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1Under SACAA Part 61, what is the minimum total flight time required for an applicant seeking a Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) via the standard non-integrated training path?
A.100 hours
B.150 hours
C.200 hours
D.250 hours
Explanation: Under SACAA CAR 61.05.1, an applicant for a CPL(H) via the standard modular (non-integrated) training path must have completed at least 150 hours of flight time in helicopters. This total time includes required PIC, cross-country, instrument, and night flight experience.
2What is the minimum Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight time required under SACAA Part 61 for the issuance of a CPL(H) via standard modular training?
A.20 hours
B.35 hours
C.70 hours
D.100 hours
Explanation: Under CAR 61.05.1, an applicant for a CPL(H) modular course must log a minimum of 35 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in helicopters. This ensures adequate command decisions during single-pilot operations.
3What is the standard validity period of a Class 1 Medical Certificate for a CPL(H) holder who is under 40 years of age and engaged in single-pilot commercial transport of passengers?
A.6 months
B.12 months
C.24 months
D.60 months
Explanation: Under SACAA CAR Part 67, a Class 1 Medical Certificate is valid for 12 months for commercial pilots under 40 years of age. For pilots aged 40 and older conducting single-pilot commercial passenger operations, the validity reduces to 6 months.
4To act as PIC of a helicopter carrying passengers, what recency requirement must a CPL(H) holder meet under SACAA Part 61?
A.Logged at least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings in the preceding 90 days on the same type or variant
B.Logged at least 5 hours of flight time in the preceding 30 days
C.Completed a flight review within the preceding 6 months
D.Logged at least 10 takeoffs and landings within the preceding 60 days
Explanation: SACAA CAR 61.01.9 requires a pilot carrying passengers to have executed at least 3 takeoffs and 3 landings as sole manipulator of the controls in a helicopter of the same type or variant within the preceding 90 days.
5Under SACAA Part 139 and ICAO Annex 14 Volume II, what does the abbreviation 'TLOF' stand for?
A.Touchdown and Liftoff Area
B.Taxiway and Landing Operating Facility
C.Terminal Low-Altitude Operating Footprint
D.Threshold Landing and Obstacle Free Area
Explanation: TLOF stands for 'Touchdown and Liftoff Area', which is a load-bearing area on which a helicopter may touch down or lift off during operations.
6Under CAR Part 139 and ICAO Annex 14 Volume II, what does the abbreviation 'FATO' stand for?
A.Final Approach and Takeoff Area
B.Fixed Approach Approach and Taxi Track
C.Flight Control Alignment and Threshold Outlet
D.Forward Air Transport Operations Zone
Explanation: FATO stands for 'Final Approach and Takeoff Area', a defined area over which the final phase of the approach maneuver to a hover or landing is completed and from which the takeoff maneuver is commenced.
7What is the standard color of perimeter lights used to demarcate a Touchdown and Liftoff Area (TLOF) at a heliport under ICAO Annex 14 Vol II / SACAA CATS 139?
A.Green
B.White
C.Blue
D.Yellow
Explanation: TLOF perimeter lights must emit omnidirectional green light to delineate the touchdown surface clearly during night or low-visibility operations.
8Under SACAA CAR Part 127, what is the minimum required VFR day final fuel reserve for commercial air transport operations in helicopters?
A.10 minutes
B.20 minutes
C.30 minutes
D.45 minutes
Explanation: Under CAR 127.07.7, a helicopter operating under VFR during the day must carry sufficient fuel to reach the destination plus a final reserve of at least 20 minutes at normal cruising speed.
9What is the minimum final fuel reserve required for VFR night commercial helicopter operations under SACAA Part 127?
A.20 minutes
B.30 minutes
C.45 minutes
D.60 minutes
Explanation: CAR Part 127 requires helicopters operating VFR at night to carry fuel to reach the destination heliport plus a final reserve of at least 30 minutes at normal cruising speed.
10Under SACAA Part 12, how quickly must an aviation accident be reported to the Director or Accident and Incident Investigations Division (AIID)?
A.Immediately by the quickest means possible, with a written report within 24 hours
B.Within 12 hours by telephone only
C.Within 7 days by registered post
D.At the next monthly operator safety meeting
Explanation: CAR 12.02.1 mandates that an accident must be reported immediately by the quickest available means to the SACAA AIID, followed by a formal written report (Form CA 12-01) within 24 hours.

