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Key Facts: ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) Exam

70%

Minimum passing score required per subject paper

ANAC / RBAC 61

5 Papers

Independent subject papers (20 questions each, 100 total)

FGV / ANAC Exam Battery

30 mins

Time limit per subject paper (2.5 hours total battery time)

FGV ANAC Examination Guidelines

R$ 100

Fee per individual subject paper (TFAC / FGV)

ANAC / FGV Fee Schedule

This bank provides 100 English-language practice questions adapted for the official ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) theoretical exam in Brazil.

Sample ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) Practice Questions

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1Under Brazilian Civil Aviation Regulation RBAC 61, what is the minimum total flight time requirement for an applicant to be eligible for a Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) license when completing an ANAC-approved training course?
A.100 total flight hours
B.150 total flight hours
C.200 total flight hours
D.250 total flight hours
Explanation: According to RBAC 61.101, an applicant who successfully completes an ANAC-approved commercial pilot helicopter course requires a minimum of 100 hours of total flight time. Without an approved integrated course, the requirement is 150 total flight hours (including at least 50 hours in helicopters).
2According to RBAC 91, what is the minimum day VFR fuel reserve required for a helicopter flight beyond the destination aerodrome?
A.15 minutes at normal cruising speed
B.20 minutes at normal cruising speed
C.30 minutes at normal cruising speed
D.45 minutes at normal cruising speed
Explanation: RBAC 91.151 specifies that no person may begin a flight in a helicopter under VFR conditions during the day unless there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly after that for at least 30 minutes.
3Under RBAC 91, what is the minimum night VFR fuel reserve requirement for helicopters?
A.30 minutes at normal cruising speed
B.45 minutes at normal cruising speed
C.60 minutes at normal cruising speed
D.20 minutes at normal cruising speed
Explanation: RBAC 91.151 requires that for night VFR operations in helicopters, the aircraft must carry sufficient fuel to reach the destination aerodrome plus an additional 45 minutes of fuel at normal cruising speed.
4Under Brazilian Air Law (ICA 100-12), what are the standard VFR visibility and distance from clouds requirements in Class E airspace below 10,000 feet MSL for helicopters?
A.5 km flight visibility, 1,000 ft vertical and 1.5 km horizontal distance from clouds
B.3 km flight visibility, 500 ft vertical and 1 km horizontal distance from clouds
C.1.5 km flight visibility, clear of clouds
D.8 km flight visibility, 1,000 ft vertical and 1.5 km horizontal distance from clouds
Explanation: In Class E airspace below 10,000 feet MSL, standard VFR minima in Brazil require a flight visibility of 5 km and cloud separation of 1,000 feet (300 m) vertically and 1.5 km (1,500 m) horizontally.
5According to Brazilian Law 13.475/2017 (Lei do Aeronauta), what is the maximum continuous flight duty period (jornada de trabalho) for a single-pilot commercial helicopter crew operating during daytime without extended duty provisions?
A.9 hours
B.11 hours
C.12 hours
D.14 hours
Explanation: Under Law 13.475/2017 (Lei do Aeronauta), the standard flight duty period for a single pilot operation in commercial aviation is capped at 9 hours of duty, protecting crew members from fatigue.
6Under RBAC 135 (Air Taxi and On-Demand Operations), what is the maximum allowable flight time for a helicopter single-pilot crew within a 24-consecutive-hour period?
A.6 hours
B.8 hours
C.10 hours
D.12 hours
Explanation: RBAC 135.267 dictates that for commercial on-demand helicopter operations with a single pilot, total flight time must not exceed 8 hours within any 24-consecutive-hour lookback window.
7What is the mandatory validity period of a Class 1 Aeronautical Medical Certificate (CMA Classe 1) for a commercial helicopter pilot under 60 years of age in Brazil?
A.6 months
B.12 months
C.24 months
D.36 months
Explanation: Under RBAC 67, a Class 1 CMA (Medical Certificate) required for Commercial Pilot privileges is valid for 12 months for pilots under 60 years of age operating in commercial aviation.
8Under ICA 100-12, what is the minimum flight visibility permitted for a Special VFR (VFR Especial) helicopter clearance in controlled airspace around a Brazilian aerodrome during daytime?
A.1,000 meters
B.1,500 meters
C.3,000 meters
D.5,000 meters
Explanation: According to ICA 100-12, Special VFR for helicopters within a control zone (CTR) requires a minimum ground/flight visibility of 1,500 meters during daytime, and the aircraft must remain clear of clouds and in sight of the surface.
9Which RBAC rule governs the certification requirements for air transport operators conducting non-scheduled commercial charter and air taxi operations in Brazil?
A.RBAC 91
B.RBAC 121
C.RBAC 135
D.RBAC 141
Explanation: RBAC 135 prescribes the rules governing non-scheduled commercial operations, including air taxi (Táxi Aéreo) and on-demand passenger/cargo flights carried out with helicopters and small aircraft.
10When filing a VFR flight plan in Brazil via AISWEB / DECEA, what is the latest time prior to estimated off-block time (EOBT) that the plan must be submitted?
A.15 minutes
B.30 minutes
C.45 minutes
D.60 minutes
Explanation: Under ICA 100-11 / DECEA flight planning rules, a VFR flight plan must be presented at least 45 minutes prior to the estimated off-block time (EOBT) to allow ATS processing.

