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June 30, 2025

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PPG 2

Test your PPG 2 knowledge with this test.

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1) Which of the following statements are true regarding parachutal stall (select all that apply)?

It's when the wing is descending mostly vertically

It's MORE likely to happen on lightly loaded wings

It's MORE likely on wings with porous fabric

It' MORE likely to happen when the trimmers are set to FAST

It's MORE likely to happen when the speedbar is applied

It's MORE likely to happen if the wing is wet

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2) You take off and discover the right brake line is caught tight in its pulley. What should you do?

Focus only on the problem while you try to regain steering control

Establish a safe course and climb, steer with other means (rears, weight shift, etc.), then deal with it once you have altitude

Abort to as safe a landing as possible even if the terrain is not favorable

Immediately pull the brake with short, firm tugs to clear the tangle

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3) The number 20 is pointing to a metal piece. What is that piece called?

Carabiner

Harnel Hook

Harnel D Ring

Quick link or Maillions

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4) The number 12 is next to a small metal piece. What is this piece called?

Alternate brake connection

Alternate trimmer connection

Alternate trimmer connection (Harnel Hook)

Sister Clip (Brummel Hook) - For speed bar

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5) The number 13 is next to a small pulley. What is this pulley for?

It's an alternate speedbar pulley.

It's an optional tip steering toggle.

It's a lower brake pulley. (can be used for high hang point harnesses)

It's an extra pulley to be used in case of a primary pulley failure.

None of the above

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6) The risk of spot landings is mostly from:

Landing short and hitting something

Landing long and hitting something

Pulling too much brake and stalling or spinning

Not pulling enough brake during the flare

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7) Refer to the Wind Drift image. You're at position A when the motor quits and you want to make the Island. Approximately what heading will you fly?

The heading of glider 1

The heading of glider 2

The heading of glider 3

SOME heading to the right of glider 3's

SOME heading to the left of glider 1's.

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8) If you encounter strong turbulence, you should:

fly the wing as directed in its manual and land immediately.

fly the wing as directed in its manual and analyze landing options.

fly with about 1/4 brake pressure and land immediately.

fly with about 1/4 brake pressure and analyze landing options.

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9) Spiral dives, where the wing is pointed nearly straight down,

should be avoided on anything above a beginner certified glider. Higher performance gliders tend to "lock in."

are milder with trimmers set to slow. They are primarily dangerous with trimmers at their fastest settings.

are dangerous beyond appearances due to the risk of blacking out and extremely high descent rate.

when done properly, are a reliable way for newer pilots to descend in the event of getting into a cloud.

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10) Parachutal stall is:

where the brakes are pulled enough for the wing to deform and come down like an old round parachute.

where the wing, fully inflated, stops flying forward and descends vertically.

where one side of the wing collapses in a way that stops forward speed, causing a vertical descent.

is not a factor in modern gliders.

3 and 4 are correct.

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11) Refer to red number 5 on the Orlando Chart. Launching there you...

are in G airspace with B airspace starting at 10000 feet AGL.

are in E airspace with B airspace starting at 1600 feet AGL.

are in G airspace with E airspace starting at 1200 feet AGL and B airspace starting at 1600 feet MSL.

are in B airspace and must have prior permission from Orlando Approach Control.

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12) Refer to red number 3 on the Orlando Chart's left side. Which statement is true if you launch there?

You're in B airspace which overrides the Kissimmee D airspace.

You're in D airspace with B airspace above starting at 2000 feet MSL.

You're in G airspace with B airspace above starting at 2000 feet MSL.

You're in E airspace with D airspace above starting at 2000 feet MSL.

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13) Wind direction is the direction from which the wind is blowing. For example: If the wind is shown as 270 degrees, this indicates the wind is blowing from the_________.

North.

South.

East.

West.

North/West

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14) Mark all that apply. If the dew point is the same or slightly higher than the air temperature. Which of the following statements is true?

There is likely to be no/minimal thermal activity.

Air is more likely to be turbulent.

Humidity is high.

Humidity is low.

Thermals are likely to be strong.

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15) What are some ways to suspect a gust front is heading your way? (check all that apply)

Virga is spotted

The temperature begins to drop.

Ridge of approaching clouds ("Shelf Cloud").

Aviation weather forecast information.

The cloud looks like it's moving away (being pushed) from where the rain is falling.

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16) You're at the beach of a large body of water. Wind is coming on shore but a mile inland it's blowing opposite (towards the water). Which is true?

