KCAA CPL Theory case studies
KCAA CPL Theory · Put your knowledge to work in context.
The Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) is the licence that lets a pilot fly aircraft for remuneration, and in Kenya it is issued by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) once a candidate has completed both the theoretical knowledge examinations and the required flight training. The theory examinations are aimed at pilots who already hold a Private Pilot Licence or are building towards the CPL, and they test the depth of knowledge expected of a professional pilot rather than the recreational standard. The KCAA CPL Theory case studies are 5 cases and about 2,999 words.
1VFR Transit Through the Nairobi TMA Without a Clearance
5Y-ABC, a Cessna 172, is on a VFR flight from Wilson Airport to Nanyuki at 5,500 ft AMSL. The route crosses the Nairobi TMA, which is Class C from the surface to FL195.
588 words, about 3 min2Night Alternator Failure and Battery Endurance
During a night VFR flight in a PA-28-181, the alternator warning lamp illuminates. The ammeter shows a 20 A discharge.
653 words, about 3 min3High-Density-Altitude Takeoff with Obstacle and Tailwind
A pilot plans a takeoff in a Cessna 206 from a 1,200 m gravel runway at elevation 6,300 ft. QNH is 1018 hPa, OAT 30°C, wind 080/08 kt, runway 06 with a 1.5% uphill slope.
613 words, about 3 min4Fatigue, Cabin Heat, and Passenger Pressure at Night
A charter pilot has been on duty 12 h 30 min, with 7 h 10 min flight time in six legs. The previous night the pilot slept 4 h after an early start.
565 words, about 3 min5Embedded Convective Line, Icing, and a Narrow Gap
A Cessna 210 is planned from Nairobi to Kisumu at 9,500 ft, 1 h 40 min. Forecast: isolated CB tops FL300, freezing level 12,000 ft, surface visibility 8 km in showers, 3,000 ft scattered/broken.
580 words, about 3 min