The present study measured Korean pilots' facial dimensions to design a pilot oxygen mask
which would fit Korean pilots, and compared Korean pilots' facial dimensions to Korean
male civilians and US male pilots' facial characteristics. The present study selected the 22
facial anthropometric dimensions related to oxygen mask design by referring to previous
studies. The facial dimensions of 366 Korean male and female pilots (including 52 female
cadets of the Korean Air Force Academy) were measured using Martin's anthropometer and …

Objective: The present study is to identify the facial features of Korean pilots for designing an
oxygen mask which is properly fit to Korean pilots. Background: It is important to design an
oxygen mask based on facial anthropometric data of pilots in terms of wearing comfort,
oxygen supply effectiveness, and safety. Method: Twenty two facial dimensions were
selected from a literature review and an expert panel discussion. The faces of 284 Korean
pilots and 52 female cadets were measured by the Martin's anthropometer and a 3D …