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ATPL THEORY - METEOROLOGY (2)

Question 1 of 14

1

The 850hPa pressure level can vary in height. In temperate regions which of the following average heights is applicable?

Select one of the following:

  • FL100

  • FL300

  • FL390

  • FL050

Explanation

Question 2 of 14

1

Which constant pressure altitude chart is standard for an 18,289ft pressure level?

Select one of the following:

  • 300hPa

  • 200hPa

  • 700hPa

  • 500hPa

Explanation

Question 3 of 14

1

If you are planning a flight at FL170, which of these upper wind and temperature charts would be nearest your flight level?

Select one of the following:

  • 850hPa

  • 700hPa

  • 500hPa

  • 300hPa

Explanation

Question 4 of 14

1

Which constant pressure altitude chart is standard for a 38,662ft pressure level?

Select one of the following:

  • 500hPa

  • 700hPa

  • 200hPa

  • 300hPa

Explanation

Question 5 of 14

1

What is the station pressure used in surface weather charts?

Select one of the following:

  • QNE

  • QFF

  • QFE

  • QNH

Explanation

Question 6 of 14

1

Half the mass of the atmosphere is found in the first...

Select one of the following:

  • 8km.

  • 6km.

  • 3km.

  • 11km.

Explanation

Question 7 of 14

1

A 500hPa pressure level can vary in height. In temperate regions which of the following average heights is applicable?

Select one of the following:

  • FL160

  • FL100

  • FL390

  • FL180

Explanation

Question 8 of 14

1

Which constant pressure altitude chart is standard for a 4,781ft pressure level?

Select one of the following:

  • 300hPa

  • 850hPa

  • 700hPa

  • 500hPa

Explanation

Question 9 of 14

1

The QNH at an airfield located 200m above sea level is 1022hPa. The air temperature is not available. What is the QFF?

Select one of the following:

  • It is not possible to give a definitive answer.

  • More than 1022hPa

  • 1022hPa

  • Less than 1022hPa

Explanation

Question 10 of 14

1

A 700hPa pressure level can vary in height. In temperate regions which of the following average heights is applicable?

Select one of the following:

  • FL180

  • FL300

  • FL390

  • FL100

Explanation

Question 11 of 14

1

When planning a flight at FL060, which upper wind and temperature chart would be nearest your flight level?

Select one of the following:

  • 300hPa

  • 850hPa

  • 700hPa

  • 500hPa

Explanation

Question 12 of 14

1

The QFF at an airfield located 400m above sea level is 1016hPa. The air temperature is 10°C higher than a standard atmosphere. What is the QNH?

Select one of the following:

  • More than 1016hPa

  • 1016hPa

  • Less than 1016hPa

  • It is not possible to give a definitive answer.

Explanation

Question 13 of 14

1

Which of the following is true concerning atmospheric pressure?

Select one of the following:

  • It always decreases with height at a rate of 1hPa per 8m.

  • It decreases with height.

  • It is higher in winter than in summer.

  • It is higher at night than during the day.

Explanation

Question 14 of 14

1

The upper wind and temperature chart of 250 hPa corresponds, in a standard atmosphere, to about...

Select one of the following:

  • FL320.

  • FL340.

  • FL390.

  • FL300.

Explanation

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