Kick
Well Control
Influx of formation fluid — gas, oil, or saltwater — into the wellbore caused by insufficient mud weight. A kick you catch early is a well control event. A kick you miss is a blowout. Pit gain and flow show are the first warnings.
Well Control
Influx of formation fluid — gas, oil, or saltwater — into the wellbore caused by insufficient mud weight. A kick you catch early is a well control event. A kick you miss is a blowout. Pit gain and flow show are the first warnings.