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Key Facts: ANAC Flight Engineer Theoretical Exam (Mecânico de Voo) Exam

Target Audience: Flight engineer candidates and flight crew transitioning to heavy multi-engine turboprop or turbojet transport aircraft requiring an FE station under RBAC 63 / RBAC 121.

Passing Score: Minimum 70% required on each of the 5 subject papers.

Administration: Computerized examination conducted at FGV test centers across Brazil under ANAC oversight.

Scope: Covers RBAC 63 rules, aircraft general knowledge, electrical AC/DC, pneumatics, pressurization, hydraulics, fuel systems, powerplant monitoring, flight performance, weight & balance, and emergency checklists.

This bank provides 100 English-language practice questions adapted for the official ANAC Flight Engineer (Mecânico de Voo - MCV) theoretical exam in Brazil under RBAC 63 Subpart E. Disclose: These MCQs are an English-language study adaptation for the official ANAC Portuguese-language theoretical examination.

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1Under RBAC 63 Subpart E, what is a mandatory prerequisite for an applicant seeking initial issuance of a Flight Engineer (Mecânico de Voo - MCV) license in Brazil?

A.Holding a valid Class 1 or Class 2 Aeronautical Medical Certificate (CMA) and completing an ANAC-approved Flight Engineer theoretical training course.

B.Possessing a Commercial Pilot License (PCA) with a minimum of 1,500 total multi-engine flight hours.

C.Holding a Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited university.

D.Serving for at least 5 years as an ANAC-certified Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic (MMA) in all three categories.

Explanation: RBAC 63 Subpart E mandates that an applicant for a Flight Engineer (MCV) license must hold a valid Aeronautical Medical Certificate (CMA Class 1 or 2 as applicable under RBAC 67) and complete an ANAC-approved Flight Engineer theoretical and practical ground training curriculum. Holding a pilot license or engineering degree is not a mandatory prerequisite.

2What is the medical currency requirement under RBAC 67 for a Flight Engineer operating on a commercial air transport aircraft under RBAC 121 in Brazil?

A.Valid Class 1 Aeronautical Medical Certificate (CMA) renewed every 12 months (or 6 months if over 60 years of age).

B.Valid Class 2 Aeronautical Medical Certificate (CMA) renewed every 24 months regardless of age.

C.Valid Driver's License medical clearance issued by DETRAN.

D.Self-declaration of fitness submitted to ANAC annually.

Explanation: Under RBAC 67 and RBAC 121, flight crew members—including Flight Engineers operating in commercial air transport—must hold a valid Class 1 Aeronautical Medical Certificate (CMA). The standard validity is 12 months, reducing to 6 months for crew members over age 60.

3In the aircraft technical logbook (Diário de Bordo), what is the Flight Engineer's primary responsibility prior to engine start?

A.Reviewing recorded maintenance discrepancies, verifying deferred maintenance items (MEL/CDL), and signing the pre-flight fuel and systems acceptance.

B.Filing the instrument flight plan (IFR) directly with the Air Traffic Control tower.

C.Conducting the passenger security screening and inspecting cabin carry-on baggage.

D.Calculating passenger ticket fare refunds for delayed flights.

Explanation: The Flight Engineer is responsible for auditing the aircraft technical logbook (Diário de Bordo), ensuring all open maintenance discrepancies are properly resolved or deferred according to the MEL/CDL, verifying fuel quantity and quality, and confirming airworthiness before signing off pre-flight systems acceptance.

4According to standard Minimum Equipment List (MEL) definitions under RBAC 121, what is the repair interval timeframe for an item categorized as Category B?

A.Within 3 consecutive calendar days (72 hours), excluding the day the discrepancy was discovered.

B.Within 24 hours from the exact moment of discovery.

C.Within 10 consecutive calendar days (240 hours), excluding the day the discrepancy was discovered.

D.Within 120 consecutive calendar days (4 months).

Explanation: Under standard MEL definitions (ICAO / ANAC RBAC 121), Category B deferred items must be repaired within 3 consecutive calendar days (72 hours), excluding the calendar day the discrepancy was recorded in the technical logbook.

