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

Question 1

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 2

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

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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 3

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

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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 4

Which statement about hypoxia is correct?

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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 5

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

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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 6

A deceleration during a straight horizontal flight can lead to the illusion of...

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A descent.

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An inverted flight.

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A climb.

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A bank.

Question 7

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 8

What is the meaning of "risky shift"?

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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 9

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

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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 10

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 11

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

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Oxygen transport

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Blood sugar regulation

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Immune defense

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Blood coagulation

Question 12

What does the term "confirmation bias" mean?

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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 13

Which action best supports safe management of nutrition?

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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 14

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 15

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 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 qualities are influenced by stress? 1. Attention 2. Concentration 3. Responsiveness 4. Memory

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1, 2, 3, 4

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1, 2, 3

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2, 4

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1

Question 18

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 19

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 20

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

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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 21

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

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21 %

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18.9 %

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12 %

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78 %

Question 22

Which statement about alcohol is correct?

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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 23

Which answer states a risk factor for diabetes?

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Overweight

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Alcohol consumption

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Sleep deficiency

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Smoking

Question 24

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

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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 25

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 26

Which action best supports safe management of personal minimums?

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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 27

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

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Reflex

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Coherence

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Virulence

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Reduction

Question 28

Which statement about confirmation bias is correct?

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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 29

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 30

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of hyperventilation?

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Cyanosis

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Tingling

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Spasm

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Disturbance of consciousness

Question 31

Which action best supports safe management of task saturation?

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Reduce workload and prioritise aircraft control.

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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 32

Visual illusions are mostly caused by...

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Misinterpretation of the brain.

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Colour blindness.

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Binocular vision.

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Rapid eye movements.

Question 33

Why is IMSAFE self-assessment important for a PPL(H) flight?

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It helps identify illness, medication, stress, alcohol, fatigue and emotion risks.

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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 hazard arises during a helicopter night flight in blowing snow?

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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 35

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

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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 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 37

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 38

Which action best supports safe management of hydration?

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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 39

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

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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 40

What is an indication for a macho attitude?

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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 41

Which statement about startle effect is correct?

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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 42

A risk factor for decompression sickness is...

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Scuba diving prior to flight.

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100 % oxygen after decompression.

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Sports.

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Smoking.

Question 43

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 44

Which of the following symptoms may indicate hypoxia?

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Blue discolouration of lips and fingernails

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Muscle cramps in the upper body area

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Blue marks all over the body

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Joint pain in knees and feet

Question 45

Which statement about hyperventilation is correct?

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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 46

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

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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 47

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 48

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 49

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

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Smoking.

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Alcohol consumption.

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Unhealthy food.

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Little sleep.

Question 50

A Grey-out is the result of...

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Positive g-forces

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Tiredness

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Hypoxia

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Hyperventilation

Question 51

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

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12000 feet

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7000 feet

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5000 feet

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22000 feet

Question 52

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

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Diving

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Smoking

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Menstruation

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Blood donation

Question 53

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 54

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

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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 55

Why is communication under stress important for a PPL(H) flight?

Accepted Answer

Clear, standard phraseology reduces misunderstanding.

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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 56

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 57

What is a latent error?

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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

Question 58

Which statement about the vestibular system is correct?

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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 59

Which statement about empty-field myopia is correct?

Accepted Answer

It can make visual scanning less effective when there are few visual cues.

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It improves lookout in haze.

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It is a radio navigation error.

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It affects only instrument-rated pilots.

Question 60

Which statement about lookout technique is correct?

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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 61

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 62

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 63

What is the correct term for the system which, among others, controls breathing, digestion, and heart frequency?

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Autonomic nervous system

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Critical nervous system

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Automatical nervous system

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Compliant nervous system

Question 64

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

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