OB049: Medical Emergencies
It\u2019s Monday December 3, 2018.\xa0 Welcome back, everyone.\xa0 On today\u2019s show, we talk about pilot medical issues and keep chipping away at the feedback!
\u201cTango Mike, The Fire Truck Guy\u201d sent in some great audio feedback about controller\u2019s diagnosing pilot\u2019s with medical emergencies.\xa0 How do controllers train to recognize these events and more importantly, how do the controllers help the pilot\u2019s in need?\xa0 What happens when a pilot demonstrates diminished mental capacity or shows signs of hypoxia or possible intoxication?
Audio from a distressed/hypoxic pilot and interaction with ATC.
Audio from an incident involving a drunk pilot and ATC recognizing the problem and alerting authorities.\xa0 Great job, ATC!\xa0 The controllers were honored at the Archie League Awards banquet in September.\xa0 To learn more about the Archie League Awards, click here.\xa0
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