CFC CFC Crew Resource Management & Communication 3

Question 1

What does the TEM model stand for in aviation safety?

Accepted Answer

Threat and Error Management

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Technical Equipment Management

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Traffic and Emergency Monitoring

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Training Evaluation Methods

Question 2

In the TEM framework, what is a 'threat'?

Accepted Answer

An event or error originating outside the crew that increases operational complexity

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A crew member who regularly disagrees with decisions

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Any aircraft system malfunction requiring a checklist

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A passenger or cabin crew complaint

Question 3

What is 'situational awareness' (SA) in aviation?

Accepted Answer

The perception, comprehension, and projection of elements affecting the flight

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Awareness of individual passenger needs during flight

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Awareness of the aircraft's operating costs and fuel burn

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Knowledge of ATC phraseology and procedures only

Question 4

Which of the following is a common cause of situational awareness breakdown?

Accepted Answer

Channelized attention — fixating on one problem while ignoring other threats

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Following standard checklists during normal operations

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Conducting pre-flight crew briefings before departure

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Using ATC radar advisory services en route

Question 5

What is an 'undesired aircraft state' (UAS) in the TEM framework?

Accepted Answer

A position, speed, attitude, or configuration that reduces safety margins

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An aircraft that has not passed its annual airworthiness inspection

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An unauthorized aircraft operating in controlled airspace

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A crewed aircraft operating without revenue passengers

Question 6

What technique do crews use to verify critical actions during high-risk phases of flight?

Accepted Answer

Challenge-and-response checklists with verbal callouts

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Minimizing checklist use to save time during busy phases

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Disabling automation to maintain manual proficiency

Answer

Limiting all communication to avoid cockpit distractions