Charles E. Smith (aviation physician)

Charles E. Smith was an aviation physician known for his expertise in flight medicine and understanding how flying affects the human body. His work involved assessing pilots' health, developing safety standards, and researching physiological effects of aviation, such as decompression and hypoxia. Smith contributed to the development of medical protocols that ensure pilots are fit to fly, thus improving aviation safety. His insights helped shape policies for protecting aviators’ health during flight, especially in high-altitude and military contexts.