Chapter 17 Cabin Decompression Flashcards
1
Q
How is a rapid or explosive decompression noticed?
A
- loud bang and immediate misting
- loose items in aircraft will be ejected
- cabin altitude warning triggered
- oxygen masks automatically deployed
2
Q
What is the TUC at moderate activity for 22000, 30000ft, 35000ft and 40000ft?
A
22k = 5mins 30k = 45 seconds 35k = 30 seconds 40k = 18 seconds
3
Q
What’s are the actions when explosive decompressi9n occurs?
A
- don oxygen mask immediately
- rapidly descend to 10000ft or MEA/MORA whichever is higher
- follow procedures in ops manual
- declare emergency
- prepare for emergency landing
4
Q
What are the types of decompression?
A
Slow, insidious and explosive
