Cathay Pacific 2nd Officer Interview Practice Test

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• Is it necessary to monitor fan RPM when using EPR thrust settings?
• Longer-term changes in the ITCZ can lead to which outcomes in nearby regions?
• How did you finance your pilot training?
• Active controls involve which surfaces?
• Which factors determine form or pressure drag on an aircraft?
• Cathay Pacific was founded on which date?
• In typhoon conditions during landing, what is a go-around consideration?
• Active controls enable an aircraft to
• When landing near a typhoon, which practice is recommended?
• What wind phenomenon is caused by differential heating between land and sea, blowing from sea to land?
• What is the most important instrument when encountering windshear?
• What is the nationality of Roy C Farrell?
• If the center of gravity lies ahead of the center of pressure, what is required to maintain stability?
• What is adverse yaw?
• How much fuel does the horizontal stabilizer hold?
• Where do hurricanes and typhoons form, and what is required for their development?
• Which engine model powers the Boeing 777-200 variant?
• Why do you want to fly for Cathay Pacific?
• During a wind shear warning, which statement correctly describes the override behavior on the B757 and the A320?
• What is the key difference between non-differential spoilers and differential spoilers as described?
• A climb gradient of 10 percent corresponds to approximately how many feet per nautical mile?
• The Tropopause is the boundary between which atmospheric layers?
• Who serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Cathay Pacific?
• Which option correctly states Cathay Pacific's fleet status?
• What causes the downgoing blade to have a higher angle of attack than the upgoing blade in a propeller aircraft?
• The Northwest Pacific typhoon activity commonly affects which regions?
• What is the latitude above which Satcom is not available on polar routes?
• Which device is used on the aircraft to prevent Dutch roll?
• If the airplane encounters an overcast cirrostratus layer, what type of icing should you expect?
• What is the Mach trimmer?
• What does CAVOK mean?
• Direct Lift Control affects which surfaces?
• From FL330, descending at 1500 fpm, which descent distance is approximately appropriate to begin descent?
• On a Boeing 747, where is Mcrit first reached?
• Where do most CFIT accidents occur?
• VMCG considerations apply when operating on gravel surfaces. Which statement is correct?
• Tell me about a time you made a mistake in the cockpit and what you learned.
• Which city did Cathay move to after leaving Shanghai?
• ACARS is an element of FANS. True or False?
• Which statement is an advantage of pod-mounted engines?
• What is the approximate drag reduction from winglets on the 747-400?
• To convert from true heading to magnetic heading, you should subtract variation.
• Tell us about your first flight. Which detail is most appropriate to include?
• Where might you see yourself in 5 years?
• Which statement best defines a katabatic wind?
• Convert 120 knots to meters per second.
• Which of the following could indicate a hot start due to sensor or measurement issues?
• Which statement describes a typical disadvantage of tail-mounted engines?
• What is your best response to questions about regrets about becoming a pilot?
• In performance calculations, can a clearway be used for the takeoff run or stop portion?
• What is the maximum cabin differential pressure normally allowed on the CRJ?
• Which feature provides EGPWS with improved warning time compared to GPWS?
• What is the most effective way to answer 'What is your biggest weakness?'
• What wing design feature is used to reduce tip stall on a swept wing?
• In normal operation, what is the sequence of transferring fuel to balance the CG in the A340?
• Which option lists the correct set of deicing fluids Type I, II, III, and IV?
• Which parameter is included in the CAVOK definition for cloud coverage?
• What engine and thrust are on the 747-400 in this material?
• Why would you be interested in long-haul flying with Cathay?
• What is a common trade-off of using full flaps for landing on a heavy aircraft?
• What is the primary purpose of the NTS system?
• Which type of drag increases with speed squared and becomes dominant in high-speed flight?
• Which statement best describes how to answer 'What is your best attribute?'
• Trailing edge flaps on the 747-400 are powered by which system?
• Have you ever flown Cathay Pacific as a passenger?
• Which question relates to family considerations when posting overseas?
• Which statement about carbon brake wear is true?
• How did you perform during pilot training?
• What does ETOPS stand for?
• Which option correctly states the nationalities of Cathay Pacific's founders, Roy C Farrell and Sydney H de Kantzow?
• Which factor is commonly used when evaluating engine location in aircraft design?
• ACARS and FANS relationship: which statement is true?
• Which statement correctly describes VMCG when the center of gravity moves rearward?
• Deviation in aircraft navigation is caused by disturbances from what?
• If faced with a scheduling conflict during training, what is the recommended action?
• To which city did Cathay Pacific move to establish the airline?