5What is the key operational distinction between a Minimum Equipment List (MEL) and a Configuration Deviation List (CDL)?

A.The MEL addresses unserviceable or missing inoperative instruments/equipment, whereas the CDL addresses missing secondary external airframe and engine parts.

B.The MEL is authored by ANAC, while the CDL is created by individual airport authorities.

C.The MEL only applies during flight, while the CDL only applies when the aircraft is parked at the gate.

D.The MEL regulates passenger cabin seats, while the CDL regulates pilot uniform standards.

Explanation: The MEL governs dispatch with inoperative system components or instruments inside the aircraft. The CDL (Configuration Deviation List), found in the AFM, governs dispatch with missing secondary external airframe or engine parts (e.g., fairings, aerodynamic seals, static dischargers) and specifies performance penalty adjustments (weight or drag increments).

6During the pre-flight external walkaround inspection, which item must the Flight Engineer inspect with particular focus on heavy turbine aircraft?

A.Landing gear oleo strut extension, brake wear indicators, tire condition, hydraulic lines, and engine inlet/exhaust turbine blade integrity.

B.Passenger seating tray table latching mechanisms and overhead bin mirror alignment.

C.Cockpit windshield wiper fluid tank scent level.

D.Ground servicing baggage cart tire pressure.

Explanation: The FE pre-flight walkaround is a critical technical safety audit. Special focus is given to landing gear assemblies (oleo extension height, brake wear pins, tire tread/inflation, leak-free hydraulic lines), engine inlets/fan blades for FOD or cracks, tailcone area, and structural access doors.

7Under the Brazilian Aeronautics Duty Law (Lei do Aeronauta - Lei 13.475/2017) and RBAC 121, what is the standard minimum rest period required for a flight crew member following a standard flight duty period?

A.12 consecutive hours of rest before the next duty period.

B.6 consecutive hours of rest.

C.24 consecutive hours of rest after every single flight leg.

D.4 hours of rest provided coffee is available on board.

Explanation: Lei 13.475/2017 mandates a baseline minimum rest period of 12 consecutive hours following a standard flight duty period for flight crew members (pilots and flight engineers) operating in Brazilian civil aviation.

8When a deferred maintenance item (DMI) is rectified by maintenance personnel before flight, what entry must be completed in the aircraft logbook before the FE accepts the aircraft?

A.A formal maintenance release entry signed by an authorized MMA mechanic detailing the corrective action taken, work order reference, and license number.

B.A verbal confirmation over the VHF radio without written documentation.

C.An entry written by the head flight attendant in the passenger cabin log.

D.Cross-out of the page using pencil without mechanic signature.

Explanation: Clearing a deferred maintenance item requires a formal maintenance sign-off in the technical logbook by an authorized licensed mechanic (MMA), describing the corrective maintenance performed, reference work order, date/stamp, and mechanic license number.

9During pre-flight cockpit setup, how does the Flight Engineer verify that the crew supplemental oxygen system is adequate for dispatch?

A.Checking the flight deck oxygen pressure gauge against the minimum pressure vs. temperature dispatch chart for the required crew complement.

B.Briefly opening the main oxygen cylinder shutoff valve until a loud hiss is heard in the cabin.

C.Depressurizing the entire crew mask system to 0 psi and timing the recharge rate.

D.Inhaling deeply from the mask until the bottle is completely emptied.

Explanation: The FE checks the cockpit high-pressure oxygen gauge reading and cross-references it with the flight manual chart (minimum cylinder pressure vs ambient temperature) to ensure sufficient oxygen quantity for the planned flight and crew complement.

10Under RBAC 63.177, what is the recent experience requirement for a Flight Engineer to act as a required crew member on a specific aircraft type?

A.Logged at least 50 hours of flight engineer time (or approved simulator time) on that aircraft type within the preceding 6 months, or passed a recency check.

B.Logged 1 flight leg every 5 years on any single-engine piston aircraft.

