Reims-Cessna F406 Caravan II — Other Documents
5 other documents references for the Reims-Cessna F406 Caravan II.
This document is an AAIB (Air Accidents Investigation Branch) bulletin detailing a serious incident involving the Reims-Cessna F406 Caravan II, registration G-RVLW. The incident occurred on March 6, 2021, during a commercial cargo flight from Göteborg Landvetter Airport to East Midlands Airport. The pilot experienced symptoms of hypoxia at an altitude of 18,000 feet, which were resolved by switching oxygen supply bottles. The bulletin provides insights into the nature of hypoxia, the aircraft's oxygen system, and the operator's response to the incident, including training and procedural updates. It serves as a critical reference for pilots and operators regarding the importance of oxygen management at altitude and the recognition of hypoxia symptoms.
- Aircraft type: Reims-Cessna F406 Caravan II
- Service ceiling: 30,000 feet
- Oxygen bottle capacity: 682 liters
- Recommended oxygen flow at 18,000 feet: 0.6 liters/minute
- Pilot's oxygen flow setting: 1.0 liters/minute
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