• Which wingtip design is associated with the 777-300ER according to the material?
• Mach trim allows for the normal operating speed range to be above which threshold and compensates for Mach tuck.
• Which aquaplaning type occurs when the surface is damp with a very thin film of fluid that the tyre cannot penetrate, allowing the wheel to roll?
• Which jet streams are listed in the material?
• What happens to the air temperature as a cold front passes?
• How is wing aspect ratio defined?
• In cirrostratus cloud conditions, which factor most influences whether icing occurs?
• Inside the ITCZ, how do the average winds compare to the trade winds to the north and south?
• How is the 777 fuel system different from the A330/340 and the 747-400 according to the material?
• Which location is associated with the origin of the airline's name?
• When climbing from Mach 0.84 to FL350, what happens to the angle of attack?
• On a double bogie landing gear, which brakes tend to run hottest and why?
• In relation to the drag curve, how does best range speed compare to best endurance speed?
• Vmca is defined as what?
• Who is the Director of Cargo at Cathay Pacific?
• What does a Constant Speed Drive do?
• Which statement best describes your approach to other airlines you might be considering as potential employers?
• Which factor primarily determines stability, required control inputs, and controllability of an aircraft?
• When asked about your family's view on relocating to Hong Kong, what is the best way to respond?
• Why do you want to leave your current job?
• Which statement best describes the combination of captain, instructor, and evaluator responsibilities?
• Which statement correctly describes the asymmetric blade effect?
• What is the typical slope of a cold front?
• Why are the 747-400's wings swept?
• What is the CRJ crosswind limit on a contaminated runway?
• In a cloud with a Total Air Temperature of -47C, is engine anti-ice required?
• What do vortex generators do?
• In the acceleration segment (third segment), from which speed should you accelerate, and to what value?
• VMCA is defined as the minimum airspeed at which the critical engine is suddenly inoperative and it is possible to recover control of the aeroplane and maintain straight flight.
• How would you describe teamwork in a high-stress situation?
• On a wet runway after touchdown, if the aircraft's thrust reversers and brakes are engaged but a skid begins, what is the recommended corrective action?
• With tire pressure of 225 psi, what is the estimated aquaplane speed?
• Which group accompanied Farrell in thinking up the airline's name?
• Which statement about GPWS is true?
• Can you move fuel from the forward tanks back into the stabiliser tank on the B747?
• Balanced field length is defined as?
• Which statement accurately describes the Atlantic hurricane season?
• What powers the leading edge flaps on the 747-400?
• Which statement best describes the auto brake system?
• In a crosswind, which engine is typically the critical engine on a four-engined aircraft?
• In what year was Cathay Pacific founded?
• Did Cathay make a profit last year? If so, how much?
• Explain the IAS → EAS correction?
• What wing design change can reduce Dutch roll?
• What does the TCF mode in EGPWS do?
• In VOR navigation, the radial is established relative to which baseline?
• Which stage of the compressor is used to drive the cabin packs on the CF34 engine?
• Which component is integrated with the rudder control system and influences rudder movement?
• Advantages of aft center of gravity?
• In a cross from the right scenario for the 777, which engine behavior is described as critical?
• How does wing sweep affect lift, and what countermeasures are used?
• What distinguishes the 747-400BCF / special freighter from the 747-400F?
• How many stages are there in the N2 compressor for the CF34 engine described in the notes?
• What method should you use to increase range when flying into a headwind?
• Which statement about the cause of katabatic wind is accurate?
• The RB211 engine uses blades made from which material?
• Who is the Chairman of Cathay Pacific?
• How would you design a high-speed wing?
• Who is the Director of Service Delivery at Cathay Pacific?
• What type of flaps does the CRJ have?
• Which turbulence is Mountain Wave most commonly associated with?
• Carbon brake wear is primarily influenced by which factor?
• What does Terrain Awareness and Display (TAD) do?
• Aquaplaning speed for takeoff is given by which formula in terms of tire pressure (PSI)?
• Which is a recommended CFIT preventive measure?
• Which braking system helps control an aquaplane?
• During the second segment, the aircraft climbs from 35 ft to 400 ft. At what speed is this climb performed?
• What is the significance of the tropopause?
• Which two wind components are typically evaluated for approach performance?
• How many satellites are required to obtain a full 3D position fix with GPS?
• Which statement about EPR and N1 is true?
• Who is the Director of Corporate Affairs at Cathay Pacific?
• What best describes a jet stream?
• On swept-wing aircraft, which factor primarily leads to stall starting at the wingtips?
