Private Pilot Licence PPL Practice Exam Questions
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Problem Topic Videos
Videos to help you with problem topics
CASA's VFRG
Download 13MD PDF
PPL Ultimate Checklist
The ultimate checklist to help pass your PPL exam.
PPL Flight Test
Knowledge Guide
TAF3
Do 10 questions of 50+
On the TAF3.
Flight School Knowledge
For use when flight schools issue an in house Aeronautical Knowledge written or oral test. Do 20 random from 70+ questions.
Flight Test Questions
For use to prepare for some of the possible flight test questions. Do 20 random from 60+ questions. Use in conjunction with the Flight School Knowledge practice exam.
PPL Ground Theory
Provided by a recent graduate. Please note, this has not been checked or endorsed by an instructor. For your pre-licence theory ground test.
PPL Pre-Solo 1
Do 20 of 35+ questions.
PPL Pre-Solo 2
Do 20 of 30+ questions.
PPL Pre-Solo Final Prep
Do 30 of 60+ questions.
Use All Exams To Build Knowledge Then Focus On These Few
PPL Final Prep
This is our latest PPL exam and the best indication you will have of your progress. This has 150+ questions so do it many times.
PPL Final Prep 2
60 random questions from the PPL and CASA question banks. Most difficult. This has 100+ questions so do it many times.
PPL Final Prep 3
30 random questions from the PPL and CASA question banks. Most difficult. Has "type in" TO charts. This has 90+ questions so do it many times.
CASA Full 60
Also use these older CASA samples to familiarise yourself with CASA wording.
New Fuel Dec 2021
Part 91 Fuel Questions
Do 30 of 55 questions.
GAF & GPWT
This exam covers the new (Nov 17) GAF & GPWT. Refer to feedback half way down page Do 20 of 40+ questions
TEM
Threat and error management used to be CPL. CASA is sneaking more and more of it into RPL and PPL.
TEM Safety Behaviours PDF
Threat and error management used to be CPL. CASA is sneaking more and more of it into RPL and PPL.
AGK Final Prep
Do 30 questions of 55+ questions on CASA problem topics from syllabus units PAKC & BAKC.
GNSS
Required to be known for RPL , PPL and upwards.
CASA Radio Procedures
Do 19 questions. This exam is valuable for all licence levels and many exams.
PPL Human Factors
Required to be known for RPL , PPL and upwards.
VTC Charts
20 of 30 Random Q's on VNC Charts
For RAA(Nav) RPL (Nav) PPL, CNAV, IREX
ERC Low Charts
20 of 40+ Q's on ERC Low Charts
For RAA(Nav) RPL PPL CNAV IREX
VNC Charts
20 of 30+ Random Q's on VNC Charts
For RAA(Nav) RPL (Nav) PPL, CNAV, IREX
Up in the main menu under Other > Radio Call Recordings , we have 15 recordings of various towers, ground stations and ATIS. Some people may find these very helpful
Use These Exams Below To Build Knowledge
Charts Advice
CASA identified charts as a cause of fails. Make sure you read this section.
GAF GPWT Advice
GAF GPWT and decoding weather are a major cause of fails. Make sure you read these sections on the BOM website and all the associated PDF's.
Loading Systems
Loading Questions, this exam is in early development, pls provide feedback.
PPL Performance 1
Do 35 questions
ISA, Density & Pressure Altitude
Forces, Air Speeds
PPL Performance 2
Do 40 questions, IAS, TAS, CAS
Calculations, Aircraft Category,
W&Bal, TO & L Performance, Alpha Chart
PPL Aircraft Weights
Do 15 questions. TOW, Moments
Moment Index, Load Distribution
W&Bal, Take Off Performance
PPL Meteorology 1
Do 15 questions, 1 of 6 exams
Layers, Ozone, Vapour,
Pressure Systems
PPL Meteorology 2
Do 15 questions, 2 of 6 exams
Layers, Ozone, Vapour,
Synoptic Charts & More
PPL Meteorology 3
Do 15 questions, 3 of 6 exams
Synoptic Charts, Gradients
Sea Breeze & More
PPL Meteorology 4
Do 15 questions, 4 of 6 exams
Wind, Wind Directions
Atmospheric Water
PPL Meteorology 5
Do 15 questions, 5 of 6 exams
Humidity, Dew Point
Inversion, Instability
PPL Meteorology 6
Do 15 questions, 6 of 6 exams
Fronts, Front Types
Wind Directions
PPL Local Meteorology
Do 20 questions, 1 of 4 exams
Cloud Formation, Cloud Types
Turbulence, Convergence
PPL Local Meteorology 2
Do 15 questions, 2 of 4 exams
Cloud Effects, ETAGE
Air Mass & Movement
PPL Local Meteorology 3
Do 15 questions, 3 of 4 exams
Fronts, Fog, Mist
Fog Types, VFR In Fog
PPL Local Meteorology 4
Do 15 questions, 4 of 4 exams
Mountain Wave, Lee
Rotors, Crossing Ranges
PPL Ice 1
Do 15 questions, 1 of 2 exams
Ice, Types, Formation
Conditions, Temps
PPL Ice 2
Do 10 questions, 2 of 2 exams
Frost, Ice Removal
Frost Formation
PPL Thunderstorms
Do 16 questions
Thunderstorms, Stages
Dangers, Levels
PPL Other Storms
Do 10 questions
Cyclones, Dust,
Tornadoes, Waterspouts
PPL Operational Met..
