Chapter 8.1 - Basic Health & Fitness

Question 1

What does DAME stand for?

Answer 1

Designated Aviation Medical Examiners.

Question 2

Which Medical Certificate is required to be an Airline pilot? How many times must this be renewed (2)?

Answer 2

• Class 1

- Every Year.

Question 3

What should a Pilot do if taking medication that might impair their performance in flying an Aircraft?

Answer 3

Obtain clearance to fly from a DAME.

Question 4

Name 3 respiratory infections which can affect a Pilot’s performance when flying?

Answer 4

• Cold.
• Hay Fever.
• Congested Air Passages.

Question 5

Consumption of Alcohol affect which key skills for flying (4)?

Answer 5

• Judgement.
• Attention to Detail.
• Coordination.
• Reaction Time.

Question 6

It is illegal to flying after a minimum of ‘x’ hours after drinking Alcohol?

Answer 6

8 Hours.

Question 7

When drinking Alcohol, it is better to wait at least how many hours before flying?

Answer 7

12 Hours to 24 Hours.

Question 8

True or False. Amphetamines and Antihistamines can impair a Pilot’s flying performance?

Answer 8

True.

Question 9

What effect does smoking has on a Pilot’s body?

Answer 9

Deprives the body of Oxygen.

Question 10

Pilots who smoke may exhibit what at much lower Altitudes?

Answer 10

Hypoxia.

Question 11

What other effect does smoking have on the eyes?

Answer 11

Reduces sensitivity, particularly at night and under poor conditions.

Question 12

How many hours do CASA recommend to stay on ground after giving blood?

Answer 12

24 Hours.

Question 13

Define Hyperventilation?

Answer 13

Abnormal breathing in which the rate/depth of breathing are increased above normal.

Question 14

When is Hyperventilation most likely to occur (2)?

Answer 14

• Pilots suffering from Anxiety.

- Flying under stress.

Question 15

What remedy is used to ease Hyperventilation?

Answer 15

Breathing into a paper bag.