A podcast that aims at breaking the stigma of mental health in aviation; Talking about what many aviators are thinking or feeling but are unable to say out of fear.
Hosted and founded by Emma Laczko. A second generation instrument pilot, and creator of the aeromedical reform petition.
Co-Hosted by Maddie Miller, an aviation wellness expert, pilot wife and former airline employee.
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A podcast that aims at breaking the stigma of mental health in aviation; Talking about what many aviators are thinking or feeling but are unable to say out of fear.
Hosted and founded by Emma Laczko. A second generation instrument pilot, and creator of the aeromedical reform petition.
Co-Hosted by Maddie Miller, an aviation wellness expert, pilot wife and former airline employee.
#102 Zack Friedman: Navigating the FAAs SSRI SI pathway. Pilot Mental Health and reform advocate.
The Pilots Pandemic
52 minutes 27 seconds
1 year ago
#102 Zack Friedman: Navigating the FAAs SSRI SI pathway. Pilot Mental Health and reform advocate.
Our guest this week is Zack Friedman. Zack is an incredibly outspoken aeromedical reform advocate who we connected with on LinkedIn. In 2022 after seeking his medical for flight training he hit a road block for disclosing treatment for anxiety and acne. Zack has been waiting to get back in left seat for almost 2 years. On this episode he walks us through his experience so far, which highlights the many inconsistencies and flaws with the FAA aeromedical system and mental health policies. Listen now to hear more… If you or a loved one is struggling, help is available. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
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https://www.change.org/apilotspandemic
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The Pilots Pandemic
A podcast that aims at breaking the stigma of mental health in aviation; Talking about what many aviators are thinking or feeling but are unable to say out of fear.
Hosted and founded by Emma Laczko. A second generation instrument pilot, and creator of the aeromedical reform petition.
Co-Hosted by Maddie Miller, an aviation wellness expert, pilot wife and former airline employee.
