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Survey reports widespread fatigue experiences among European pilots

Last observed 2026-10-27 · Confidence 98%

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What happened

A Baines Simmons survey commissioned by the European Cockpit Association gathered responses from 7,198 pilots across 32 countries and reported frequent microsleeps, inadequate recovery time and concerns about fatigue reporting and extended duties.

Why it matters: The findings point to a potential gap between formal fatigue rules and pilots’ willingness to use reporting systems, with implications for safety management and operational resilience.

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Signals and related developments

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