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PPL – HUMAN PERFORMANCE Flashcards

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  1. During a night flight, you observe a steady red light and a flashing red light ahead and at the same altitude. What is the general direction of movement of the other aircraft?

A) The other aircraft is crossing to the left.
B) The other aircraft is crossing to the right.
C) The other aircraft is approaching head-on.

A

A) The other aircraft is crossing to the left.

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  1. During a night flight, you observe steady red and green lights ahead and at the same altitude. What is the general direction of movement of the other aircraft?

A) The other aircraft is crossing to the left.
B) The other aircraft is flying away from you.
C) The other aircraft is approaching head-on.

A

C) The other aircraft is approaching head-on.

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  1. During a night flight, you observe a steady white light and a flashing red light ahead and at the same altitude. What is the general direction of movement
    of the other aircraft?

A) The other aircraft is flying away from you.
B) The other aircraft is crossing to the left.
C) The other aircraft is crossing to the right.

A

A) The other aircraft is flying away from you.

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  1. What is the most effective way to use the eyes during night flight?

A) Look only at far away, dim lights.
B) Scan slowly to permit off center viewing.
C) Concentrate directly on each object for a few seconds.

A

B) Scan slowly to permit off center viewing

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  1. The best method to use when looking for other traffic at night is to

A) Look to the side of the object and scan slowly.
B) Scan the visual field very rapidly.
C) Look to the side of the object and scan rapidly.

A

A) Look to the side of the object and scan slowly

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  1. The most effective method of scanning for other aircraft for collision
    avoidance during nighttime hours is to use

A) Regularly spaced concentration on the 3-, 9-, and 12-o’clock positions.
B) A series of short regularly spaced eye movements to search each 30-degree
sector.
C) Peripheral vision by scanning small sectors and utilizing off center
viewing.

A

C) Peripheral vision by scanning small sectors and utilizing off center
viewing.

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  1. Large accumulations of carbon monoxide in the human body result in

A) Tightness across the forehead.
B) Loss of muscular power.
C) An increased sense of well-being.

A

B) Loss of muscular power.

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  1. Susceptibility to carbon monoxide poisoning increases as

A) Altitude increases.
B) Altitude decreases.
C) Air pressure increases.

A

A) Altitude increases.

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  1. Which statement best defines hypoxia?

A state of oxygen deficiency in the body.

An abnormal increase in the volume of air breathed.

A condition of gas bubble formation around the joints or muscles.

A

A state of oxygen deficiency in the body

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  1. The most effective method of scanning for other aircraft for collision avoidance during daylight hours is to use

Regularly spaced concentration on the 3-, 9-, and 12-o’clock positions.

A series of short regularly spaced eye movements to search each 10-degree sector.

Peripheral vision by scanning small sectors and utilizing off center viewing.

A

Peripheral vision by scanning small sectors and utilizing off center viewing.

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  1. Rapid or extra deep breathing while using oxygen can cause a condition known as

Hyperventilation.

Aero sinusitis.

Aerotitis.

A

Hyperventilation.

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  1. Which technique should a pilot use to scan for traffic to the right and left during straight-and-level flight?

Systematically focus on different segments of the sky for short intervals.

Concentrate on relative movement detected in the peripheral vision area.

Continuous sweeping of the windshield from right to left.

A

Systematically focus on different segments of the sky for short intervals.

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  1. How can you determine if another aircraft is on a collision course with your aircraft?

The other aircraft will always appear to get larger and closer at a rapid rate.

The nose of each aircraft is pointed at the same point in space.

There will be no apparent relative motion between your aircraft and the other aircraft.

A

The other aircraft will always appear to get larger and closer at a rapid rate.

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  1. If a pilot experiences spatial disorientation during flight in a restricted visibility condition, the best way to overcome the effect is to

Rely upon the aircraft instrument indications.

Concentrate on yaw, pitch, and roll sensations.

Consciously slow the breathing rate until symptoms clear and then resume normal breathing rate.

A

Rely upon the aircraft instrument indications.

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  1. Pilots are more subject to spatial disorientation if

They ignore the sensations of muscles and inner ear.

Body signals are used to interpret flight attitude.

Eyes are moved often in the process of cross-checking the flight instruments.

A

Body signals are used to interpret flight attitude.

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  1. The danger of spatial disorientation during flight in poor visual conditions may be reduced by

Shifting the eyes quickly between the exterior visual field and the instrument panel.

Having faith in the instruments rather than taking a chance on the sensory organs.

Leaning the body in the opposite direction of the motion of the aircraft.

A

Having faith in the instruments rather than taking a chance on the sensory organs.

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  1. A person may not act as a crewmember of a civil aircraft if alcoholic beverages have been consumed by that person within the preceding

8 hours.

12 hours.

24 hours.

A

8 hours.

