Pilot fatigue is a constant threat to all aircrew. For a number of reasons, aviation is a tiring business and even well-rested pilots will find themselves fatigued from the physical and mental demands of flight operations.

Dr Joseph Kerwin was selected as a scientist-astronaut by NASA in 1965 and served as science pilot for the Skylab 2 mission from May to June in 1973. Learn more about this pioneer in space medicine.

The Anti-G Straining Maneuver (AGSM) is a technique that modern fighter pilots use to remain conscious despite being exposed to huge forces of gravity (G's). They are assisted by a G-suit among other protective measures discussed here.

Ear blocks, sinus squeezes and increased flatulence are all consequences of trapped gas expanding in the human body as one increases their altitude away from sea level.

In order to become a pilot, one must be medically cleared by completing a flying class physical exam. As expected the medical standards differ depending on the type of pilot or aircrew position that is pursued.

Discover the dangers of hypoxia in aviation, a silent threat at high altitudes affecting pilots' abilities. Learn about its symptoms, impact on aircraft operation, and crucial safety measures. This article offers vital insights for aviation enthusiasts and professionals.

Decompression Illness is a comprehensive term that includes both Decompression Sickness and Arterial Gas Embolism that occur when living organisms are exposed to hypobaric (low pressure) changes causing small gaseous bubbles to form in the blood vessels.

Explore the world of G-forces in aviation and their impact on pilots, from G-LOC to circulatory and respiratory strain. Delve into the science behind these powerful forces and the innovative techniques used in aerospace medicine.

What happens when you take a terrestrial bi-pedal animal like a human and put them in a quickly accelerating aircraft that adds an additional dimension to any possible motion? Well, you run the risk for sudden, incapacitating disorientation. This is Spatial Disorientation.