The issue of pilot fatigue has become a pressing concern in India, prompting significant attention from aviation authorities and industry players. SkyOne FZE, a key provider of aircraft leasing, asset trading, and simulator training services, is promoting the call for comprehensive measures to address this challenge. Pilots have expressed their worries regarding work-related stress and adherence to duty time regulations, leading the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to initiate a pilot fatigue data review to assess existing flight duty time regulations.

“The issue of pilot fatigue demands urgent intervention, with DGCA’s decision to conduct a review of pilot fatigue, the insights would help airlines as well as pilots. As the industry grows, it is very important that safety drives the policy changes – from pilot fatigue to MRO. Going beyond traditional scheduling-focused computational models, we can leverage personal health trackers to ensure fitness – there are many ways to ensure that pilots and the passengers are safe,” said Jaideep Mirchandani, Chairman of aviation conglomerate Sky One FZE to Indian local media.

“Such initiatives will contribute to providing timely breaks and leaves for pilots and the crew. Crew rostering solutions also enable pilots to specify lifestyle preferences, which are then automatically integrated into their flight schedules,” added Mirchandani.

He also emphasised the need for incorporating advanced fatigue management into the training module for pilots. “In addition to technology-based training, aspiring pilots should receive insights into the scientific reasons behind fatigue. Training about key indicators and guidance on developing effective fatigue management strategies for both themselves and the airlines,” he said.

Source: Sky One FZE