Exam quiz Human Performance and Limitations - PPL(H) - Private Pilot Licence (Helicopter)

Question 1

What is the meaning of "risky shift"?

Accepted Answer

The tendency to accept higher risks in groups

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Seat adjustment in flight

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Crossing of rudder and ailerons on short final

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Spontaneous change of landing direction when the runway has an upslope

Question 2

Which characteristic is important when choosing sunglasses used by pilots?

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Non-polarised

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Curved sidepiece

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Unbreakable

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No UV filter

Question 3

What is the percentage of nitrogen in the atmosphere?

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78 %

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21 %

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0.1 %

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1 %

Question 4

Under which circumstances is it more likely to accept higher risks?

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Due to group-dynamic effects

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During check flights due to a high level of nervousness

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During flight planning when excellent weather is forecast

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If there is not enough information available

Question 5

Which of the following is responsible for the blood coagulation?

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Blood plates (thrombocytes)

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White blood cells (leucocytes)

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Red blood cells (erythrocytes)

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Capillaries of the arteries

Question 6

In which situation is it NOT possible to achieve a pressure compensation between the middle ear and the environment?

Accepted Answer

The Eustachian tube is blocked

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All windows are completely closed

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Breathing takes place using the mouth only

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During a light and slow climb

Question 7

Complacency is a risk due to...

Accepted Answer

Increased cockpit automation.

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The high number of mistakes normally made by humans.

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The high error rate of technical systems.

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Better training options for young pilots

Question 8

From which altitude on does the body usually react to the decreasing atmospheric pressure?

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7000 feet

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12000 feet

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2000 feet

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10000 feet

Question 9

Which statement about situational awareness is correct?

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It is understanding what is happening and anticipating what may happen next.

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It is the same as indicated airspeed.

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It is provided only by ATC.

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It is not needed in local flights.

Question 10

Which human-factor point is most relevant? A pilot loses outside visual references in haze.

Accepted Answer

Instrument cross-check and avoiding visual illusions become critical.

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The event has no operational relevance.

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The correct response is to increase workload.

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The pilot should ignore symptoms until after landing.

Question 11

Why is personal minimums important for a PPL(H) flight?

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They provide a safety buffer above legal minima.

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It is relevant only to airline transport operations.

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It can be ignored when the flight remains local.

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It is replaced by passenger preference.

Question 12

Why is nutrition important for a PPL(H) flight?

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It helps maintain energy and decision quality.

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It is relevant only to airline transport operations.

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It can be ignored when the flight remains local.

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It is replaced by passenger preference.

Question 13

Which human-factor point is most relevant? A pilot is unsure whether a new antihistamine is safe for flying.

Accepted Answer

The pilot should obtain aeromedical advice before flying.

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The event has no operational relevance.

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The correct response is to increase workload.

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The pilot should ignore symptoms until after landing.

Question 14

Which altitude marks the lower limit where the body is unable to completely compensate the effects of the low atmospheric pressure?

Accepted Answer

12000 feet

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7000 feet

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5000 feet

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22000 feet

Question 15

Which action best supports safe management of nutrition?

Accepted Answer

Avoid flying when hunger or heavy meals may degrade performance.

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Delay the decision until after take-off.

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Use the item only if requested by passengers.

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Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

Question 16

Which statement about dehydration is correct?

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It can reduce concentration and increase fatigue.

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It improves G tolerance.

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It is prevented by avoiding all fluids.

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It affects only passengers.

Question 17

Which human-factor point is most relevant? A pilot feels tingling in the fingers and dizziness after rapid breathing during a stressful event.

Accepted Answer

Hyperventilation should be considered.

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The event has no operational relevance.

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The correct response is to increase workload.

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The pilot should ignore symptoms until after landing.

Question 18

Which statement about carbon monoxide is correct?

Accepted Answer

It binds strongly to haemoglobin and reduces oxygen transport.

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It has a strong warning smell in all cases.

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It improves night vision.

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It is removed by switching on cabin heat.

Question 19

An acceleration during a straight horizontal flight can lead to the illusion of...

Accepted Answer

A climb.

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A bank.

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A descent.

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An inverted flight.

Question 20

Which of the following qualities are influenced by stress? 1. Attention 2. Concentration 3. Responsiveness 4. Memory

Accepted Answer

1, 2, 3, 4

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1, 2, 3

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2, 4

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1

Question 21

In what different ways can a risk be handled appropriately?

