Jeppesen Private Pilot Stage II Exam Questions With Correct Answers.
What is the major motivating force behind atmospheric circulation? Answer- Uneven
heating of the earth's surface
What processes result in moisture being added to unsaturated air? Answer- Evaporation & Sublimation\\\
What weather conditions can you expect with a small or converging temperature/dewpoint spread? Answer- Fog or low clouds
With the approach and passage of a frontal system in the United States, what pressure and wind direction changes take place? Answer- The pressure falls as the front approaches and rises after its passage, while the wind direction shifts to the right after frontal passage.
What conditions are necessary for the formation of thunderstorms? Answer- Unstable air, a lifting force, and high moisture levels.
Thunderstorms and squall lines are generally associated with what type of front? Answer- Fast-moving cold
Select the true statement regarding wind shear. Answer- A microburst - one of the most dangerous sources of wind shear - is a downdraft associated with convective activity.
The elevation at Denver (KDEN) is 5,400 feet. According to the accompanying aviation routine weather report (METAR), how far below the ceiling will you be if you are flying at 7,500 feet MSL over Denver? Answer- 900 feet
According to the accompanying terminal aerodrome forecast (TAF), what visibility and ceiling are forecast by 0500Z at KPHL? Answer- Four statute miles and 4,000 overcast
Use the accompanying winds and temperature aloft forecasts to determine the forecast wind direction, velocity and air temperature at 9,000 feet MSL over Glasgow
(GGW). Answer- 310 degrees true at 11 knots; -8 degrees C
According to the low-level significant weather prognostic chart, what weather is forecast for the southeastern portion of the United States? Answer- Ceilings below 3,000 feet and visibility below 5 miles, with IFR conditions in several states
To what altitude is the U.S. low-level significant weather prog chart valid? Answer- 24,000 feet
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