Exam quiz Human Performance and limitations - PPL(H) - Private Pilot License

Question 1

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 2

Anemic hypoxia can be caused by...

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Carbon monoxide poisoning

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High altitudes

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Low pressure

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Alcohol

Question 3

Which dangerous attitudes are often combined?

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Macho and invulnerability

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Impulsivity and carefulness

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Self-abandonment and macho

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Invulnerability and self-abandonment

Question 4

Which statement about carbon monoxide is correct?

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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 5

Which statement about threat and error management is correct?

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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 6

For what approximate time period can the short-time memory store information?

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10 to 20 seconds

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30 to 40 seconds

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3 to 7 seconds

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35 to 50 seconds

Question 7

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

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Situational awareness

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Situational thinking

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Anticipatory check procedure

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Constant flight check

Question 8

A risk factor for decompression sickness is...

Accepted Answer

Scuba diving prior to flight.

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100 % oxygen after decompression.

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Sports.

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Smoking.

Question 9

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 10

At which point in the diagram will a pilot find himself to be overstrained? Use figure (HPL-002) P = Performance A = Arousal / Stress

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Point D

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Point A

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Point B

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Point C

Question 11

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 12

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 13

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 14

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

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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 15

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 16

Which statement about stress is correct?

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It can narrow attention and reduce decision quality if unmanaged.

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It always improves perception.

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It has no physiological effects.

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It prevents fatigue.

Question 17

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 18

Which characteristic is important when choosing sunglasses used by pilots?

Accepted Answer

Non-polarised

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Curved sidepiece

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Unbreakable

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No UV filter

Question 19

Which of the following options does NOT stimulate motion sickness (disorientation)?

Accepted Answer

Non-accelerated straight and level flight

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Turbulence in level flight

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Head movements during turns

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Flying under the influence of alcohol

Question 20

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 21

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

Accepted Answer

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 22

Which human-factor point is most relevant? A pilot becomes overloaded during an abnormal indication.

Accepted Answer

Aviate, navigate and communicate should be prioritised.

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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 23

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 24

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 25

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 26

What is the function of the white blood cells (leucocytes)?

Accepted Answer

Immune defense

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Blood coagulation

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Oxygen transport

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Blood sugar regulation

Question 27

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 28

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 29

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 30

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 31

Which statement about workload management is correct?

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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 32

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 33

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

Accepted Answer

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 34

Which human-factor point is most relevant? A pilot continues toward deteriorating weather because the destination is close.

Accepted Answer

Plan-continuation bias 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 35

What does the term "confirmation bias" mean?

Accepted Answer

The preference to find arguments to prove one's own mental model

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The feedback loop in a closed communication

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The bias to confirm each radio call

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The critical check of ambiguous situations in flight

Question 36

Which statement about airsickness is correct?

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It can be aggravated by anxiety, turbulence and poor ventilation.

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It proves the pilot is hypoxic.

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It improves with heavy meals before flight.

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It is prevented by closing all vents.

Question 37

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

Accepted Answer

It supports concentration and reduces fatigue risk.

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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 38

Which statement about confirmation bias is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is the tendency to favour information that supports an existing expectation.

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It is a method for calculating fuel.

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It is a type of hypoxia.

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It improves decision-making under stress.

Question 39

Which part of the visual system is responsible for colour vision?

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Cones

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Rods

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Macula

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Blind spot

Question 40

In what different ways can a risk be handled appropriately?

Accepted Answer

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 41

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 42

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 43

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 44

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 45

Why is task saturation important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

It can lead to missed information and procedural errors.

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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 46

Which statement about spatial disorientation is correct?

Accepted Answer

It can occur when visual references are poor or misleading.

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It occurs only in multi-engine aircraft.

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It is prevented by ignoring instruments.

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It improves with fatigue.

Question 47

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 48

Which behaviour can increase the carbon monoxide level in the blood?

Accepted Answer

Smoking.

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Alcohol consumption.

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Unhealthy food.

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Little sleep.

Question 49

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 50

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 51

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

Accepted Answer

7000 feet

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12000 feet

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2000 feet

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10000 feet

Question 52

What impression may be caused when approaching a runway with an upslope?

Accepted Answer

An overshoot

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A landing beside the centreline

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An undershoot

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A hard landing

Question 53

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 54

Which hazard arises during a helicopter night flight in blowing snow?

Accepted Answer

Anti-collision light and rotors can cause the "flicker vertigo"

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Engine monitoring displays are scanned with increased attention

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High partial pressures in the human body can cause hyperventilation or autokinesis

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High air pressure and low temperatures can clog the "eustachian tube"

Question 55

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 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

What does the term "Red-out" mean?

Accepted Answer

"Red vision" during negative g-loads

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Anaemia caused by an injury

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Rash during decompression sickness

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Falsified colour perception during sunrise and sunset

Question 58

Which statement about startle effect is correct?

Accepted Answer

It can delay or degrade the initial response to an unexpected event.

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It always improves reaction quality.

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It affects only student pilots.

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It replaces checklist discipline.

Question 59

Which statement about alcohol is correct?

Accepted Answer

It can impair performance even after blood alcohol has fallen.

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It improves vestibular accuracy.

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It is acceptable if consumed with food before flight.

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It has no effect below 5,000 ft.

Question 60

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 61

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 62

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 63

The connection between middle ear and nose and throat region is called...

Accepted Answer

Eustachian tube

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Eardrum

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Inner ear

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Cochlea

Question 64

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

Accepted Answer

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

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