What does a Pilot (11XX) do?

• A. Control the Aircraft
• B. Fly
• C. Maintain the Aircraft
• D. Pilot Training

Answer: (B)

The main thing being tested is the pilot’s primary job function in operation of flight. A Pilot (11XX) is responsible for flying the aircraft—taking it through all phases of flight, using the flight controls, managing the flight path, and ensuring safe operation from preflight through landing. This involves handling the controls, monitoring instruments, navigating, communicating with air traffic control, and responding to situations in the air.

Maintenance and upkeep of the aircraft are done by maintenance personnel, not the pilot. Training others or conducting pilot training is the role of instructors or training staff, not the pilot’s day-to-day duty. While controlling the aircraft is part of flying, the clearest way to express the pilot’s primary function is simply to fly.