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USHST Develops Peer Program for Mental Health Support
USHST will connect pilots in need of mental health support with volunteer pilots and professionals
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The United States Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) has developed a Peer Pilot Program as the aviation community steps up efforts to assist professionals with mental health issues.

On the schedule for discussion during USHST’s all-hands meeting (to be held on the eve of Heli-Expo 2024), the program is designed to have volunteer pilots and others offer a confidential and safe place to other pilots in need of support. Pilots would connect with volunteer peers through USHST.