Scotland on Sunday - 80% of pilots admit flying while too tired - by Richard Gray

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80% of pilots admit flying while too tired - by Richard Gray

EIGHTY per cent of airline pilots flying within the UK and Europe admit to suffering tiredness that impairs their judgment, a disturbing new study has revealed. Short-haul pilots claim they are routinely asked to fly extra hours - which should be reserved for dealing with delays and emergencies - to meet packed airline schedules.

In the skies above the UK, an average of one "near miss" a month is now blamed on pilot fatigue, and concern is growing that mounting pressure on tired aircrew could lead to tragedy.