Phases of Flight Delta Assessment Practice Test

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• What does weight and balance determine in relation to flight performance?
• Which statement best defines the sterile flight deck?
• If you reach DA or DH during an instrument approach and do not have the required visual cues, what is the proper action?
• What are common causes of unstable approaches and typical mitigations?
• What is the signal from the Flight Deck crew to indicate final descent/beginning of Sterile Flight Deck for arrival?
• In flight planning, what do TOC and TOD indicate?
• Which statement best describes METAR and TAF in flight planning?
• Which arrangement correctly lists the steps for completing the Fault Reporting Worksheet?
• When should autopilot be disengaged?
• Which factor most directly necessitates a missed approach?
• ACS employee who is specially trained in disability regulations and can assist with disability-related issues is known as what?
• What does the Purser/Flight Leader communicate to the Captain before they close the flight deck door?
• Which statement about approach minima accuracy is true?
• How do pilots use approach charts and FMS to execute an instrument approach?
• How does crosswind landing technique differ from a headwind landing?
• Which component is essential to STAR and SID to streamline air traffic control coordination?
• SCT conference topic about baggage: which item is appropriate?
• How do you apply descent planning to optimize fuel consumption and airspace efficiency?
• What is an accelerate-go distance, and when is it used?
• How does increasing density altitude affect takeoff performance?
• During cross-border flights, what are critical regulatory considerations for crews?
• Select the correct timing for finishing the final preflight walk-through.
• What defines a stabilized approach, and why is it emphasized for safe landings?
• How does field elevation and air density affect takeoff performance?
• When are FA briefs required?
• What is the role of wind and weather avoidance in descent planning?
• How do pilots plan to avoid weather and what tools assist this?
• How do you report non-safety related operational issues encountered during your rotation?
• Which details are typically specified for an alternate airport in a filed flight plan?
• FAA-approved stowage locations for carry-on baggage include which of the following descriptions?
• How does ATC interaction influence phase transitions during departure and arrival?
• Which items must be stowed before pushback relating to seats and cabin features?
• Which factor increases stopping distance during landing?
• What is density altitude, and why does it matter for takeoff performance?
• For a flight departure, when should the final preflight walk-through be completed?
• In the event of an electrical failure during flight, what core steps are typically performed in the climb/cruise phase?
• Which is the full list of SCT roles?
• During the Minute BRIEF, what should remaining flight attendants do?
• What defines a stabilized approach and the typical altitude by which it must be achieved?
• Which approach during descent planning most directly contributes to minimizing holding and delays?
• What does OEI stand for in engine-out performance discussions?
• When is the final preflight walk-through supposed to be completed?
• How can you identify a potential data block discrepancy in an FMS during flight?
• Some deterrence elements being used are
• When jetbridge moves away from the aircraft, what should be done?
• During takeoff, if an engine failure occurs after V1, what is the recommended action?
• Identify the primary flight controls and briefly describe their functions.
• Which statement identifies NOT a primary flight control?
• If an engine fails to ignite during start, what should be done?
• What is weight and balance and why is it critical before every flight?
• What is the role of CRM during high-workload phases such as takeoff and landing?
• What is the recommended response to light turbulence?
• What factors should you monitor to maintain situational awareness during a long cruise?
• What can replace EFM on select aircraft?
• At what stage should the final preflight walk-through be concluded?
• How should a flight crew respond to a single engine failure in cruise?
• Which item is listed as an EFM tab?
• What is the effect of efficient thrust management during climb and cruise on overall flight performance?
• Density altitude affects takeoff performance and what actions mitigate this?
• What is the purpose of the sterile cockpit rule and when does it apply during flight phases?
• Under which condition should a go-around be initiated?
• Which factor most directly affects the safety margins during approach planning?
• If someone is intoxicated during boarding, which step should you take first?
• Reconfiguration of the aircraft during climb, cruise, or approach should be based on guidance from what?
• Which statement is true about the door safety duties?
• What data are typically used to compute takeoff distance requirements?
• When do customers begin boarding?
• Exit row briefing must be completed before which event?
• Why is cabin pressurization important and how is decompression managed?
• For transoceanic flights, what is the required onboard lead time?
• When should you be on board the aircraft? (Narrowbody+767)
• What is Vref and how is it used in approach speed planning?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of post-flight data review?
• Which sequence lists the correct chronological order of pre-departure events?
• Brace position for aft facing flight attendant?
• Before passengers start boarding, what is the proper time to complete the final preflight walk-through?
• What is the purpose of the standard run-up check prior to takeoff?
• Prior to pushback, which galley-related actions must be completed?
• What is weight-and-balance sensitivity, and how can it affect performance?
• Conditions permitting, how soon after takeoff should you begin service in the Main Cabin?
• When aligning flight crew readiness, when must the final preflight walk-through be done?
