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ALPA adopts new pilot fatigue policy

Washington, USA - More relevance to natural circadian rhythms

The Air Line Pilots Association of America and Canada (ALPA) has adopted a new flight-time/duty-time and rest policy that is tailored to take into account the latest science on how pilots deal with fatigue and maintain maximum alertness. ALPA’s Executive Board unanimously approved the new flight-time/duty-time limits and minimum rest requirements policy on October 28 after thorough deliberation b...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1110874
Rome, Italy, 11/04/2009 13:48
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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