Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) Practice Test

Which statement best describes recommended high altitude training for aviation crewmembers?

1. Crewmembers flying below 25,000 feet MSL should receive familiarization training

2. Crewmember training should be included with initial or transition training for flights above 25,000 feet MSL

3. Crewmembers with military service as SIC do not need further training

4. Crewmembers acting as PIC and SIC must receive training

The correct answer is: Crewmember training should be included with initial or transition training for flights above 25,000 feet MSL

The selected answer is the most accurate because it recognizes the specific training and safety needs associated with operating flights at higher altitudes. Flight operations above 25,000 feet mean that crew members are likely to encounter unique physiological challenges due to lower cabin pressures and decreased oxygen levels. This necessitates specialized training that prepares them to recognize and respond effectively to potential hypoxia or other altitude-related issues. By integrating this training into the initial or transition phases for crewmembers, it ensures they are adequately informed and capable of handling the specific requirements that come with high altitude operations. This structured approach enhances safety and operational efficiency for flights where altitude-related stressors are considerably greater than those experienced at lower altitudes. In contrast, the other options fail to encompass the comprehensive training needs required for high altitude operations. Especially, saying that familiarization training is sufficient for lower flight levels or implying military service negates the need for additional training does not align with established safety protocols for aviation crewmembers.