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Key Facts: NCAA CPL Meteorology Exam

40 Q

Exam Questions

NCAA Nig. CARs Part 2

60 Min

Exam Time Limit

NCAA Assessment Rules

75%

Passing Mark

NCAA Nig. CARs Part 2

₦50,000

Examination Fee

NCAA Fee Schedule 2026

CBT

Exam Delivery Mode

NCAA Testing Center

5 Topics

Syllabus Modules Covered

NCAA CPL Syllabus

NCAA CPL Meteorology is a mandatory ground exam under Nig. CARs Part 2 consisting of 40 MCQs in 60 minutes with a 75% passing mark and an official fee of ~₦50,000.

Sample NCAA CPL Meteorology Practice Questions

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1In the International Standard Atmosphere (ISA), what is the standard mean sea level temperature?
A.0.0°C (32.0°F)
B.+15.0°C (59.0°F)
C.+20.0°C (68.0°F)
D.-15.0°C (5.0°F)
Explanation: Standard ISA mean sea level temperature is defined as +15.0°C (59.0°F) with a standard barometric pressure of 1013.25 hPa / 29.92 inHg.
2What is the standard sea level barometric pressure defined in the International Standard Atmosphere (ISA)?
A.1000.0 hPa
B.1013.25 hPa
C.1025.50 hPa
D.980.00 hPa
Explanation: The standard ISA sea level pressure is 1013.25 hectopascals (hPa) or millibars (mb), equivalent to 29.92 inches of mercury (inHg).
3Which altimeter setting indicates an aircraft's height above mean sea level (MSL) when on the ground at an airport?
A.QFE
B.QNH
C.QNE
D.QFF
Explanation: QNH is the altimeter setting adjusted to mean sea level according to ISA. When set, the altimeter indicates elevation above MSL.
4Which altimeter sub-scale setting causes the altimeter to read zero when an aircraft is parked on the aerodrome runway?
A.QNH
B.QFE
C.QNE
D.1013.25 hPa
Explanation: QFE is the barometric pressure recorded at the aerodrome datum. When QFE is set, the altimeter indicates height above the aerodrome datum, reading zero on the runway.
5What altimeter setting must pilots select when operating above the Transition Altitude?
A.Local QNH
B.Local QFE
C.Standard Altimeter Setting (1013.25 hPa / 29.92 inHg)
D.Regional minimum QNH
Explanation: Above the Transition Altitude, all aircraft set the altimeter to Standard Altimeter Setting (1013.25 hPa / 29.92 inHg) to display Flight Levels (FL) and maintain vertical separation.
6What is the standard Dry Adiabatic Lapse Rate (DALR) for unsaturated air ascending in the atmosphere?
A.1.5°C per 1,000 feet
B.1.98°C per 1,000 feet
C.3.0°C per 1,000 feet
D.5.0°C per 1,000 feet
Explanation: The Dry Adiabatic Lapse Rate (DALR) is constant at approximately 3.0°C per 1,000 feet (1.0°C per 100 meters) of vertical ascent.
7What primary force initiates horizontal air movement (wind) from regions of high barometric pressure to low barometric pressure?
A.Coriolis Force
B.Pressure Gradient Force
C.Frictional Force
D.Centrifugal Force
Explanation: The Pressure Gradient Force (PGF) results from differences in atmospheric pressure across space and is the fundamental force initiating horizontal wind.
8In West Africa, what is the seasonal movement pattern of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ)?
A.Moves northward in July/August and southward in January/February
B.Moves southward in July/August and northward in January/February
C.Remains stationary over the equator year-round
D.Moves east in rainy season and west in dry season
Explanation: Following the overhead position of the sun, the ITCZ migrates northward up to ~20°N over West Africa in July/August (rainy season) and shifts southward near the coast (~5°N) in January/February (dry season).
9Which prevailing surface air mass brings moist, rain-bearing air across Nigeria during the summer monsoon season?
A.North-Easterly Harmattan Trade Wind
B.South-Westerly Maritime Tropical Air Mass
C.North-Westerly Saharan Air Layer
D.South-Easterly Polar Air Mass
Explanation: The South-Westerly monsoon winds originate over the Gulf of Guinea (South Atlantic Ocean), carrying warm, highly humid air into Nigeria.
10The Harmattan season in Northern and Central Nigeria is dominated by wind blowing from which direction?
A.South-West
B.North-East
C.South-East
D.North-West
Explanation: The Harmattan is driven by dry North-Easterly Trade Winds blowing from the Sahara Desert across West Africa between November and March.