About the ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) Exam

The ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) Theoretical Exam is the official qualification test required by ANAC under RBAC 61 for commercial helicopter pilot licensing in Brazil. Administered by FGV, the exam battery consists of 5 subject papers containing 20 questions each. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation for the official ANAC / FGV Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) exam in Brazil under RBAC 61. It provides 100 high-quality practice questions covering RBAC regulations, rotor dynamics, technical systems, navigation math, and aviation meteorology.

Assessment

Official ANAC/FGV computerized theoretical exam: 5 papers × 20 MCQ. Pass standard: 70% per subject paper. Language: Portuguese only.

Time Limit

215 minutes (REG 30 + MET 35 + NAV 90 + TV 30 + CTA 30)

Passing Score

70% per subject paper

Exam Fee

TFAC R$ 300 (duration above 3h05) (Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) / FGV)

ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) Exam Content Outline

20%

Helicopter Regulations (Regulamentos de Tráfego Aéreo / RBAC)

RBAC 61, RBAC 91, RBAC 135, ICA 100-12 flight rules, Brazilian airspace classification, VFR minima, aircrew duty law (Lei do Aeronauta 13.475/2017), and flight plan filing.

20%

Rotor Aerodynamics & Flight Theory (Teoria de Voo de Helicópteros)

Dissymmetry of lift, transverse flow effect, translational lift, vortex ring state, autorotation aerodynamics, retreat blade stall, tail rotor drift, and LTE.

20%

Technical Knowledge & Helicopter Systems (Conhecimentos Técnicos)

Turbine and piston engines, transmission and swashplate mechanisms, main/tail rotor systems, hydraulic/electrical systems, fuel systems, and flight instruments.

20%

Air Navigation & Flight Planning (Navegação Aérea VFR/IFR)

Dead reckoning, VFR/IFR navigation plotting, wind triangle vectoring, radio navigation (VOR, NDB, GNSS), fuel endurance, and safe alternate calculations.

20%

Aviation Meteorology (Meteorologia Aeronáutica)

METAR/TAF interpretation, atmospheric stability, pressure systems, fog, thunderstorms, icing, wind shear, microbursts, and rotorcraft weather hazards.

How to Pass the ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70% per subject paper
  • Assessment: Official ANAC/FGV computerized theoretical exam: 5 papers × 20 MCQ. Pass standard: 70% per subject paper. Language: Portuguese only.
  • Time limit: 215 minutes (REG 30 + MET 35 + NAV 90 + TV 30 + CTA 30)
  • Exam fee: TFAC R$ 300 (duration above 3h05)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master rotor aerodynamics principles including vortex ring state, retreat blade stall, dissymmetry of lift, and loss of tail rotor effectiveness (LTE).
2Memorize RBAC 61 commercial pilot privileges/limitations, RBAC 91 flight rules, RBAC 135 charter rules, and Brazilian airspace VFR minima (ICA 100-12).
3Practice center of gravity (CG) calculations involving aircraft gross weight, empty arm, passenger/fuel moments, and lateral CG drift.
4Review fuel endurance and required VFR fuel reserves (30 minutes day, 45 minutes night for helicopters under RBAC 91/135).
5Study METAR/TAF aviation weather decoding, fog mechanisms, thunderstorm hazards, and density altitude impacts on hover performance (IGE vs OGE).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exam structure for the ANAC Commercial Pilot Helicopter (PCH) test?

The ANAC PCH exam consists of 5 independent subject papers with 20 multiple-choice questions each (100 total questions). The papers cover Air Law/RBAC Regulations, Helicopter Aerodynamics, Technical Knowledge, Air Navigation, and Meteorology.

What is the passing score requirement for ANAC PCH?

Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% (14 out of 20 correct) on each of the 5 individual subject papers. If a candidate fails a specific paper, they may retake that individual paper under ANAC/FGV retake rules.

How long is each paper and what is the fee?

Candidates are allotted 30 minutes per paper (total of 2.5 hours for the complete 5-paper battery). The exam fee is R$ 100 per subject paper administered via FGV.

Is this practice question bank official?

No. This practice bank is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation created to assist commercial helicopter pilot candidates in preparing for the official Portuguese-language ANAC / FGV theoretical examination under RBAC 61.

What key helicopter calculations are included in this bank?

The bank includes realistic calculations for longitudinal and lateral center of gravity (CG) limits, weight and balance moments, fuel consumption and RBAC 91/135 VFR reserve requirements, density altitude, rotorcraft autorotation glide distance, and wind vector drift.