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Safety and mental health: aviation’s newest crisis

The now-ousted chief executive officer (CEO) of Boeing, Dennis Muilenburg, told CNBC in June 2019 that a global pilot shortage was “one of … See more

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Aviation psychologist: Pilots' mental health is still taboo

WEBAviation psychologist: Mental health is still a sensitive issue for most pilots. Aviation is an incredibly exciting yet particularly demanding field. The knowledge of …

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Pilots’ mental health: a year of crisis

WEBIn mid-2020, as the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic was steadily increasing, we caught a glimpse of another impending crisis: pilots’ mental health. …

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Mental Health: a conversation among aviators

WEBStigma and fear surround mental health, particularly in aviation where pilots can be hesitant to disclose stress, anxiety, low mood and depression lest they lose their …

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Barriers to talking about our wellbeing and mental health

WEBAt Resilient Pilot, we are passionate about breaking down the stigma surrounding wellbeing and mental health, particularly across the aviation industry, …

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Is the mental health of Pilots improving in the post

WEBIn aviation, mental health and well-being are directly tied to safety. Pilots bear an enormous responsibility as passenger lives depend on the pilots who are flying …

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From Stewardess to Flight attendant: how the role evolved

WEBIn the late 1930s, attitudes towards the role of air steward dramatically altered. While the aviation industry was dominated by male crew members, the …

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Unruly passengers: is the spike in cases affecting the well

WEB2021-12-30. An online survey by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA-CWA) revealed that 85% of flight attendants dealt with unruly passengers in the US …

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Joanne Geraghty becomes first female US airline CEO

WEBTaking up her new role at the carrier on February 12, 2024, Geraghty becomes the first woman to lead a major US airline in history. Robin Hayes, the current …

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No joking matter: EasyJet suspends pilot on mental health concern

WEBEasyJet has suspended a pilot from duty after his messages, shared with friends on social media, raised questions about the person’s mental well-being. The …

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How safe is flying today

WEBAirlines around the world adhere to these standards, ensuring a consistent level of safety, regardless of the destination. In 2022, there were fewer accidents …

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Who are US air marshals and how do they work

WEBAir marshals (also known as sky marshals or flight marshals) is a special division of undercover armed law enforcement officers who make sure that every flight …

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A guide to understanding medical repatriation on commercial flights

WEBMedical repatriation on commercial flights is a common practice in the global healthcare and aero-medical industry, managing director at the European Aero-Medical …

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A guide to catching red-eye flights: pros, cons, and tips

WEBThe main health risks associated with red-eye flights include fatigue, jet lag, and dehydration. Travellers should take steps to minimize these risks, such as staying …

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Is Pilot Career A Good Option

WEBPilot Career Cons. Nevertheless, you got to take in the bad things with the good. You need a deep bank account. While you will earn a lot of money as an airline …

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Lawsuits claim toxic chemicals at Boeing cause birth defects

WEBA November 2022 report by law firm Waters, Kraus and Paul attest that Boeing has known that chemicals in its workplace could cause birth defects, stillbirths, …

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How MROs have risen to the challenges posed by the pandemic

WEBAs with many companies across the world, MROs have faced daunting challenges during the pandemic. Here, AeroTime investigates how the MRO industry …

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Three stories that highlight aviation’s essential role in organ

WEBCrashing heart. On November 9, 2020, an AgustaWestland AW109 helicopter belonging to Prime Healthcare Air transportation, had been transporting a …

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Kenya Airways suspends flights to Kinshasa after staff detained

WEBKenya Airways (KQ) has suspended its flights to Kinshasa effective April 30, 2024, citing the continued detention of its employees by the Congolese military in …

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