HPL 2020 Exam Feedback 1

Question 1

The tendency to avoid making difficult choices or accepting responsibility is an example of which attitude?

a.Complacency

b.Resignation

c.Machismo

d.Invulnerability

Answer 1

b.Resignation

Question 2

A pilot suffering ‘grey-out’ is likely to be experiencing:

a.-2 Gz

b.-4 Gx

c.+2 Gz

d.+4 Gx

Answer 2

c.+2 Gz

Question 3

Which statement is true about the working memory?

a.It varies considerably in size between an experienced pilot and a novice pilot

b.It is unlimited in capacity

c.It is unlimited in duration

d.It is sensitive to interruptions which may erase all or some of its contents

Answer 3

d.It is sensitive to interruptions which may erase all or some of its contents

Question 4

According to James Reason, an organisation which collects and analyses relevant data relates to which component of safety culture?

a.Learning

b.Informed

c.Reporting

d.Just

Answer 4

b.Informed

Question 5

Medicines containing anti-histamine may cause which of the following side effects?

a.Drowsiness and loss of balance

b.Restlessness, irritability and excitability

c.Headaches and cognitive impairment

d.Impaired cerebral function

Answer 5

a.Drowsiness and loss of balance

Question 6

Regarding the use of checklists, pilots ensure that:

a.Their execution should be combined with other important tasks

b.Their execution may be done simultaneously with other actions

c.They should only be carried out when time is available

d.Their execution should not be done simultaneously with other actions

Answer 6

d.Their execution should not be done simultaneously with other actions

Question 7

Which of the following is true concerning carbon monoxide?

a.It combines five times faster to haemoglobin than oxygen

b.It is found in cigarettes and raises the smoker’s physiological altitude

c.It has no physiological effect when mixed with oxygen

d.It can be readily detected by the smell

Answer 7

b.It is found in cigarettes and raises the smoker’s physiological altitude

Question 8

Which 3 of the following statements best describes methods for successful conflict resolution?

1. Active listening
2. Defend your position strongly
3. Seek arbitration
4. Be aware of cultural influences

Answer in alphabetical order

Answer 8

[Active listening]
[Be aware of cultural differences]
[Seek arbitration]

Question 9

A Captain is instructed by ATC to taxi to the holding point and given a take off clearance after a rolling start. The Captain declined the clearance as he needed to complete the checklist. This behaviour is described as

Answer 9

[disciplined]

Question 10

In the absence of external reference points, the sensation that the vehicle in which you are sitting is moving when it is in fact the vehicle directly alongside which is moving is a
[ ] illusion.

Answer 10

[relative motion]

Question 11

What is the main problem caused by positive (+Gz) accelerations?

a.A pooling of blood in the lower portions of the body and hence less blood being available for the brain

b.A deterioration in vision such that all objects appear red

c. Hyperoxygenation of the blood which may lead to sensory disorders

d.An increase in blood pressure in the upper part of the body (above heart level)

Answer 11

a.A pooling of blood in the lower portions of the body and hence less blood being available for the brain

Question 12

State the sources for how orientation is achieved from the lost below:
1. Eyes
2. Middle ear
3. Semi-circular canals
4. Seat-of-the-pants sense

a.1

b.3, 4

c.1, 4

d.1,3, 4

Answer 12

d.1,3, 4

Question 13

The following diseases which can be contracted via contaminated water are

Answer in alphabetical order

Answer 13

[cholera] [dysentery] [typhoid]

Question 14

An efficient flight deck (synergistic cockpit) will be observed when

a.Decisions do not need to be discussed because of a common synergy between crew members

b.Decisions are taken by the Captain with the help and participation of other crew members

c.The plan of action is defined by the Captain because of his experience level

d.The Captain delegates the decision-making to other crew members

Answer 14

b.Decisions are taken by the Captain with the help and participation of other crew members

Question 15

Peripheral vision is important for

a.visual acuity

b.detecting moving objects

c.binocular vision

d.colour vision

Answer 15

b.detecting moving objects

Question 16

Analyse the following communication exchange between a pilot and an air traffic controller (ATC):
(1) ATC: EZY8496, climb level 320
(2) Pilot: climbing level 300, EZY8469

The pilot then inserts level “300” in the FMS. What type of error is being described? Why didn’t the controller notice that the readback was not correct?

a.Implicit; and ATC could interpret the pilot’s readback in different ways

b.explicit; and ATC expected the readback to be correct and did not focus on it

c.Implicit; due to faulty communication equipment, he could not hear the pilot

d.Explicit; and ATC did not understand the message

Answer 16

b.explicit; and ATC expected the readback to be correct and did not focus on it

Question 17

In a situation where an aircraft is taking off with ice on the wings, the cabin crew were aware of the icing due to passengers commenting on it but were resistant to tell the pilots. The type of error exhibited was

Answer 17

[social environmental].

Question 18

The duration of a period of sleep is governed primarily by the:

a.duration of your previous sleep

b.number of points you have in your ‘credit/deficit’ system

c.point within your circadian rhythm at which you try to sleep

d.amount of time you have been awake

Answer 18

c.point within your circadian rhythm at which you try to sleep

Question 19

In the event of an aircraft decompression, which of the following will affect the severity of hypoxia?
1. Flight level
2. Physical fitness
3. Rate of decompression
4. Individual tolerance

a.1 and 3

b.1, 2 and 3

c.1, 2, 3 and 4

d.2, 3 and 4

Answer 19

c.1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 20

When focussing on near objects:

a.the pupil will enlarge

b.the shape of the lens will become more spherical

c.the reliance on rods is greater than on cones

d.the cornea will become smaller

Answer 20

b.the shape of the lens will become more spherical

Question 21

A student pilot has failed an important flight test and examination. After additional help from an instructor, the student eventually completes the training and passes the flight test. The effect of the experience on the student is:

a.The experience will significantly boost the student’s self-confidence as they realise that they can achieve everything with sufficient training.

b.A student with a stable personality will recognise that sometimes things do not go perfectly and learn from the experience.

c.The experience will affect the student significantly. He/she will have poor self-confidence afterwards and frequently require reassurance from others.

d.A student with a stable personality will have a lower self-confidence afterwards

Answer 21

b.A student with a stable personality will recognise that sometimes things do not go perfectly and learn from the experience.

Question 22

A co-pilot with extensive experience on type is crewed with a new Captain who is relatively inexperienced. Whilst on final approach in bad weather the co-pilot states ‘I’ll make it’ despite the crew not having established visual reference with the landing area. The Captain doesn’t react. This is an example of

a.synergistic cockpit authority gradient

b.a mismatch of role and status

c.risky shift

d.conformity

Answer 22

b.a mismatch of role and status

Question 23

Which 4 of the following human factors are either cumulative or tend to escalate?

1. Stress factors
2. Errors
3. Colour blindness
4. Carbon monoxide poisoning
5. Impulsiveness
6. Human conflict

Answer 23

[Stress factors]
[Errors]
[Carbon Monoxide poisoning]
[Human conflict]

Question 24

Back problems are common amongst pilots. Which 3 from the list below are effective ways to prevent back pain?

1. Physiotherapy
2. Hypnosis
3. Keeping in good physical condition
4. Losing weight if overweight
5. Eating healthily

Answer 24

[Physiotherapy]
[Losing weight]
[Keeping fit]

Question 25

During a scheduled flight between UK and USA, an American Captain is working alongside an Irish co-pilot. What is the disadvantage of not using professional language?

a.Better synergy in the cockpit

b.Information may be misinterpreted

c.More likely to be distracted

Answer 25

b.Information may be misinterpreted