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Flying under pressure
38:10 - 47:12 (09:02)
Pilots face challenging problems in emergencies, having to think through multiple factors in real time while under stress, exemplified by Captain Sully's decision-making when he landed on the Hudson river.
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The flight performance of an airplane is based on its physics, which determines how slow or fast it can go and how many G-forces it can handle.
38:10 - 42:34 (04:24)
Airplanes
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The flight performance of an airplane is based on its physics, which determines how slow or fast it can go and how many G-forces it can handle. Modern airplanes with digital flight controls are forgiving and allow for some crazy maneuvers.
ChapterFlying under pressure
Episode#122 – David Fravor: UFOs, Aliens, Fighter Jets, and Aerospace Engineering
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Pilots must make quick decisions in high-stress situations, such as emergency landings.
42:34 - 47:12 (04:37)
Aviation
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Pilots must make quick decisions in high-stress situations, such as emergency landings. They must consider multiple factors, such as weather and hydraulic systems, all while under significant pressure.