Dr. Thomas Jetser
Appearances
Radio Atlantic
Why Pilots Don't Get Therapy
I think you have to understand that the FAA is, from their perspective, is interested in helping people fly as long as they're safe for themselves and the public. And they intend to get as many people flying as they can safely.
Radio Atlantic
Why Pilots Don't Get Therapy
Some of these pilots I've seen for 35, 40 years. Every six months for that long, yeah. Right. It's kind of like a barbershop. They really get their full records to make sure that things are appropriately reported and assessed and documented for the FAA. If you have a problem, they want to make sure that you're well enough managed that you're not going to be a safety risk to yourself or the public.
Radio Atlantic
Why Pilots Don't Get Therapy
For doctors, I mean, there's a questionnaire you fill out, you know, every year when you reapply for your medical license that you have to determine whether you have any medical conditions.
Radio Atlantic
Why Pilots Don't Get Therapy
Well, you're right. There's not as close an observation review of the doctors every six months or a year. There is for nuclear operators. You don't have it for police or firefighters.