• What is your preferred method to stay current with aviation standards after a furlough?
• Who is the Director of Flight Operations at Cathay Pacific?
• During penetrating a thunderstorm, which procedure is recommended?
• In the first segment of takeoff, what occurs?
• Who is the Engineering Director at Cathay Pacific?
• Which Cathay Pacific destination listed is in Africa?
• In a fire warning, which item is included in the memory items for immediate action?
• Which parameters are used for predicting turbulence, performance and fuel temperature?
• Why are spoilers used?
• Which control is used to correct for dutch roll?
• How is RNP capability typically certified?
• What describes reverted rubber skidding in aquaplaning?
• What is a key advantage of carbon brakes over steel brakes?
• In take-off performance analysis, what is described as the most critical segment for a given aircraft?
• What is one expected consequence of using RNP compared to conventional procedures?
• Which statement best defines the Critical Mach Number?
• What distinguishes a B747-400F freighter from a B747-400 passenger aircraft?
• What is VMCG?
• What is the primary function of vortex generators on the wing surface?
• What causes the silicon film on carbon brakes to form and reduce wear?
• What is the fleet size including aircraft on order for Cathay Pacific?
• Where is fuel stored in the 747-400?
• Where is the maximum range cruise speed determined on the drag curve?
• What is the aerodynamic effect of washout on the wing tips?
• What is true about EPR versus IEPR regarding probe placement?
• Which statement best describes how you manage workload and stress on a long-haul flight?
• Which component controls cabin pressure automatically on the CRJ?
• Which phenomenon is detected by predictive windshear mode ahead of the aircraft?
• Which statement about cockpit differences between the 747 Classic and 747-400 is true?
• Would you be willing to consider a DESO position in Hong Kong?
• What type of flaps does the Boeing 747 have?
• The ITCZ exhibits a 15-25 day cycle in thunderstorm activity that is roughly half the wavelength of which phenomenon?
• If en route you realize you will not have sufficient fuel to reach your destination under regulatory minimums, what is the proper action?
• Induced drag is described as?
• Which of the following aircraft is listed in the Cathay Pacific airplanes material?
• If all elements of FANS are implemented, what performance benefits are expected for airlines?
• During the passage of a cold front, how does air pressure typically change?
• Variation is the difference between magnetic north and true north. How do you convert a magnetic heading to true heading?
• Where is the fuel stored in the B777?
• Which statement about profile drag is true?
• What are the chances of a brake fire after a max weight abort after V1?
• Which system primarily cools cabin air on a CRJ?
• Why is tip stall bad on a swept-wing aircraft?
• What does EGPWS stand for?
• When does the holdover time begin during deicing?
• How many GPS monitoring stations control the system (excluding the master control)?
• Which approach best demonstrates your teamwork ability?
• What does EPR stand for in engine thrust setting?
• Which device on the A340's wing is responsible for re-energising the boundary layer by bleeding high-pressure air from the lower surface to the upper surface?
• What is the recommended action when hurricane conditions threaten a landing?
• Explain the TAS → GS correction?
• In a climb, which relationship describes the forces?
• How does the Metro wing differ from the 747 wing?
• When Kruger flaps are fitted, how is the relative angle of attack affected compared to the rest of the wing?
• Under VMCA assumptions, which gear and flap configuration is specified?
• In a descent, which statement is true?
• The RB211-524, redesigned, would power new variants of which two aircraft?
• While flying the Hong Kong to Anchorage route, you determine you will land with fuel below the minimum required by regulations. What should you do and why?
• Which statement best describes the CRJ's demonstrated crosswind limit?
• What is the typical width of a microburst?
• What type of oxygen system is provided for passengers?
• On a wet runway, which is the most effective means of slowing down?
• What is the ISA deviation at flight level 350?
• Which engine is used on the Airbus A340-300?
• In windshear analysis, a change in headwind or tailwind of how many knots or more is considered significant?
• Which statement about total drag and VMD is correct?
• Which is a disadvantage of pod-mounted engines?
• Who founded Cathay Pacific Airways?
• What are the three types of aquaplaning?
• What type of reversers does the Boeing 747-400 have?
• How does a parallel yaw damper work?
• Which statement describes one of the operational benefits of RNP navigation?
• What is washout in aerodynamics?
• During RB211 start, at what N2 percentage is the fuel control switched to RUN?
• Which statement about V1 and Vmcg is true?
• For wind shear detection on the 777, which data source is used?
• Which CRJ variant has the lowest demonstrated landing crosswind limit?
• How do slotted flaps work?
• In a microburst windshear, what is the maximum vertical wind speed commonly observed?
