Title:
High Altitude Survival -The History Science and Design of Flight Suits
Topic:
Flight Innovation and Design of Pilot Gear and Equipment and the Design Process of Keeping Pilots Safe at Different Altitudes
Speaker(s):
Chris Lund, Dr. Shane E. Jacobs
Brief Description:
Join EAA Chapter 1454 and the Fitchburg Pilot’s Association for an exclusive presentation by Dr. Shane E. Jacobs, Chief Technologist at the David Clark Company.
From pioneering early 1940s anti-G suits to engineering the latest full-pressure suits for NASA’s Artemis astronauts, the David Clark Company has led life-support innovation for over 80 years. Dr. Jacobs will dive into the intense physiological challenges of moderate to high-altitude flight and the engineering innovations required to keep pilots alive.
Select Number:
EA61145958
Location of Seminar:
FPA Aviation Center
563 Crawford Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Directions to Venue:
Location: FPA Aviation Center, 563 Crawford Street, Fitchburg, MA
Follow Signs upon arrival.
Parking available on ramp for fly in particpants.
Fly-in Seminar?:
Yes KFIT
Seating:
50
seats at the facility,
44
remaining for online registration.
Registration Information:
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
What You Will Learn
- Human Limits: How altitude, hypoxia, and G-forces impact your body and decision-making
- The Design Dilemma: How engineers balance life-saving pressure with the mobility needed to fly
- Evolution of Flight Gear: The tech journey from early fighter pilot gear to modern spacesuits
- GA Relevance: How high-altitude physiology principles apply directly to general aviation safety
Presentation Highlights
- Expert Insights: Direct access to a leading aerospace life-support innovator
- Interactive Q&A: Get answers to your technical flight gear and physiology questions
- Show & Tell: Get hands-on with actual high-altitude suits and specialized aerospace components
Equal Access Information:
The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the “Contact Information” area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.
Credit Applicability:
1 Credit for Basic Knowledge Topic 3
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
Safety Promotion Outreach for Pilots
Additional Event Documents:
