Additional Practice Questions: Human Factors (Part 3): DGCA Air Regulations questions

Question 1

The most dangerous symptoms of hypoxia at altitude are:

Accepted Answer

Euphoria and impairment of judgment.

Answer

Breathlessness and reduced night vision.

Answer

Hyperventilation.

Question 2

To safely supply the crew with oxygen, at which altitude is it necessary to breathe 100% oxygen plus pressure after a rapid decompression?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 38 000 ft.

Answer

Approximately 33 000 ft.

Answer

Approximately 45 000 ft.

Question 3

When the pilot suffers from hypothermia (loss of cabin heating):

Accepted Answer

His need for oxygen will be increased as long as he stays conscious.

Answer

His oxygen need will not be affected.

Answer

His oxygen need will be raised and his tolerance to hypoxia will be increased.

Question 4

"Tunnel vision" (loss of peripherical vision) can be observed if a pilot is subjected to more than:

Accepted Answer

+ 3.5 Gz

Answer

+ 3.5 Gy.

Answer

- 3.5 Gz.

Question 5

"Grey out" can be observed if a pilot is subjected to more than:

Accepted Answer

+ 3 Gz.

Answer

- 3 Gz.

Answer

+ 3 Gy.

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