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How pilot fatigue is managed in Ireland

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Show Notes

Around half of European pilots say that they flew fatigued recently while three out of four have experienced “micro sleeps” while on duty. That is according to new research from the European Cockpit Association. Anton discussed these findings with Airport safety and Security Auditor Kevin Byrne.

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