• Why are standard checklists used in a prescribed sequence?
• What is the purpose of SIGMETs in planning routes?
• The final preflight walk-through is completed at which point?
• Which factor is most directly associated with the decision to perform a go-around during approach?
• During the sterile flight deck, flight deck communication is limited to which concerns?
• How do wind and crosswinds affect takeoff and landing performance?
• How do you determine whether to select an alternate airport based on weather forecasts?
• In abnormal flight situations, crews should rely on the Quick Reference Handbook (QRH) to:
• How should trip fuel, contingency fuel, and final reserve be accounted for in planning?
• What is a consequence of extreme CG location on performance margins?
• When you step on the aircraft and reach your assigned door, you should check to make sure it is properly ___.
• Which document would you consult to review reported cabin discrepancies for the aircraft?
• Which parameter is used to determine target final approach speed?
• When weather is forecast to deteriorate en route, what is the typical planning action?
• What is a Minimum Equipment List (MEL) and how does it affect operations?
• What happens if the pitot-static system fails in flight?
• Who provides official weather briefings used in flight planning?
• During an in-flight engine fire, after isolating the affected engine, what is a critical next step?
• Which statement about boarding is true?
• Define center of gravity and describe why keeping CG within forward and aft limits is essential.
• During IFR flight, if navigation or communication is lost, what is the standard procedure?
• What are SIGMETs and Convective SIGMETs and how should they influence routing decisions?
• Density altitude specifically affects takeoff distance and climb performance; what is the primary reason?
• Which option is NOT listed as an EFM tab?
• For safety checks, when should the final preflight walk-through be finalized?
• What is the primary purpose of NOTAMs?
• The final preflight walk-through should be finished during which phase?
• Which weather products are used to plan routing, altitude, and alternates?
• How should a flight crew respond to electrical or avionics failure?
• Which of the following statements best describes how to respond to a missed approach once it is initiated?
• What is the primary objective of the preflight planning phase in flight operations?
• How does risk assessment integrate with phase decisions such as diverting or landing at an alternate?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as part of the SCT composition?
• When storing carry-on baggage in closets, what must be true?
• Which task is the first duty prior to pushback?
• Which statement best describes how turbulence affects planning in flight operations?
• Actions during severe turbulence
• In descent planning, what is the primary purpose of considering wind and weather avoidance?
• How should a captain handle a threatened engine-out during the takeoff phase?
• The sterile flight deck period excludes which phase?
• Which factor is least relevant when selecting an alternate airport?
• Prior to passenger boarding, at what time should the final preflight walk-through be completed?
• What does the term 'Cabin is secure' mean?
• What is the stabilized approach speed window and why is it important?
• When should you check in/report for your flight?
• What is the Environmental Control System (ECS) and what does it manage in flight?
• What is the purpose of flap configuration during takeoff and landing?
• What is a holding pattern and how are speed/altitude restrictions applied?
• Cabin service will be discontinued once the Purser/Flight Leader makes the ________ announcement.
• How often do you check on special assistance passengers and UMNRs?
• How should a crew manage frequency changes and ATC communications during takeoff and departure?
• How often should you walk through the cabin?
• Explain the concept of planned contingency fuel and when it is required by regulations.
• In wet or contaminated runway conditions, how should you adjust approach speed and configuration?
• Which action is essential when handling ATC frequency changes during takeoff?
• Which statement describes the content of the exit row briefing?
• What is the minimum age required for a passenger to sit in the exit row?
• What are the standard procedures for handling a fuel imbalance before landing?
• How does turbulence impact flight planning and execution across phases?
• What is the Purser/Flight Leader response to the flight deck after hearing 'Flight attendants, please prepare for departure'?
• What is the function of the Environmental Control System (ECS) and how does it interact with cabin environment?
• What should you do if you observe an unresolved data block discrepancy in an FMS?
• How should wind information from METAR be used when selecting a runway for takeoff or landing?
• SCT conference can be conducted for
• What is the purpose of SIDs at departure and STARs at arrival?
• How do you determine crosswind landing limits and what adjustments are typical?
• Why are flap settings significant for takeoff performance?
• What weather information sources should be consulted during flight planning for safety?
• What is the verbal confirmation between the Purser/FL and the flight deck indicating all necessary tasks are complete and the aircraft is safe to move from the gate?
• How is usable fuel determined for flight planning?
• What is the role of wind in takeoff distance calculations?
• During postflight procedures, what is the primary purpose of completing a flight report?
• How do icing conditions impact aircraft performance and what are anti-ice/de-ice concepts?
• Which of the following is the correct source for reviewing reported cabin discrepancies?
• What is the rationale behind post-flight flight data monitoring and debriefing for safety improvement?
• What is wind shear and how can it affect takeoff and landing?
