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Key Facts: CAA NZ Instrument Rating Air Law Exam

50 Qs

Official CAA NZ IR Air Law exam question count.

CAA NZ / Aspeq Examination Guidelines

90 Mins

Time limit allowed for the CBT examination.

Aspeq Exam Specifications

70%

Minimum passing score required.

CAR Part 61

$108 NZD

Exam fee per sitting via Aspeq.

CAA NZ Fee Schedule

Part 61 & 91

Core Civil Aviation Rules assessed.

Civil Aviation Authority of NZ

CAA NZ IR Air Law is a 90-minute Aspeq CBT exam requiring 70% to pass, assessing Part 61/91 IFR rules, recency, IPCs, IFR minima, alternate planning, ATC procedures, RVSM, and PBN/RNP.

Sample CAA NZ Instrument Rating Air Law Practice Questions

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1Under Civil Aviation Rules Part 61, what is the minimum instrument flight time requirement in the preceding 90 days for a pilot to act as pilot-in-command of an aircraft under IFR?

A.3 hours of instrument time including 1 instrument approach

B.6 hours of instrument time including 3 instrument approach procedures

C.10 hours of instrument time including 5 instrument approach procedures

D.12 hours of instrument time including an instrument proficiency check

Explanation: Under CAR Part 61.805, to act as PIC under IFR, a pilot must have logged at least 6 hours of instrument flight time (including at least 3 hours in an aircraft of the appropriate category) and completed 3 instrument approach procedures within the preceding 90 days.

2What is the maximum period of validity for an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) under CAR Part 61 for an Instrument Rating?

A.6 calendar months

B.12 calendar months

C.24 calendar months

D.36 calendar months

Explanation: Under CAR Part 61.807, an Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) remains current for 24 calendar months to the end of the month in which it was completed (or 12 months for single-pilot air transport operations under Part 135/121).

3If a pilot's 90-day IFR recency has elapsed, what action is required before they can act as PIC carrying passengers under IFR?

A.Log 1 hour of night flying with an instructor

B.Re-pass the complete CAA IR Air Law written examination

C.Restore recency by performing the required instrument flight time/approaches under dual instruction or pass an IPC

D.Apply for a written exemption directly from the Director of Civil Aviation

Explanation: Under CAR Part 61, if 90-day recency has lapsed, the pilot cannot act as PIC under IFR until they restore recency under dual instruction with a qualified flight instructor or successfully complete an IPC.

4Under CAR Part 91, which instrument is MANDATORY for IFR flight operations in power-driven aircraft?

A.Radio altimeter

B.Dual sensitive altimeters adjustable for barometric pressure

C.Weather radar display unit

D.Head-Up Display (HUD)

Explanation: CAR Part 91 Appendix A.3 requires two sensitive pressure altimeters adjustable for barometric pressure for IFR flight operations.

5When acting as a safety pilot during simulated instrument flight in VMC, what requirement must the safety pilot meet under CAR Part 91?

A.Must hold an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)

B.Must occupy a control seat with adequate vision forward and to each side of the aircraft

C.Must hold a Category A Flight Instructor rating

D.Must be rated on multi-engine turbine aircraft

Explanation: Under CAR Part 91.205, simulated instrument flight requires a safety pilot occupying a control seat with adequate vision forward and to each side of the aircraft, holding at least a PPL for that category/class.

6What is the minimum age to be issued an Instrument Rating under CAR Part 61?

A.16 years of age

B.17 years of age

C.18 years of age

D.21 years of age

Explanation: Under CAR Part 61, an applicant for an Instrument Rating must be at least 17 years of age (holding at least a Private Pilot Licence).

7Under CAR Part 91, what is the maximum permissible altimeter error between two primary altimeters when checked on the ground against a known aerodrome elevation prior to IFR flight?

A.±30 feet

B.±60 feet

C.±100 feet

D.±150 feet

Explanation: Under NZ AIP and CAR Part 91 standards, altimeter checks on the ground against known aerodrome elevation must agree within ±60 feet (or ±75 feet under certain ICAO standards; ±60 ft is the primary NZ limit for primary altimetry accuracy).

8Which medical certificate class is the minimum required for a pilot exercising the privileges of an Instrument Rating on a Private Pilot Licence?

A.Class 1 Medical Certificate

B.Class 2 Medical Certificate with instrument endorsement

C.Class 2 Medical Certificate

D.DL9 Driver Licence Medical

Explanation: A Class 2 Medical Certificate is the minimum required for a PPL holder exercising Instrument Rating privileges in non-commercial operations under CAR Part 61.

9Under CAR Part 91, what power supply requirement applies to gyroscopic flight instruments for IFR flight?