• What is the standard outbound leg time for holds above 14,000 feet MSL?
• In the northern hemisphere, which typhoon quadrant has the worst weather?
• What are the climb gradients specified for segments 3E and 4E?
• For GPS RAIM, how many satellites are required?
• How is EPR defined?
• Why did early sailors call the region near the ITCZ the doldrums?
• Which statement about typhoon seasons in basins is true?
• Which question asks about your motivation to join Cathay?
• For a swept wing, which statement is true about stall angle of attack?
• Why does the B777 not have winglets?
• Which statement best describes Dutch roll?
• Which statement best reflects your flexibility for relocation or international rotations?
• What is your approach to working with a diverse crew on long-haul flights?
• Which CF34 engine model is described as having N1 connected to a 4-stage turbine and an N2 compressor with 14 stages?
• CRJ 900 crosswind limits for demonstrated takeoff and landing are which of the following?
• Factors affecting VMCG?
• During wind shear on approach, which approach configuration is recommended?
• What is the ICAO holding speed for altitudes from 14,000 ft to 20,000 ft?
• When does TCAS generate a Resolving Advisory (RA)?
• During a landing on a wet runway, applying reverse thrust causes yaw; what is a likely cause and the recommended action?
• On a 747, with Kruger flaps and VCLEF's, which stalls first?
• What global atmospheric feature is associated with the tropopause?
• Which statement about RB211 and Trent is NOT true?
• Which statement about engine location is generally true?
• What is the best way to respond to 'What was your least favorite flying job?'
• How does a rearward center of gravity affect VMCG?
• Which input is NOT listed as a GPWS input?
• Which parameter is used to set thrust on the B747?
• At 33,000 ft with a temperature of -55 C, what is the ISA deviation?
• Which of the following statements correctly describes ETOPS ratings?
• When planning a typhoon go-around, what weight constraint is essential?
• Why does the Boeing 747-400F not have horizontal stabilizer fuel tanks?
• Which statement accurately describes the relative importance of thrust reversers and spoilers during landing?
• What altitude can ITCZ convective tops reach?
• Where does Cathay fly in North America?
• What values define the ISA at mean sea level?
• Which city listed is a Cathay Pacific destination in Europe?
• Which aircraft system prevents dutch roll?
• What is ITCZ?
• Why should we hire you?
• Which of the following is a listed use of spoilers during landings or aborted takeoffs?
• Which system controls aircraft CG by transferring fuel to or from the trim tank?
• What is the MTOW of the Boeing 747-400?
• Which trait best supports safe, professional flight crew performance?
• Which condition is commonly associated with Mountain Wave?
• What are high bypass engines?
• What primarily causes Mach tuck as the aircraft approaches Mcrit?
• What is the biggest hazard in heavy rain on final approach?
• What is the primary reason for setting Engine Pressure Ratio (EPR) on the takeoff roll?
• Crossing the International Date Line on Cathay’s longest route results in what effect?
• What does USG stand for in fuel capacity ratings?
• TSFC stands for which term?
• Which city listed is a Cathay Pacific destination in the United States?
• FANS stands for which of the following?
• Pod-mounted engines provide bending relief which reduces wing structure weight.
• For ISA temperature deviation, LSALT/MEA changes by how much per 5°C?
• How many satellites are required for RAIM (Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring)?
• Which of the following is different in the wing comparison according to the listed features?
• Which CRJ variant has a takeoff crosswind limit of 35 kt?
• If you have secondary duties at your current job, which approach best describes how to talk about them in an interview?
• How long does windshear in a microburst typically last?
• How many stages does the IP compressor have?
• How does a wet runway typically affect braking action?
• What typically happens at the passage of a cold front?
• What is the most important quality for a 2nd Officer on a long-haul sector?
• Which CF34 engine model powers the CRJ 700?
• Which two signals does a VOR transmit that are used to determine the aircraft's radial?
• HF radio waves bounce off which atmospheric layer enabling long-range communication?
• Stab fuel on the B747 is burned early in long-range flight primarily due to aft CofG concerns after a malfunction of which system?
• Which configuration is listed as a fuel storage option for the 747-400?
• What is the purpose of the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS)?
• If faced with choosing between aborting from 10 knots above V1 or continuing a single-engine takeoff from 10 knots below V1, which is preferable?
• Mach number (MN) is defined as:
• Which destinations does Cathay Pacific serve?
• Transport wander refers to what phenomenon for an uncorrected gyro?
• Which statement about differences between the 777-300 and the 777-300ER is true according to the material?