About the SACAA CPL(H) Air Law Exam

The SACAA CPL (Helicopter) Air Law examination is a mandatory theoretical knowledge test for pilots seeking a Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) in South Africa. The examination tests in-depth knowledge of South African Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Technical Standards (CATS)—focusing on Part 61 (Personnel Licensing), Part 91 (General Operating and Flight Rules), Part 127 (Commercial Air Transport - Helicopters), Part 139 (Heliports & Helidecks), Part 12 (Aviation Accidents and Incidents), and ICAO Annex 14 Volume II.

Questions

35 scored questions

Time Limit

90 minutes

Passing Score

75%

Exam Fee

R450 per subject sitting under SACAA Part 187 user fees (South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA))

SACAA CPL(H) Air Law Exam Content Outline

25%

Personnel Licensing & CPL(H) Privileges (Part 61)

CPL(H) experience requirements, flight hour logging, privileges, ratings, medical currency, recency, and revalidation requirements.

25%

Rules of the Air & General Operating Rules (Part 91)

Helicopter minimum heights, low-level exemptions, VFR weather minima, right-of-way, altimeter settings, airspace classification, and required instruments/equipment.

25%

Commercial Air Transport Operations - Helicopters (Part 127)

AOC requirements, Performance Classes 1, 2, and 3 (PC1, PC2, PC3), MEL/CDL, fuel reserves, flight time limitations (FTDL), overwater operations, and passenger carriage.

15%

Heliports, Helidecks & Aerodromes (Part 139 & ICAO Annex 14 Vol II)

FATO, TLOF, D-value, MTOM markings, heliport visual aids, lighting, RFFS categories H1-H3, and offshore helideck operating procedures.

10%

Accident Investigation & International Aviation Law (Part 12 & ICAO)

Part 12 accident and incident notification, wreckage preservation, SACAA AIID responsibilities, Chicago Convention, and ICAO Annexes.

How to Pass the SACAA CPL(H) Air Law Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 75%
  • Exam length: 35 questions
  • Time limit: 90 minutes
  • Exam fee: R450 per subject sitting under SACAA Part 187 user fees

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SACAA CPL(H) Air Law Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize SACAA Part 61 experience requirements for CPL(H): 150 total helicopter hours (100 for integrated), 35 PIC hours, 20 cross-country PIC hours, 10 instrument hours, and 5 night hours.
2Understand Part 91 helicopter minimum height rules and low-level exemption requirements, contrasting helicopter autorotative safety landing provisions with fixed-wing 500 ft/1,000 ft rules.
3Study Part 127 Helicopter Performance Classes (PC1, PC2, PC3) in detail, including surface environment definitions (hostile vs non-hostile areas).
4Learn Part 139 / ICAO Annex 14 Vol II heliport terminology: FATO, TLOF, D-value (overall length), MTOM (tonnes), and green TLOF perimeter lights.
5Review Part 12 accident notification procedures: report immediately to SACAA AIID and submit written report within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pass mark and question count for SACAA CPL(H) Air Law?

Under CAR 61.01.10, the pass mark is 75%. The computer-based examination (PEXO) consists of 35 multiple-choice questions with a time limit of 90 minutes.

What is the cost to sit the SACAA CPL(H) Air Law exam?

The official SACAA examination fee is R450 per subject sitting as prescribed under Part 187 of the Civil Aviation Regulations.

What are the minimum flight time requirements for a CPL(H) under SACAA Part 61?

An applicant for a CPL(H) must have completed at least 150 hours of flight time in helicopters (or 100 hours if completing an approved integrated CPL course), including 35 hours PIC (70 hours PIC on integrated course), 20 hours cross-country PIC, 10 hours instrument instruction (max 5 in FSTD), and 5 hours night flight time.

How do Part 127 Helicopter Performance Classes (PC1, PC2, PC3) differ?

Performance Class 1 (PC1) guarantees forced-landing capability or safe continued flight after engine failure at any point. PC2 allows engine failure during initial takeoff or final landing to result in a forced landing, but requires safe continued flight in all other phases. PC3 applies to single-engine or non-performing multi-engine helicopters where engine failure requires a forced landing at any stage.

What are the VFR day fuel reserve requirements for commercial helicopter operations under Part 127?

For VFR day commercial air transport operations in helicopters under Part 127, the aircraft must carry sufficient fuel to reach the destination plus a final reserve of 20 minutes at normal cruising speed.