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Aeromedical factorsQuestion 891 of 934

A pilot has a hangover. What does the handbook say about the pilot's condition?

  1. The pilot is still under the influence, and impairment is present
  2. The pilot is fully fit to fly if the pilot feels normal after a meal
  3. The pilot is fit to fly after only four hours of sleep
  4. The pilot is fit to fly after drinking coffee
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Correct answer: The pilot is still under the influence, and impairment is present

A pilot may think they function normally, but motor and mental response impairment remains.

Source: Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 17: Aeromedical Factors — Alcohol, page 437

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026