It’s a serious situation for pilots. If cabin depressurization occurs in an aircraft at high altitude, they have a short period of useful consciousness in which to put on their oxygen masks. Without supplemental oxygen, human cognitive and motor skills decline quickly,...

When something is taking off or being launched from the earth, you need to know every part is perfectly crafted, rigorously tested and completely ready. That’s one reason why the aerospace industry is known for its demanding quality requirements across the board.

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