In the 3rd episode of the 4th season of Succession, a hit series transmitted by HBO, the sudden death of one of the main characters left fans in shock. Logan Roy, played by Brian Cox, died of a heart attack on the plane.
The Succession series brought up an important discussion. One of the leading causes of death on commercial flights is cardiac arrest. According to a study by the University of Cologne, Germany, approximately one thousand people die annually worldwide due to this health problem during commercial flights.
Medicine explains that people are more likely to have heart problems on flights. According to Agnaldo Piscopo, director of the Cardiovascular Emergencies Training Center at SOCESP (State Society of Cardiology), the aircraft environment is inhospitable and has less oxygen available.
“Normally, we breathe with 21%, while inside the aircraft it is 19%. The relative humidity of the air is around 20%, which makes the blood more viscous, in addition to the pressurization of the flight. These are factors that can trigger these problems, including a heart attack,” explains the doctor.
What happens when someone dies on the plane?
When a death occurs on a plane, as happened in Succession, the crew has to follow a series of procedures. If a doctor is on the flight, he is responsible for the patient.
If there is no specialist, passengers must maintain the maneuvers until the plane makes an emergency landing. Furthermore, it is important that everything is done discreetly to minimize the impact of the cause and to avoid creating panic on board.
The pilot’s decision to land the plane immediately after confirming the death of a passenger is a complex issue, involving several variables. According to Antônio José e Silva, pilot and president of the Aeronautical, Space and Airport Law Commission of the Federal Council of the OAB, it is important to consider technical, operational and legal factors before making a decision.
In addition, the pilot must inform the company and the airport authorities about the situation and inform how he will proceed. All of this is done with a view to ensuring the safety of everyone on board and avoiding unnecessary risks.
Who is responsible for a death inside the plane?
According to Brazilian and international legislation, pilots are responsible for keeping detailed records about flight operations in a document called a logbook. This document contains crucial aircraft information such as registration, flight hours, names of owners and operators, as well as details on aircraft performance.
In case of incidents or accidents, the pilot must make accurate notes about what happened to help with further investigations. This information can include anything from mechanical issues to information about passengers on board and actions taken in response to emergencies.
The logbook is an important tool in the investigation of air incidents and accidents and helps to ensure that safety is always the top priority in air transport.
Does Travel Insurance cover this fatality?
When traveling by plane, taking out travel insurance is one of the main precautionary measures to deal with emergency situations. However, the death of Logan Roy raises the question of whether travel insurance could cover an airplane fatality.
Generally, insurance covers medical, hospital and dental expenses in case of accidents or illnesses that occur during the trip. However, the moment when the travel insurance comes into effect depends on the contracted conditions. In general, coverage begins when the traveler departs from their country of origin.
In this case, if Logan Roy had taken out insurance on his trip to Sweden, with these conditions, his family would receive compensation from the contracted company. In addition, travel insurance could cover expenses arising from the situation, such as transporting the body and accompanying family members.
In the 3rd episode of the 4th season of Succession, a hit series transmitted by HBO, the sudden death of one of the main characters left fans in shock. Logan Roy, played by Brian Cox, died of a heart attack on the plane.
The Succession series brought up an important discussion. One of the leading causes of death on commercial flights is cardiac arrest. According to a study by the University of Cologne, Germany, approximately one thousand people die annually worldwide due to this health problem during commercial flights.
Medicine explains that people are more likely to have heart problems on flights. According to Agnaldo Piscopo, director of the Cardiovascular Emergencies Training Center at SOCESP (State Society of Cardiology), the aircraft environment is inhospitable and has less oxygen available.
“Normally, we breathe with 21%, while inside the aircraft it is 19%. The relative humidity of the air is around 20%, which makes the blood more viscous, in addition to the pressurization of the flight. These are factors that can trigger these problems, including a heart attack,” explains the doctor.
What happens when someone dies on the plane?
When a death occurs on a plane, as happened in Succession, the crew has to follow a series of procedures. If a doctor is on the flight, he is responsible for the patient.
If there is no specialist, passengers must maintain the maneuvers until the plane makes an emergency landing. Furthermore, it is important that everything is done discreetly to minimize the impact of the cause and to avoid creating panic on board.
The pilot’s decision to land the plane immediately after confirming the death of a passenger is a complex issue, involving several variables. According to Antônio José e Silva, pilot and president of the Aeronautical, Space and Airport Law Commission of the Federal Council of the OAB, it is important to consider technical, operational and legal factors before making a decision.
In addition, the pilot must inform the company and the airport authorities about the situation and inform how he will proceed. All of this is done with a view to ensuring the safety of everyone on board and avoiding unnecessary risks.
Who is responsible for a death inside the plane?
According to Brazilian and international legislation, pilots are responsible for keeping detailed records about flight operations in a document called a logbook. This document contains crucial aircraft information such as registration, flight hours, names of owners and operators, as well as details on aircraft performance.
In case of incidents or accidents, the pilot must make accurate notes about what happened to help with further investigations. This information can include anything from mechanical issues to information about passengers on board and actions taken in response to emergencies.
The logbook is an important tool in the investigation of air incidents and accidents and helps to ensure that safety is always the top priority in air transport.
Does Travel Insurance cover this fatality?
When traveling by plane, taking out travel insurance is one of the main precautionary measures to deal with emergency situations. However, the death of Logan Roy raises the question of whether travel insurance could cover an airplane fatality.
Generally, insurance covers medical, hospital and dental expenses in case of accidents or illnesses that occur during the trip. However, the moment when the travel insurance comes into effect depends on the contracted conditions. In general, coverage begins when the traveler departs from their country of origin.
In this case, if Logan Roy had taken out insurance on his trip to Sweden, with these conditions, his family would receive compensation from the contracted company. In addition, travel insurance could cover expenses arising from the situation, such as transporting the body and accompanying family members.
