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GPC - Glider Pilot Certificate Pilot Physiology and Aeronautical Decision Making Questions and Answers Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary cause of loss of control accidents in general aviation, including gliders?

    Answer: Pilot decision-making errors and distraction

    FAA accident data consistently shows that pilot decision-making errors and distraction are the leading causes of loss of control accidents.

  2. A glider pilot experiences dizziness and confusion while ridge soaring at 12,500 feet MSL. The most likely cause is:

    Answer: Hypoxia from insufficient oxygen

    At 12,500 feet MSL, hypoxia is the most likely cause of dizziness and confusion since gliders have no pressurization or supplemental oxygen systems by default.

  3. What does the 'P' in the PAVE risk assessment checklist stand for?

    Answer: Pilot in command

    PAVE stands for Pilot, Aircraft, enVironment, and External pressures, and is used to identify risk factors before flight.

  4. Which scenario best illustrates the hazardous attitude of resignation?

    Answer: A pilot thinks 'what's the use, nothing I do will matter anyway' during an emergency

    Resignation is characterized by a sense of helplessness or lack of control, causing the pilot to give up rather than actively problem-solve.

  5. Under what condition is a glider pilot most susceptible to fixation (tunnel vision) errors?

    Answer: During a high-workload emergency when attention narrows to one problem

    High-stress, high-workload situations cause attention to narrow, making pilots susceptible to fixating on one issue while missing other critical cues.

  6. What is the recommended technique to overcome hyperventilation in flight?

    Answer: Breathe slowly and deeply, or speak aloud to regulate breathing

    Hyperventilation is treated by slowing the breathing rate to restore the CO2/O2 balance, and speaking aloud naturally helps regulate breath rhythm.