Hi Jake,

Thank you for your comment and for taking the time to share your experience. You make a great point about checking the muffler and heat exchanger. That’s why we wanted to get the word out there to pilots and mechanics about the hidden dangers in the exhaust system. Just taking a look inside can head off a potential incident or worse, a loss of life. It’s a good thing that your EMT friend spotted the symptoms and knew what was going on. We’re very happy to hear that everything turned out ok!

Be well, stay safe, and happy flying!

- FAA Safety Briefing Magazine Team