PPL Groundschool Theory Exams - Stapleford Flight Centre
PPL groundschool exams information
For students embarking on the PPL course, there are nine multi-choice exams / practical tests to pass, as follows:
Exam 1. Aviation Law Examination
This exam consists of 16 multiple choice questions to be answered in 35 minutes, covering the legislative side of General Aviation. Topics covered range from the establishment of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) in the 1940's through to the practical application of The Rules of The Air in the modern aviation environment.
Exam 2. Meteorology Examination
16 multiple choice questions to be answered in 50 minutes. This subject provides the PPL student with a firm foundation in basic weather theory enabling interpretation of actual weather reports and forecasts to ensure safe flight.
Exam 3. Aircraft (General) Knowledge Examination:
16 multiple choice questions to be answered in 35 minutes. All matters technical are covered within this subject. Engines, airframes, fuel and oil systems.
Exam 4. Navigation and Radio Aids Examination
12 multiple choice questions to be answered in 45 minutes. From Form of the Earth to GPS, the student is taken through the same basic navigation techniques that have served past aviators so well to the radio navigation aids as employed by today's aeroplanes.
Exam 5. Human Performance and Limitations Examination
12 multiple choice questions to be answered in 25 minutes. Aviation is a demanding and unfamiliar environment to the novice pilot, and this subject covers the psychological effects and conditions that trainee aviators will find themselves subjected to during their flying careers.
Exam 6. Flight Performance and Planning Examination
12 multiple choice questions to be answered in 45 minutes. The calculations that guarantee safe flight begin long before the engine is started. A pilot must be able to calculate the length of runway required for take-off and landing, as well as whether an aeroplane is correctly loaded within weight and balance limits, and with sufficient fuel for the planned flight.
Exam 7. Communications Examination
12 multiple choice questions to be answered in 20 minutes. The theoretical side of aviation Radio-Telephony (RT) communications, ranging from the phonetic alphabet through to the finer points of the 'language' of flying.
Exam 8. Operational Procedures Examination
12 multiple choice questions to be answered in 30 minutes. This subject covers standard procedures for pilots to ensure rules are complied with and safety is maintained.
Exam 9. Principles of Flight
12 multiple choice questions to be answered in 35 minutes. This subject covers how and why aircraft fly, lift, drag, thrust and weight are all examined in detail.
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Sept 2018 - Stapleford Flight Centre gets approval for Airline Pilot Standard MCC Courses
Stapleford Flight Centre are delighted to offer the new industry-standard MCC, known as the 'APS MCC' or 'Airline Pilot Standard Multi-Crew Co-operation Course'. The course syllabus is extended with ground school element increasing from three to five days with additional subjects; TEM (threat error management) CRM (crew resource management) FTL (flight time limitations) Swept wing theory Upset recovery and prevention SMS (safety management systems) ... read more here >>
2018 - Proposed RNAV approach at SFC - Consultation Process
This consultation is in relation to our proposed airspace change to allow RNAV approaches onto Runway 21L. You can download the PDF response form or add your responses online. You can also book into the 'drop -in' sessions here.
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Tweets by @flysfcSept 2015 - Stapleford Launches Integrated Pilot Training Courses!
Following hot on the heels of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) approval for Stapleford Flight Centre’s modular Air Transport Pilots’ Licence (ATPL) Theoretical Knowledge courses, Stapleford has now been given the go-ahead to run Integrated Pilot Training Courses at the airfield near Romford in Essex.... Download full press release >>
Aug 2015 - ATPL Theory Courses Cleared for Solo Take Off!
The Civil Aviation Authority has granted stand-alone approval for Stapleford Flight Centre to run modular Air Transport Pilots’ Licence (ATPL) Theoretical Knowledge courses at the airfield near Romford in Essex. This is the only ATPL theory course inside the M25 in the London area.. Download full press release >>
24th March 2015 - Re: Southend Controlled Airspace
When requesting a clearance into the new Southend CAS, from April 2nd 2015, it would be advisable to quote the CTA number(s) that you want clearance into. Sadly the CTA numbers are not shown on the new 1:500,000 chart and so you will find this chart useful. We strongly suggest that you carry it with you when flying locally to help you ensure you get the clearance you want. If you have any questions or concerns please contact one of the instructors at Stapleford: 01708 688380.
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New SFC 'Mobile Friendly' Website Launches!
Stapleford Flight Centre launches new 'mobile-friendly' website. We hope you like it - and that it displays consistently well on your desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile device (and if not, please do let us know and we'll try our very best to fix it).
SFC first with ALX medium jet simulator!
Stapleford Flight Centre, one of the UK’s top flight training schools, is leading the field with the acquisition of a brand new “state of the art” ALX Alsim medium jet simulator. This is first in the UK, and one of only five in Europe. It has just been installed at the Essex-based airfield and it will be used for MCC (Multi-Crew Co-operation) courses and JOC (Jet Orientation Courses) as well as a combined course for tomorrow’s airline pilots.
SFC Partners with ProPilot!
In conjunction with ProPilot we are introducing an enhanced ab-initio course where, in addition to the standard Zero to Frozen ATPL elements, we will train for type-rating preparation.
SFC awarded Infringement Prevention Award from NATS!
The first-ever National Air Traffic Service (NATS) Infringement Prevention Award has been awarded to Stapleford Flight Centre. This is a result of the sustained campaign led by Deputy Head of Training, Brian Peppercorn.
SFC Gains BAC Accreditation!
Stapleford Flight Centre, internationally-renowned flight training school for private and commercial pilots, has been awarded Full Accredition for its training courses by the British Accreditation Council for Independent, Further and Higher Education.
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