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  1. Which is true regarding the presence of alcohol within the human body?

A small amount of alcohol increases vision acuity.

An increase in altitude decreases the adverse effect of alcohol.

Judgment and decision-making abilities can be adversely affected by even small amounts of alcohol.

A

Judgment and decision-making abilities can be adversely affected by even small amounts of alcohol.

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  1. Hypoxia is the result of which of these conditions?

Excessive oxygen in the bloodstream.

Insufficient oxygen reaching the brain.

Excessive carbon dioxide in the bloodstream.

A

Insufficient oxygen reaching the brain.

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  1. Why is hypoxia particularly dangerous during flights with one pilot?

Night vision may be so impaired that the pilot cannot see other aircraft.

Symptoms of hypoxia may be difficult to recognize before the pilot’s reactions are affected.

The pilot may not be able to control the aircraft even if using oxygen.

A

Symptoms of hypoxia may be difficult to recognize before the pilot’s reactions are affected.

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  1. Which statement is correct regarding the use of cockpit lighting for night flight?

Reducing the lighting intensity to a minimum level will eliminate blind
spots.

The use of regular white light, such as a flashlight, will impair night
adaptation.

Coloration shown on maps is least affected by the use of direct red lighting.

A

Reducing the lighting intensity to a minimum level will eliminate blind
spots.

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  1. What action should be taken if hyperventilation is suspected?

Breathe at a slower rate by taking very deep breaths.

Consciously breathe at a slower rate than normal.

Consciously force yourself to take deep breaths and breathe at a faster rate than normal.

A

Consciously breathe at a slower rate than normal.

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  1. How can an instrument pilot best overcome spatial disorientation?

Use a very rapid cross check.

Properly interpret the flight instruments and act accordingly.

Avoid banking in excess of 30°.

A

Properly interpret the flight instruments and act accordingly.

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  1. Which would most likely result in Hyperventilation?

Emotional tension, anxiety or fear.

The excessive consumption of alcohol.

An extremely slow rate of breathing and insufficient oxygen.

A

Emotional tension, anxiety or fear.

25
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  1. A pilot should be able to overcome the symptoms or avoid future occurrences of hyperventilation by

Closely monitoring the flight instruments to control the airplane.

Slowing the breathing rate, breathing into a bag, or talking aloud.

Increasing the breathing rate in order to increase lung ventilation.

A

Slowing the breathing rate, breathing into a bag, or talking aloud.

26
Q
  1. The danger of spatial disorientation during flight in poor visual conditions may be reduced by

Shifting the eyes quickly between the exterior visual field and the instrument panel

Having faith in the instruments rather than taking taking a chance on the sensory organs.

Leaning the body in the opposite direction of the motion of the aircraft.

A

Having faith in the instruments rather than taking taking a chance on the sensory organs.

27
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  1. A state of temporary confusion resulting from misleading information being sent to the brain by various sensory organs is defined as

Spatial disorientation

Hyperventilation

Hypoxia

A

Spatial disorientation

28
Q
  1. Which technique should a pilot use to scan for traffic to the right and left during straight and level flight?

Systematically focus on different segments of the sky for short intervals

Concentrate on relative movement detected in the peripheral vision area.

Continuous sweeping of the windshield from right to left.

A

Systematically focus on different segments of the sky for short intervals

29
Q
  1. What effect does haze have on the ability to see traffic or terrain features during flight?

Haze causes the eyes to focus at infinity.

The eyes tend to overwork in haze and do not detect relative movement easily.

All traffic or terrain features appear to be farther away than their actual
distance.

A

All traffic or terrain features appear to be farther away than their actual
distance.

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  1. What preparation should a pilot make to adapt the eyes for night flying?

Wear sunglasses after sunset until ready for flight.

Avoid red light up to 30 minutes before the flight.

Avoid bright white lights at least 30 minutes before the flight.

A

Avoid bright white lights at least 30 minutes before the flight.

31
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  1. Hypoxia susceptibility due to inhalation of carbon monoxide increases as

Humidity decreases.

Altitude decreases.

Oxygen demand increases.

A

Oxygen demand increases.

32
Q
  1. Hypoxia is the result of which of these conditions?

Excessive oxygen in the bloodstream.

Insufficient oxygen reaching the brain.

Excessive carbon dioxide in the bloodstream.

A

Insufficient oxygen reaching the brain.

33
Q
  1. Which is true regarding the presence of alcohol within the human body?

A small amount of alcohol increases vision acuity.

An increase in altitude decreases the adverse effect of alcohol.

Judgment and decision making abilities can be adversely affected by even small amounts of alcohol.

A

Judgment and decision making abilities can be adversely affected by even small amounts of alcohol.

34
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  1. Which is a common symptom of hyperventilation?

Drowsiness.

Decreased breathing rate.

Euphoria- sense of well-being.

