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Old 7th Apr 2007, 22:27
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Crashnburn22
 
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We all learned in our ATPL's that at 40 000ft the air is 25% that of the surface, meaning you only have 25% of the protection from cosmic radiation. So yes, you definately are at more risk.

I know above 52 000 ft aircrew must wear a radiation badge and strict limits apply to how many hours they're allowed to fly over a period of time. Doesn't really help us though!!
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