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

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Due to group-dynamic effects

Answer

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 2

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

Answer

All windows are completely closed

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Breathing takes place using the mouth only

Answer

During a light and slow climb

Question 3

What is an appropriate reaction when a passenger during cruise flight suddenly feels uncomfortable?

Accepted Answer

Adjust cabin temperature and prevent excessive bank

Answer

Avoid conversation and choose a higher airspeed

Answer

Switch on the heater blower and provide thermal blankets

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Give additional oxygen and avoid low load factors

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Point D

Answer

Point A

Answer

Point B

Answer

Point C

Question 5

Which statement about lookout technique is correct?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

It is best performed by staring at one point.

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It is unnecessary in controlled airspace.

Answer

It can be replaced by radio monitoring only.

Question 6

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

Answer

Generator failure

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Fuel or hydraulic fluid in the tanks

Answer

Pitot icing

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

21 %

Answer

18.9 %

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12 %

Answer

78 %

Question 8

Which statement about hypoxia is correct?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

It improves night vision.

Answer

It is caused only by carbon monoxide.

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It is prevented by drinking coffee.

Question 9

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

Answer

A hard landing

Question 10

Which action best supports safe management of personal minimums?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Delay the decision until after take-off.

Answer

Use the item only if requested by passengers.

Answer

Ignore it when the helicopter has sufficient fuel.

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