Aerodromes and Airports

3 Topics

Fire Prevention

8 Topics | 1 Quiz

Apron, Movement and Manoeuvring Areas

Fire Prevention

Applicability of Airport Certification

Transport Canada’s Responsibilities

Operator’s Responsibilities

Airport Certification Process

Airport Zoning Restrictions

Knowledge Check

Aerodrome Markers and Markings

12 Topics

Design Criteria

Runway Designation

Threshold Markings

Touchdown Zone Marking and Aiming Point

Blast Pad & Stopway

Runway Turn Pad

Takeoff or Landing Area Boundary Markers

Runway Holding Position Markings

Declared Distances

Closed Markings

3 Topics

Closed Runway Markings

Closed Taxiway Markings

Unserviceable Area Markers

3 Topics

Information Signs

Mandatory Instruction Signs

Illumination of Airside Signs

Obstruction Marking and Lighting

3 Topics

Wind Direction Indicator

2 Topics | 1 Quiz

Knowledge Check

Aerodrome Lighting

Minimum Night Lighting Requirements at Aerodromes

Aerodrome Beacon

Runway Lighting

9 Topics

Runway Edge Lights

Runway Threshold Lights and End Lights

Displaced Threshold Lighting

Runway Centreline Lighting

Runway Touchdown Zone Lighting

Rapid Exit Taxiway Lighting

Runway Guard Lights

Runway Threshold Identification Lights

Visual Alignment Guidance System

Taxiway Lighting

3 Topics

Taxiway Edge Lights

Taxiway Centreline Lights

Visual Approach Slope Indicator System (VASIS)

4 Topics

Visual Approach Slope Indicator (VASI)

Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI)

Eye to Wheel Height (EWH)

Aircraft Radio Control of Aerodrome Lighting

3 Topics

Approach Lighting

5 Topics

Low Intensity Approach Lighting System

Omnidirectional Approach Lighting System

5 Topics | 1 Quiz

Retro Reflective Markers

Unserviceable Area Lighting

Closed Manoeuvring Area

Emergency Lighting

Light Gun Signals

Knowledge Check

Personnel Licensing and Training

Flight Crew Permits Licensing and Ratings

4 Topics

Aviation Document Booklet

Recency Requirements

Regulatory Requirements

Private Pilot Privileges

Medical Requirements

3 Topics | 1 Quiz

Medical Validity Periods

Prohibition Regarding Exercise of Privileges

Knowledge Check

Airspace Structure Classification and Use

Airspace Structure

4 Topics

Northern Domestic Airspace (NDA)

High Level Controlled Airspace

Low Level Controlled Airspace

Airspace Classification

9 Topics

Class A Airspace

Class B Airspace

Class C Airspace

Class D Airspace

Class E Airspace

Class F Airspace

Class G Airspace

Other Airspace Divisions

6 Topics | 1 Quiz

Transponder Airspace

Altimeter Setting and Standard Pressure Region

Mountainous Region

Temporary Flight Restrictions

Air Defence Identification Zone

Flight Information Regions

Knowledge Check

Operating and Flight Rules

General Operating Rules

23 Topics | 1 Quiz

Reckless or Negligent Operation of Aircraft

Fitness of Flight Crew Members

Alcohol and Drugs

Compliance with Instructions

Aircraft Operating Limitations

Portable Electronic Devices

Fueling with Engines Running

Starting and Ground Running of Engines

Flight Over Built-Up Areas

Dropping of Objects

Formation Flight

Entering or Leaving an Aircraft in Flight

Aerobatic Manoeuvres

ATC Instructions and Clearances

Airspeed Limitations

Cruising Altitude and Flight Levels

Landing or Takeoff at Night

Day and Night Definition

Knowledge Check

Operational and Emergency Equipment Requirements

General Requirements

2 Topics

Requirements for Power-Driven Aircraft

Survival Equipment and Flight Over Water

3 Topics | 1 Quiz

Survival Equipment – Flight Over Land

Life Preservers and Floatation Devices

Life Rafts and Survival Equipment

Knowledge Check

Flight Preparation, Flight Plans and Flight Itineraries

Preflight Preparation

3 Topics

Resources Available to Pilots

Filing a Flight Plan or Flight Itinerary

Changes to a Flight Plan

2 Topics

VFR Flight Plans

IFR Flight Plans

Arrival Reports

3 Topics | 1 Quiz

Requirement to File an Arrival Report

Contents of an Arrival Report

Overdue Aircraft

Knowledge Check

Pre-Flight and Fuel Requirements

Fuel Requirements

3 Topics

Day VFR Fuel Requirements

Night VFR Fuel Requirements

Additional Fuel Requirements

Carry-on Baggage, Equipment and Cargo

2 Topics

Access to Emergency Exits and Equipment

Passenger Briefings

3 Topics | 1 Quiz

Flight Over Water

Pressurized Aircraft

Knowledge Check

Operations at or in the Vicinity of an Aerodrome and Visual Flight Rules

Operations at or in the Vicinity of an Aerodrome

9 Topics

General Operations

General Operations Within an MF Area

MF Reporting – General Requirements

MF Reporting – Manoeuvring Area

MF Reporting – Departure

MF Reporting – Arrival

MF Reporting – Continuous Circuits

MF Reporting – Flight Through an MF

Circuits – Uncontrolled Aerodromes

Visual Flight Rules

3 Topics | 1 Quiz

Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC)