Do 15 questions, 1 of 2 exams
ARFOR, Abbrev...
Cloud, Visibility etc
PPL Operational Met 2
Do 20 of 25 questions, 2 of 2 exams
Reading ARFOR TAF etc
Warning Difficult
PPL Met.. NAIPS
Do 15 of 15 questions
ARFOR, Oktas
Fuel Reserve
Flight Notifications
Do 10 of 10 questions
Submitting Flight
Notifications to AA
Flight Navigation 2
Do 17 questions, 2 of 3 exams
Charts, Distance, Speeds
Fuel Planning & Calcs
Flight Navig 3 Time
Do 11 questions, 2 of 3 exams
UTC LMT Arc
BOD EOD GMT
PPL Preflight Planning
Do 15 questions
Track, Drift, GS, TAS
M° v T°, Descents
PPL Enroute Navigation
Do 10 questions
TMG, 1in 60, Map to G
Fixing Positions
ATC Phrases - FREE
FREE TO TRY
Do 10 of 14 questions on ATC phrases
Review Quiz to see answers.
PPL Flight Rules
Do 15 questions
Circuits, Calls, Indicators
Remote, Over Water
PPL Airspace
Do 15 questions
Classes, Procedures
CTR, Readbacks
PPL Maint & Inspections
Do 8 questions
Daily Inspections, Releases
Maint Allowed by PIC
RPL Aerodynamics 1
Do 25 of 47 questions on RPL Aerodynamics Syllabus questions.
RPL Aerodynamics 2
Do 25 of 48 questions on RPL Aerodynamics Syllabus questions.
RPL Aerody.. Controls
Aerodynamic Controls
Do 20 questions in exam 1 of 2
Aerodynamics, Control Surfaces.
RPL Aerodynamic Design
Do 23 questions, exam 1 of 2
Flaps, Balancers, Drag
Flap Types, Flutter.
RPL Aerody.. Forces
Do 21 questions, exam 1 of 3
Aerodynamics Forces, Vectors
A of A, Stalling, Airfoils.
RPL Climbing
Do 15 questions on Angle, Rate,
Performance, Scenarios.
RPL Descending
Do 10 questions on Descending, Power, Weight, Wind, Wind Shear.
RPL Manoeuvres 1
Do 15 questions, exam 1 of 2
Turns, Bank Angle, Balance
Load Factors, Calculations
RPL Manoeuvres 2
Do 26 questions, exam 2 of 2
Wind In Turns, Stalling IAS
Stalls, Wake Turbulence
RTF Alphabet
Do 26 questions
As Multi choice or
Fill In the Blank
Weather Forecast MP3
Download and listen to weather forecast info from the AIP e.g. OKTAS, and weather codes.
Downloads & Websites
Download Day VFR Workbook
Download the 56 page Day VFR Exam & Training Workbook. Learn the 4 box landing and takeoff charts plus loading alpha, bravo , charlie.
Download The CASA RPL PPL CPL Workbook
RPL PPL CPL Workbook Version 2018. RPL, PPL must know this all except echo. CPL must know Echo as well.
CASA Current Rules
All the current Acts, regulations, associated legislative instruments and guidance material from CASA.
Go To The VFRG Website
This Visual flight rules guide (VFRG) has been designed primarily for VFR pilots engaged in domestic operations.The VFRG only comes in web and hard copy. Extremely useful. Examiner to supply but can be purchased here $35+.
