Which term describes inaccurate visual information for aligning the aircraft, which can disorient the pilot from the true horizon?

• A. False Horizon
• B. Final Approach
• C. Feeder Facilities
• D. Federal Airways

Answer: (A)

A false horizon occurs when visual cues give you an apparent horizon that doesn’t match the true one, leading you to misjudge the aircraft’s attitude. This illusion can happen in conditions with glare, haze, featureless skies, or sloping terrain, or when lines and textures in the environment create a misleading line where you think you’re level when you’re not. Relying on those deceptive visuals can cause you to roll or pitch incorrectly, moving away from a safe attitude.

To stay safe, rely on your flight instruments, especially the attitude indicator, to confirm the aircraft’s actual attitude and reestablish the true horizon. Cross-check visuals with the instruments, correct any deviation, and maintain proper attitude until visual cues align with reality. The other terms refer to different concepts (final approach is a landing phase, feeder facilities are navigation aids, federal airways are routes) and do not describe misperceived horizon cues.