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Originally Posted by fly8slep  Just wondering when does hypoxia set in and when is it a problem as far as jeopardizing your ability to fly? Is there a big difference of flying say 8k and 11K? You hear it's recommended to have oxygen above 10K but in the regs it says up to 12.5 it's ok not to have it. Are these just random numbers or has the FAA actually done their studies? Any clarification would be appreciated. |
I know from my own experience and having been in the altitude chamber 4 times that I get mild hypoxia at 10,001 feet! I personally would
never fly unpressurized above 10,000 without O2. JMHO, YMMV!
Kevin