A.Must all be driven by vacuum pumps only

B.Must have at least two independent energy sources for gyroscopic indicators

C.Must be connected to a single high-capacity battery

D.Must be hand-cranked in case of electrical failure

Explanation: CAR Part 91 Appendix A.3 requires gyroscopic instruments (attitude, heading, turn indicators) to be powered from at least two independent energy sources (e.g., dual vacuum/electrical or dual electrical buses).

10Under CAR Part 91, what minimum obstacle clearance must be maintained during IFR en-route flight over non-mountainous terrain when not on a published ATS route?

A.500 feet above the highest obstacle within 2 nm

B.1,000 feet above the highest obstacle within 5 nm of the intended track

C.1,500 feet above the highest obstacle within 10 nm

D.2,000 feet above the highest obstacle within 5 nm

Explanation: Under CAR Part 91.411, over non-mountainous terrain, an IFR aircraft must maintain a minimum altitude of 1,000 feet above the highest obstacle located within 5 nautical miles of the intended track.

About the CAA NZ Instrument Rating Air Law Exam

The CAA NZ Instrument Rating Air Law examination tests pilot candidates in New Zealand on Civil Aviation Rules Part 61 (IR privileges, recency, IPC checks), Part 91 (IFR general operating & flight rules, mandatory equipment), IFR takeoff and landing minima, alternate aerodrome planning (ceiling/visibility criteria, MARS, RAIM prediction), ATC clearances, position reports, communication failure in IMC, RVSM rules, and Performance-Based Navigation (PBN / RNP).

Assessment

50 multiple-choice questions administered electronically in 90 minutes via Aspeq CBT centers.

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$108 NZD (Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (exams via Aspeq))

CAA NZ Instrument Rating Air Law Exam Content Outline

35%

CAR Part 61 & Part 91 IFR Regulations

Instrument rating privileges, 90-day recency requirements, Instrument Proficiency Checks (IPC), required aircraft flight instruments, pitot-static inspections, and IFR fuel reserves.

35%

IFR Takeoff & Landing Minima & Alternates

Takeoff minima, decision altitudes (DA/MDA), visual reference requirements, alternate aerodrome selection rules, MARS alternate minima calculation, 2-engine vs 1-engine alternates, and GNSS RAIM availability prediction.

30%

Airspace, ATC Procedures, RVSM & PBN/RNP

IFR flight plan filing, ATC clearances, position reporting tolerances, two-way radio failure in IMC, Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM FL290-FL410), and Performance-Based Navigation (PBN/RNP) specifications.

How to Pass the CAA NZ Instrument Rating Air Law Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 70%
Assessment: 50 multiple-choice questions administered electronically in 90 minutes via Aspeq CBT centers.
Time limit: 90 minutes
Exam fee: $108 NZD

Keys to Passing

Complete 500+ practice questions
Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
Focus on highest-weighted sections
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CAA NZ Instrument Rating Air Law Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master CAR Part 61.805/807 recency rules (6 hours instrument flight time & 3 approaches in 90 days) and IPC 24-month validity rules.

2Memorize standard takeoff minima (300 ft ceiling / 1,500 m vis) and required conditions for low-visibility takeoff.

3Understand destination alternate selection criteria (ETA ± 1 hour ceiling < DA/MDA + 1,000 ft or vis < 5 km) and MARS precision (+200 ft / +1,000 m) vs non-precision (+300 ft / +1,500 m) alternate additions.

4Learn GNSS RAIM availability prediction rules (5-minute outage threshold requiring non-GNSS alternate).

5Study two-way radio failure procedures in IMC: squawk 7600, maintain highest of assigned/MEA/expected altitude, follow filed route, land at EAT/ETA.

6Understand RVSM operating limits (FL290-FL410, 1,000 ft separation, 200 ft in-flight altimeter tolerance) and PBN RNP 1 / RNP APCH lateral containment values.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAA NZ Instrument Rating Air Law exam?

It is a mandatory theoretical knowledge examination administered by Aspeq on behalf of the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand (CAA NZ) for pilots seeking an Instrument Rating under CAR Part 61.

What is the passing score for the CAA NZ IR Air Law exam?

Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% to pass the examination.

How many questions are on the exam and what is the time limit?

The official CAA NZ Aspeq examination consists of 50 multiple-choice questions with a time limit of 90 minutes.

What topics are covered in the CAA NZ IR Air Law syllabus?

Syllabus topics include CAR Part 61 IR privileges/recency/IPCs, Part 91 IFR rules, takeoff/landing minima, alternate aerodrome selection & MARS calculations, GNSS RAIM prediction, ATC IFR clearances, communication failure in IMC, RVSM operations, and PBN/RNP specifications.

How much does the CAA NZ IR Air Law exam cost?

The examination fee is $108 NZD per attempt under current CAA NZ / Aspeq fee schedules.