Aeromedical Factors: Physiological (self-
imposed) stressors & Fatigue Exam
Actual Questions and Answers 2026
What doctrine governs "Aeromedical Training for Flight Personnel"?
-
correct answer ✅TC 3-04.93 (FM 3-04.301)
The Training Program -
correct answer ✅Unit Commanders are Responsible for
Aeromedical training at the unit level.
Stress -
correct answer ✅"The nonspecific response of the body to any
demand" As defined by Hans Selye an Australian Endocrinologist in
1926.
p. 3-1
Stressor -
correct answer ✅Any stimulus or event that an individual must
adjust or adapt to in some way - emotionally, physiologically, or
behaviorally.
,Aeromedical Factors: Physiological (self-
imposed) stressors & Fatigue Exam
Actual Questions and Answers 2026
The Four Types of Stressor -
correct answer ✅P.C. E.P.
Psychological: life events - job stress, illness, family issues
Cognitive (mental): low self-esteem, failure to focus on here and
now
Environmental: Altitude, Speed, Extreme Temperature
Physiological: Self-imposed stress
Cognitive Stressors -
correct answer ✅How one perceives a given situation or problem.
Pessimism, obsession, failure to focus on the present, and/or low
self-confidence can create a self-fulfilling prophecy that will ensure
a negative outcome.
Typical thought problems crew members may encounter:
,Aeromedical Factors: Physiological (self-
imposed) stressors & Fatigue Exam
Actual Questions and Answers 2026
"Musts" and "Shoulds" - When individuals think that things must go
their way or should conform. Lack of flexibility in thinking. Failure to
recognize that things may happen contrary to one's wishes.
"All or Nothing" Thinking - thinking in extremes.
Failure to focus on the here and now - Living in past or future and
overemphasizing what could have been or what should be.
Environmental Stressors -
correct answer ✅Altitude: Stress caused by altitude is most
evident at altitudes below 5,000 feet. This is where the greatest
atmospheric changes occur and crew members are subject to
problems resulting from trapped gas.
Speed: Stressful because it requires a high degree of alertness and
concentration for prolonged period of times.
Extreme Temperatures: Uncomfortable & distracting. Use proper
clothing and gradually adapt to combat this stress.
, Aeromedical Factors: Physiological (self-
imposed) stressors & Fatigue Exam
Actual Questions and Answers 2026
Aircraft Design/Characteristics: Cockpit illumination, instrument
location, accessibility of switches, seat comfort, noise level,
vibration.
Flight Conditions: IMC & night flying imposes stress.
Physiological (self-Imposed) Stressors -
correct answer ✅Although crew members often have limited
control over many aspects of aviation-related stress, they can exert
significant control over self-imposed stress.
Physiological (Self-Imposed) Stressors -
correct answer ✅DEATH
Drugs (CO-PASS)
- Self Medication
- Predictable Side Effects
- Overdose Problems
- Allergic Reactions
imposed) stressors & Fatigue Exam
Actual Questions and Answers 2026
What doctrine governs "Aeromedical Training for Flight Personnel"?
-
correct answer ✅TC 3-04.93 (FM 3-04.301)
The Training Program -
correct answer ✅Unit Commanders are Responsible for
Aeromedical training at the unit level.
Stress -
correct answer ✅"The nonspecific response of the body to any
demand" As defined by Hans Selye an Australian Endocrinologist in
1926.
p. 3-1
Stressor -
correct answer ✅Any stimulus or event that an individual must
adjust or adapt to in some way - emotionally, physiologically, or
behaviorally.
,Aeromedical Factors: Physiological (self-
imposed) stressors & Fatigue Exam
Actual Questions and Answers 2026
The Four Types of Stressor -
correct answer ✅P.C. E.P.
Psychological: life events - job stress, illness, family issues
Cognitive (mental): low self-esteem, failure to focus on here and
now
Environmental: Altitude, Speed, Extreme Temperature
Physiological: Self-imposed stress
Cognitive Stressors -
correct answer ✅How one perceives a given situation or problem.
Pessimism, obsession, failure to focus on the present, and/or low
self-confidence can create a self-fulfilling prophecy that will ensure
a negative outcome.
Typical thought problems crew members may encounter:
,Aeromedical Factors: Physiological (self-
imposed) stressors & Fatigue Exam
Actual Questions and Answers 2026
"Musts" and "Shoulds" - When individuals think that things must go
their way or should conform. Lack of flexibility in thinking. Failure to
recognize that things may happen contrary to one's wishes.
"All or Nothing" Thinking - thinking in extremes.
Failure to focus on the here and now - Living in past or future and
overemphasizing what could have been or what should be.
Environmental Stressors -
correct answer ✅Altitude: Stress caused by altitude is most
evident at altitudes below 5,000 feet. This is where the greatest
atmospheric changes occur and crew members are subject to
problems resulting from trapped gas.
Speed: Stressful because it requires a high degree of alertness and
concentration for prolonged period of times.
Extreme Temperatures: Uncomfortable & distracting. Use proper
clothing and gradually adapt to combat this stress.
, Aeromedical Factors: Physiological (self-
imposed) stressors & Fatigue Exam
Actual Questions and Answers 2026
Aircraft Design/Characteristics: Cockpit illumination, instrument
location, accessibility of switches, seat comfort, noise level,
vibration.
Flight Conditions: IMC & night flying imposes stress.
Physiological (self-Imposed) Stressors -
correct answer ✅Although crew members often have limited
control over many aspects of aviation-related stress, they can exert
significant control over self-imposed stress.
Physiological (Self-Imposed) Stressors -
correct answer ✅DEATH
Drugs (CO-PASS)
- Self Medication
- Predictable Side Effects
- Overdose Problems
- Allergic Reactions
