So, just read about that TAROM incident where the first officer collapsed mid-flight on a 737. Honestly, it's wild how fatigue is still such a huge issue in aviation. This guy hadn't slept the night before, and thought he could handle the flight from Amsterdam to Bucharest...but clearly that wasn't the case.
What's crazy is how he moved his seat back, knowing he might faint. Shows he was aware of how dangerous it could get. Imagine being the captain, suddenly dealing with everything solo on a flight that's supposed to be routine. The plane landed safely, but it was a full-blown emergency with medical teams waiting.
I'm wondering, how does this keep happening? Aren't there checks in place to prevent pilots from flying without proper rest? And how do airlines balance tight schedules with ensuring their crew is fit to fly? Would love to hear what you guys think about managing fatigue in the industry.
What's crazy is how he moved his seat back, knowing he might faint. Shows he was aware of how dangerous it could get. Imagine being the captain, suddenly dealing with everything solo on a flight that's supposed to be routine. The plane landed safely, but it was a full-blown emergency with medical teams waiting.
I'm wondering, how does this keep happening? Aren't there checks in place to prevent pilots from flying without proper rest? And how do airlines balance tight schedules with ensuring their crew is fit to fly? Would love to hear what you guys think about managing fatigue in the industry.