exam 1

Which statements are true about the treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety?

-An aviator can be on anti-anxiety medication and still fly after a temporary grounding and receiving a waiver after being stable on the medication dose for four months and without aero medically significant symptoms or side effects. -An aviator can be in therapy and still fly as long as the PTSD symptoms do not make the aviator unsafe to fly.

Due to safety considerations, identification tags (dog tags) should be worn

-around the outside of the collar of the A2CU -tucked between blouse and t-shirt

Stress underload can lead to what? Select all that apply

-boredom -complacency

Crewmembers rely upon several mental abilities to successfully perform their mission. These abilities include which of the following?

-communication -cognition -memory -psychomotor abilities

Select the effects of caffeine (all that apply)

-increased motor activity -body dehydration -hypertension -impaired judgement

Select the effects of fatigue on performance (all that apply)

-increased tolerance for error -reaction time increases

Select the characteristics of chronic fatigue (all that apply)

-insomnia -slowed reaction time -poor job performance -poor judgement

Select the effects of acute fatigue (all that apply)

-lack of awareness of error accumulation -inattention -distractability -loss of accuracy and control

The Primary Survival Gear Carrier (PSGC):

-must be fitted to the individual -must be stocked and inspected by qualified personnel (NOT PRIOR TO EACH FLIGHT, don't check) -one size fits all

Your HGU-56P helmet should be worn

-with a tightened nape strap -with a tightened chin strap

During routine cleaning of your flight gloves in both washing and drying, the temperature should not exceed

120F

The rotor diameter is ____ feet and 1 inch.

36

A NOMEX-based flight suit, such as the A2CU, does not support combustion but chars between

700-800F

The maximum gross weight for the UH-72 is ____ pounds.

7905

The average person needs ____ hours of sleep a night

8

On the GTX-330 transponder, which key allows you to select Mode A and C?

ALT

____ provides guidance on crew endurance planning

AR 385-10

When a fix, point or object is approximately 90 degrees to the left/right of aircraft track. A general position not a precise point.

Abeam

What does the abbreviation AGL stand for?

Above ground level

LT Dan has been flying MEDEVAC missions for the last 14 hours. His copilot and crew chief notice that he is beginning to select the wrong radio frequencies. His copilot also had to correct the grid coordinates for the LZ. What type of fatigue is he experiencing?

Acute

Ball is centered in the inclinometer using the pedals to put the helicopter in longitudinal trim so that coordinated flight can be maintained

Aircraft in trim

The incorporation of crewmembers into cockpit management is called

Aircrew coordination

Which of the following could occur because of combat stress?

All of the answers given (impaired duty performance, fear and anxiety, high espirit de corps, strong personal trust among peers)

Fuel state needed for recovery

Bingo fuel

Immediate action command to perform an emergency maneuver to deviate from the present ground track (will be followed by right, left, up, or down)

Break

A frequency designed for the purpose of carrying out airport advisory practices while operating to or from an airport without an operating control tower

CTAF (Common Traffic Advisory Frequency)

This is the result of inadequate recovery from successive periods of acute fatigue

Chronic fatigue

Method of alerting others of the direction of a hazard outside the aircraft

Clock position

Which Crew Coordination Principle does the following tenet support? Provide effective decisions and timely actions

Communicate effectively & timely

Establish communication with...

Contact

Select the mnemonic we utilize to represent the types of behaviors that contribute to self-imposed stressors

DEATH- drugs, exhaustion, alcohol, tobacco, hypoglycemia (diet)

Match each transponder code to its purpose/meaning: 7700

Emergency

On the ARC-231, the switch below "X/E" is used to "X"-Escape and "E" it to ____ data.

Enter

Used by ATC when prompt compliance is required to avoid the development of an imminent situation

Expedite

Type of SA- aircraft avoidance, obstacle avoidance, terrain, weather

External awareness

T/F: Anyone can accurately determine their own impairment from sleep loss

False

T/F: Caffeine is not considered a drug

False

T/F: The Circadian Cycle causes you to be at your peak level of alertness between 1200 and 1600

False, 0800-1200

Instructions for a pilot to abandon his approach to landing

Go around

Match each transponder code to its purpose/meaning: 7500

Hijacked

The first step an individual must take for effective stress management is

Identify the stressors

Used by ATC or pilots when such action compliance is required to avoid an imminent situation

Immediate

Signs and symptoms of fatigue include

Impaired attention and concentration

Type of SA- instrument indications, aircraft sounds, cross monitoring

Internal awareness

Match each transponder code to its purpose/meaning: 7600

Lost communications

The post powerful coping method for stress is _____ _____

Minimizing stressors

An operating procedure, technique, condition, etc., which is essential to emphasize

Note

Crewmembers must anticipate and offer supporting information and actions to the decision-maker, which is usually whom?

PC (Pilot-in-Command)

To turn on the ARC-231 after battery power is applied, rotate the selector knob to the ____ position.