• What describes a typical day for flight crew during interview prep?
• How does the wing drag curve shift as weight decreases?
• Why do hurricanes not form near the equator?
• Regarding CAVOK, what is the required minimum visibility?
• What is the primary aerodynamic purpose of winglets?
• What is the most appropriate next step if you are not hired today?
• Which term describes a valley wind that flows down the hillside due to cooling?
• Which factor most influences ILS approach speed?
• Which statement best reflects commitment to safety and compliance in airline operations?
• How does TCAS interrogate other aircraft?
• The monsoon region discussed in the material is primarily which area?
• How should you handle questions about your flight experience in an interview?
• What is Cathay’s longest route according to the material?
• What is the orbital period of GPS satellites?
• Which statement best describes upgrade times in an airline career?
• Which technique reduces aquaplaning risk during landing?
• In long-range cruise, what happens to speed?
• Why would you use reduced thrust on takeoffs?
• Who is the Finance Director of Cathay Pacific?
• Which requirement must a polar flight plan show?
• Who is the Director of Sales & Marketing at Cathay Pacific?
• What is a cold front?
• Differential GPS improves GPS accuracy to about how many meters?
• Why does the 777 not benefit significantly from winglets, according to the material?
• How is climb gradient expressed and calculated?
• What is the primary aerodynamic effect of winglets?
• What is the nationality of Sydney H de Kantzow?
• Dutch roll is a type of aircraft motion characterized by which description?
• If forward tank fuel were moved back to the stabiliser tank, what would be the main advantage?
• Windshear can be caused by which of the following?
• What is the relationship described by the lift coefficient as angle of attack increases toward CLmax?
• In a VOR system, at what rotational speed does the variable phase rotate?
• Which engine type do Cathay Pacific's 747-400 aircraft have?
• Describe yourself in one word.
• At approximately what time to the closest point of approach does TCAS generate a Traffic Advisory (TA)?
• CRJ 700 crosswind limits for demonstrated takeoff and landing are which of the following?
• What is a typical indication that a warm front is approaching?
• Why do the 747-400 have winglets while the 747 Classic does not?
• Which phrase best defines IEPR in engine performance terms?
• What does RAIM stand for in GPS terminology?
• Which of the following describes a hot start due to turbine blade erosion?
• Which statement correctly describes a thrust measurement unit used by Rolls-Royce engines?
• Direct Lift Control uses which flight surfaces to increase descent rate during landings?
• Which of the following describes the role of a Second Officer?
• Jet streams are narrow bands of high-speed winds that generally occur at what altitude range?
• How many satellites are required for a standard 3D GPS position fix?
• Which statement about LROPS is true?
• Who is typically responsible for flight operations in an airline's organizational structure?
• According to legend, where was the airline's name thought up?
• When is typhoon season in Hong Kong?
• Which action helps reverse adverse yaw during a coordinated turn?
• What is the most important step when preparing for a long-haul flight?
• Which factor explicitly affects tire temperatures prior to takeoff?
• When operating around a typhoon, which hazard is a common consideration?
• Which sequence occurs first during negative torque in the NTS operation?
• As airspeed increases from stall toward cruise, what is the general trend of total drag?
• What is the typical direction of jet stream winds?
• What would coworkers most likely say about you in a cockpit-capable interview?
• Why would we fly at the best range speed?
• What is the atmospheric layer called where the temperature stops decreasing with altitude and remains constant up to about 36,000 ft?
• How can BRW be increased on a Vmcg-limited takeoff?
• What is the effect of an aft centre of gravity on range?
• During a cruise at 35,000 ft, passenger oxygen masks deploy but cabin pressure remains controlled; you are five hours from Hong Kong over water. What is the appropriate action?
• Which statement accurately describes carbon fibre brakes?
• In a constant Mach climb, what happens to angle of attack?
• If you climb out at 300 knots indicated airspeed to flight level 300, what happens to true airspeed?
• Approximately how long is Cathay’s longest route from Hong Kong to New York according to the material?
• Which item is NOT a factor affecting balanced field length?
• Spoilers are listed as a use: High speed turn device.
• VMCA of the CRJ is which speed?
• According to the description, how does the wing design delay compressibility effects?
• Which statement describes the RB211 engine configuration?
• On a CAT I ILS approach, the typical decision altitude is?
• During a climb at a constant Mach number, what happens to both indicated airspeed (IAS) and true airspeed (TAS)?
• What is Mcrit, and where does it first occur on the wing?
• Why can a late arrival of the monsoon be detrimental to agriculture?
• What is V2?
• Can EGPWS work without GPS?
