Aircraft cabin air quality

This document is primarily intended to address industry and government questions regarding the impacts of recent Congressional activity on the subject of air quality. Air conditioning system performance levels on currently operational aircraft are documented. The effects upon aircraft design and operation are addressed, along with rough estimates of the economic consequences of proposed requirements. In addition, a brief overview of the factors affecting the comfort of aircraft occupants is provided, along with some suggestions regarding steps which the industry might consider as a means of minimizing any discomfort encountered by the flying public.