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Avoid, reduce, transfer, accept

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Ignore, accept, transfer, extrude

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Extrude, avoid, palliate, transfer

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Avoid, ignore, palliate, reduce

Question 22

Which optical illusion might be caused by a runway with an upslope during the approach?

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too high and therefore descents below the regular glide slope

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too low and therefore approaches the runway above the regular glide slope

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too slow and speeds up above the normal approach speed

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The pilot has the feeling that the approach is too fast and reduces the speed below the normal approach speed

Question 23

Which statement about hyperventilation is correct?

Accepted Answer

It may be associated with stress and can cause tingling or dizziness.

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It always improves oxygen delivery.

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It is corrected by climbing higher.

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It is a sign of perfect workload management.

Question 24

The ongoing process to monitor the current flight situation is called...

Accepted Answer

Situational awareness

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Situational thinking

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Anticipatory check procedure

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Constant flight check

Question 25

Carbon monoxide contamination in the cabin of a piston-engine helicopter can be caused by...

Accepted Answer

Cracks or leaks in the cabin heating system

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Generator failure

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Fuel or hydraulic fluid in the tanks

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Pitot icing

Question 26

What is the best combination of traits with respect to the individual attitude and behaviour for a pilot?

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Extroverted - stable

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Introverted - unstable

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Extroverted - unstable

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Introverted - stable

Question 27

What is the function of the red blood cells (erythrocytes)?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen transport

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Blood sugar regulation

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Immune defense

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Blood coagulation

Question 28

Which statement about workload management is correct?

Accepted Answer

It includes prioritising aircraft control, navigation and communication.

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It means completing paperwork before controlling the aircraft.

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It is irrelevant during emergencies.

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It replaces situational awareness.

Question 29

Which answer states a risk factor for diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Overweight

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Alcohol consumption

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Sleep deficiency

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Smoking

Question 30

What is an indication for a macho attitude?

Accepted Answer

Risky flight manoeuvres to impress spectators on ground

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Comprehensive risk assessment when faced with unfamiliar situations

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Quick resignation in complex and critical situations

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Careful walkaround procedure

Question 31

At which altitude is the atmospheric pressure approximately half the MSL value (1013 hPa)?

Accepted Answer

18000 ft

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5000 ft

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10000 ft

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22000 ft

Question 32

What is the function of the blood platelets (thrombocytes)?

Accepted Answer

Blood coagulation

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Oxygen transport

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Immune defense

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Blood sugar regulation

Question 33

Which dangerous situation could arise when the helicopter engine is started in strong tailwind conditions?

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide poisoning

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Decompression sickness

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Binocular vision

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Rotary vertigo

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hyperventilation?

Accepted Answer

Cyanosis

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Tingling

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Spasm

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Disturbance of consciousness

Question 35

Which human-factor point is most relevant? A pilot notices strong pressure to satisfy passengers.

Accepted Answer

External pressure should be recognised as a human-factor threat.

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The event has no operational relevance.

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The correct response is to increase workload.

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The pilot should ignore symptoms until after landing.

Question 36

Which action best supports safe management of communication under stress?

Accepted Answer

Use concise standard calls and ask for repetition when needed.

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Delay the decision until after take-off.

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Use the item only if requested by passengers.

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Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

Question 37

What is the parallax error?

Accepted Answer

Wrong interpretation of instruments caused by the angle of vision

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Misperception of speed during taxiing

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A decoding error in communication between pilots

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Long-sightedness due to aging especially during night

Question 38

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for hypoxia?

Accepted Answer

Diving

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Smoking

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Menstruation

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Blood donation

Question 39

Which statement about lookout technique is correct?

Accepted Answer

It should use systematic scanning and attention to likely conflict areas.

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It is best performed by staring at one point.

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It is unnecessary in controlled airspace.

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It can be replaced by radio monitoring only.

Question 40

Which statement about threat and error management is correct?

Accepted Answer

It aims to anticipate threats, trap errors and manage undesired aircraft states.

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It is used only by air traffic control.

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It is a maintenance inspection system.

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It applies only to commercial multi-crew operations.

Question 41

Which statement is correct with regard to the short-term memory?

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It can store 7 (±2) items for 10 to 20 seconds

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It can store 3 (±1) items for 5 to 10 seconds

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It can store 5 (±2) items for 1 to 2 minutes

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It can store 10 (±5) items for 30 to 60 seconds

Question 42

The majority of aviation accidents are caused by...

Accepted Answer

Human failure

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Geographical influences

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Meteorological influences

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Technical failure

Question 43

Which answer is correct concerning stress?

