119) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q119) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2468 | 3035 | |
|---|
| 2469 | 3036 | - **Options A and C** allow up to 60° bank, which is excessive and dangerous near the ground. |
|---|
| 2470 | 3037 | |
|---|
| 3038 | + |
|---|
| 3039 | +#### Source |
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| 3040 | + |
|---|
| 3041 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 2471 | 3042 | ### Q120: While thermalling, another sailplane follows closely behind. What should you do to avoid a collision? ^t70q120 |
|---|
| 2472 | 3043 | |
|---|
| 2473 | 3044 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q120) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q120) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2485 | 3056 | |
|---|
| 2486 | 3057 | When two sailplanes are circling in the same thermal in close proximity, the most effective way to create separation is to increase speed, which increases the turn radius and moves the faster aircraft to a position opposite in the circle (180° apart), creating the maximum safe separation. Reducing speed (option C) tightens the radius and closes the gap. Reducing bank (option B) also increases radius but slowly. Increasing bank (option A) makes the glider smaller in profile but does not solve the proximity problem. |
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| 2487 | 3058 | |
|---|
| 3059 | + |
|---|
| 3060 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 3061 | + |
|---|
| 3062 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2488 | 3063 | ### Q121: What altitudes should be planned for the landing pattern phases in a glider? ^t70q121 |
|---|
| 2489 | 3064 | |
|---|
| 2490 | 3065 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q121) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q121) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2505 | 3080 | #### Key Terms |
|---|
| 2506 | 3081 | |
|---|
| 2507 | 3082 | AGL = Above Ground Level |
|---|
| 3083 | + |
|---|
| 3084 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 3085 | + |
|---|
| 3086 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2508 | 3087 | ### Q122: How should a glider be secured when strong winds are observed? ^t70q122 |
|---|
| 2509 | 3088 | |
|---|
| 2510 | 3089 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q122) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q122) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2522 | 3101 | |
|---|
| 2523 | 3102 | In strong winds, the windward (upwind) wing should be placed on the ground to prevent the wind from getting under it and flipping the aircraft. The wing is then weighted down with a sandbag or similar weight, and the control surfaces (rudder) are secured to prevent them from being damaged by aerodynamic buffeting. Pointing the nose into wind (options A and B) presents a large fuselage surface to cross-gusts and does not protect the wings. Placing the downwind wing on the ground (option C) allows the upwind wing to be lifted by the wind. |
|---|
| 2524 | 3103 | |
|---|
| 3104 | + |
|---|
| 3105 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 3106 | + |
|---|
| 3107 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2525 | 3108 | ### Q123: What must be considered when crossing mountain ridges? ^t70q123 |
|---|
| 2526 | 3109 | |
|---|
| 2527 | 3110 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q123) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q123) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2539 | 3122 | |
|---|
| 2540 | 3123 | Mountain ridges produce significant turbulence on the lee side and in the rotor zone, but turbulence can also occur directly at the ridge crest. Flying slightly faster than normal provides better control authority and reduces the risk of a stall in turbulence. Reducing to minimum speed (option B) is dangerous as turbulence could cause the aircraft to stall. Overflight of national parks (option A) is a regulatory matter, not a primary safety consideration when crossing ridges. Circling birds indicate thermals (option C) but this does not address the turbulence hazard of ridge crossing. |
|---|
| 2541 | 3124 | |
|---|
| 3125 | + |
|---|
| 3126 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 3127 | + |
|---|
| 3128 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2542 | 3129 | ### Q124: What does "buffeting" felt through the elevator stick indicate? ^t70q124 |
|---|
| 2543 | 3130 | |
|---|
| 2544 | 3131 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q124) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q124) |
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| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2559 | 3146 | #### Key Terms |
|---|
| 2560 | 3147 | |
|---|
| 2561 | 3148 | CG = Centre of Gravity |
|---|
| 3149 | + |
|---|
| 3150 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 3151 | + |
|---|
| 3152 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2562 | 3153 | ### Q125: When must a pre-flight check be performed? ^t70q125 |
|---|
| 2563 | 3154 | |
|---|
| 2564 | 3155 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q125) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q125) |
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| .. | .. |
|---|
| 2578 | 3169 | |
|---|
| 2579 | 3170 | - **Option B** ('before every flight') is too broad and would be burdensome; it is the daily first-flight and pilot-change rule that is standard practice. |
|---|
| 2580 | 3171 | |
|---|
| 3172 | + |
|---|
| 3173 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 3174 | + |
|---|
| 3175 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
|---|
| 2581 | 3176 | ### Q126: How is the term "flight time" defined? ^t70q126 |
|---|
| 2582 | 3177 | |
|---|
| 2583 | 3178 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q126) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q126) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2602 | 3197 | #### Key Terms |
|---|
| 2603 | 3198 | |
|---|
| 2604 | 3199 | ICAO = International Civil Aviation Organization |
|---|
| 3200 | + |
|---|
| 3201 | +#### Source |
|---|
| 3202 | + |
|---|
| 3203 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q177 p.40](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=40) (score: 0.28) |
|---|
| 3204 | +- [QuizVDS Q2](../../Examen%20Blanc/QuizVDS/70%20-%20Operational%20Procedures.md#^q2): Answer C |
|---|
| 3205 | +- PDF Answer: C |
|---|
| 3206 | + |
|---|
| 2605 | 3207 | ### Q127: During approach, the tower reports: "Wind 15 knots, gusts 25 knots." How should the landing be performed? ^t70q127 |
|---|
| 2606 | 3208 | |
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| 2607 | 3209 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q127) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q127) |
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| 2619 | 3221 | |
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| 2620 | 3222 | With strong gusts (here: wind 15 kt, gusts 25 kt — a 10 kt spread), the pilot must add a gust allowance to the normal approach speed to ensure that a sudden drop in airspeed caused by a gust does not reduce speed below the stall speed. Firm rudder inputs are needed to correct attitude changes caused by the gusty conditions. Minimum speed (option A) provides no safety margin in gusts. Normal speed without gust correction (option C) is insufficient. Avoiding spoilers/airbrakes (option B) removes the ability to control the glide path precisely. |
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| 2621 | 3223 | |
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| 3224 | + |
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| 3225 | +#### Source |
