How do fighter pilots handle G-force?

Fighter pilots handle g-force through specialized G-suits, physical conditioning, and anti-G straining maneuvers (AGSM). G-suits are pressure garments that inflate around the legs and abdomen during high-g maneuvers, preventing blood from pooling in the lower body. Pilots also perform the "hook maneuver" tensing leg and core muscles while controlling breathing—to maintain blood pressure in the brain. Extensive training builds tolerance and teaches recognition of early warning signs like tunnel vision.