Task J: Aeromedical Factors (ASEL and ASES)
References: FAA-H-8083-25; AIM. Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge of the elements related to aeromedical factors by explaining: |
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Private Pilot PTS | What this means… | What you need to do to prepare |
1. The symptoms, causes, effects, and corrective actions of at least three of the following—
a. hypoxia. |
You need to be able to explain from memory the symptoms, causes, effects and corrective actions for all of these conditions. | Review Chapter 16 Aeromedical Factors in the PHAK which covers all of these conditions.
Additional detailed information is in the AIM.
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2. The effects of alcohol, drugs, and over-the-counter medications. | You need to be able to explain regulations pertaining to the use of alcohol, drugs, prescription and OTC medications. | Review AIM 8-1-1 Fitness for Flight.
Understand 14 CFR 61.53 and 14 CFR 91.17. While the FAA does not maintain a public database of authorized and unauthorized medications AOPA maintains a partial list based upon their research with the FAA. AOPA members can search their database. |
3. The effects of excess nitrogen during scuba dives upon a pilot or passenger in flight. | You need to be able to explain the risks and guidelines for flight after scuba diving. | See PHAK Chapter 16 and AIM 8-1-2 above. |