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. 1975 Dec;51(602):848-50.
doi: 10.1136/pgmj.51.602.848.

Some problems of high speed travel

D C Reader

Some problems of high speed travel

D C Reader. Postgrad Med J. 1975 Dec.

Abstract

Some aspects of high speed flight are examined to investigate whether increase in speed implies any lowering of safety standards. The problem of circadian dysrhythmia is discussed and methods of attenuating its effects are explained and some new hypnotic drugs are mentioned. The risk of decompression has been quantified and predictions have been made for risks in commercial service. Cosmic radiation in supersonic aircraft is unlikely to limit commercial operation or significantly increase risks to passengers and crew. The supersonic boom is likely to limit the terrain over which supersonic aircraft can operate and regulations covering engine noise on the ground could restrict some flights.

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