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Old 30th Sep 2013, 03:20
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RatherBeFlying
 
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Line pilots have been dying in the cockpit almost since when commercial aviation began.

The operative concern is the statistical risk x the risk the other pilot will not remain capable until landing. Food poisoning is the more serious concern as that can take out both crew.

A salad bar item prepared by somebody with improperly washed hands could do the job. EC O157:H7 takes less than 10 organisms to produce an serious infection.
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