C.Completed 100 landings as Pilot-In-Command within the last 30 days.

D.No recency requirements exist once the initial license is issued.

Explanation: RBAC 63 requires flight engineers to maintain recent experience on type (logging specified flight/simulator hours within preceding months) or undergo an ANAC/operator proficiency check before exercising FE privileges on commercial flights.

About the ANAC Flight Engineer Theoretical Exam (Mecânico de Voo) Exam

The ANAC Flight Engineer Theoretical Exam (Mecânico de Voo - MCV) is the official technical and regulatory evaluation required by ANAC under RBAC 63 Subpart E for flight engineer licensing on heavy multi-engine turbine aircraft in Brazil. This 100-question practice bank is an English-language study adaptation for the official ANAC Portuguese-language examination. It covers RBAC 63 regulations and logbooks, heavy AC/DC electrical distribution systems, pneumatics, environmental control (ECS) and cabin pressurization, fuel crossfeed and hydraulics, engine monitoring and EPR/N1 limits, weight & balance MAC calculations, and flight engineer emergency procedures.

Exam sponsor: FGV (Fundação Getulio Vargas) on behalf of ANAC (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Official ANAC/FGV computerized theoretical exam: 3 papers × 20 MCQ. Pass standard: 70% per subject paper. Language: Portuguese only.

Time Limit

90 minutes (30 minutes per paper; shared)

Passing Score

70% per subject paper

Exam / Certification Fees

TFAC R$ 200 (duration band 30 min–2h30)

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RBAC 63 Regulations, Flight Crew Duties & Maintenance Logbooks

RBAC 63 Subpart E FE license privileges, rating limitations & medical currency, Flight engineer pre-flight inspection, aircraft technical logbook entries & deferred items, Minimum Equipment List (MEL) & Configuration Deviation List (CDL) dispatch rules, Flight crew duty time limits, rest requirements & cabin safety coordination

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Heavy Aircraft Electrical Systems (AC/DC Generation & Distribution)

AC generators, Constant Speed Drives (CSD) & Integrated Drive Generators (IDG), Transformer-Rectifier Units (TRU), static inverters & DC bus distribution, Bus Tie Breakers (BTB), auto-transfer mechanisms & essential power routing, APU generator integration, ground power unit (GPU) logic & emergency battery buses

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Pneumatic, Air Conditioning & Cabin Pressurization Systems

Engine bleed air extraction, pre-coolers & pressure regulating shutoff valves (PRSOV), Air Cycle Machines (ACM), cooling packs & cabin air temperature mixing, Cabin altitude controllers, isobaric & constant pressure differential modes, Primary outflow valves, safety relief valves, vacuum relief & rapid depressurization response

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Aircraft Fuel Systems, Crossfeed & Hydraulic Systems

Fuel tank sequencing, boost pumps, crossfeed valve operation & lateral balance, Fuel jettison (dumping) operational limits, standpipe protections & CG management, Main engine-driven hydraulic pumps, AC electric auxiliary pumps & accumulators, Hydraulic fluid specifications (Skydrol synthetic phosphate ester), heat exchangers & flight control boosters

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Powerplant Monitoring, Flight Performance & Emergency Procedures

Turbofan / turboprop EGT, ITT, N1, N2, EPR, and fuel flow parameter analysis, Engine fire detection (continuous loop), HRD Halon extinguishing & engine shutdown drills, Weight & Balance Mean Aerodynamic Chord (%MAC) calculations & CG limits, Flight engineer emergency checklists: electrical shed, rapid de-pressurization & smoke evacuation

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Passing score: 70% per subject paper
Assessment: Official ANAC/FGV computerized theoretical exam: 3 papers × 20 MCQ. Pass standard: 70% per subject paper. Language: Portuguese only.
Time limit: 90 minutes (30 minutes per paper; shared)
Exam / certification fees: TFAC R$ 200 (duration band 30 min–2h30) Official sources

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What is covered on the ANAC ANAC Flight Engineer Theoretical Exam (Mecânico de Voo) exam?

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Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% on each subject paper.