• Why is altitude awareness critical during the descent phase?
• Define V1, Vr, and V2 and explain their roles in takeoff performance.
• How does density altitude influence takeoff distance and climb performance?
• Which event is earliest in the pre-departure timeline?
• What is the primary objective of maintaining a stabilized approach in instrument conditions?
• Which sources should be reviewed to obtain a comprehensive weather briefing for preflight planning?
• During which period is it appropriate to complete the final preflight walk-through?
• Which title describes the ACS employee who handles disability-related issues?
• Brace position for forward facing flight attendant?
• What should be done promptly after pushback?
• When is a go-around typically initiated during the approach, and what are the basic steps?
• Which action would appropriately report non-safety related issues?
• What should you verify about the door before preflight checks when arriving at your assigned door?
• How are braking action and runway conditions considered in landing distance calculations?
• What is the primary purpose of STAR and SID terminologies in flight planning?
• What is the purpose of CG in flight planning?
• When should you do your crew brief and minute brief?
• In instrument approaches, which statement about DA and DH is true?
• When is turbulence discussed?
• What is the correct order for completing the Fault Reporting Worksheet?
• Which timing best describes when the final preflight walk-through must be finished?
• Which factors influence the selection of an alternate airport?
• What is the effect of high ambient temperature on engine performance during takeoff?
• What is a missed approach and under what conditions is it invoked?
• In a holding pattern, which component is maintained to ensure orderly flow?
• Which item is included in the mental review?
• Which action is most effective for preserving a stabilized approach when near the runway?
• What are the differences between ILS and RNAV approaches and what determines minima?
• Which statement best describes the pre-departure timeline events?
• Mental review includes which of the following?
• During electrical or avionics failure, what is the role of standby instruments?
• In exit-row seating, what minimum age is required?
• What is the difference between a normal checklist and a QRH item, and when is each used?
• Which practice most reduces the risk of missed steps when multiple tasks are performed during a busy approach?
• Which is the final step in the Fault Reporting Worksheet process?
• Which statement best indicates when the final preflight walk-through is completed?
• What information is typically contained in a filed flight plan?
• How should crews operate in low-visibility conditions (minima, RVR) to ensure safe landing?
• How should crews respond to smoke or fire in the cabin or cockpit?
• What is a key consequence of poor ATC sequencing during departure and arrival?
• What is the first action in the Exit Seat Briefing sequence?
• NOTAMs: Why review them in preflight planning?
• Which option describes the proper timing for the final preflight walk-through?
• How do you maintain situational awareness during a long cruise?
• What is the purpose of a diversion and when would it be chosen?
• Which statement about reserves beyond trip and alternate fuel is correct?
• Planned contingency fuel is required to ensure what?
• What is the significance of thrust management during climb and cruise phases?
• How is climb performance evaluated when comparing multi-engine to single-engine scenarios?
• If someone is intoxicated after pushback, what is the recommended first action?
• If you cannot use the EFM, what can be used on select aircraft?
• What is the primary purpose of anti-ice systems?
• What is the primary purpose of standard checklists and how should they be used?
• Individual safety briefings must be completed prior to what?
• Explain balanced field length and its significance for takeoff planning.
• Which items are typically included in a pre-takeoff checklist?
• How do icing protection systems function and when should they be used?
• SCT consists of
• Which task is a duty of the door safety attendant?
• What is the difference between zero-fuel weight and takeoff weight, and why does it matter?
• Why is a robust postflight debrief important for continuous improvement?
• During a cabin discrepancy report, which location reference should you use?
• What is the role of autothrust in maintaining a stabilized approach?
• How do forward and aft CG changes influence fuel planning and performance margins?
• Which of the following is explicitly listed as part of SCT roles?
• What constitutes a stabilized approach in low visibility, and what equipment assists this?
• If the primary air data system is unreliable, what should be used to maintain critical flight data?
• What is the maximum number of drinks you should serve at one time?
• Thunderstorms influence flight operations and what are common avoidance strategies?
• How does autopilot contribute to safety and efficiency across flight phases?
• What is the role of Crew Resource Management (CRM) in high workload phases?
• FA briefs are triggered by which conditions?
• Which of the following is NOT a Minute BRIEF item?
• How does autopilot coupling influence approach stability and precision?
• What are the general procedures for an in-flight engine fire?
• What is a step climb and when is it typically used?
• Which action is the recommended immediate response to an unstable approach?
• During a busy approach, which practice best supports interference management and task delegation?
• What are V1, Vr, and V2 and why are these speeds critical during takeoff?
• Where can you view reported cabin discrepancies?
• In arranging pre-departure procedures, when is the final preflight walk-through completed?
• Which of the following is not an effective thunderstorm avoidance strategy?
• Which of the following is NOT a topic for FA briefing?