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| 3226 | + |
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| 3227 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 2622 | 3228 | ### Q128: What does buffeting felt through the elevator stick indicate? ^t70q128 |
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| 2623 | 3229 | |
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| 2624 | 3230 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q128) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q128) |
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| 2644 | 3250 | |
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| 2645 | 3251 | CG = Centre of Gravity |
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| 2646 | 3252 | |
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| 3253 | + |
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| 3254 | +#### Source |
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| 3255 | + |
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| 3256 | +- [?] Source non identifiée |
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| 2647 | 3257 | ### Q129: Which system is available at every aerodrome for meteorological briefing for glider flights? ^t70q129 |
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| 2648 | 3258 | |
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| 2649 | 3259 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q129) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q129) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2662 | 3272 | AMIE (Automated Meteorological Information for Enquirers) is the automated weather briefing system available at all Swiss aerodromes. It provides pilots with standardised pre-flight weather information for glider operations. |
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| 2663 | 3273 | |
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| 2664 | 3274 | --- |
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| 3275 | + |
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| 3276 | + |
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| 3277 | +#### Source |
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| 3278 | + |
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| 3279 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q45 p.187](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=187) (score: 0.52) |
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| 3280 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 2665 | 3281 | |
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| 2666 | 3282 | ### Q130: In which section of the AIP can you find specific regulations for glider operations in Switzerland? ^t70q130 |
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| 2667 | 3283 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2682 | 3298 | |
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| 2683 | 3299 | --- |
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| 2684 | 3300 | |
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| 3301 | + |
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| 3302 | +#### Source |
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| 3303 | + |
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| 3304 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q45 p.187](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=187) (score: 0.40) |
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| 3305 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 3306 | + |
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| 2685 | 3307 | ### Q131: What does the manoeuvring speed V(A) represent? ^t70q131 |
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| 2686 | 3308 | |
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| 2687 | 3309 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q131) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q131) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2700 | 3322 | V(A) is the manoeuvring speed - the maximum speed at which full and abrupt control deflections can be applied without exceeding the structural design limits of the aircraft. Below V(A), the wing will stall before structural damage occurs. |
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| 2701 | 3323 | |
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| 2702 | 3324 | --- |
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| 3325 | + |
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| 3326 | + |
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| 3327 | +#### Source |
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| 3328 | + |
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| 3329 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q49 p.188](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=188) (score: 0.79) |
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| 3330 | +- PDF Answer: A |
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| 2703 | 3331 | |
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| 2704 | 3332 | ### Q132: A glide ratio of 45 means: ^t70q132 |
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| 2705 | 3333 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2724 | 3352 | |
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| 2725 | 3353 | --- |
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| 2726 | 3354 | |
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| 3355 | + |
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| 3356 | +#### Source |
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| 3357 | + |
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| 3358 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q35 p.187](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=187) (score: 1.00) |
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| 3359 | +- PDF Answer: D |
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| 3360 | + |
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| 2727 | 3361 | ### Q133: What is the risk of flying a glider above V(NE)? ^t70q133 |
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| 2728 | 3362 | |
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| 2729 | 3363 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q133) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q133) |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2742 | 3376 | Exceeding V(NE) (never-exceed speed) risks aeroelastic flutter - a self-sustaining, potentially catastrophic oscillation of structural components. Flutter can develop rapidly and lead to structural failure. V(NE) is the absolute speed limit that must never be exceeded. |
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| 2743 | 3377 | |
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| 2744 | 3378 | --- |
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| 3379 | + |
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| 3380 | + |
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| 3381 | +#### Source |
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| 3382 | + |
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| 3383 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q27 p.185](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=185) (score: 1.00) |
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| 3384 | +- PDF Answer: C |
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| 2745 | 3385 | |
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| 2746 | 3386 | ### Q134: In which speed range can structural overload occur? ^t70q134 |
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| 2747 | 3387 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2762 | 3402 | |
