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Title: Survival at Altitude for Heavy and Very Heavy Bomber Crews
Original Publication: United States: 2nd Air Force Altitude Indoctrination Unit.
Note: "Restricted."
Credits: Kenneth R. Black, Sue Clark and Roger Frank
Summary: "Survival at Altitude for Heavy and Very Heavy Bomber Crews" is a technical manual likely authored by military experts during the mid-20th century, specifically around the time of World War II. This publication provides vital information on the use of oxygen equipment for crews operating the B-17, B-24, and B-29 bombers at high altitudes, where the atmospheric pressure and oxygen levels can be dangerously low. The focus of the book centers on practical guidance for ensuring crew safety through proper oxygen usage and equipment maintenance during combat missions. The content of the book elaborates on the critical need for oxygen at altitudes above 10,000 feet and highlights the hazards associated with oxygen deprivation, which can lead to serious cognitive and physical impairments. It details various oxygen systems used in the aircraft, including technical instructions for equipment use, optimal mask fitting, and the importance of oxygen discipline among crew members. The manual also outlines emergency protocols for situations like rapid decompression and emphasizes the need for continuous training and drills to effectively handle potential emergencies related to oxygen supply and usage while airborne. Overall, the book serves as a crucial resource for bomber crews to understand the life-saving equipment required for high-altitude flight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Summary: A source of general reference concerning oxygen equipment and its use by members of crews flying the B-17, B-24 heavy bomber, and the B-29 combat bomber. The subject matter is presented from a practical point of view, based upon actual experiences encountered on altitude missions.
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Creator: United States. Army Air Forces. Air Force, 2nd. Altitude Indoctrination Unit
EBook No.: 66809
Published: Nov 24, 2021
Downloads: 268
Language: English
Subject: United States. Army Air Forces -- Equipment -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Airplanes -- Oxygen equipment -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Bombers -- Equipment -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Breathing apparatus -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Soldiers -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Aeronautics -- Safety measures
Subject: B-17 bomber
Subject: B-24 (Bomber)
Subject: B-29 (Bomber)
LoCC: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
LoCC: Military science: Military engineering
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Survival at Altitude for Heavy and Very Heavy Bomber Crews
Original Publication: United States: 2nd Air Force Altitude Indoctrination Unit.
Note: "Restricted."
Credits: Kenneth R. Black, Sue Clark and Roger Frank
Summary: "Survival at Altitude for Heavy and Very Heavy Bomber Crews" is a technical manual likely authored by military experts during the mid-20th century, specifically around the time of World War II. This publication provides vital information on the use of oxygen equipment for crews operating the B-17, B-24, and B-29 bombers at high altitudes, where the atmospheric pressure and oxygen levels can be dangerously low. The focus of the book centers on practical guidance for ensuring crew safety through proper oxygen usage and equipment maintenance during combat missions. The content of the book elaborates on the critical need for oxygen at altitudes above 10,000 feet and highlights the hazards associated with oxygen deprivation, which can lead to serious cognitive and physical impairments. It details various oxygen systems used in the aircraft, including technical instructions for equipment use, optimal mask fitting, and the importance of oxygen discipline among crew members. The manual also outlines emergency protocols for situations like rapid decompression and emphasizes the need for continuous training and drills to effectively handle potential emergencies related to oxygen supply and usage while airborne. Overall, the book serves as a crucial resource for bomber crews to understand the life-saving equipment required for high-altitude flight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Summary: A source of general reference concerning oxygen equipment and its use by members of crews flying the B-17, B-24 heavy bomber, and the B-29 combat bomber. The subject matter is presented from a practical point of view, based upon actual experiences encountered on altitude missions.
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Creator: United States. Army Air Forces. Air Force, 2nd. Altitude Indoctrination Unit
EBook No.: 66809
Published: Nov 24, 2021
Downloads: 268
Language: English
Subject: United States. Army Air Forces -- Equipment -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Airplanes -- Oxygen equipment -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Bombers -- Equipment -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Breathing apparatus -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Soldiers -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Subject: Aeronautics -- Safety measures
Subject: B-17 bomber
Subject: B-24 (Bomber)
Subject: B-29 (Bomber)
LoCC: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
LoCC: Military science: Military engineering
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.