Intoxication at High Altitudes.

[Dr. M.C. Diffin]

It is commonly observed that passengers consuming alcoholic drink on aircraft
become more intoxicated than they would at ground level.

I have always assumed that, given incomplete presurrisation, the effect is due
to a lower partial presssure of oxygen; 'light headedness' contributes to the
drunkenness.

Is this correct?

Please reply directly if possible.

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