Engine intake heater failure
2013-01-18
Months of planning are easily brought down by simple mistakes in the field. With a pressure altitude greater than 4500m, the low ppO2 means that wounds don't heal and brain function is impaired; no civilisation can live long-term at this altitude. Pre-planning and written notes are helpful for tasks which would be simple at sea level. Decision-making and out-of-the-box thinking can be slow and difficult. Photo courtesy of G.S.
