PPL test failed - human factors kick in
My friend never did like stalls, spirals or other aerobatic manoeuvres, but this is ridiculous.
After successfully doing the manoeuvres part of his practical test he entered a CTR correctly, but felt seriously nauseous on short final. Just before the round-off he threw up and the instructor took control.
After he had paid the landing tax, my friend was told by the instructor that the test was over.
Just to add insult to injury, this exam took place exactly two years since he passed the theory, so he will have to resit all the theory exams as well as the practical test.
I can't help thinking that they could have done a few circuits and carried on the exam. Does anybody know what the guidelines are?
As a warning to future PPL candidates who get airsick, for goodness' sake talk about it with your instructor before the practical test, and take all permitted measures. Not airsickness pills, but at least breathing techniques and cockpit ventilation.