Commercial pilots operate large aircraft but are not immune to illness. Though rare, there have been incidents where pilots suffered health emergencies mid-flight, necessitating emergency landings. Most pilots prevent this by using the IMSAFE Checklist to evaluate their health before flights. This checklist covers illness, medication, stress, alcohol, fatigue, and emotion. Successful flight requires a medical certificate, ensuring pilots are physically and mentally fit, which they must renew every six to twelve months. Despite precautions, it's still possible for pilots to become ill onboard occasionally.
While pilots rarely get sick mid-flight, incidents do occur. Most pilots assess their fitness prior to flying using the FAA's IMSAFE Checklist to ensure they are healthy.
When a pilot feels unfit to fly due to illness, medication, or alcohol consumption, they must refrain from flying and notify their doctor.
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