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1In accordance with Jordan CARC JCAR-FCL 1, what are the recent experience requirements for a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) holder to carry passengers as pilot-in-command (PIC)?

A.At least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings within the preceding 90 days in an aircraft of the same type/class or approved flight simulator

B.At least 5 takeoffs and 5 landings within the preceding 60 days in any single-engine aircraft

C.At least 10 hours of flight time within the preceding 6 months including 1 dual flight review

D.At least 1 takeoff and landing within the preceding 30 days in any aircraft category

Explanation: Under Jordan CARC JCAR-FCL 1.026 and ICAO Annex 1 standards, a pilot shall not act as pilot-in-command of an aeroplane carrying passengers unless they have completed at least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings as the sole manipulator of the flight controls in an aeroplane of the same type/class or an approved flight simulator within the preceding 90 days. If passengers are to be carried at night, at least one of those landings must have been conducted at night.

2What is the minimum medical certificate required by Jordan CARC to exercise the privileges of a Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane)?

A.Class 2 medical certificate issued in accordance with JCAR Part-MED

B.Class 1 medical certificate exclusively required for all flight crew

C.Class 3 medical certificate for air traffic and general operations

D.A basic self-declaration of fitness endorsed by a general medical practitioner

Explanation: Under Jordan CARC JCAR-FCL and JCAR Part-MED, a Class 2 medical certificate is the regulatory minimum required for private pilot operations. A Class 1 medical certificate is required for commercial pilots (CPL/ATPL), while a Class 3 certificate applies to air traffic controllers. Self-declarations are not accepted for JCAR pilot licensing.

3When two powered aircraft are approaching head-on or approximately so at the same altitude, what action must each pilot take according to the Rules of the Air?

A.Each aircraft must alter its heading to the right

B.Each aircraft must alter its heading to the left

C.The larger aircraft maintains course while the lighter aircraft climbs 500 feet

D.The aircraft on the eastern side climbs while the other aircraft descends

Explanation: In accordance with ICAO Annex 2 and Jordan Civil Aviation Regulations regarding rules of the air, when two aircraft are approaching head-on or approximately so and there is danger of collision, each pilot must alter their heading to the right to ensure separation.

4Under Jordan CARC visual flight rules (VFR), what are the minimum Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) for an aircraft flying in Class G airspace at or below 3,000 ft AMSL or 1,000 ft above terrain (whichever is higher)?

A.Flight visibility of 5 km, clear of clouds, and in visual sight of the surface

B.Flight visibility of 8 km, 1,500 m horizontal separation from clouds, and 1,000 ft vertical cloud clearance

C.Flight visibility of 3 km, 500 m horizontal separation from clouds, and 500 ft vertical cloud clearance

D.Flight visibility of 1,500 m with no requirement to maintain visual contact with the surface

Explanation: Under JCAR Part 91.155(a), in Class G airspace at or below 3,000 ft AMSL or 1,000 ft above the surface (whichever is higher), the VMC minima for aeroplanes are a flight visibility of 5 km, clear of clouds, and in sight of the surface. JCAR 91.155(b)(1) allows a limited reduction below 1,000 ft above the surface: an aeroplane flown at 140 kt IAS or less may operate with flight visibility of not less than 3 km, and not less than 1.5 km only when it is flown in an aerodrome traffic circuit with the aerodrome in sight.

5What is the standard minimum safe height for a VFR flight over the congested areas of cities, towns, or settlements, or over an open-air assembly of persons?

A.1,000 ft above the highest obstacle within a radius of 600 m from the aircraft

B.500 ft above the highest obstacle within a radius of 300 m from the aircraft

C.1,500 ft above ground level under all atmospheric conditions

D.2,000 ft above the highest terrain within a 5-nautical-mile corridor

Explanation: Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, or by special permission from CARC, a VFR flight over congested areas of cities, towns, or settlements, or over an open-air assembly of persons, must not be flown lower than 1,000 ft (300 m) above the highest obstacle within a radius of 600 m from the aircraft.

6What cruising level rule applies to an aircraft operating in level VFR flight at an altitude greater than 3,000 ft above the ground or water?

