Airline pilots hide mental health struggles to keep flying
Published on: Dec. 4, 2025, 7:42 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
A Delta pilot died by suicide, highlighting a culture of fear among commercial aviators who conceal mental health struggles, fearing license revocation. Pilots avoid seeking help due to strict regulations, lengthy reviews, and stigma, even when treatment could improve safety. Reforms are urged to protect pilots and expedite their return to duty.
