Researchers examined differences in the time for small groups of airline pilots and test pilots to react to surprises in flight.
Airline pilots took nearly twice as long as test pilots to react to indications of unreliable airspeed, according to a small study of pilot responses to unexpected events.1
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Researchers say their system can eliminate misinterpretation and overcome weak transmissions.
Passenger briefings should emphasize the need to leave behind all carry-on items, the agency says.
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