PT

The ____ switch on the Audio Control Unit (ACU) provides the pilot not on the controls the capability to use the radio/intercom system (ICS) to transmit over a selected frequency or channel

PTT (press to talk)

Who is responsible for aircraft control?

Pilot on the controls (P*)

Which Crew Coordination Principle does the following tenet support? Crewmembers must provide support and mission advisories to the decision maker, usually the PC

Provide situational aircraft & mission advisories

Command to place a frequency in a specific radio

Put me up

Command to notify

Report

Repeat your transmission

Say again

Being aware of what is happening around you to understand how information, events, and your own actions will impact your mission, both now and in the near future.

Situational awareness

LT Dan has been operating under extreme conditions and has been sleep deprived while supporting the mission. After 48 hours of sustained operations, LT Dan should ____

Sleep no more than 10 hours

Wait; duties of a higher priority are being performed and request cannot be complied with at this time

Stand by

Which Crew Coordination Principle does the following tenet support? All crewmembers must provide prompt assistance regardless of rank, duty position, or seniority

Sustain a climate of ready & prompt assistance

Which of the following answers is the definition of stress?

The nonspecific response of the body to any demand placed upon it

Refers to any friendly aircraft that presents a collision hazard (followed by a clock position, distance, and reference to altitude)

Traffic

Command to deviate from present ground track, will be followed by words right or left, specific heading in degrees, a bearing, or instructions to follow a well defined contour

Turn

Which of the following is a recommended countermeasure for general fatigue and sleep problems?

Use your bedroom for sleep and sex only

If you are squawking 1200 and want to return to your previous squawk code, what single button can you press to return?

VFR

The code for VFR flight is 1200. To enter this code in the transponder (GTX-330), the pilot can press the number keys 1-2-0-0 in order, or press the ____ Key.

VFR

Match each transponder code to its purpose/meaning: 1200

VFR flight

I have received your message, I understand, and I will comply

Wilco

Flight boots must be tested and approved for wear. To pass, they should

adequately protect the aviator

Which of the following statements is true concerning the safety features provided by an aircraft?

aircraft design incorporates break-free self-sealing fuel lines to reduce the risk of post crash fire

Match the definition with the proper term: Adjusting the flight controls as necessary to establish an auto-rotational descent and landing.

autorotate

The Army Aircrew Combat Uniform (A2CU) should

be cared for according to the instructions on the garment

An operating procedure or practice that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of equipment.

caution

The GTX-330 Transponder is automatically placed in GROUND mode by engaging the

collective lever lock

The three controls in a helicopter that the pilot must use during a flight are called the ____, the ____, and the ____ pedals.

collective, cyclic, anti-torque

The Garmin GNS 430W provides both ____ and ____ as it's two main capabilities

communication and navigation

NOMEX flight gloves are to be worn

during all flight duties under the sleeve

Match the definition with the proper term: Engine(s) shutdown without delay.

emergency shutdown

The Wulfsberg P-2000 radio is installed in the UH-72 but not used for the IERW training mission. It is used to communicate with ____ ____.

first responders

Which of the following is not a prolonged response when dealing with the physical responses of stress?

increased immunity

Match the definition with the proper term: Land without delay at the nearest adequate site (i.e. open field) at which a safe approach and landing can be made.

land as soon as possible

Match the definition with the proper term: The landing site and duration of flight are at the discretion of the pilot. Extended flight beyond the nearest approved landing area where appropriate assistance can be expected is not recommended.

land as soon as practicable

Match the definition with the proper term: The urgency of landing is paramount. Primary consideration is to assure survival of the occupants. Landing in water, trees, or other unsafe areas should be considered only as a last resort.

land immediately

The ____ ____ carries the weight of the helicopter on the ground and absorbs landing loads.

landing gear

The number 1 engine is located on the ____ side of the helicopter while the number 2 engine is located on the ____ side.

left, right

This term is used to express permissiveness (when a procedure is optional).

may

LT Dan requested a 4-day pass, which was denied bc he did not complete his 96 hours worth of online training. This is an example of what?

must and should

To monitor a specific radio or NAVAID (Navigation Aid), the respective knob on the ACU must be in the ____ or ____ position.

out or up

"I have the controls," "You have the controls," "I have the controls" is an example of

positive three-way transfer of controls

When using the keypad method to change a frequency on the Wulfsberg C-5000, press the #/NUM key, enter the new frequency, then press the ____ / ____ button.

push/enter

These terms are used to express a mandatory requirement.

shall and must

The HGU-56P flight helmet cleaning should be done with

soapy water and soft cloth

A ____ is known as any stimulant or event that requires an individual to adjust or adapt emotionally, physiologically, or behaviorally

stressor

T/F: Air Warrior body armor should be kept dry, and the ballistic insert plates should be inspected and replaced if dropped

true