Emergency descent mode

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AVN-000355",
  "term": "Emergency descent mode",
  "field": "Aviation and air traffic control",
  "definition": "This automated system senses conditions conducive to hypoxia (cabin depressurization). If an aircraft is equipped and the system is activated, it is designed to turn the aircraft up to 90 degrees, then descend to a lower altitude and level off, giving the pilot(s) time to recover.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Automated emergency descent"
  ],
  "references": [
    "FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/aviation/emergency-descent-mode/"
}