220-1-3 Aeromedical Flashcards
Who is responsible for maintaining a high level of mental and physical fitness?
Crewmember
Who is responsible for keeping accurate emergency contact information on file with AOC?
Crewmember
What shall the AC do if you are concerned about the health and airworthiness of a fellow crewmember?
Contact Chief of Ops
What is the alcohol rule with regards to flying?
No consumption of alcohol during the 12-hour period prior to the scheduled takeoff time and shall be free from the effects at the designated pre-flight time
What is the downing period following immunizations?
12 hours
What is the downing period for dental work?
6 hours for local anesthesia and 12 hours for traumatic procedures
What is the downing period for losing blood?
72 hours for less than 500cc and 7 days for more than 500cc
Can prescription drugs be taken before flight? What is the down is the downing requirement?
No, downing period determined by the AMO
What is the downing requirement after Physio training?
24 hours
What is the downing requirement after SCUBA
24/48
Can a flight member fly if pregnant?
Only if cleared by the AMO and CO and only during the first trimester
If a flight crewmember wears glasses what are the two requirements?
- Must wear them during flight
2. Must have a backup readily available
What happens if you go to a non-AMO doctor for treatment?
You are grounded until approved by the AMO
What shall the AC do, if a crewmember seeks medical treatment?
Contact Chief of Ops, AOC flightmembers must also contact the AMO
What class FAA medical shall an aircrewmember possess?
Class 3
