Pilot Physiological Factors

Judgment and decision-making abilities can be adversely affected by even small amounts of alcohol. A small amount of alcohol increases vision acuity. Consuming an equal amount of water will increase the destruction of alcohol and alleviate a hangover.

not exceed 10 degrees and view each sector at least 1 second. use peripheral vision by scanning small sectors and utilizing off-center viewing. be 30 degrees and view each sector for at least 3 seconds.

The pilot is lazy and rushes to get done quickly. The pilot hurries to get done in order to rest. Fatigue may not be apparent to a pilot until serious errors are made (an impaired pilot is a dangerous pilot).