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1For most private-pilot navigation calculations, the Earth is treated as:
2The Earth's axis of rotation passes through which two points?
3Parallels of latitude are:
4Meridians of longitude are:
5The shortest distance between two points on a sphere follows a:
6A rhumb line is a line that:
7One minute of arc of latitude along a meridian is approximately equal to:
8Two positions lie on the Equator 5° of longitude apart. Approximate great-circle distance along the Equator is:
9At latitude 60°S, the east–west distance represented by 1° of longitude is approximately:
10Longitude is measured east and west from which reference?
About the SACAA PPL Navigation Exam
The SACAA PPL General Navigation examination is a mandatory computer-based theoretical knowledge subject for the South African Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane). It tests the form of the Earth, time, aeronautical charts (including Lambert conformal mapping and the SA plotting chart), magnetic variation and compass deviation, dead reckoning and the triangle of velocities, navigation-computer calculations, and practical VFR flight-planning/pilotage skills from the official PPL Navigation syllabus. Radio Aids & Communication is a separate SACAA subject; this bank only includes light radio position-fixing as used in practical navigation.
Questions
30 scored questions
Time Limit
90 minutes
Passing Score
75%
Exam Fee
~R425–R450 per subject (confirm current SACAA Part 187 fee; ATO invigilation may add charges) (South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA))
SACAA PPL Navigation Exam Content Outline
Form of the Earth
Sphere model, poles, latitude/longitude, great circles, rhumb lines, nautical mile, and departure.
Time and Daylight
UTC, LMT, arc-to-time, SAST (UTC+2), sunrise/sunset, official night/civil twilight, and the Date Line.
Charts and Mapping
Lambert conformal conic and Mercator properties, scale, SA plotting chart, isogonals, relief, symbols, and measuring track/distance.
Direction, Variation and Deviation
True/magnetic/compass north, variation, deviation cards, TVMDC conversions, track vs heading, and drift.
Aircraft Magnetism and Compass
Terrestrial magnetism, dip, acceleration and turning errors (hemisphere-aware), interference, and compass swings.
Dead Reckoning and Wind
Pilotage/DR, triangle of velocities, GS/ETA, crosswind components, 1-in-60 rule, IAS/CAS/TAS, fixes, and lost procedures.
Navigation Computer Calculations
Whiz-wheel wind solutions, time/speed/distance, fuel, unit conversions, density/true altitude, and TOD planning.
Practical Navigation and Flight Planning
Nav logs, checkpoints, fuel reserves, VOR/DME and ADF position fixing, diversions, and CA 61-91 permitted tools.
How to Pass the SACAA PPL Navigation Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75%
- Exam length: 30 questions
- Time limit: 90 minutes
- Exam fee: ~R425–R450 per subject (confirm current SACAA Part 187 fee; ATO invigilation may add charges)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pass mark for the SACAA PPL General Navigation exam?
CAR 61.01.10 sets the pass mark for SACAA theoretical knowledge examinations at 75%. There is no negative marking, so unanswered questions should still be attempted before time expires.
How many questions and how much time does SACAA PPL General Navigation allow?
General Navigation is commonly scheduled for about 90 minutes (SA-CATS 61 examination duration teaching). Question counts are typically in the 20–40 range (often around 30) depending on the paper generated by the SACAA online examination system. Confirm the on-screen timer and count for your sitting.
How much does the SACAA PPL General Navigation exam cost?
Expect roughly R425–R450 per theoretical subject under current SACAA fee practice, but always verify the live Part 187 / SACAA fee schedule. Many ATOs add an invigilation or facility charge on top of the Authority fee.
What tools may I use in the Navigation exam?
CA 61-91 permits pencils, eraser, ruler, protractor/dividers, a mechanical navigation computer (whiz wheel), and permitted electronic calculators. Connected devices such as phones with live GPS are not allowed.
Is Radio Aids part of General Navigation?
On CA 61-91, General Navigation and Radio Aids & Communication are separate examination subjects. Navigation includes charts, DR, magnetism, and flight-computer work; basic VOR/DME/ADF position fixing appears in practical navigation. Dedicated radio-aid theory is examined under Radio Aids & Communication.