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The RA-Aus Air Legislation exam is a 30-question test on recreational aviation law, airspace rules, and VFR minimums in Australia, requiring an 80% pass mark. This prep includes 100 practice questions.

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1Under CAO 95.55, what is the maximum number of occupants permitted on board a registered recreational aircraft?

A.One, the pilot only.

B.Two, including the pilot.

C.Four, including the pilot.

D.Three, including the pilot.

Explanation: CAO 95.55 governs two-seat ultralight and light sport aircraft, restricting the maximum occupancy to two persons. Carrying more than two occupants is not permitted under this order. Single-seat operations are covered under CAO 95.10.

2What is the maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) for a landplane registered under CAO 95.55 as a Light Sport Aircraft (LSA)?

A.544 kg

B.600 kg

C.450 kg

D.650 kg

Explanation: Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) landplanes registered under CAO 95.55 have a maximum takeoff weight limit of 600 kg. For seaplanes or amphibians, this limit is extended to 650 kg. Weight limits are defined by Civil Aviation Orders to maintain recreational class boundaries.

3Which Civil Aviation Order (CAO) governs the registration and operation of single-seat ultralight aeroplanes with a very low MTOW?

A.CAO 95.32

B.CAO 95.55

C.CAO 95.12

D.CAO 95.10

Explanation: CAO 95.10 provides exemptions and regulations specifically for single-seat ultralight aeroplanes. CAO 95.32 applies to weight-shift control and powered parachutes, while CAO 95.55 applies to two-seat ultralights and LSAs. CAO 95.12 is not a current order for these aircraft.

4What registration number prefix is used for three-axis factory-built aircraft registered with RA-Aus under CAO 95.55?

A.24-

B.10-

C.32-

D.19-

Explanation: Factory-built three-axis aircraft registered with RA-Aus under CAO 95.55 use the prefix '24-'. Amateur-built aircraft use the prefix '19-'. Single-seat aircraft under CAO 95.10 use '10-', and weight-shift/powered parachutes use '32-'.

5What is the validity period of an RA-Aus aircraft registration before it must be renewed?

A.24 months

B.36 months

C.12 months

D.Indefinite, as long as maintenance is current

Explanation: RA-Aus aircraft registration is valid for 12 months and must be renewed annually by paying the registration fee and submitting the required declaration. Failure to renew means the aircraft cannot be legally flown. It is the owner's responsibility to maintain currency.

6Which of the following documents contains the binding operational rules and regulations for all RA-Aus pilots and certificate holders?

A.The CASA VFR Guide

B.The Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

C.The RA-Aus Operations Manual

D.The RA-Aus Technical Manual

Explanation: The RA-Aus Operations Manual is approved by CASA and contains the specific binding operational rules, pilot limitations, and procedures that all RA-Aus pilots must follow. The Technical Manual governs aircraft airworthiness and maintenance. AIP and VFR Guide are broader national publications.

7What is the minimum age required to be issued an RA-Aus Recreational Pilot Certificate (RPC)?

A.15 years

B.16 years

C.17 years

D.14 years

Explanation: The minimum age to hold an RA-Aus Recreational Pilot Certificate is 15 years. Solo training flight can also begin at 15. This is lower than the minimum age for a CASA PPL which is 17 years.

8Under RA-Aus regulations, what prefix is used for aircraft registration of weight-shift control trikes and powered parachutes?

A.10-

B.19-

C.32-

D.24-

Explanation: All weight-shift control trikes and powered parachutes registered under CAO 95.32 are assigned registration numbers prefixed by '32-'. Three-axis aircraft use '19-' or '24-', and single-seat ultralights use '10-'.

9What is the maximum seating capacity permitted for any aircraft registered with RA-Aus?

A.2 seats

B.1 seat

C.4 seats

D.No limit, based only on weight

Explanation: RA-Aus registered aircraft are restricted to a maximum of 2 seats (pilot and one passenger/copilot). There are no provisions in CAO 95.10, 95.32, or 95.55 for operating aircraft with more than two seats.

10Which organization is authorized by CASA to administer recreational three-axis, weight-shift, and powered parachute aviation in Australia?

A.Sports Aviation Federation of Australia (SAFA)

B.Australian Sport Rotorcraft Association (ASRA)

C.Gliding Federation of Australia (GFA)

D.Recreational Aviation Australia (RA-Aus)

Explanation: Recreational Aviation Australia (RA-Aus) is the approved sport aviation administration organization under CAR 262AM to administer three-axis ultralights, LSAs, weight-shift trikes, and powered parachutes. GFA administers gliders, SAFA administers hang gliders/paragliders, and ASRA administers gyrocopters.

About the RA-Aus Air Law Exam

The RA-Aus Air Legislation Exam is a mandatory test for pilot certification under Recreational Aviation Australia (RA-Aus). It covers civil aviation regulations applicable to recreational aircraft (CAO 95.10, 95.32, and 95.55), the RA-Aus Operations Manual, pilot licensing privileges, medical requirements, VFR weather minima (visibility, height, and cloud clearance), non-controlled airfield flight rules, CTAF radio calls, circuit patterns, and airspace restriction limitations.

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Assessment

Closed-book exam conducted at RA-Aus approved flight schools by a Chief Flying Instructor (CFI).

Time Limit

1.0 hour

Passing Score

80%

Exam / Certification Fees

Approx. $50 - $100 AUD (varies by flight training school)

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RA-Aus Operations & CAOs

CAO 95.10, 95.32, 95.55 regulations, RAAus Operations Manual, and aircraft registration classes

25%

Pilot Privileges & Limits

Recreational Pilot Certificate limits, carrying passengers, cross-country limits, currency, and medical declarations

25%

VFR Weather Minima & Heights

Visual Flight Rules visibility, distance from cloud, hemispheric cruising levels, and minimum safe height rules

20%

Airspace & Airfield Circuit Rules

CTAF operations, circuit patterns (left vs right, heights), controlled airspace restrictions, and PRD areas

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What You Need to Know

Passing score: 80%
Assessment: Closed-book exam conducted at RA-Aus approved flight schools by a Chief Flying Instructor (CFI).
Time limit: 1.0 hour
Exam / certification fees: Approx. $50 - $100 AUD (varies by flight training school) Official sources

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RA-Aus Air Law: Suggested Study Strategy

1Study the CAO exemptions: CAO 95.10 governs single-seat ultralights, 95.32 governs weight-shift and powered parachutes, and 95.55 governs factory-built and amateur-built light sport aircraft (LSA)

2Understand circuit heights: for light recreational aircraft, the standard circuit height at non-controlled airfields is 1,000 feet above aerodrome elevation, and all turns must be to the left unless otherwise indicated in the ERSA

3Memorize VFR meteorological limits: below 10,000ft AMSL in Class G airspace, the minimum visibility is 5,000m, and the pilot must remain clear of cloud and in sight of land or water

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the RA-Aus Air Law exam?

The passing score is 80%.

Can RAAus pilots fly into controlled airspace (CTA)?

By default, no. RA-Aus pilot certificates permit flight in Class G (uncontrolled) airspace only. Access to controlled airspace (Class C and D) requires a specific Controlled Airspace Endorsement, a VH-registered equivalent medical, and a transponder.