Originally Posted by ZapBrannigan

As the pandemic worsens again I've been rethinking what I do at work. Until now I've worn masks until the cockpit door was closed and then removed during flight. Put it on again upon arrival.

Every pro pilot has 2x/yr FAA medicals forever looming over their heads.

Yearly EKGs + the numerous reports of how Covid can damage your heart & lungs (& other organs) even if you aren’t hospitalized plus the science suggesting that 3 of the biggest dangers are:

1. close proximity (check),
2. time together (check) and
3. poor air circulation (sometimes yes/sometimes no)

Im thinking of trying to wear a mask inflight as well. If the kid at ChickFilA can do a whole shift wearing a mask, I should be able to do the same.

I hate even having a cold but even if I was one of the lucky asymptomatic ones I’d hate to give it to my wife ...or anyone else.

So does anyone have any suggestions for types of masks or manufacturers that are comfortable enough to wear for a 12-14 hour day, don't hinder communication and are easy to get off in the event the O2 needs to be quick donned?

Thanks in advance for your (hopefully respectful) thoughts.


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