Go To Part 61 MOS
The full Part 61 Manual Of Standards should you require it. Note I have a stripped down version under PPL Requirements
Download The VOR Blue Book
Commonly referred to in flying training circles as "the blue books", are in regular use with flying schools.
Download The NDB Blue Book
Commonly referred to in flying training circles as "the blue books", are in regular use with flying schools.
Download The ILS Blue Book
Commonly referred to in flying training circles as "the blue books", are in regular use with flying schools.
Download The DME Blue Book
Commonly referred to in flying training circles as "the blue books", are in regular use with flying schools.
Highly Relevant CASR
61.112 - 61.118 Flying As A Student Pilot
61.120 / 61.125 Operations With/without Radio Licence
61.16 Grant Of Flight Crew Licences
61.375 / 61.380 / 61.390 / 61.395 Limitations On Exercise Of Privileges Of Pilot Licence
61.400 Flight Reviews
61.405 / 61.410 Medical Requirements
61.420 Documents To Be Carried
61.422 English Language Requirements
61.755 Design Features Requiring Endorsements
61.430 Taxi, 61.435 / 61.1227 Radio
61.460 - 61.500 RPL
61.505 - 61.515 PPL
61.525 Training Requirements
67.235 Pregnancy
67.265 / 67.272 Obligations To Tell CASA Of Medical Changes / Impaired Flying
91.100 - 91.120 Carriage of documents
91.160 - 91.165 Firearms
91.273 - 91.285 VFR Flight Rules
91.287 - 91.320 IFR Flight Rules
91.360 - 91.405 Avoiding Collisions
91.410 - 91.430 Takeoff, Landing and Ground Operations
91.455 - 91.515 Fuel Requirements
91.520 - 91.620 Safety of Persons and Cargo
91.625 - 91.660 Instruments, Equipment, Systems
91.670 - 91.710 Signals, Emergencies, Hazards
91.795 - 91.800 Takeoff and Landing Performance
91.810 Equipment
Highly Relevant Part 91 MOS
Chapter 7 Weather
Chapter 8 Alternate
Chapter 10 Matters To Be Checked Before Takeoff
Chapter 11.02 Transition layer
11.11 - 11.18 Controlled airspace
11.3 PRD Areas
Chapter 12 Minimum Height Rules
Chapter 13 VFR Flights & Chapter 14 IFR
Chapter 19 Fuel Requirements Also see AC 91-25 and AC 91-15
Chapter 20 Safety Of Persons and Cargo
Chapter 21 Radio
Chapter 23 Aircraft Interception
Chapter 24 Takeoff Performance
Chapter 25 Landing Performance
Chapter 26 Equipment
Highly Relevant AIP
The AIP is to big to list all relevant items, know whats in it and how to find things in it during your exam. The VFRG will be quicker for most things.
****Learn to use the contents starting on approx page 19*****
AIP ENR 1.4-1 to 13 Airspace Classifications
AIP ENR 1.14-1 to 10 Accidents and Incidents and Reporting
All CASA legislative and advisory instruments available here
Highly Relevant CAR
Part 1 Reg 2 (6) - (10) Definitions ~
CAR's For Flight Rules 149-159 Towing, Dropping, Picking Up People, Parachute Ops, Public Gatherings, Low Flying, Radio Failure
CAR 143 -144 Firearms Carriage & Discharge
CAR 150 Dropping Articles
CAR 156 Flight Over Public Gatherings
CAR's For Rules Of The Air 161 - 163 Right Of Way & Collision Prevention
CAR 166-166E For Non-Controlled Aerodromes & CAR 167 Is Controlled Aerodromes
CAR 170 - 174D VFR Rules 175-181 IFR Rules
CAR 182-203 Signals, 226 Dual Controls**** , 227 -248 Know where to find them if needed.
General Ops CAR's 249 Prohibited Pax, 251 Seatbelts***, 252 Emergency Systems, 252A ELT,, 254 Do Not Obstruct Exits,
255 Smoking** , 253 Life Saving Equipment****** , 256 Intoxicate Pilots**** , CAR 256A Carriage Of Animals***, 257 Aerodrome Met Minima
258 Flights Over Water ******
Schedule 8 Maintenance That Can Be Carried Out By Pilots ~pg37
All CASA legislative and advisory instruments available here
CAR is allowed int he exam and can be very useful if you to used the index.
