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1
In the event of rapid decompression the first action for the flight deck crew is:
put on oxygen masks and ensure oxygen flow
2
The average pulse of a healthy adult at rest is about:
60 to 80 beats/min
3
Decision making in emergency situations requires firstly:
delegation of tasks and crew coordination
4
Less experienced pilots differ from experienced pilots in the following way:
inexperienced pilots refer to information more than experts when carrying out the same task.
5
An example of potential conflict between status and role is:
a junior ranked Captain flying with a senior ranked Co-pilot.
6
What strategy should be put in place when faced with an anticipated period of stress?
A strategy of preparing decisions
7
An experienced pilot:
prepares thoroughly for a flight and is able to anticipate the majority of possible problems
8
Illuminated anti-collision lights in IMC
can cause disorientation
9
Safety is often improved by applying the principles of CRM, e.g.:
expression of doubts or of a different opinion
10
Inhaling carbon monoxide can be extremely dangerous during flying. Which of the following statements is correct?
Carbon monoxide is odourless and colourless.
11
According to Rasmussen's model, errors are of the following type(s) in skill-based behaviour:
routine errors
12
The effect of experience and repetition on performance:
can both be beneficial and negative
13
To prevent vertigo in flight we should
not move the head suddenly while we are turning
14
Orientation in flight is accomplished by 1. eyes 2. middle ear 3. semicircular canals 4. Seat-of-the-pants-Sense
1, 3 and 4 are correct
15
On approach, by day, in snowy conditions, without reference to glideslope information:
judgement of height is extremely difficult
16
During a night flight at 10,000 feet you notice that your visual acuity has decreased. In this case you can increase your acuity by:
breathing supplementary oxygen
17
Among the factors which can cause illusions while taxiing are:
relative movement and cockpit height above the ground.
18
The behaviour of a leader depends on:
the situation, the goals and composition of the group
19
How can vertigo be prevented in conditions of good visibility?
By looking at the horizon
20
The exchange of gases between the alveoli and the blood is due to:
diffusion
21
Altitude-hypoxia, when breathing ambient air, should not usually occur (indifferent phase)
below 3 000 m
22
As a cause of accidents, the human factor
is cited in approximately 70 - 80 % of aviation accidents
23
A pilot can be described as being proficient, when he/she:
has automated a large part of the necessary flight deck routine operations in order to free his/her cognitive resources
24
How can a pilot prevent spatial disorientation in flight?
Establish and maintain a good instrument cross check.
25
Does noise (above 90 dbs) improve performance?
Never.
26
Before takeoff, a briefing:
must be done systematically in order to refresh the memory of the crew members and to co-ordinate actions
27
No person shall operate under the influence of alcohol within minimum time of:
8 Hours
28
The peripheral vision is important for:
detecting moving objects
29
Our mental model of the world is based
on both our past experiences and the sensory information we receive
30
The choice of the moment you select flaps depending on situation and conditions of the landing is:
skill and/or rule based behaviour
31
The most dangerous symptoms of hypoxia at altitude are
euphoria and impairment of judgement
32
A pilot successfully completes a difficult and stressful landing at an aerodrome. The next time a landing is attempted under the same conditions and at the same aerodrome, is the pilot likely to experience:
a lower level of stress
33
Non-verbal communication:
can serve as a substitute for oral speech.
34
What is understood by air-sickness?
A sensory conflict within the vestibular system resulting in nausea and vomiting
35
The "Time of Useful Consciousness" after a decompression at 35 000 ft is:
between 30 and 60 seconds
36
One of the most dangerous symptoms of hypoxia concerning flight safety is:
impaired judgement
37
Spatial disorientation will be most likely to occur during flight:
if the brain receives conflicting information and the pilot does not believe the instruments
38
Concerning the relationship between performance and stress, which of the following statements is correct?
A moderate level of stress may improve performance.
39
Hypoxia is caused by
reduced partial oxygen pressure in the lung
40
Decisions made by pilots in a cockpit:
remain valid for a limited time only
41
What is synergy in a crew ?
The coordinated action of all members towards a common objective, in which collective performance is proving to be more than the sum of the individual performances
42
What are the main effects of a lack of sleep on performance?
It increases fatigue, reduces concentration and increases the risk of sensory illusions
43
The human ear is capable of perceiving vibrations between the frequencies
20 - 20000 Hz
44
Alcohol, even when taken in minor quantities
can make the brain cells to be more susceptible to hypoxia
45
Which statement is correct?
Problems in the personal relationships between crew members are likely to hamper the communication process
46
Communication efficiency is most sensitive to:
Workload and interruptions
47
The 5 human senses tend to adapt.
This statement is true.
48
Without visual reference, what illusion could the pilot get, when he is stopping the rotation to recover from a spin? He will get the illusion of
spinning into the opposite direction
49
The procedure to be followed in the event of decompression when flying above 10,000 ft must:
allow for the rapid supply of oxygen in order to prevent hypoxia
50
One of the dangers of extreme cold is that:
sleepiness occurs associated with a feeling of contentment or apathy.