Aeronautical Information Manual - FW - Chapter 8 - Medical Facts For Pilots

Question 1

Which of the following is a mandatory disqualification from flying?

Answer 1

A personality disorder manifested by overt acts.

Question 2

_____ are medications that can depress the nervous system.

Answer 2

Antihistamines.

Question 3

What is a symptom of Obstructive Sleep Apnea?

Answer 3

All of the answers are correct.

Question 4

Hypoxia can cause pilot performance to seriously deteriorate in as little as 15 minutes above:

Answer 4

15,000 ft.

Question 5

To prevent ear block, when should you open the eustachian tube to equalize pressure?

Answer 5

During descent.

Question 6

What illusion can a narrower than usual runway create?

Answer 6

The aircraft is at a higher altitude than it actually is.

Question 7

To preserve some degree of night vision, what should you do when viewing bright lights in dark conditions?

Answer 7

Close one eye when using a light.

Question 8

When an aircraft is likely on a collision course with you, it will appear to:

Answer 8

Have no relative motion and is increasing in size.