Highly Relevant Charts & Nav Gear For PPL
Sydney, Townsville & Bourke WACs, AUS PCA, ERSA, Learn To Use Your Flight Calculator (Dist, Time, Fuel)
General Helpful
CAAP's Civil Aviaiton Advisory Publications - Read In Conjunction With CAR's
CAR Civil Aviation Regulations 1988 Most Needed Stuff Is In Vol 3
CAR Volume 3 Covers Radio, Aerodromes, ATS, Flight Rules****, Signals and more.
CAA Civil Aviation Act - Mainly Aimed At Regulators Not Pilots
Meteorology Suggested Reading
- B.O.M. Manual of Meteorology
- AIP Book* with particular emphasis on GEN 3.5
- The following links need to be copied and pasted as they are not https.
- Several Tabs On This Page http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/knowledge-centre/
- http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/charts/sigwx/#
- http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/ttf.pdf
- http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/taf.pdf
- http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/gaf/
- http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/gridpoint.pdf
- http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/sigmet.pdf
- http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/windtemp-charts.pdf
- http://www.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/metar-speci.pdf
- http://reg.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/thunderstorms.pdf
- http://reg.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/icing.pdf
- http://reg.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/turbulence.pdf
- http://reg.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/wind-shear.pdf
- http://reg.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/area-qnh.pdf
- http://reg.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/flying-se.pdf
- http://reg.bom.gov.au/aviation/data/education/flying-tropics.pdf
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The PPL Exam
The PPL exam is supervised by your CFI or CFI appointed Invigilator. The PPL exam is 3.5 hours with a pass mark of 70%, 55-60 multiple choice & numerical value questions ranging in marks from 1-3 marks each. Pass rate for 2015 was 64.29% and average time to complete took 165 minutes. Alarmingly that means you have more than a 1 in 3 chance of failing...
Areas that candidates require more learning include:
- Interpreting of navigation aids, ADF/NDB, VOR and knowledge of GNSS
- Effect of lowering flaps on performance of glide or descent, including AOA, the effect of a change in weight and speed
- Factors affecting the angle of climb.
- Interpretation of maps and charts
This data is obtained from CASA
The standards you must meet are outlined in Part 61 MOS
You should be familiar with RPL PPL CPL Workbook
You should buy a copy and label bookmarks for the VFR Guide , you may print on off here in the mean time.
Note there are strict rules about EXACTLY what you can take into the exam and how many pages you can tag. You should Google search "CASA permitted materials" for the most up to date information.
The Following Is From CASA Website Mar 2017
See: https://www.casa.gov.au/standard-page/rpl-and-ppl-exams
PPLA – PPL(Aeroplane) examination
Time permitted 3 hours 30 minutes. Pass mark, not less than 70%
Aspeq Invigilation fee* $118.50 + CASA fee $65 = $183.50
* Where the exam is sat at a flying school, the invigilation fee may vary from this amount.
Permitted material required to be supplied by the candidate:
A candidate may use either the Airservices List, OR the Jeppesen List of permitted materials ONLY. All other combinations of materials are NOT permitted. |
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Airservices listCAR 1988 Part 61 of CASR Part 91 of CASR and Part 91 MOS CASR Part 91 Plain English Guide AC 91-02 AIP Book ERSA AUS PCA Visual Flight Rules Guide (VFRG) Sydney, Townsville and Bourke WACs Navigation equipment A basic calculator |
Jeppesen listCAR 1988 Part 61 of CASR Part 91 of CASR and Part 91 MOS CASR Part 91 Plain English Guide AC 91-02 Jeppesen Airway Manual AUS PCA Visual Flight Rules Guide (VFRG) Sydney, Townsville and Bourke WACs Navigation equipment A basic calculator |
Permitted material to be provided by the Invigilator with the examination, which must be returned on completion of examination:
PPL & CPL (Aeroplane) workbook, pen, pencil, ruler, eraser and scribble pad only. |
WARNING: The VFRG may not contain updated regulations, orders and/or procedures. As exam questions are based on current laws and procedures, use of the VFRG should be supported by current publications. WARNING: Candidates are reminded that the examination content (questions and/or answers) and all material provided are only for the sitting of the examination, and must not be copied or taken out of the examination room for study, training or any other purposes. This rule includes all calculations, writings, drawings or scribbling done on the scribble pad provided. Any breach of the rules may give CASA grounds for taking action against the candidate under CAR 298A, which action could lead to the outcome indicated in CAR 298A (5).
NOTE: The VFRG referred to in these lists of permitted material is that document produced by CASA and not by a third party.