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20000 Feet Safe for Some Fliers 8000 Fatal to Others
Major General G. O. Squier, Chief Signal Officer, outlines the air medical service's role in selecting and training flyers. He notes the shift from a nerve criterion to physiological, anatomical, and medical testing to ensure pilots can endure high altitudes and demanding tasks. The article discusses altitude tolerance, medical labs at Mitchel Field, and the threefold mission: selection, classification, and maintenance of pilot efficiency.
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Majon Caneral
OS AL
Myer
United States
Surgeon Generale Office
Air
Eldalm
Tgved
Aters
Carwuak
Air Medical Service
Air Medical Serviers
Army Air Service
Wie Fy
Agaban
Ying Fields
Minewla
Makfor Bhuttertas
Ione Tollare
Mimple Teate
Alervnews
Terre
Durie
Aelednen
Wiah Ptysien
Dedorianeton Cayil
Berne