Collegiate Peer Support and Beyond
April 17, 2024
The topic of mental health has been on my mind long before studying at the University of North Dakota. Attending an aviation college changed how I viewed it. I learned there were issues with...
Read MoreSky High Focus: The Power of Mindfulness Tools for Pilots
April 10, 2024
Navigating the skies has never been more challenging, and as pilots, we often findourselves facing increasing stress and demands. The aviation landscape is evolving,and so are the pressures on our well-being. Balancing less sleep,...
Read MoreNavigating Anxiety in the Cockpit: A guide for Pilots
April 03, 2024
Do you find your hands tightening in the cockpit, an urgent need for the bathroom before training, or moments of forgetfulness during routine flows and flight tasks? The overlooked issue of stress escalating into...
Read MoreBreaking the Culture of Silence: Mental Health in Aviation and Veterans' Struggles
March 27, 2024
I stand before you as Shannon Cruz, a highly decorated military veteran and pilot, sharing my experiences and insights on the critical issue of mental health in aviation.
Read MoreNTSB Chair urges reforming FAA mental health policies
January 31, 2024
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy called for a paradigm shift in the FAA.
Read MoreGenerations of pilots in my family have been affected
January 31, 2024
Emma Laczko lost her father and her uncle because of the deeply flawed aeromedical system.
Read MoreFAA rules are harming aviation students
January 12, 2024
Almost half of the students surveyed said the FAA's rules harmed their desire to seek mental health care.
Read MoreThe Punitive Paradox of VA Disability
January 01, 2024
The FAA's decision to revoke the pilot certificates of numerous veterans under the pretext of safety concerns has been met with intense criticism.
Read MorePMHC Responds to FAA's Nov 6. Mental Health Statement
November 06, 2023
On November 6th the Federal Air Surgeon made a public statement regarding the FAA's stance on pilot mental health. The statement is similar to both official and unofficial statements the agency has made in...
Read MoreThe Urgent Case for Mental Health Reform in Aviation
October 03, 2023
In recent years, the discourse around mental health has evolved substantially—except in the aviation sector. This post addresses the current situation and makes the case for urgent mental health reform in the FAA. A...
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