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As a direct result of the pressurization issues, the cabin became uninhabitable. Hypoxia, a condition caused by insufficient oxygen levels, took hold of both the pilots and passengers, leading to loss of consciousness. While the passengers would have experienced a brief period of consciousness after the oxygen masks deployed, the crew succumbed to the condition much more rapidly.
The Cabin Attendant’s Actions
Prodromou’s entry into the flight deck and his desperate, yet ineffective, attempts to call for help were documented. Even though he made several Mayday calls, his stress and hypoxia likely prevented him from successfully transmitting those messages. Unfortunately, the circumstances surrounding his arrival in the cockpit and efforts to stabilize the aircraft proved futile.