Symptoms from single or short-term exposures include:

AEROTOXIC SYNDROME neurotoxic symptoms: blurred or tunnel vision, nystagmus, disorientation, shaking and tremors, loss of balance and vertigo, seizures, loss of consciousness, parathesias; neuropsychological symptoms: memory impairment, headache, light-headedness, dizziness, confusion and feeling intoxicated; gastro-intestinal symptoms: nausea, vomiting; respiratory symptoms: cough, breathing difficulties (shortness of breath), tightness in chest, respiratory failure requiring oxygen; cardiovascular symptoms: increased heart rate and palpitations; irritation of eyes, nose and upper airways.

Neurotoxicity is a major flight safety concern. TREAT CONTAMINATED AIR EVENTS SERIOUSLY

TEXT EXTRACT FROM:

" Aircrew exposure to chemicals in aircraft: Symptoms of irritation and toxicity" C. Winder & J.C Balouet
The Journal of Occupational Health & Safety- Australia & New Zealand, Volume 17 # 5 October, 2001