noun
- a condition experienced by pilots during high positive G-forces where blood is forced away from the head, causing vision to become red-tinted or lost
Usage: aviation; medical
Examples
- The fighter pilot experienced redout during the sharp upward turn.
- Redout occurs when positive G-forces push blood toward the lower body.
- Training helps pilots recognize the early signs of redout.
- The aerobatic maneuver caused temporary redout in the cockpit.
- Modern G-suits help prevent redout during high-stress flight conditions.