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Sample FAA CCH Knowledge Test — Commercial Pilot Helicopter Canadian Conversion Practice Questions

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1Under the FAA-TC Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL), what is the minimum flight time in helicopters required for a Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter (CPL-H) holder to convert to an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a Rotorcraft-Helicopter rating?
A.100 hours
B.150 hours
C.200 hours
D.250 hours
Explanation: Under the FAA-Transport Canada Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL), an applicant converting a Transport Canada CPL-H to an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a Rotorcraft-Helicopter rating must have logged at least 150 hours of flight time in helicopters. This specific IPL credit path streamlines conversion for Canadian commercial helicopter pilots.
2According to 14 CFR 61.133, a commercial pilot with a rotorcraft-helicopter rating may act as pilot in command of an aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire, provided that:
A.The pilot complies with the applicable parts of 14 CFR that apply to the operation being conducted
B.The pilot holds an FAA Instrument Rating - Helicopter in all cases regardless of distance or time of day
C.The operation is conducted exclusively under Part 91 general operating rules without exception
D.The aircraft is equipped with dual flight controls and a co-pilot
Explanation: 14 CFR 61.133 states that a commercial pilot may fly for compensation or hire, but must comply with the specific operational regulations (such as Part 119, 135, or 133) that govern the commercial operation being performed.
3To exercise the privileges of an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate, a pilot must hold at least what class of FAA medical certificate (or equivalent valid Canadian medical under IPL), and what is its validity period for commercial operations regardless of age?
A.First-Class medical certificate; valid for 6 calendar months
B.Third-Class medical certificate; valid for 24 calendar months
C.Second-Class medical certificate; valid for 12 calendar months
D.BasicMed qualification; valid for 48 calendar months
Explanation: Under 14 CFR 61.23(a)(2), to exercise commercial pilot privileges, a pilot must hold at least a Second-Class medical certificate. Under 14 CFR 61.23(d), a Second-Class medical certificate expires at the end of the 12th calendar month after the month of the date of examination, regardless of the pilot's age.
4Under 14 CFR 61.56, to act as pilot in command of an aircraft, a commercial pilot must have accomplished a flight review within the preceding:
A.12 calendar months, consisting of 2 hours ground and 2 hours flight instruction
B.24 calendar months, consisting of a minimum of 1 hour of ground instruction and 1 hour of flight instruction
C.24 calendar months, consisting exclusively of a written exam and solo flight evaluation
D.36 calendar months, provided the pilot has logged at least 100 hours of flight time
Explanation: 14 CFR 61.56 requires a flight review every 24 calendar months. The review must consist of at least 1 hour of ground instruction covering current general operating and flight rules of Part 91, and at least 1 hour of flight instruction in an aircraft for which the pilot is rated.
5To act as pilot in command of a helicopter carrying passengers at night, 14 CFR 61.57(b) requires that within the preceding 90 days, the pilot must have made at least:
A.3 takeoffs and 3 touch-and-go landings at night in any category of aircraft
B.5 takeoffs and 5 full-stop landings at night in a helicopter
C.3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop between 1 hour after sunset and 1 hour before sunrise in the same category, class, and type (if type rating required)
D.3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop during the period from evening civil twilight to morning civil twilight in a helicopter
Explanation: Under 14 CFR 61.57(b), night passenger recency requires 3 takeoffs and 3 landings to a full stop performed during the period beginning 1 hour after sunset and ending 1 hour before sunrise in the same category, class, and type (if required) within the preceding 90 days.
6Under 14 CFR 91.151(b), no person may begin a VFR flight in a rotorcraft unless, considering wind and forecast weather conditions, there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed, to fly thereafter for at least:
A.15 minutes during day or night
B.20 minutes during day or night
C.30 minutes during day and 45 minutes during night
D.45 minutes during day or night
Explanation: 14 CFR 91.151(b) specifies that for rotorcraft under VFR, the required fuel reserve after reaching the first point of intended landing is at least 20 minutes for both day and night VFR flights. (Note: Airplanes require 30 min day / 45 min night).
7Which of the following items is explicitly required under 14 CFR 91.205(b) for VFR day flight in a civil helicopter?
A.Fuel quantity gauge for each tank
B.Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) In display
C.Radio altimeter and vertical speed indicator
D.Strobe lights and dual VHF communication radios
Explanation: 14 CFR 91.205(b)(9) requires a fuel quantity gauge indicating the quantity of fuel in each tank for VFR day flight in all civil aircraft, including helicopters.
8Under 14 CFR 91.209, during what period must an aircraft in flight or operating on the surface show lighted position lights?
A.From evening civil twilight to morning civil twilight
B.From 1 hour after sunset to 1 hour before sunrise
C.From sunset to sunrise
D.Whenever visibility is less than 3 statute miles
Explanation: 14 CFR 91.209(a) requires that no person may operate an aircraft during the period from sunset to sunrise unless it has lighted position lights.
9Regarding Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) requirements under 14 CFR 91.207, which statement accurately reflects US federal regulations for helicopters?
A.Helicopters must carry an operational 406 MHz ELT on all flights over 25 NM from origin
B.Helicopters are required to carry an ELT only when operating over water more than 50 NM from shore
C.Helicopters are required to carry an ELT only during commercial passenger-carrying flights
D.Helicopters are explicitly exempt from the ELT carriage requirements under 14 CFR 91.207(f)(10)
Explanation: 14 CFR 91.207(f)(10) explicitly exempts aircraft equipped for agricultural operations, as well as rotorcraft, from the general ELT requirements of section 91.207.
10Under 14 CFR 91.17, what is the maximum allowable blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and the minimum required time between alcohol consumption and acting as a crewmember?
A.Less than 0.04 percent BAC, and at least 8 hours after consumption
B.Less than 0.04 percent BAC, and at least 12 hours after consumption
C.Zero percent BAC, and at least 24 hours after consumption
D.Less than 0.08 percent BAC, and at least 8 hours after consumption
Explanation: 14 CFR 91.17 prohibits acting as a crewmember within 8 hours after the consumption of any alcoholic beverage, or while having an alcohol concentration of 0.04 percent or greater in a blood or breath specimen. (Note: Canadian CARs require 12 hours, which pilots converting under IPL must compare).

