Rapid Decompression

Definition

Sudden loss of cabin pressure due to structural failure or door seal breach at altitude. Fog forms instantly in the cabin, oxygen masks deploy automatically, and crew must initiate emergency descent immediately.

Related Terms

Emergency Descent

A rapid descent procedure used in the event of rapid decompression or smoke and ...

Hypoxia

A condition of insufficient oxygen reaching body tissues, causing impaired judgm...

Pressurization

The process of maintaining cabin altitude at a comfortable level while the aircr...

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