VFR Over-The-Top

Knowledge Check

Normal and Emergency Radiocommunications

Normal Radiocommunications

2 Topics

Continuous Listening Watch

Communications Checks

Emergency Communications and Lost Communications

4 Topics | 1 Quiz

Two-Way Communication Failure in VFR Flight

Emergency Radio Frequency Capability

Interception of Aircraft and Instructions to Land

Knowledge Check

Aircraft Requirements

General Aircraft Requirements

4 Topics

Flight Authority

Availability of Aircraft Flight Manual

Markings and Placards

Unserviceable and Removed Equipment

Aircraft Equipment Requirements

6 Topics | 1 Quiz

Day VFR Equipment Requirements

Night VFR Equipment Requirements

Use of Position and Anti-Collision Lights

Use of Safety Belts and Restraint Systems

Oxygen Equipment and Supply

Knowledge Check

Transportation Safety Board (TSB)

Transportation Safety Board (TSB)

4 Topics

The TSB and Aviation Safety Investigations

Mandatory Reportable Incidents

Keeping and Preserving of Evidence

Air Traffic Services and Procedures

Air Traffic Services and Procedures

10 Topics | 1 Quiz

Air Traffic Control and Information

Flight Advisory and Information

Radar service – Clock Position System

ATC Clearances and Instructions

Wake Turbulence Separation

VFR Enroute Procedures

VFR Holding Procedure

Land and Hold Short Operations

VHF Direction Finder (VDF) Service

Prevention of Runway Incursions

Knowledge Check

Air Law Progress Check

1 Quiz

Air Law Progress Check

The Earth's Atmosphere

Composition and Physical Properties

3 Topics

Composition of the Atmosphere

Vertical Structure

The Standard Atmosphere

Atmospheric Pressure

8 Topics

Low Pressure Systems

High Pressure System

Pressure Gradient Force

Coriolis Effect

5 Topics | 1 Quiz

Effect of Pressure on Density

Effect of Temperature on Density

Effect of Altitude on Density

Effect of Humidity on Density

Knowledge Check

Meteorological Aspects of Altimetry

Pressure and Density Altitude

2 Topics

Pressure Altitude

Density Altitude

Effect of Non-Standard Temperature and Pressure

4 Topics | 1 Quiz

Surface Pressure Error

Temperature Errors

Calculating Terrain Clearance

Knowledge Check

Temperature and Moisture

3 Topics

Temperature Variation With Height

Temperature Inversions and Isothermal Layers

Atmospheric Heating and Cooling

3 Topics

Basics of Heat Transfer

Atmospheric Heating

Atmospheric Cooling

4 Topics | 1 Quiz

Relative Humidity and Dewpoint

Cloud Formation

Knowledge Check

Atmospheric Stability and Instability

Introduction to Stability

5 Topics

Positive Static Stability

Negative Static Stability

Neutral Static Stability

Adiabatic Process

2 Topics

Atmospheric Stability

Modification of Stability

2 Topics

Daytime Heating

Characteristics of Stable and Unstable Air

2 Topics

Lifting Processes

4 Topics | 1 Quiz

Orographic Lift

Knowledge Check

Clouds and Surface Based Layers

2 Topics

Formation and Structure

Surface Based Layers

6 Topics | 1 Quiz

Knowledge Check

Wind and Turbulence

11 Topics

Pressure Gradient Force

Veering and Backing

Squall and Gusts

Diurnal Variation

Land and Sea Breeze

Katabatic and Anabatic Winds

Topographical Effects

4 Topics | 1 Quiz

Reporting Criteria

Knowledge Check

Air Masses and Fronts

3 Topics

Definition and Classification

5 Topics | 1 Quiz

Stationary Front

Trough of Warm Air Aloft

Knowledge Check

Meteorological Hazards to Safety

9 Topics

Factors Affecting Ice Accretion

Supercooled Large Drops

Cloud Type and Icing

Effects of Icing

4 Topics | 1 Quiz

Requirements for Development

Knowledge Check

Weather Reports, Forecasts and Meteorological Services Available to Pilots

Meteorological Services Available to Pilots

3 Topics

Aviation Weather Briefing Service

Flight Service Stations

Flight Information Centres

Aviation Weather Reports

6 Topics

Aviation Routine Weather Report (METAR)

Pilot Reports (PIREP)

Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS)

Automated Weather Observation Station

Special Meteorological Reports (SPECI)

Use of the Term CAVOK

Aviation Forecasts

7 Topics | 1 Quiz

GFA – General

GFA – Clouds and Weather

GFA – Icing, Turbulence and Freezing Level

Terminal Area Forecast (TAF)

Upper Winds and Temperature Forecast (FD)

Airman’s Meteorological Advisory (AIRMET)

