05. How many g's are experienced during launch? What does it feel like to have this force on your body? Could this pressure harm us? What kind of damage can lift off do to our bodies? (A K2S Question)

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At the beginning of lift off you experience 2 g's, and then build to 3 g's during the end. Obviously, you feel heavy if you weigh three times your normal weight. Nonetheless, this pressure doesn't hurt or harm your body.

Answer provided by Lt. Col. USAF (Ret.) William G. Gregory


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