decompression Flashcards
1
Q
What height is the aircraft pressurised?
A
10,000ft
2
Q
When is the pressure system put on?
A
auto after take off
3
Q
When is the pressure system not put on
A
fault with system or FC error
4
Q
symptoms of non-pressurisation
A
tired and ears popping
5
Q
when do you get hypoxia
A
at 15,000ft
6
Q
When does the oxygen masks drop down?
A
14-15,000 ft
7
Q
what does euphoria mean?
A
false sense of wellbeing
8
Q
what are the heights vs useful consciousness in decomposition?
A
40,000ft= 18secs
35000ft= 30-50secs
30000ft= 1-2mins
9
Q
what must cabin crew check and do after FD makes PA after decompression is safe?
A
galleys, toilets, crew rest
First aid
check for fires/damage
update FSM on checks
10
Q
How much time goes by before you have to check on FD in a decompression
A
1 minute
