Regulations and Government
Carr: More Needs To Be Done To Dispel Mental Health Myths
FAA is combating pilot fears on seeking help
Susan Northrup and Doug Carr
Doug Carr of the NBAA discusses how the Federal Air Surgeon,Dr. Susan Northrup, has been trying to make headway on roadblocks to pilots seeking help for mental health issues. (Photos: FAA, NBAA)

The FAA is making strides in removing roadblocks for pilots struggling with mental health issues but work remains to dispel some of the myths associated with these issues, said Doug Carr, NBAA's senior v-p of safety, security, sustainability, and international operations.

Mental health is “one topic that permeates most of aviation,” Carr told AIN. In fact, the topic is being addressed today at NBAA-BACE as part of the association’s National Safety Forum with a session entitled “What’s on Your Mind, Literally? Mental Health and Wellness in Aviation.”

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