Human Factors
Human factors account for the majority of aviation accidents. This topic covers the physiological challenges of flight (hypoxia, spatial disorientation, decompression sickness), the psychological aspects of aeronautical decision-making (ADM), crew resource management (CRM), hazardous attitudes, and how to recognize and mitigate human error in the cockpit.
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What You'll Study
10 subtopics covered in the Human Factors knowledge area
FAA Source Material
Official FAA publications referenced in this topic area
PHAK Chapter 17 — Aeromedical Factors
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PHAK Chapter 2 — Aeronautical Decision-Making
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Sample Questions
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What are the symptoms of hypoxia and at what altitude does it become a concern?
What is the IMSAFE checklist used for?
How long after consuming alcohol must you wait before flying?
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