COMM.VIII.B — Pressurization

Objective: Default Objective

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• CA.VIII.B.K2Physiological factors, to include:
  • CA.VIII.B.K2aa. Impairment
  • CA.VIII.B.K2bb. Symptoms of hypoxia
  • CA.VIII.B.K2cc. Time of useful consciousness (TUC)

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• CA.VIII.B.S1Operate the pressurization system, if equipment is installed.
• CA.VIII.B.S2Respond appropriately to simulated pressurization malfunctions, if equipment is installed.
• CA.VIII.B.S3Brief passengers on use of supplemental oxygen in the case of pressurization malfunction, if equipment is installed.