Significant Meteorological Information

Knowledge Check

Meteorology Progress Check

1 Quiz

Meteorology Progress Check

Airframes Engines and Systems

3 Topics

Landing Gears and Brakes

7 Topics

Reciprocating Engines

Four Stroke Cycle

Method of Cooling

Ignition System

9 Topics

Types of Fuel Systems

Fuel Contamination

Electrical System

6 Topics

Alternator and Generator

Ammeter and Load Meter

Circuit Breakers and Fuses

Lubricating Systems and Oils

3 Topics

System Types and Basic Components

Types of Engine Oil

Other Aircraft Systems

3 Topics | 1 Quiz

Knowledge Check

General Principles of Flight

Forces Acting on an Aeroplane

12 Topics

Bernoulli’s Principle

Newton’s Laws of Motion

Lift/Drag Ratio

Forces in a Turn

Forces in a Climb

Design of the Wing

8 Topics

Dihedral & Anhedral

Slots and Slats

7 Topics

Static Stability

Dynamic Stability

Longitudinal Stability

Lateral Stability

Directional Stability

Flight Controls

5 Topics | 1 Quiz

Knowledge Check

Flight Instruments

Pitot Static System

5 Topics

Vertical Speed Indicator

Airspeed Indicator

System Failures

Magnetic Compass

2 Topics

Gyroscopic Flight Instruments

4 Topics | 1 Quiz

Basic Principles

Turn Indicators

Attitude Indicator

Heading Indicator

Knowledge Check

Flight Operations

General Flight Operations

8 Topics

Pilot-In-Command Responsibilities

Winter Operations

Thunderstorm Avoidance

Mountain Flying Operations

Use of Landing Lights

Marshalling Signals

Aircraft Performance

6 Topics

Factors Affecting Performance

Canadian Runway Friction (CRFI)

Weight and Balance

6 Topics

Locating the CG

Load Adjustments

Cargo Tie Down and Passenger Loading

Normal and Utility Category

Wake Turbulence

3 Topics

Aircraft Critical Surface Contamination

4 Topics | 1 Quiz

Clean Aircraft Concept

Frozen Contaminants and Removal Techniques

Cold Soaking Phenomenon

De-ice and Anti-ice Fluids

Knowledge Check

Human Factors

Aviation Physiology

15 Topics

Hyperventilation

Visual Scanning Techniques

Orientation and Disorientation

Positive and Negative “G”

Sleep and Fatigue

Blood Donations

Effects of Smoking

Middle Ear and Sinus Discomfort

Circadian Rhythm

Aviation Psychology

5 Topics | 1 Quiz

The Decision Making Process

Factors that Influence Decision Making

Situational Awareness

Knowledge Check

General Knowledge Progress Check

1 Quiz

General Knowledge Progress Check

Navigtion

Maps and Charts

7 Topics

Useful Definitions

VFR Navigation Chart (VNC)

VFR Terminal Area Chart (VTA)

Topographical symbols

Elevation and Contours

Locating Position by Latitude and Longitude

Canada Flight Suplement

Flight Planning – Non Variable Factors

7 Topics

Airport and Aircraft

Suitability of Route

Plotting True Track

Plotting 10° Drift Lines

Marking the Halfway Point

Measuring the True Heading

Measuring Distance and Variation

Flight Planning – Variable Factors

14 Topics

Obtaining the Latest Weather

Altitude Selection

Power Selection

Calculating Indicated Airspeed

True Heading and Groundspeed

Magnetic Heading

Estimated Time Enroute

Cruise Fuel Required

Total Distance Time and Fuel

Other Calculations

Pilot Navigation

8 Topics | 1 Quiz

Types of Navigation

Double Track Error Method

Opening Closing Angles

Visual Alteration

Reciprocal Track

Amending a Flight Plan Enroute

Procedures When Lost

Knowledge Check

Radio Wave Theory

4 Topics

VHF Omnidirectional Range (VOR)

9 Topics

VOR Receiver Checks

Instrument Interpretation

Determining Position Relative to a VOR

Position Fix Using Two VORs

Tracking TO and FROM a Station

Automatic Direction Finder (ADF)

4 Topics

Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)

2 Topics

Principle of Operation

Other Radio and Radar Aids

5 Topics | 1 Quiz

Primary Surveillance Radar (PSR)

Secondary Surveillance Radar

Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN)

Distance Measuring Equipment (DME)

Knowledge Check

Navigation Progress Check

1 Quiz

Navigation Progress Check

Practice Exams

3 Quizzes

Practice Test 1

Practice Test 2

Practice Test 3

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General

Private Pilot – Groundschool Aerodromes General

An aerodrome is defined by the Aeronautics Act as any area of land, water (including the frozen surface thereof) or other supporting surface used, designed, prepared, equipped or set apart for use either in whole or in part for the arrival, departure, movement or servicing of aircraft.

There are defined exceptions, but, for the most part, all of Canada can be an aerodrome.

Rules for operating an aerodrome are provided in Part III of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) under Subpart 301. The objective is to define the minimum safety standards that must be offered as well as to make provision for inspection by the Minister.

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