8.0 Human Factors

8.1  AVIATION PHYSIOLOGY

1. Hypoxia/Hyperventilation
2. Gas Expansion Effects
3. Decompression (Including SCUBA diving)
4. Vision
5. Hearing
6. Orientation/Disorientation (including visual and vestibular illusions)
7. Body Rythms/Jet Lag
8. Sleep/Fatigue

8.2  THE PILOT AND THE OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

1. Personal Health
2. Diet and Nutrition
3. Medications (prescribed and over-the-counter)
4. Substance Abuse (alcohol and drugs)
5. Pregnancy
6. Heat/Cold
7. Effects of Smoking
8. Toxic Hazards (including carbon monoxide)

8.3  AVIATION PSYCHOLOGY

1. The Decision-Making Process
2. Factors that Influence Decision-Making
3. Situational Awareness
4. Stress
5. Managing Risk
6. Attitudes
7. Workload - (Attention and Information Processing)

8.4  PILOT - EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS RELATIONSHIP

1. Controls and Displays - Errors in Interpretation and Control
2. Standard Operating Procedures - Rationale/Benefits
3. Use of Maps/Charts
4. Correct Use of Checklists and Manuals

8.5  INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS

1. Communications with - Crew/Maintenance Personnel/Air Traffic Service/Passengers
2. Operating Pressures - Family Relationships/Peer Group
3. Operating Pressures - Employer