A.Semi-circular rule based on magnetic track: tracks 000° to 179° fly odd thousands plus 500 ft; tracks 180° to 359° fly even thousands plus 500 ft

B.Quadrant rule based on true heading: northeast quadrants fly even thousands, southwest quadrants fly odd thousands

C.Semi-circular rule based on true track: tracks 000° to 179° fly even thousands; tracks 180° to 359° fly odd thousands

D.Any altitude may be chosen provided the pilot remains clear of clouds and communicates on 121.5 MHz

Explanation: Under JCAR Part 91.159, a VFR flight in level cruising flight more than 3,000 ft above the surface must use the semi-circular table based on magnetic course: courses of 000 to 179 degrees use any odd thousand-foot MSL altitude plus 500 ft (3,500; 5,500; 7,500), and courses of 180 to 359 degrees use any even thousand-foot MSL altitude plus 500 ft (4,500; 6,500; 8,500). These are altitudes on QNH, not flight levels, because the Jordanian transition altitude is 13,000 ft (JCAR 91.121).

7While on final approach to an aerodrome control tower, the pilot observes a flashing red light directed at their aircraft. What does this signal indicate to an aircraft in flight?

A.Aerodrome unsafe, do not land

B.Cleared to land

C.Give way to other aircraft and continue circling

D.Return for landing and await steady green light

Explanation: In standard ICAO / CARC aerodrome light signaling, a flashing red light directed from the control tower to an aircraft in flight signifies 'Aerodrome unsafe, do not land'. A steady red light means 'Give way to other aircraft and continue circling', whereas a flashing green light means 'Return for landing'.

8What is the meaning of a white dumb-bell signal displayed horizontally in the aerodrome signal square?

A.Aircraft are required to land, take off, and taxi exclusively on paved runways and taxiways

B.Glider flying is in progress at the aerodrome

C.The aerodrome is completely closed to all operations

D.Light aircraft may use grass runways while heavy aircraft must use asphalt

Explanation: A white dumb-bell placed in the signal area signifies that aircraft are required to use paved runways and taxiways exclusively for takeoffs, landings, and taxiing. If the dumb-bell has black stripes across each circular portion, takeoffs and landings are restricted to runways, but taxiing is permitted off the paved surfaces.

9What is the operational difference between setting an aircraft altimeter to QNH versus setting it to QFE?

A.QNH indicates altitude above Mean Sea Level (MSL), whereas QFE indicates height above the aerodrome elevation or threshold

B.QNH indicates height above ground level (AGL), whereas QFE indicates flight levels referenced to the 1013.25 hPa datum

C.QNH is only used above transition altitude, whereas QFE is used for high-altitude en-route cruising

D.QNH indicates density altitude, whereas QFE indicates pressure altitude

Explanation: QNH is the station pressure corrected to Mean Sea Level (MSL) using standard atmospheric lapse rates; when set on the subscale, the altimeter displays altitude above sea level and will read aerodrome elevation when on the ground. QFE is the local atmospheric pressure at the aerodrome reference point; when set on the subscale, the altimeter displays height above that datum and reads zero when the aircraft is on the runway.

10Which of the following documents is legally required to be carried on board an aircraft during a private international flight under Jordan Civil Aviation Regulations?

A.Certificate of Airworthiness, Certificate of Registration, Flight Crew Licences, and Aircraft Radio Station Licence

B.Pilot training record logbook, medical receipts, and fuel purchase invoices

C.Manufacturer marketing brochures, airport diagrams, and passenger passport copies only

D.A copy of the CARC annual budget report and flight instructor certificates

Explanation: Under ICAO Annex 6 Part II and Jordan CARC regulations, an aircraft engaged in international navigation must carry on board its Certificate of Registration, Certificate of Airworthiness, the licences of each crew member, the Aircraft Radio Station Licence, the Aircraft Technical Log / Journey Log Book, passenger manifests, and cargo manifests if applicable.

About the CARC PPL Theory Exam

The Jordan Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) Private Pilot Licence (PPL) theoretical knowledge examinations validate the aeronautical knowledge required to fly non-commercial flights as pilot-in-command under Visual Flight Rules in accordance with JCAR-FCL 1. Administered by CARC in Amman, the 9 subjects are examined in written form in English and comprise at least 120 questions in total, covering navigation, aircraft systems, aviation law, weather, flight safety, and human factors.

Exam sponsor: Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) — Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

9 theoretical knowledge subjects examined in written form: Air Law and ATC Procedures, Aircraft General Knowledge, Flight Performance and Planning, Human Performance and Limitations, Meteorology, Navigation, Operational Procedures, Principles of Flight, and Communications. The examination may be taken on one or more days at the discretion of CARC.

