EASA ATPL — Operational Procedures (070) Exam Prep

Correct answer: B. 1,000 ft

RVSM reduces the vertical separation minimum from 2,000 ft to 1,000 ft between FL290 and FL410 inclusive. This effectively doubles the available flight levels in this airspace band, increasing capacity. Aircraft must be RVSM-approved (meeting specific altimetry system performance standards, including two independent altitude measurement systems, one autopilot with altitude hold, and an altitude alerting system). RVSM is mandatory in EUR, NAT, and most other ICAO regions.

Correct answer: B. Class 3

Under ICAO Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air (and IATA DGR), dangerous goods are classified into 9 classes: Class 1 = Explosives; Class 2 = Gases; Class 3 = Flammable Liquids; Class 4 = Flammable Solids; Class 5 = Oxidising Substances; Class 6 = Toxic/Infectious; Class 7 = Radioactive; Class 8 = Corrosives; Class 9 = Miscellaneous. Flammable liquids (e.g., petrol, acetone) are Class 3.

Correct answer: B. Organised Track System (OTS/NAT Tracks) published daily by Shanwick and Gander

The North Atlantic Organised Track System (NAT OTS) consists of a set of parallel tracks published twice daily by Shanwick Oceanic (for eastbound traffic, active during the European morning rush) and Gander Oceanic (for westbound traffic, active during European evening). The tracks are optimised for the day's jet stream position to minimise fuel burn. Aircraft may also fly random routes outside the OTS with ATC approval.

Correct answer: B. Land parallel to the primary swell and into wind when possible, but prioritise avoiding landing across a heavy swell

The recommended ditching technique is to land along (parallel to) the primary swell system, ideally heading into wind. However, if the swell direction and wind direction differ significantly, the primary consideration is to avoid landing across a heavy swell, as the aircraft could catch a wing in a swell crest and cartwheel. Landing along the swell (even with a crosswind component) is generally preferred over landing into wind but across a heavy swell.

Correct answer: A. NOTAMN = new, NOTAMR = replacement, NOTAMC = cancellation

NOTAM qualifiers: NOTAMN is a new NOTAM providing previously unpublished information. NOTAMR replaces an existing NOTAM (the reference number of the NOTAM being replaced is included). NOTAMC cancels an existing NOTAM. Additionally, NOTAM distribution is classified: Class I NOTAMs are distributed by telecommunication (immediate), while Class II NOTAMs are distributed by mail/AIP Supplement (less urgent).

Correct answer: C. Final reserve fuel for 30 minutes at holding speed at 1,500 ft above the destination or alternate aerodrome elevation

Under Part-CAT (CAT.OP.MPA.150), the fuel policy for IFR flights must include final reserve fuel. For turbojet aircraft, this is fuel sufficient for 30 minutes of flight at holding speed at 1,500 ft above the destination or alternate aerodrome elevation in ISA conditions. For turboprop aircraft, the final reserve is 45 minutes. This is the absolute minimum fuel that must remain upon landing — if final reserve is used, the commander must report to ATC.