Aviation


UK pilots will suffer “burnout” if roster issues not addressed


The British Airline Pilots’ Association (BALPA) has warned that many UK pilots will suffer “burnout” because airlines are not doing enough to address fatiguing rosters.Burnout can result from pilots having to fly fatiguing rosters and perform standby duties year in, year out, and can seriously impact mental and physical wellbeing in the long-term, said Dr Rob Hunter, BALPA head of flight safety.