Time Limit

not published - subdivision of times between subjects is at the discretion of CARC

Passing Score

At least 75% of the marks allocated to each of the 9 subjects, with all subjects passed within 18 months counted from the end of the calendar month of the first attempt.

Exam / Certification Fees

10 JOD for Jordanians and 20 JOD for non-Jordanians per initial or repeat examination under Article 10(B)(2) of the Civil Aviation Charges Regulation; 50 JOD (70 JOD non-Jordanian) for PPL licence issuance or renewal under Article 10(A)(2).

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Air Law & ATC Procedures

JCAR-FCL 1 PPL privileges and currency, Class 2 medical requirements, rules of the air, VMC visibility and cloud clearance minima, and aerodrome markings.

12%

Principles of Flight

Basic aerodynamics, lift, weight, thrust, drag, angle of attack, stalls, spins, flap operation, primary flight controls, and aircraft axes of motion.

12%

Aircraft General Knowledge

Four-stroke piston engines, carburettor heat, mixture control, dual magneto ignition, electrical systems, and pitot-static flight instruments.

12%

Flight Performance & Planning

Weight and balance center of gravity calculations, takeoff and landing distances, headwind and crosswind charts, and VFR fuel reserves.

12%

Meteorology

Standard atmosphere, pressure systems, atmospheric lapse rates, local winds, cloud types, visibility hazards, fog formation, and METAR decoding.

12%

Navigation

Aeronautical charts, true and magnetic heading conversions (TVMDC), Dead Reckoning, groundspeed, wind correction angles, and basic VOR navigation.

10%

Operational Procedures

Pre-flight walkaround inspections, aerodrome traffic circuit procedures, runway incursion prevention, collision avoidance, and forced landing procedures.

Human Performance & Limitations

Basic aviation physiology, hypoxia, hyperventilation, spatial disorientation, ear and sinus barotrauma, IMSAFE self-assessment, and alcohol rules.

Communications (VFR)

Standard ICAO VHF radiotelephony phraseology, phonetic alphabet, position reports, transponder squawk codes (7500, 7600, 7700), and radio failure.

Preparing for the CARC PPL Theory Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: At least 75% of the marks allocated to each of the 9 subjects, with all subjects passed within 18 months counted from the end of the calendar month of the first attempt.
Assessment: 9 theoretical knowledge subjects examined in written form: Air Law and ATC Procedures, Aircraft General Knowledge, Flight Performance and Planning, Human Performance and Limitations, Meteorology, Navigation, Operational Procedures, Principles of Flight, and Communications. The examination may be taken on one or more days at the discretion of CARC.
Time limit: not published - subdivision of times between subjects is at the discretion of CARC
Exam / certification fees: 10 JOD for Jordanians and 20 JOD for non-Jordanians per initial or repeat examination under Article 10(B)(2) of the Civil Aviation Charges Regulation; 50 JOD (70 JOD non-Jordanian) for PPL licence issuance or renewal under Article 10(A)(2). Official sources

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CARC PPL Theory: Suggested Study Strategy

1Review the standard circuit entry and departure procedures, right-of-way rules, and VMC visibility/cloud separation requirements for controlled and uncontrolled airspace.

2Practice wind correction calculations, Dead Reckoning track calculations, and compass heading derivations (True to Compass) until automatic.

3Understand the symptoms, causes, and immediate pilot corrective actions for carburettor icing, engine overheating, and electrical alternator failure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many theoretical knowledge exams are required for a CARC PPL in Jordan?

Under JCAR-FCL 1, candidates must pass 9 theoretical knowledge examinations covering Air Law, Aircraft General Knowledge, Flight Performance & Planning, Human Performance, Meteorology, Navigation, Operational Procedures, Principles of Flight, and Communications.

What is the passing score and retake policy for the CARC PPL exams?

The pass mark is 75% of the marks allocated to each subject, and all 9 subjects must be passed within 18 months counted from the end of the calendar month in which the applicant first sat an examination (Appendix 1 to JCAR-FCL 1.130 & 1.135). The four-attempt and six-sitting limits in JCAR-FCL 1.490 apply to the professional pilot licence and instrument rating examinations rather than to the PPL.

What medical certificate is required for a Jordan PPL?

Under JCAR-FCL 1, an applicant for or holder of a Private Pilot Licence must hold at least a valid Class 2 medical certificate issued by an authorized CARC Aeromedical Examiner (AME).