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Quiz about Around the Flight Line USA
Quiz about Around the Flight Line USA

Around the Flight Line (USA) Trivia Quiz


Test your knowledge of basic ground operations at United States military and civilian airfields.

A multiple-choice quiz by Montyd. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
Montyd
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
365,773
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
301
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Question 1 of 10
1. What name is given to the individual who uses hand signals to communicate with aircrew and direct aircraft movements on the ground? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Which US Navy position is similar to a crew chief in the US Air Force? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. What printed message is written on the back of vehicles used to direct aircraft on an airfield? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Wind may become a factor for aircraft maintenance and operations. What device is a quick reference of wind direction and velocity? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Which wing tip navigation light is red? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. What color lights are used by a civilian airfield's beacon light? This is the large rotating light that pilots can see from many miles/kilometers away to find a fixed wing land runway. Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Military aircraft mechanics are authorized to work on aircraft they are trained and qualified on. What is the civilian authorization to work on aircraft? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Which of the following is an aviation fuel? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. What device can power an aircraft's electrical system without the main engines operating? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. These modifications are installed on older freight and passenger aircraft to reduce engine noise. The B-727 and DC-8 are good examples. Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. What name is given to the individual who uses hand signals to communicate with aircrew and direct aircraft movements on the ground?

Answer: Marshaller

The marshaller may use hand-held "wands" or paddles to increase visibility with the pilot.
2. Which US Navy position is similar to a crew chief in the US Air Force?

Answer: Plane Captain

Plane Captains are enlisted mechanics that ensure Naval aircraft are safe for flight operations. Many hours are spent conducting inspections and preflight preparations for their assigned aircraft. They are also known as "Brown Shirts" due to their distinct uniforms.
3. What printed message is written on the back of vehicles used to direct aircraft on an airfield?

Answer: Follow Me

"Follow Me" trucks or cars often meet aircraft that are not familiar with the parking locations of a particular airfield.
4. Wind may become a factor for aircraft maintenance and operations. What device is a quick reference of wind direction and velocity?

Answer: Wind Sock

You probably could use any of the others for a rough idea, but a wind sock is purpose built for wind observation.
5. Which wing tip navigation light is red?

Answer: Left Wing

Red is left. Green is right.
6. What color lights are used by a civilian airfield's beacon light? This is the large rotating light that pilots can see from many miles/kilometers away to find a fixed wing land runway.

Answer: White and green

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidance states that white and green is the flash pattern for civilian airfields. The pattern at military airfields is slightly different, with a white, white and green flash pattern.
7. Military aircraft mechanics are authorized to work on aircraft they are trained and qualified on. What is the civilian authorization to work on aircraft?

Answer: A&P Certification

A&P certification is administrated by the FAA. You will have to take written, oral and practical exams for certification.
8. Which of the following is an aviation fuel?

Answer: Jet A-1

Jet A-1 is a kerosene type fuel with an anti-static addition.
9. What device can power an aircraft's electrical system without the main engines operating?

Answer: APU

The APU or Auxiliary Power Unit is a small jet engine usually located somewhere in the fuselage.
10. These modifications are installed on older freight and passenger aircraft to reduce engine noise. The B-727 and DC-8 are good examples.

Answer: Hush Kit

Most Hush Kits use ambient air, sound absorbing material and redesigned exhaust nozzles to reduce noise.
Source: Author Montyd

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