• TCAS data link uses which mode to communicate with other aircraft?
• Which statement correctly compares EGPWS with GPWS?
• In predictive windshear detection mode, which onboard system detects the microburst ahead of the aircraft and displays the area on the navigation display?
• What color is Type IV deicing fluid?
• Which basin is the most active for typhoons?
• Which CF34 variant uses a 10-stage N2 compressor rather than 14?
• Which statement about angle of attack at stall is true?
• What does N1 speed measure in a high bypass turbofan?
• Can an aircraft take off with frost under the wing?
• What does VMCA represent?
• If you climb at a constant equivalent airspeed, what happens to Mach number?
• On polar routes, magnetic headings are unreliable at what latitude?
• In airline organization, who oversees flight operations?
• What is a Krueger flap?
• Variation in the location of the ITCZ primarily affects which aspect of equatorial weather?
• What are the latitude and longitude coordinates of HKG (Hong Kong International Airport)?
• What is IEPR defined as?
• What is a Frise aileron designed to do?
• What is long range cruise?
• What is the primary aerodynamic effect of a Frise aileron?
• Which statement best describes the Mach tuck sequence?
• Which component on the 747 anti-ice system uses inertia rather than active heating?
• Which statement correctly describes the purpose of EGPWS?
• When should engine anti-ice be activated?
• Which of the following best describes the windshear profile in a microburst?
• What is the primary purpose of a yaw damper on an aircraft?
• Which statement best defines a monsoon?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of carbon brakes on the 747-400?
• What best describes the primary difference between operating a freight fleet and a passenger fleet?
• Which statement best reflects Cathay Pacific's destination network?
• Why do we have a variable-incidence tailplane?
• Which VMCA conditions are applicable?
• What is Schuler tuning in an INS?
• Where is the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) located?
• Which GPWS inputs are used for its operation?
• Why does the 777 not significantly benefit from winglets?
• What is required to carry out CAT II or CAT III approaches in addition to CAT I?
• An inertial navigation system (INS) consists of a computer and how many accelerometers mounted on a gyro-stabilised platform?
• What is the ICAO holding speed for altitudes from 20,000 ft to 34,000 ft?
• What is one stated effect of more fuel in the horizontal stabilizer?
• Which question would best test understanding of Cathay's core values?
• Which city listed is a Cathay Pacific destination in the United Kingdom?
• What is the primary aerodynamic effect of vortex generators on a wing at low speed?
• Who is the Director of People at Cathay Pacific?
• Why are full flaps used on a Boeing 747 for takeoff and landing?
• Which factor predominantly determines stall speed for a given configuration?
• During wind shear recovery, what should be done with the landing gear and flaps, and why?
• If you cannot maintain directional control during landing, what is the recommended action?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a Cathay Pacific aircraft in the material?
• How did you study for this interview?
• Mach trim description: it allows normal operating speed range to be above Mcrit and compensates Mach tuck.
• What is the service ceiling of the CRJ according to the material?
• How many fuel burners are in a RB211 single annular combustor?
• When you get a fire warning, what is the correct sequence of actions?
• Which aquaplaning type occurs on standing water causing the tyre to be completely lifted and supported by the water?
• What is V1?
• Under EU operational definitions, a runway is considered wet when:
• Who is the Director of Corporate Development & IT at Cathay Pacific?
• Mach tuck is an aerodynamic effect where the nose tends to pitch downwards as the airflow around the wing reaches supersonic speeds, while the aircraft remains subsonic. What is the primary cause of Mach tuck?
• What was Cathay Pacific's first aircraft?
• Which statement about katabatic winds is correct?
• Which flight hazard is commonly associated with ITCZ operations?
• If ATC asks you to hold above FL140 in terminal airspace, which speed setting would you use to maximize endurance during the hold?
• In TCAS, what is the primary purpose of a Traffic Advisory (TA) compared to a Resolution Advisory (RA)?
• Which of the following is NOT an icing effect?
• Is there a critical engine on a jet, and if so which engine and why?
• VMCA stands for which phrase?
• The minimum drag speed of a swept wing is:
• EGPWS stands for?
• What criteria define a suitable ETOPS diversion airfield?
• How many stages does the turbine connected to N1 have in this CF34 configuration?
• Which statement about ITCZ is true?
• In Hong Kong, what is the transition altitude?
• When climbing at a constant indicated airspeed, what happens to true airspeed with increasing altitude?
• On a swept wing, where does a stall typically initiate and what happens to the center of pressure?
• Approximately what percentage of thrust is produced by the bypass air in a high bypass turbofan?
