Which set of signs suggests a crew member is losing situational awareness?

• A.Checking the map, battery, and surroundings on a regular scan
• B.Fixating on one display, missing radio calls, and being surprised by events that were developing in plain sight
• C.Asking the visual observer for an update on nearby traffic

Why

Fixation, missed communications, and confusion or surprise are classic signs that awareness of the overall situation has narrowed or been lost. Recognizing them early lets the crew pause, re-scan, and rebuild the picture.

Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 6 · ACS knowledge area: Crew Resource Management · From the Emergency Procedures & Human Factors practice bank (HUM-028).

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