The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposes stringent mental health regulations on pilots, which many view as outdated. Pilots who need antidepressants are restricted to a small list of approved medications and are required to take a six-month leave from flying. This raises concerns as common mental health diagnoses, such as anxiety or depression, may lead to reviews that could ground pilots. While these rules aim to ensure public safety, they inadvertently pressure pilots to conceal mental health issues, as openly discussing them could endanger their careers.
Pilots must prove to the Federal Aviation Administration that they're physically and mentally fit, but the regulations surrounding mental health are outdated and complicated.
Pilots on antidepressants face strict rules, including limited medication options and mandatory leave, which may discourage them from seeking help for mental health issues.
Collection
[
|
...
]