Aviation Instrument & Performance Quiz Challenge
Test Your Instrumentation and Flight Performance Skills
Joanna Weib welcomes aspiring pilots and aviation students to an interactive Aviation Instrument & Performance Quiz that tests critical flight instrumentation and performance knowledge. This instrument quiz features 15 challenging multiple-choice questions covering instrument cross-checks, performance charts and flight procedures. Gain confidence in preflight calculations and instrument readings while practicing real-world scenarios. The quiz is fully editable in our intuitive editor to suit your learning goals. For more practice, try the Instrument Rating Knowledge Test, explore the Performance Indicators Knowledge Quiz , or browse other quizzes for comprehensive study tools.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse instrument readings to determine accurate flight parameters.
- Evaluate performance charts for takeoff and landing scenarios.
- Identify common instrument malfunctions and their effects.
- Apply correction factors for altitude and temperature variations.
- Demonstrate understanding of instrument cross-check procedures.
- Master performance planning using aircraft data tables.
Cheat Sheet
- Types of Airspeeds - Get to know Indicated, Calibrated, True Airspeed, and Ground Speed - they each tell you something different about how your aircraft moves through the sky. Spoiler alert: True Airspeed is your calibrated speed adjusted for altitude and temperature, which is a big deal when plotting cross-country flights. Airspeed Indicator Overview
- Density Altitude Calculation - Density altitude combines pressure altitude with non-standard temperatures to give you a real-world performance figure; think of it as the "feels-like" altitude for your airplane. Higher density altitude means your engine and wings get a bit lazier, so always do the math before you go full throttle. Aircraft Performance and Density Altitude
- Standard Rate Turn Formula - Want to nail those 180° turns in exactly one minute? Bank Angle = (TAS/10) + 7 is your new best friend for instrument work. It's like a secret handshake between you and your instruments - once you know it, your turns will be smooth and precise. Instrument Flying Formulas
- Temperature Effects on Altimeter - When the air gets colder than standard, your altimeter overreads and you're actually lower than you think - definitely not what you want near a mountain ridge. Always mentally adjust if the day feels more of a freezer than a fan. Altimeter and Temperature Effects
- Common Instrument Malfunctions - From pitot-static blockages to funky vacuum gauges, malfunctions love to pop up when you least expect them. Recognize the symptoms early - your life's cooler when you're in control, not your instruments. Airspeed Indicator Malfunctions
- Using Performance Charts - Charts for takeoff and landing distances are like treasure maps for pilots. Plug in weight, altitude, and temperature, then follow the lines to discover how much runway you really need. Aircraft Performance and Calculations
- Instrument Cross-Check Procedures - Constantly scanning your six-pack (or glass panel) keeps you ahead of the game and helps catch errors before they sneak up on you. A disciplined cross-check is your secret weapon against spatial disorientation. Aircraft Performance and Calculations
- Altitude & Temperature Corrections - When you adjust true airspeed or performance for non-standard conditions, you're basically giving your pre-flight briefing a reality check. These correction factors save you from nasty surprises once you're airborne. Airspeed Indicator Overview
- Pressure Altitude Basics - Set your altimeter to 29.92 in. Hg and voilà - you've got pressure altitude, a must-have for accurate performance numbers. It's simple, but skipping it is like baking a cake without preheating the oven. Aircraft Performance and Pressure Altitude
- 3° Glideslope Descent Rate - To fly a perfect 3° approach, use Rate of Descent (fpm) = 5 × Groundspeed. It's math you can dance to - steady, predictable, and always on target for touchdown. Instrument Flying Formulas