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Old 30th Oct 2006, 10:51
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Ethnic differences in pilots

This is not a small minded racsist post, it is a honest question.

It is well documented that there are physical differences between different ethnic groups. Including physical performance.
Caucasian people in general have proved to be better at water sports (slympic swimming etc)
Black people are better sprinters (due to I think, bone structure and a higher percentage of white blood cells that give an immediate release of oxygen to the muscles).

There are many areas where ethnic background helps or impeads your ability to do something.

Does this also occur in flying? Can certain ethnic groups handle high G's better? Do they have better spatial or attitude awareness?