Incompatibility of the M-1 Maneuver with U.S. Navy Tactical Aircraft Oxygen Systems.
Abstract
A spectrum of clinical symptoms consisting of grey-out, black-out, and G-induced loss of consciousness has been identified in pilots of high performance aircraft. The M-1 maneuver used in conjunction with reclined seats and inflated G-suit provides significant protection against these symptoms. Centrifuge-trained United States Navy tactical aircraft pilots have recently reported a decreased ability to perform the M-1 maneuver while using the MBU-12P oxygen mask and CRU-79/P oxygen regulator. This report reviewed the performance specifications of these devices and compared them with published pulmonary flow rates. We found this oxygen system to interfere with the performance of the M-1 and other anti-G maneuvers. Further research is needed to characterize pulmonary flow rates during the performance of the M-1 maneuver in order to make recommendations for breathing system standards aboard high performance aircraft.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1986
- Accession Number
- ADA183731
Entities
People
- J. T. White
- L. M. Morin
Organizations
- Naval Aerospace Medical Research Laboratory