• Which description best describes typical crew scheduling?
• What do you know about Cathay?
• What is the maximum altitude at which a 100 fpm climb can be maintained?
• Which item is NOT listed as part of the 747 anti-ice/de-ice system?
• If asked why Cathay Pacific, what would you emphasize?
• What does ETOPS stand for?
• What happens to aircraft performance when flying over a typhoon, and what is the recommended action?
• Which factors affect VMCG?
• ETOPS rules define a distance threshold. An operator is granted permission to operate twin-engined aircraft on flights in which the aircraft is more than how many minutes away from a suitable alternate aerodrome in the event of an engine failure?
• Which statement best describes the differences between the Boeing 747 Classic and the 747-400?
• Which GPWS input is used to determine alerting height on approach?
• Which actions contribute to maintaining situational awareness in the cockpit?
• Which systems are used for de-ice/anti-ice on the aircraft?
• What does the RNP definition specify in terms of airspace?
• At what condition does Mach tuck typically begin?
• Which event happened first in Cathay Pacific's history?
• What is the current status of RNP adoption in modern aircraft?
• Explain the IAS → CAS correction?
• Which characteristic best describes a high bypass engine's efficiency relative to older turbojets?
• What is lateral stability?
• Which statement about climb gradient is true?
• During Hong Kong summer, from which direction do monsoon winds typically blow?
• In a steady climb, which statement correctly describes the forces?
• How do you handle feedback and correction from coworkers or supervisors?
• Regarding microburst windshear, which statements are true?
• Why is 'TA only' selected on TCAS after an engine failure?
• Which sequence is part of the Rejected Takeoff Drill?
• Where was Cathay Pacific originally based?
• Which statement about winglets is NOT listed as a disadvantage?
• Which statement is true about the B777 windshear alerting system?
• In cruise, why does the trim tank transfer system operate?
• Where is CAT most likely to be encountered?
• A forward center of gravity primarily affects elevator effectiveness by:
• Which mechanism explains how a Frise aileron reduces adverse yaw?
• What is the tire pressure of an A340?
• Interference drag is produced when airflow around one part interacts with airflow around an adjacent part, such as where the wing joins the fuselage. Which option most closely describes this?
• Which entries are standard holding entries?
• What is the basic principle used by GPS receivers to determine position?
• Can a typhoon form over the Gobi Desert?
• Which factor best describes why washout reduces wing tip stall risk?
• During engine-out on a tail-mounted engine design, which handling characteristic is common?
• Which statement accurately describes wing differences between the Boeing 777 and 747 as listed?
• What is a recommended Dutch roll recovery approach?
• Profile drag is comprised of which components?
• What factor is used to approximate the ratio of best range speed to Vmd (best endurance speed)?
• Normal ETOPS categories vary between how many minutes?
• Where does Mcrit airflow become sonic first on a wing?
• Which personal factor is noted as relevant to overseas postings?
• Which are inputs for EGPWS?
• Why did you become a pilot?
• Which statement correctly describes a warm front?
• What is the ICAO holding speed for altitudes from surface to 14,000 ft?
• Which statement about Cathay Pacific's origins is true?
• During thunderstorm penetration, which autopilot action is advised?
• Which factor caused the largest GPS error prior to 2000?
• Which statement correctly describes how the inboard Kruger flaps and outboard VCLEF's affect stall behavior at high angles of attack?
• Which option best describes the final step in correcting a Dutch roll?
• Which statement best describes a common advantage of wing-mounted engines over tail-mounted engines?
• Which statement about the windshear alerting system’s cockpit cues is true?
• During takeoff, what happens to EPR as you accelerate according to the material?
• What is the approximate latitude range of the ITCZ?
• What is your plan for ongoing professional development as a 2nd Officer?
• If you encounter a jet stream, what is the recommended action?
• Which statement best differentiates the Airbus A340 from the Boeing 747?
• Setting QNH to 989 instead of 998 will result in what altimeter error?
• At cruise altitude, which temperature is warmer?
• What best describes Clear Air Turbulence (CAT)?
• In a hung start, which description best defines the condition?
• What primarily causes Mach tuck as an aircraft approaches the critical Mach number?
• Why is aft CG more desirable from long-range cruise?
• During takeoff on a runway with crosswind from the right, which engine is the critical engine on a 747, and why?
• What is a key factor in adapting to a new base in a new country?
• What equipment does the 777 use to detect wind shear?
• During winter monsoon, what weather pattern occurs in the monsoon region?
• RB211 is a family of high bypass turbofan engines produced by which company and originally developed for which aircraft?
