Breathing Aid?

[donnlass]

A 20-year-old US student, en route to becoming the youngest person in history to fly solo around the world, is making his first stop in the UK after crossing the pond.

Young Pilot Attempts Solo World Flight Record


Hi everyone, I was just wondering what this young pilot is wearing under his nose, thanks in advance

[BOAC]

I suspect he is older than he says and is simply hiding his WWII handlebar 'tasche?

[ericlday]

Where in 'London' does he propose to land ?

[PAXboy]

Given the clear plastic pipe that is attached to a ceiling unit behind him, it appears to be dribbling oxygen.

This would be more comfortable than a full mask and should ensure that he does not become hypoxic, or affected by fumes he cannot smell.

[dixi188]

It is an oxygen mask of sorts.

The Mooney has a service ceiling of 20,000ft so oxygen will be required to fly above 10,000ft for prolonged periods.

[BOAC]

You just need to remember to breathe through your nose as much as possible.

[DaveReidUK]

Where in 'London' does he propose to land ?

Wherever it was, it landed there just after 18:50 local time this evening.

Possibly Farnborough or Biggin Hill ?

[donnlass]

Thanks lots for the answers, certainly looks a more comfortable setup and would allow better all round vision as well, so vital in a smaller aircraft.

[DaveReidUK]

Possibly Farnborough or Biggin Hill ?

It was Biggin Hill.

Clip of him arriving there yesterday evening: With help from mom, 20-year-old flies solo around world - Video on TODAY.com (0:24-0:28).

I don't think he has departed yet.

[DaveReidUK]

I don't think he has departed yet.

Took off at 16:25 LT yesterday afternoon (13th), bound for Rome.