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What is the purpose of ailerons on an airplane?
What is the purpose of ailerons on an airplane?
- To decrease the pressure and density of the atmosphere
- To maintain pressurization in the cabin
- To control movement around the longitudinal axis (correct)
- To increase the oxygen content in the air
Why is pressurization necessary in high altitude commercial airplanes?
Why is pressurization necessary in high altitude commercial airplanes?
- To provide sufficient oxygen for life (correct)
- To increase the pressure and density of the atmosphere
- To prevent the release of nitrogen bubbles into the blood
- To decrease the temperature of the air
What is the purpose of the Medical Services Dept. in relation to blood donation crew members?
What is the purpose of the Medical Services Dept. in relation to blood donation crew members?
- To undertake flying duties after crew members donate blood
- To perform blood donations for crew members
- To consult crew members before they donate blood
- To be informed about blood donations made by crew members (correct)