Onshore beach winds suggest that any storms will move from over the land towards the water.

Wind strength tends to weaken in the afternoon.

Wind direction tends to become offshore in early afternoon then on shore later.

2 and 3 are correct.

You may experience convergence turbulence and the offshore wind may reach the beach.

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17) The billowy, heaped-on looking clouds are:

Stratus.

Nimbus.

Cumulus.

Cirrus.

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18) What is the order of actions on a power-off landing:

Come out of the seat, ease hands mostly up for the last 20 feet, shut the motor off just before touchdown.

Shut the motor off, ease hands mostly up for the last 20 feet, come out the seat just before touchdown.

Shut the motor off, come out of the seat, ease hands mostly up for the last 20 feet until flaring.

Come out of the seat, hold about half power through the flare, shutting off the motor just before touchdown.

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19) You are attempting a forward launch in 10 mph winds. What can you expect (select all that apply)?

The glider will tend to come up quicker and overfly you.

The pilot should use no A's and quarter brake during initial inflation.

Pulling too hard on the "A" lines may cause the glider to do a front tuck.

You may be pulled backward off your feet.

You will have to pull harder to get the glider to come up at all

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20) You are launching in light winds. If you start your run, what is likely to happen if you suddenly slow your run mid-launch?

The glider could fly past you (over fly you) and collapse.

This is the best way to ensure the glider keeps flying fast enough.

Internal pressure will increase making the glider more efficient.

It is more likely the glider will stay centered above you.

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21) You are on final approach and notice that you are drifting to the right. What should you do?

Apply slight right brake to align your glider with your new flight path.

Apply slight left brake to bring your glider directly into the wind.

Begin your flair early to slow the glider and avoid obstacles.

Do not steer or twist, but be prepared to land sideways.

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22) Regarding “weight shift", which statement is the most accurate?

Right weight shift will lower the right riser and cause some right turn.

Right weight shift will lower the left riser and cause some right turn.

lower the right riser and cause some left turn.

Weight shift should not be used on paramotors due to interference from torque.

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23) Powered paragliders are:

regulated under FAR 103 (the Sport Pilot Rule) and require a 3rd class medical.

regulated under FAR 103 only and require no medical or drivers license.

regulated under FAR 103 (the Sport Pilot Rule) and require only a valid drivers license.

regulated primarily under FAR 61 and 91 but must also adhere to FAR 103.

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24) Before flying a new area, you must verify the airspace is legal. What are some ways you can check the airspace (select all that apply)?

Call flight service at 1-800-WX-BRIEF

Check the current/valid Sectional Chart (printed or online at skyvector.com)

You don't need to verify the airspace. We can fly anywhere we want.

Call the nearest airport and talk to the control tower.

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25) In most U.S. airspace (G airspace), below 700' (1200' in some areas), how far must you remain from clouds?

Clear of clouds.

1 mile.

500' above, 2000' to the side and 1000' below.

500' below, 2000' to the side and 1000' above.

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26) In the U.S., regarding G airspace (check all that apply)

It is all US airspace that is not classified as Class A, B, C, D, or E.

It is uncontrolled airspace.

It is most of the airspace up to either 700' or 1,200 feet AGL.

It sits on top of E airspace and requires higher visibility and cloud clearance requirements

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27) The minimum visibility for flying in E airspace is:

3 miles.

1 mile.

5 miles.

No minimum is specified since flight is prohibited there.

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28) It is considered good "PPG Manners" to:

help other pilots layout their glider, even if they have not asked for assistance.

Announce your intention to start your motor by yelling, "Clear Prop."

Provide unsolicited advice over the radio while someone is getting ready to launch.

All of the above.

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29) Which statement is True?

A PPG, after an engine failure, has the right-of-way over all powerd aircraft.

Objects may not be dropped from an ultralight.

Powered ultralights shall yield the right-of-way to unpowered ultralights.

unpowered ultralights shall yield the right-of-way to powered ultralights.

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30) When two aircraft are approaching each other head-on, or nearly so, each pilot of each aircraft shall alter course to the______.

Right.

Left.

Right and increase altitude.

Left and increase altitude.

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31) Which statement is true regarding night flying for paramotors?

We can fly up to 30 minutes after sunset IF we have strobe (visible 3-miles) AND we stay in G airspace.

It's allowed If the paramotor has steady green, red and white "3-mile lights" AND pilots stay within uncontrolled airspace.

