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A land aeroplane flies more than what distance from shore? It must then carry a life preserver for each person.

  1. 50 nautical miles
  2. 2 nautical miles
  3. 25 nautical miles
  4. 100 nautical miles
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Correct answer: 50 nautical miles

A land aeroplane, gyroplane, helicopter or airship needs life preservers beyond 50 NM from shore.

Source: Canadian Aviation Regulations (SOR/96-433), CAR 602.62(2) Life Preservers and Flotation Devices

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026