Which statement best describes the policy for fever and infectious symptoms in duty status?

• A. Not a concern if symptoms mild
• B. Only isolate if fever > 38.5 C
• C. You may continue flight after medication
• D. Flight duties should be deferred until medically cleared.

Answer: (D)

When fever or infectious symptoms are present, safety requires removing the person from duty and obtaining medical clearance before returning to flight duties. This protects both the crew and passengers from possible illness and ensures a proper medical assessment before resuming critical tasks.

The best answer reflects that policy because fever and infectious symptoms indicate a potential illness that could impair performance or spread to others. Simply continuing duty, isolating only at a specific fever threshold, or assuming mild symptoms are harmless does not account for the risk of contagion or for illnesses that can affect readiness even before high fever develops. Medications may reduce fever or symptoms but do not guarantee that a person is noncontagious or medically fit to fly.

So, flight duties should be deferred until medically cleared to ensure safety and proper evaluation by medical personnel.