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

Answer

TEM (Threat and Error Management) is a framework for proactively identifying and managing threats and errors before they produce unsafe outcomes.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

A threat is an event outside the crew's direct control that increases the complexity of the operation and must be managed.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

Situational awareness is the perception of environmental elements, understanding of their meaning, and projection of their future status affecting the flight.

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

Answer

Channelized attention, or fixation on a single issue, causes crews to lose awareness of other developing threats.

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

Answer

An undesired aircraft state is any position, speed, attitude, or configuration that reduces safety margins and requires correction.

(CFC) Certified Flight Communicator Practice Test

(CFC) Certified Flight Communicator Practice Test

CFC CFC Crew Resource Management & Communication 3