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15. That makes sense. Even though the crew area is the only part pressurised

Reply to muriel_volestrangler (Reply #14)

Tue Mar 24, 2026, 05:19 PM

Mar 24

obviously that can leak. One hopes it wasn't a major failure of the structure -- I.e. a big gaping hole. But they evidently got on the ground safely.

If they were circling at 10,000 feet, that means they probably did an emergency descent to 10,000. You must use oxygen above 12,500. They would want to get to 10,000 which is a safe flight for aviating (keeping all landing options open) while not having to wear the masks.

I'm not sure but I don't think the 7700 call is the same as a "Mayday" or "Panpan". I think 7700 indicates a problem they need time to assess before declaring a full emergency.

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