Recognition of upset and Instrument scanning

Question 1

Startle Effect

Answer 1

The initial short-term, involuntary physiological and cognitive reactions to an unexpected event that commence the normal human stress response.

Effect:
- a brief period of disorientation as well as short term psychomotor impairment which may well lead to task interruptions and/or a brief period of confusion. Strategies for Improving Startle Per

Question 2

Strategies for Improving Startle Performance

Answer 2

Know your aircraft * Develop a sound technical knowledge of your aircraft type and maintain it with regular revision

Maintain handling skills * Be competent and comfortable flying the aircraft

Train appropriately * Simulator exercises should be conducted in a constructive manner with a focus on evidence based (most likely) events.

Be cognizant of the environment * Maintain situational awareness at all times.

Avoid complacency * Have a healthy expectation and suspicion for things going wrong

Question 3

Instrument Scanning 4 Step Process

Answer 3

First step: Attitude + Power = Performance

Second step: Trap Door and Fine Tuners

Third step: Primary Instrument Scan

Fourth step: Circular Instrument Scan

Question 4

Senseitivity of Turn coordinator and VSI

Answer 4

Sensitivity: The TC will show a turn before the
heading indicator reacts; the VSI will show a climb or
descent before the altimeter reacts.

Question 5

NOSE-HIGH ATTITUDE

Answer 5

Indications:
Decreasing a/s
Rapid gain in alt
High rate of climb
nose-high attitude on the AI

Recovery:
Add power
Apply forward elevator pressure
Correct bank by applying coordinated rudder and aileron pressure to level miniature a/c & center ball of TC

Question 6

NOSE-LOW ATTITUDE

Answer 6

Indications:
Increasing a/s
Rapid loss of alt
High rate of descent
nose-low attitude on the AI

Recovery:
reduce power
Correct bank by applying coordinated rudder and aileron pressure to level miniature a/c & center ball of TC
Apply smooth elevator back pressure to level off

Question 7

Upset Prevention

Answer 7

✔Maintain situational awareness
✔Control inputs should be decisive and not abrupt
✔Scan outside references in all directions
✔Follow checklists and procedures
✔Keep Calm