Why Pilots Don't Get Therapy
Radio Atlantic
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Navigating Mental Health in Aviation
This chapter explores the significant mental health challenges pilots face, particularly highlighting the struggles of one first officer with anxiety after long COVID. It examines the stigma surrounding mental health care in the aviation industry, including the fear of career repercussions that often prevents pilots from seeking help. The narrative also details the urgent need for improved mental health assessments following tragic incidents, stressing the importance of systemic reform to protect both pilots and passengers.
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