Aerospace physiology conducts pilot refresher training
Maj. David Orneles, a 93rd Air Refueling Squadron pilot, accomplishes his refresher physiology training with the Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device while flying the Hypoxia Familiarization Trainer at the 92nd Medical Group Aerospace Physiology facility at Fairchild Air Force Base, Wash., Feb. 19, 2014. During this hands-on exercise, Orneles’ training includes identifying symptoms of hypoxia while performing the duties of a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot at a breathing altitude of 25,000 feet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Scott King/Released)