Flying sunset to sunrise is allowed with an operating "3-mile strobe".

Flying between sunset to sunrise is not allowed regardless of lighting.

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32) Can we fly in A, B, C or D airspace? (ATC=Air Traffic Control)

Yes, ATC permission is NOT required, but must adhere to Class G visibility & cloud clearance minimums.

Yes, with ATC permission and at least Class G visibility & cloud clearance minimums.

Yes, with ATC permission and relevant visibility & cloud clearance minimums.

No. Ultralight vehicles are not allowed to operate within these types of airspace.

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33) Regarding Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), as a PPG pilot you…

are not regulated as a foot-launched ultralight vehicle.

operate only under FAR part 103.

operate only under the Ultralight section of FAR part 91.

operate only under the single-pilot section of Sport Pilot FAR.

operate only under the single-pilot section of FAR part 61.

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34) Regarding the use of a reserve parachute for powered paragliding:

PPG pilots typically fly at low attitudes, so a reserve parachute would not help.

Reserves are avoided due to the risk of accidental deployment.

Reserves are unnecessary since PPG pilots typically fly when the conditions are calm.

A reserve parachute can save your life in an emergency situation.

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35) It is important to check the weather before flying. One of the best sources for this information is...

Call an FAA control tower for winds aloft.

Call a Flight Advisory Station at 888-WXR-INFO.

Call a Flight Service Station at 800-WX-BRIEF or use internet resources.

1 and 2.

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36) The front of the glider is called the leading edge; the back of the glider is called the trailing edge. The distance from the leading to trailing edges is called the_______.

Span.

Dihedral.

Chord.

Camber.

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37) The engine won't start. Inspection of the spark plug reveals the tip is a light brown color? This means:

The oil/gas mixture too lean, causing the engine to overheat.

The oil/gas mixture too rich, indicating the engine is flooded.

The spark plug is old and needs to be replaced.

Something else is causing the engine problem.

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38) If your propeller is not balanced, what will you notice the most?

Increased vibration.

Increased noise.

Increased engine torque.

Increased thrust.

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39) If your prop spins counter-clockwise, as viewed from behind, at high power your BODY:

Yaws left but does not cause any turn.

Yaws right causing the wing to go into a left turn.

Does not yaw but the wing goes into a right turn.

Does not yaw but the wing goes into a left turn.

Yaws left and rolls right causing the wing to go right into a right turn.

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40) Most gas paramotor engines' crank shaft spins (as seen when looking at the paramotor from the rear) to the

left (counter clockwise)

right (clockwise)

left if the cotter key is on the “A” side

right if the cotter key is on the “A” side

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41) If your engine is much louder than normal, you likely have:

A damaged ("blown") exhaust manifold gasket.

Cracked intake silencer.

Damaged welds on the tuned exhaust.

It could be any of the above.

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42) You normally fly near sea level but are now launching from a 5000 foot elevation. You…

May need to lean your fuel/air mixture.

Will have more thrust available.

May need to richen your fuel/air mixture.

May need to lean your oil/gas mixture.

1 and 2 are correct.

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43) While you are flying, you should…

Always have a place to land in mind (in case you have a motor out).

Remain below 200 feet to avoid air traffic.

Remain hanging from the harness until you're ready to land.

Grasp the risers, as well as the brakes, when encountering turbulence.

All of the above.

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44) Where is the safest place to start your engine?

On the ground.

On your back.

When the propeller is removed.

Strapped to a car.

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45) Of the answers below, which is the best choice for descending quickly?

Big Ears.

B-Line Stall.

Spiral Dive.

Full brake input.

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47) When is the safest time of day to fly? Check all that apply.

Early morning, after sunrise.

Mid-afternoon after clouds form.

Late-afternoon, an hour or so before sunset.

Just after cold frontal passage

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48) What is the significance of the PPG2 rating?

It should fly under direct instructor supervision.

It is required to fly into Class E, B, C, or D airspace.

It is required to fly into class B, C, or D airspace.

It is considered the minimum skills and knowledge to fly on your own.

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49) The default reaction to an unknown twisting or wing malfunction is:

Keep the power steady and pull the brakes to your shoulders.

Smoothly increase the power and reduce brake pressure.

Increase brake pressure while smoothly reducing power.

Smoothly reduce brake pressure and power, then steer.

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50) The winds are blowing 6-8 m.p.h. from the South. What is the safest direction to fly before returning to the launch site?

North.

South.

East or West.

Makes no difference.

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