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• Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledgep. 17-13
  Chapter 17: Aeromedical Factors › Ground Lighting Illusions › Fatigue

  Fatigue Fatigue is frequently associated with pilot error. Some of the effects of fatigue include degradation of attention and concentration, impaired coordination, and decreased ability to communicate. These factors seriously influence the ability to make effective decisions. Physical fatigue results ... sleep loss, exercise, or physical work. Factors such as stress and prolonged performance of cognitive work result in mental fatigue. Like stress, fatigue falls into two broad categories: acute and chronic. Acute fatigue is short term and is a normal…

• Risk Management Handbookp. 3-5
  Chapter 3: Identifying Hazards & Associated Risks › Pilot Hazards › Aeromedical

  consumption (dehydration, hangover, and headaches, etc.) may trigger a “P” hazard for longer than eight hours after consumption. 11827 • Fatigue–How alert is the pilot? Fatigue may result from insufficient sleep. However, sufficient sleep only corrects acute fatigue. Chronic fatigue ... involve multiple factors and requires additional analysis and remedy. Fatigue can be intensified by hypoxia as well as emotional state. While fatigued pilots have fallen asleep while flying, the effects of fatigue may be subtle. For example, fatigue may degrade…

• Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledgep. 17-25
  Chapter 17: Aeromedical Factors › Vision in Flight › Self-Imposed Stress

  Self-Imposed Stress Night flight can be more fatiguing and stressful than day flight, and many self- imposed stressors can limit night vision. Pilots can control this type of stress by knowing the factors that can cause self-imposed stressors ... examiner (AME) or flight surgeon as to which drugs are appropriate to take while flying. Exhaustion Pilots who become fatigued during a night flight will not be mentally alert and will respond more slowly to situations requiring immediate action. Exhausted…

• Aeronautical Information Manualp. 8-1-2
  Chapter 8. Medical Facts for Pilots › Section 1. Fitness for Flight › 8-1-1. Fitness For Flight

  Fatigue continues to be one of the most treacherous hazards to flight safety, as it may not be apparent to a pilot until serious errors are made. Fatigue is best described as either acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term ... normal occurrence of everyday living, acute fatigue is the tiredness felt after long periods of physical and mental strain, including strenuous muscular effort, immobility, heavy mental workload, strong emotional pressure, monotony, and lack of sleep. Consequently, coordination and alertness…

• Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledgep. 17-13
  Chapter 17: Aeromedical Factors › Ground Lighting Illusions › Exposure to Chemicals

  Sometimes chronic fatigue even creates stomach or intestinal problems and generalized aches and pains throughout the body. When the condition becomes serious enough, it leads to emotional illness. If suffering from acute fatigue, stay on the ground. If fatigue occurs ... amount of training or experience can overcome the detrimental effects. Getting adequate rest is the only way to prevent fatigue from occurring. Avoid flying without a full night’s rest, after working excessive hours, or after an especially exhausting…

• Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - Generalp. 14-16
  Chapter 14: Human Factors › The “Dirty Dozen” › Fatigue

  Fatigue Fatigue is a major human factor that has contributed to many maintenance errors resulting in accidents. [Figure 14-23] Fatigue can be mental or physical in nature. Emotional fatigue also exists and affects mental and physical performance. A person ... said to be fatigued when a reduction or impairment in any of the following occurs: cognitive ability, decision-making, reaction time, coordination, speed, strength, or balance. Fatigue reduces alertness and often reduces a person’s ability to focus…