Accepted Answer

Stress can occur if there seems to be no solution for a given problem

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Everybody reacts to stress in the same manner

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Training and experience have no influence on the occurrence of stress

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Stress and its different symptoms are irrelevant for flight safety

Question 44

What is the correct term for an involuntary and stereotypical reaction of an organism to the stimulation of a receptor?

Accepted Answer

Reflex

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Coherence

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Virulence

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Reduction

Question 45

Which statement about night vision is correct?

Accepted Answer

It depends strongly on dark adaptation and is degraded by bright light.

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It is best in the centre of vision.

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It is unaffected by oxygen level.

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It improves immediately after looking at white light.

Question 46

Visual illusions are mostly caused by...

Accepted Answer

Misinterpretation of the brain.

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Colour blindness.

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Binocular vision.

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Rapid eye movements.

Question 47

Wings level after a longer period of turning can lead to the impression of...

Accepted Answer

Turning into the opposite direction.

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Starting a climb.

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Steady turning in the same direction as before.

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Starting a descent.

Question 48

Which action best supports safe management of personal minimums?

Accepted Answer

Apply them before the flight and update the plan if conditions deteriorate.

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Delay the decision until after take-off.

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Use the item only if requested by passengers.

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Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

Question 49

Which statement about decision-making is correct?

Accepted Answer

It should use available information, time and risk assessment.

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It should be delayed until after landing in every case.

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It is based only on passenger preference.

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It is unnecessary when GPS is available.

Question 50

What is the percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere at 6000 ft?

Accepted Answer

21 %

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18.9 %

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12 %

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78 %

Question 51

The average decrease of blood alcohol level for an adult in one hour is approximately...

Accepted Answer

0.01 percent

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0.3 percent

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0.1 percent

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0.03 percent

Question 52

Which factor can lead to human error?

Accepted Answer

The bias to see what we expect to see

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Double check of relevant actions

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Proper use of checklists

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To be doubtful if something looks unclear or ambiguous

Question 53

Which human-factor point is most relevant? A pilot has slept only a few hours before an early flight.

Accepted Answer

Fatigue should be treated as a significant risk.

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The event has no operational relevance.

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The correct response is to increase workload.

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The pilot should ignore symptoms until after landing.

Question 54

Anemic hypoxia can be caused by...

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide poisoning

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High altitudes

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Low pressure

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Alcohol

Question 55

A Grey-out is the result of...

Accepted Answer

Positive g-forces

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Tiredness

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Hypoxia

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Hyperventilation

Question 56

Which statement about the vestibular system is correct?

Accepted Answer

It can create misleading sensations during acceleration or turns.

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It always gives reliable attitude information in IMC.

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It replaces the attitude indicator.

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It is unaffected by head movement.

Question 57

The occurrence of a vertigo is most likely when moving the head...

Accepted Answer

During a turn.

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During a descent.

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During a climb.

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During a straight horizontal flight.

Question 58

Regarding the communication model, how can the use of the same code during radio communication be ensured?

Accepted Answer

By the use of radio phraseology

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By a particular frequency allocation

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By using radios certified for aviation use only

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By the use of proper headsets

Question 59

Which statement about hypoxia is correct?

Accepted Answer

It can impair judgement and performance before the pilot is fully aware of it.

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It improves night vision.

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It is caused only by carbon monoxide.

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It is prevented by drinking coffee.

Question 60

Which of the human senses is most influenced by hypoxia?

Accepted Answer

The visual perception (vision)

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The olfactory perception (smell)

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The tactile perception (sense of touch)

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The auditory perception (hearing)

Question 61

Which human-factor point is most relevant? A pilot uses cabin heat and later develops headache, nausea and reduced concentration.

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide contamination should be suspected.

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The event has no operational relevance.

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The correct response is to increase workload.

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The pilot should ignore symptoms until after landing.

Question 62

Which statement about fatigue is correct?

Accepted Answer

It reduces attention, judgement and reaction time.

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It affects only physical strength.

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It is eliminated by opening a window.

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It has no effect on private pilots.

Question 63

Which action best supports safe management of hydration?

Accepted Answer

Drink appropriate fluids before and during longer operations.

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Delay the decision until after take-off.

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Use the item only if requested by passengers.

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Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

Question 64

What is a latent error?

Accepted Answer

An error which remains undetected in the system for a long time

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An error which only has consequences after landing

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An error which has an immediate effect on the controls

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An error which is made by the pilot actively and consciously

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