RPC Aeronautical Decision-Making 2

Question 1

Which hazardous attitude is characterized by a drone pilot who says 'Nothing bad will ever happen to me — I've flown here dozens of times without incident'?

Accepted Answer

Invulnerability

Answer

Invulnerability is the belief that accidents happen to others, not to oneself, which causes pilots to take unwarranted risks.

Question 2

A remote pilot notices strong gusty winds developing but proceeds anyway because the flight 'should only take a few more minutes.' Which IMSAFE checklist item is most relevant here?

Accepted Answer

Emotion

Answer

Stress, including time pressure and urgency, impairs judgment and is evaluated under the 'S' (Stress) element of the IMSAFE checklist.

Question 3

During a Part 107 operation, a remote pilot-in-command delegates the visual observer role but retains which ultimate responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Final authority over the safe conduct of the flight

Answer

The remote PIC retains final authority and responsibility for the safe operation of the UAS regardless of crew delegation.

Question 4

What decision-making model uses the steps Detect, Estimate, Choose, Identify, Do, and Evaluate?

Accepted Answer

DECIDE model

Answer

The DECIDE model is a six-step structured process for aeronautical decision-making used to work through in-flight problems.

Question 5

A remote pilot feels fatigue but completes the flight anyway to avoid disappointing a paying client. Which hazardous attitude is being demonstrated?

Accepted Answer

Macho

Answer

The 'Macho' hazardous attitude involves taking risks to prove toughness or avoid appearing weak, even when safety is compromised.

(RPC) Remote Pilot Certificate Practice Test

(RPC) Remote Pilot Certificate Practice Test

RPC Aeronautical Decision-Making 2