About the NCAA CPL Meteorology Exam

The NCAA CPL Meteorology Examination assesses commercial pilot candidates in Nigeria on general aeronautical meteorology, thermodynamic processes, atmospheric stability, weather chart analysis, METAR/TAF decoding, severe weather hazards, and specific tropical meteorological phenomena affecting West African airspace such as the ITCZ, Harmattan haze, and line squalls under Nig. CARs Part 2.

Assessment

40 MCQs. 60 minutes duration. Passing score is 75%.

Time Limit

60 minutes

Passing Score

75%

Exam Fee

₦20,000 (Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA))

NCAA CPL Meteorology Exam Content Outline

20%

Atmosphere & Pressure Systems

ISA atmosphere, pressure altitude, density altitude calculations, altimeter settings (QNH/QFE/QNE), and stability.

25%

Tropical Meteorology in West Africa

ITCZ seasonal movements, West African Monsoon, Harmattan dust haze, and line squalls.

20%

Thunderstorms, Microbursts & Wind Shear

Lifecycle of convective cells, low-level wind shear, wet/dry microbursts, and avoidance techniques.

15%

Icing, Fog & Weather Hazards

Structural icing types (clear, rime, mixed), induction icing, fog mechanisms, and slant-range visibility.

20%

Aviation Weather Reports, Decoding & Radar

Decoding METAR, SPECI, TAF, SIGMET, PIREP, VOLMET, and airborne weather radar interpretation.

How to Pass the NCAA CPL Meteorology Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 75%
  • Assessment: 40 MCQs. 60 minutes duration. Passing score is 75%.
  • Time limit: 60 minutes
  • Exam fee: ₦20,000

Keys to Passing

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

NCAA CPL Meteorology Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master the formula for convective cloud base calculation: Cloud Base (ft AGL) = [(Temp - Dewpoint in °C) / 2.5] × 1000.
2Understand the seasonal movement of the ITCZ across Nigeria (North to ~20°N in July; South to ~5°N in January).
3Differentiate between dry adiabatic lapse rate (DALR = 3.0°C/1000ft), saturated adiabatic lapse rate (SALR = ~1.5°C/1000ft), and environmental lapse rate (ELR).
4Know the characteristics of Harmattan dust haze: reduced visibility (< 1000m), low relative humidity, fine Bodélé Depression dust, occurring November to March.
5Practice decoding complex METAR and TAF strings including CAVOK, TEMPO, BECMG, PROB30/40, and runway visual range (RVR).
6Understand airborne weather radar beam attenuation, tilt management, and the hazards associated with radar shadows behind intense core cells.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the format of the NCAA CPL Meteorology exam?

The exam is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) consisting of 40 multiple-choice questions to be completed within 60 minutes.

What is the passing score for the NCAA CPL Meteorology exam?

Candidates must achieve a score of at least 75% (30 correct out of 40 questions) to pass.

What key regional meteorological phenomena are tested in Nigeria?

The NCAA exam heavily emphasizes West African tropical meteorology, including the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), Harmattan dust haze, West African Monsoon, and squall lines.

How much is the exam fee for the NCAA CPL theoretical examinations?

The official NCAA examination fee is approximately ₦50,000 per subject paper.

Are weather decoding and lapse rate calculations included in the exam?

Yes, candidates must be proficient in decoding ICAO METAR, TAF, and SIGMET reports, as well as performing calculations for atmospheric lapse rates, cloud base height, pressure altitude, and density altitude.