PPGS Lesson 14.3 | The Human Ear & Vestibular Disorientation

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In this lesson, Mike Thompson explains how the human ear affects balance, motion perception, and spatial awareness during flight. You’ll learn how the vestibular system can cause disorientation in certain flight conditions—and why even experienced pilots can feel airsick or confused when visual cues are limited.

Mike breaks down how vestibular disorientation occurs, the physiology behind motion sickness, and the head movements most likely to trigger spatial confusion. Understanding these sensations helps pilots maintain situational awareness and control during IMC or nighttime operations.

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📘 Video Chapters

0:00 – Introduction
0:43 – The Human Ear & Vestibular Disorientation
1:00 – What Is Vestibular Disorientation?
4:15 – Why Does Vestibular Disorientation Make Me Feel Sick?
5:41 – Do Pilots Get Airsick?
8:58 – Head Movements That Can Disorient a Pilot
10:00 – Summary and Review

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