Fatigue among pilots is widespread

A recent survey of 7,200 pilots across 32 European countries revealed that nearly a quarter of the captains continued to fly even when they were too tired to perform their duties safely.

Fatigue is considered a safety risk

The level of fatigue reported by these pilots was described as incompatible with their responsibilities, raising concerns about flight safety and the effectiveness of current regulations.

Survey highlights regulatory challenges

The findings suggest that despite existing rules meant to prevent fatigued pilots from flying, enforcement or compliance may be lacking in some areas.

Pilots report high stress and long hours

Many pilots cited long working hours and high stress as contributing factors to their fatigue, indicating that the aviation industry may need to reassess workloads and rest requirements.