Describe effects of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.
Description should include the following concepts:
- Exhaust system failures in general aviation (GA) aircraft can result in CO exposure, which can result in pilot impairment and accidents.
- Research on detection and prevention of CO exposure in GA aircraft addresses the following objectives:
- To identify protocols to quickly alert users to the presence of excessive CO in the cabin
- To evaluate inspection methods and maintenance practices with respect to CO generation
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Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the symptoms of CO poisoning?