A

Euphoria- sense of well-being.

35
Q
  1. As hyperventilation progresses a pilot can experience

Decreased breathing rate and depth.

Heightened awareness and feeling of well-being.

Symptoms of suffocation and drowsiness.

A

Heightened awareness and feeling of well-being.

36
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  1. To overcome the symptoms of hyperventilation, a pilot should

Swallow or yawn.

Slow the breathing rate.

Increase the breathing rate.

A

Slow the breathing rate.

37
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  1. Which would most likely result in hyperventilation?

Insufficient oxygen.

Excessive carbon monoxide.

Insufficient carbon dioxide.

A

Insufficient carbon dioxide.

38
Q
  1. To best overcome the effects of spatial disorientation, a pilot should

Rely on the body sensations.

Increase the breathing rate.

Rely on aircraft instrument indications.

A

Rely on aircraft instrument indications.

39
Q
  1. To scan properly for traffic, a pilot should

Continuously sweep vision field.

Concentrate on any peripheral movement detected.

Systematically focus on different segments of vision field for short
intervals.

A

Systematically focus on different segments of vision field for short
intervals.

40
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  1. A pilot is more subject to spatial disorientation if

Kinesthetic senses are ignored.

Eyes are moved often in the process of cross-checking the flight instruments.

Body signals are used to interpret flight instruments.

A

Body signals are used to interpret flight instruments.

41
Q
  1. Abrupt head movement during a prolonged constant rate turn in the IMC or simulated instrument conditions can cause

Pilot disorientation.

False horizon.

Elevator illusion.

A

Pilot disorientation.

42
Q
  1. Without visual aid, pilot often interprets centrifugal force as a sensation of

Rising or falling.

Turning.

Motion reversal.

A

Turning.

43
Q
  1. An abrupt change from climb to straight-and-level flight can create the illusion of

Tumbling backwards.

A nose up attitude.

A descent with the wings level.

A

A descent with the wings level.

44
Q
  1. A rapid acceleration during takeoff can create the illusion of

Spinning in the opposite direction.

Being in a nose up attitude.

Diving into the ground.

A

Being in a nose up attitude.

45
Q
  1. A slopping cloud formation, an obscured horizon, and a dark scene spread with ground lights and stars can create an illusion known as

Elevator illusions.

Auto kinesis.

False horizons.

A

False horizons.

46
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  1. Due to visual illusion, when landing on a narrower-than-usual runway, the aircraft will appear to be

Higher than actual, leading to a lower-than-normal approach.

Lower than actual, leading to a higher-than-normal approach.

Higher than actual, leading to a higher-than-normal approach.

A

Higher than actual, leading to a lower-than-normal approach.

47
Q
  1. What visual illusion creates the same effect as a narrower-than-usual runway?

An up sloping runway.

A wider-than-usual runway.

A down sloping runway.

A

A down sloping runway.

48
Q
  1. It can take up to ___ hours for the body to dispose of carbon monoxide.

10 hours

24 hours

48 hours

A

48 hours

49
Q
  1. The only medicine found safe for flying if taken at minimal dosage are:

Aspirin and antacids

Analgesics and Anesthetics

Decongestants and Antihistamines

A

Aspirin and antacids

50
Q
  1. Flashing lights inside clouds during night time can induce:

Inversion illusion

Flicker vertigo

Coriolis illusion

A

Flicker vertigo

51
Q

Hazardous attitude which contribute to poor pilot judgement can be effectively counteracted by:

Early recognition of hazardous thoughts

Taking meaningful steps to be more assertive with attitudes

Redirecting that hazardous attitudes so that appropriate action can be taken 0

A

Redirecting that hazardous attitudes so that appropriate action can be
taken 0

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53
Q

When a pilot recognized a hazardous thought, he or she then should correct it
by stating the corresponding antidote, which of the following is the antidote for
ANTIAUTHORITY:
Not so fast, Think first
It won’t happen to me. It could happen to me
Don’t tell me. Follow the rules. They are usually right 0

A

Don’t tell me. Follow the rules. They are usually right 0

53
Q

Examples of classic behavioural traps that experienced pilots may fall into are trying to:

Assume additional responsibilities and assert PIC authority

Promote situational awareness and then necessary changes in behaviour

Complete a flight as planned, please passengers, meet schedules, and demonstrate the “right stuff” 0

A

Complete a flight as planned, please passengers, meet schedules, and
demonstrate the “right stuff” 0

54
Q

Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM) is a:

Systematic approach to the mental process used by pilots to consistently determine the best course of action for a given set of circumstances 0

Decision making process which relies on good judgement to reduce risks associated with each flight

Mental process of analyzing all information in a particular situation and making a timely decision on what action to take

A

Systematic approach to the mental process used by pilots to consistently determine the best course of action for a given set of circumstances 0

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