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| 2763 | 3403 | --- |
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| 2764 | 3404 | |
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| 3405 | + |
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| 3406 | +#### Source |
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| 3407 | + |
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| 3408 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q81 p.228](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=228) (score: 0.80) |
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| 3409 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 3410 | + |
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| 2765 | 3411 | ### Q135: Compared to straight and level flight, the stall speed in a banked turn is: ^t70q135 |
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| 2766 | 3412 | |
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| 2767 | 3413 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q135) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q135) |
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| 2780 | 3426 | In a banked turn, the wing must support a higher load factor (n = 1/cos(bank angle)) to maintain altitude. Since stall speed increases with the square root of the load factor, stall speed increases significantly in steep turns. At 60° bank, stall speed is 1.41 times the wings-level value. |
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| 2781 | 3427 | |
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| 2782 | 3428 | --- |
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| 3429 | + |
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| 3430 | + |
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| 3431 | +#### Source |
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| 3432 | + |
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| 3433 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q26 p.185](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=185) (score: 1.00) |
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| 3434 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 2783 | 3435 | |
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| 2784 | 3436 | ### Q136: What is the consequence of repeatedly exceeding the maximum permissible load factor? ^t70q136 |
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| 2785 | 3437 | |
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| .. | .. |
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| 2800 | 3452 | |
|---|
| 2801 | 3453 | --- |
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| 2802 | 3454 | |
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| 3455 | + |
|---|
| 3456 | +#### Source |
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| 3457 | + |
|---|
| 3458 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q31 p.186](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=186) (score: 0.81) |
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| 3459 | +- PDF Answer: C |
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| 3460 | + |
|---|
| 2803 | 3461 | ### Q137: Why is it dangerous to fly at minimum speed in strong turbulence? ^t70q137 |
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| 2804 | 3462 | |
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| 2805 | 3463 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q137) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q137) |
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| 2818 | 3476 | In turbulence, gusts can change the effective angle of attack suddenly. Flying near minimum speed (close to stall) leaves almost no margin: a downward gust can instantly push the wing beyond the critical angle of attack, causing an unexpected stall. The recommended turbulence penetration speed provides adequate stall margin. |
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| 2819 | 3477 | |
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| 2820 | 3478 | --- |
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| 3479 | + |
|---|
| 3480 | + |
|---|
| 3481 | +#### Source |
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| 3482 | + |
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| 3483 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q33 p.186](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=186) (score: 1.00) |
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| 3484 | +- PDF Answer: D |
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| 2821 | 3485 | |
|---|
| 2822 | 3486 | ### Q138: When lost and uncertain of your position, which radio service can provide a bearing to help you navigate? ^t70q138 |
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| 2823 | 3487 | |
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| 2838 | 3502 | |
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| 2839 | 3503 | --- |
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| 2840 | 3504 | |
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| 3505 | + |
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| 3506 | +#### Source |
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| 3507 | + |
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| 3508 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q107 p.200](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=200) (score: 0.68) |
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| 3509 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 3510 | + |
|---|
| 2841 | 3511 | ### Q139: What colour coding identifies medical oxygen cylinders approved for aviation use? ^t70q139 |
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| 2842 | 3512 | |
|---|
| 2843 | 3513 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q139) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q139) |
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| 2857 | 3527 | |
|---|
| 2858 | 3528 | --- |
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| 2859 | 3529 | |
|---|
| 3530 | + |
|---|
| 3531 | +#### Source |
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| 3532 | + |
|---|
| 3533 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q121 p.203](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=203) (score: 0.82) |
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| 3534 | +- PDF Answer: B |
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| 3535 | + |
|---|
| 2860 | 3536 | ### Q140: Which external factor most significantly reduces the strength of a parachute? ^t70q140 |
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| 2861 | 3537 | |
|---|
| 2862 | 3538 | [DE](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20DE/70%20-%20Betriebliche%20Verfahren.md#^t70q140) · [FR](../SPL%20Exam%20Questions%20FR/70%20-%20Proc%C3%A9dures%20op%C3%A9rationnelles.md#^t70q140) |
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| 2874 | 3550 | |
|---|
| 2875 | 3551 | UV radiation from sunlight degrades nylon and other synthetic fibres used in parachute canopies and lines. Even brief exposure to direct sunlight causes measurable strength reduction, which is why parachutes must be stored away from light, regularly inspected, and repacked by qualified riggers within mandatory intervals. |
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| 2876 | 3552 | |
|---|
| 3553 | + |
|---|
| 3554 | + |
|---|
| 3555 | +#### Source |
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| 3556 | + |
|---|
| 3557 | +- Examen Blanc: [VV Q123 p.203](Questionnaire%20toutes%20branches%20VV.pdf#page=203) (score: 1.00) |
|---|
| 3558 | +- PDF Answer: D |
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