Private Pilot Stage 2 Exam 2022/2023-Solved

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 and sublimation A small or converging temperature/dewpoint usually results in - ANSWER-fog and 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 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 7,5000 feet MSL over Denver? - ANSWER-900 feet According to the accompanying terminal aerodrome forecast (TAF), by 0500Z the visibility and ceiling at Philadelphia (KPHL) are expected to be - ANSWER-four miles and 4,000 overcast Use the accompanying winds and temperatures aloft forecasts to determine the wind direction, velocity and air temperature expected at 11,000 feet MSL over Gasgow (GGW). - ANSWER-297 true at 19 knots, -11C The scalloped lines on the low-level prognostic chart enclose areas - ANSWER-with ceilings from 1000 to 3000 feet and/or visibility from three to five statute miles. If the departure time for your flight is six or more hours away, what type of weather briefing is appropriate? - ANSWER-Outlook briefing What type of information/service is provided by EFAS? - ANSWER-Pertinent enroute weather briefings and distribution of PIREPs An example of a category classification with respect to pilot certification is - ANSWER-airplane