• Which stage is used for anti-ice function on this CF34 variant?
• Near the stall, which type of drag is dominant?
• Which statement about jet streams is true based on the material?
• If EGPWS issues a warning with present position, where is the visual warning typically displayed?
• Which feature provides protection against nose pitch-up at stall on the A340?
• CRJ 200 crosswind limits for demonstrated takeoff and landing are which of the following?
• A microburst is what, and what should you do?
• How many stages are in the HP compressor of the RB211?
• If another airline offered a class date before Cathay's second interview and it cannot be moved, what is appropriate?
• Explain the EAS → TAS correction?
• Which speeds define the Ground Roll segment of takeoff?
• What is a key difference between INS and IRS?
• What are supercritical wings?
• Which power source is typically used to start CRJ engines?
• What is a distinguishing feature of the RB211 engine?
• If the second segment takeoff weight is limited, which method increases takeoff weight?
• Which engine is used on the Airbus A340-600?
• Tell me about your childhood.
• At 10,000 ft PA, ISA -34°C, what is the indicated altimeter error?
• Wet runway conditions, what is the most effective means of stopping?
• Would you get bored flying with Cathay Airlines?
• If you heard negative things about Cathay Pacific during your research, what would you do?
• Why is TCAS set to TA only after an engine failure?
• What is a Fowler flap?
• After landing on a wet runway, with auto brakes active and thrust reversers deployed, the aircraft begins to skid. What is the proper action and why?
• In Hong Kong during summer, from which direction do the monsoon winds typically blow?
• How would you assess the performance and culture of your current employer?
• What is spiral stability?
• Can a clearway be used for the takeoff or stop portion of takeoff calculations?
• What best defines windshear?
• Which device helps control boundary layer flow on a wing?
• If you are offered a job but need to relocate, what is the appropriate response?
• Which question assesses internal connections at Cathay?
• What is the freezing point of Jet A1?
• Which CF34 engine variant is used on the CRJ 900?
• What drives the torrential rains during the summer monsoon in South Asia?
• Which topic is commonly reviewed in preparation for a Cathay Pacific Second Officer interview?
• How do flaps affect takeoff ground run?
• What is oscillatory stability?
• Which type of landing gear is more prone to ground loops?
• During landing a simulator scenario, which statement best reflects how you should respond in an interview?
• Relation between V1 and VMCG?
• Have you applied to other carriers?
• If climbing at a constant indicated airspeed, what happens to Mach number with altitude?
• Induced drag relation with angle of attack: which statement is correct?
• What wing devices does the Boeing 747 use inboard and outboard to delay flow separation at high angles of attack?
• Do hurricanes and typhoons form over land?
• Which engine model powers Cathay Pacific's Boeing 747?
• Which continent is the only one Cathay Pacific does not fly to?
• What best describes the difference between GPWS and EGPWS?
• Why did you apply to Cathay?
• In aviation terminology, what does 'A/C' most commonly stand for?
• What did you do after a furlough to stay ready for return?
• What is a typical response to 'Where do you see yourself in five years?'
• For crosswind landings, which technique helps maintain runway alignment after touchdown?
• For CAT II/III operations, what is required of runway equipment?
• In a four-engine aircraft, which engine is typically considered the critical engine?
• If hired, how is the schedule typically structured at Cathay Pacific?
• Why do we need to know the tropopause?
• Which attribute is valued for a Second Officer?
• Who is the Chief Executive of Cathay Pacific?
• Which statement best describes the cause of wingtip vortices?
• What does RNP stand for, and what is a general rule of thumb for its accuracy?
• When describing your previous jobs in an interview, which approach is most effective?
• For an unswept wing, how does the center of pressure move during stall?
• Which CRJ variant has the highest demonstrated takeoff crosswind limit?
• Who manufactures the RB211 engine family?
• Which statement best describes leading edge Krueger devices on a B747?
• Which engine model powers the Airbus A340-300?
• During RB211 start, what provides the initial bleed pressure to the engine?
• During the second segment, the climb is performed at which speed?
• Skin friction drag is caused by what phenomenon?
• Approximately how many GPS satellites are in operation?
• Who do you know at Cathay?
• In the final segment, which configuration and speeds are specified?
• How does moving the center of gravity forward affect stall speed?
• Can a typhoon cross the equator, and if so, how far can it cross?
• In a swept wing, which part tends to stall first?
• Differential GPS corrections typically improve horizontal accuracy to approximately what distance?
• ACARS data network transmits and receives data from/to airline operations using which communication methods?
• What is TCAS?