About the FAA CCH Knowledge Test — Commercial Pilot Helicopter Canadian Conversion Exam

The FAA Commercial Pilot Helicopter Canadian Conversion (CCH) Knowledge Test is designed for pilots who hold a Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence - Helicopter (CPL-H) and wish to convert to an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a Rotorcraft-Category Helicopter Class Rating under the US-Canada Implementation Procedures for Licensing (IPL). The exam evaluates knowledge of US Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR Parts 61, 91), US National Airspace System, weather services, helicopter aerodynamics, density altitude, weight and balance, and flight operations.

Questions

40 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes)

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$175 (Federal Aviation Administration (FAA))

FAA CCH Knowledge Test — Commercial Pilot Helicopter Canadian Conversion Exam Content Outline

30%

Federal Aviation Regulations

14 CFR Part 61 and Part 91 operational rules.

25%

Airspace & ATC Procedures

National Airspace System rules, navigation, and communications.

25%

Aircraft Systems & Performance

Aerodynamics, weight & balance, and flight planning calculations.

20%

Aviation Weather & Hazards

Meteorological reports, forecasts, icing, and atmospheric hazards.

How to Pass the FAA CCH Knowledge Test — Commercial Pilot Helicopter Canadian Conversion Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 40 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)
  • Exam fee: $175

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FAA CCH Knowledge Test?

The FAA CCH Knowledge Test is the FAA conversion exam for Transport Canada Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) holders converting to an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a Rotorcraft-Helicopter rating under the FAA-TC bilateral agreement.

How many questions are on the official FAA CCH exam and what is the passing score?

The official exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions with a 2-hour (120 minutes) time limit. The passing score is 70% (at least 28 correct answers out of 40).

Where is the exam taken and how much does it cost?

The test is administered on computer at authorized PSI testing centers in the US and Canada. The fee is $175.

What are the key areas tested on the FAA CCH conversion exam?

The exam focuses on differences between Transport Canada regulations and FAA 14 CFR Part 61/91 rules, US National Airspace System classification, Special VFR helicopter rules, and US airspace weather minimums.

Does the FAA publish topic weightings for the CCH knowledge test?

No. The FAA Airman Knowledge Testing Matrix publishes the test code, question count, minimum age, allotted time and passing score, but no percentage breakdown by subject. The content outline and percentages shown on this page describe how this free practice bank distributes its questions across the knowledge areas drawn from the applicable FAA testing supplement, Airman Certification Standards or Practical Test Standards, and the FAA handbooks for this test.