NATO Flight Medicine

NATO Flight Medicine focuses on the health and safety of military personnel involved in aviation operations. It involves understanding how flying affects the body, especially under extreme conditions like high altitudes or potential combat scenarios. This field ensures pilots and aircrew receive necessary medical support, training, and evaluation to maintain optimal performance. Flight medicine also encompasses emergency responses to in-flight medical issues, risk assessments, and developing guidelines for safe flying practices. Ultimately, it aims to enhance crew readiness and mission success while safeguarding the well-being of those in the air.