What is the maximum force a human can withstand?


What is the maximum force a human can withstand? Most of us can withstand up to 4-6G. Fighter pilots can manage up to about 9G for a second or two. But sustained G-forces of even 6G would be fatal. Astronauts endure around 3G on lift-off, one G of which is Earth's own pull.


What does 1 g-force feel like?

A g-force is a measure of acceleration. 1G is the acceleration we feel due to the force of gravity. It's what keeps our feet firmly planted on the ground. Gravity is measured in metres per second squared, or m/s2.


Are fighter pilots cocky?

Most often fighter pilots aren't perceived as humble. I've frequently heard the terms “cocky” and “arrogant” instead. But the best fighter pilots, instructors, and leaders in the squadron had three identifiable traits: they were humble; they were approachable; and they were credible.


Has anyone ever gone 10gs?

While commercial flights exert only very minimal positive and negative G-forces on passengers, several orders of magnitude greater are the G-forces experienced by astronauts, fighter pilots and stunt pilots. These types of pilots can experience brief periods of extreme forces of nine and 10 Gs.


Can a pilot pull 10 gs?

While commercial flights exert only very minimal positive and negative G-forces on passengers, several orders of magnitude greater are the G-forces experienced by astronauts, fighter pilots and stunt pilots. These types of pilots can experience brief periods of extreme forces of nine and 10 Gs.