What should pilots do with life support equipment during a physiological incident?

In the event of a physiological incident, pilots are advised to leave life support equipment connected until they are met by medical personnel. This approach ensures that pilots receive the necessary support and monitoring that life support equipment can provide. Disconnecting the equipment prematurely could lead to further health complications or hinder the ability to assess the full extent of the physiological issues being experienced.

Retaining life support equipment allows for continuous assessment of vital signs and helps emergency personnel understand the situation more thoroughly upon arrival. Medical professionals can make better-informed decisions when they have access to the data provided by the equipment, which could be critical in addressing the pilot's health needs effectively.

In contrast, disconnecting equipment or removing it for comfort can jeopardize the pilot's safety and recovery by cutting off necessary monitoring and support. Furthermore, disposing of the equipment once on the ground would be premature and irresponsible, as it plays a vital role in the emergency response.