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I don't know how accurate these numbers are but we keep hearing about it on the j/s and it's being hammered at the schoolhouse
At American Airlines, pilot suicides have seen a dramatic uptick since the airline declared bankruptcy in November of 2011. We have confirmed reports that there have been 18 attempted suicides and 9 suicides among American’s pilots in just ninety days as the company attempts to scrap all pay and work-rule agreements through the bankruptcy process. The flight attendants have lost close to 20 of their colleagues to suicide in the last year.
Exclusive! American Airlines Has Ignored Mental Health Crisis for Years | Jetiquette | The Sky Steward
I heard about that as well. I call bs. If anyone would commute suicide then it'll be regional FO's. No upgrade in sight, furloughed many times, never home, don't bring enough money home, wife/husband complaining, 100k in loans, did I miss anything??
But seriously, if you're really depressed, there are many ways to reach out. Family, friends, community, churches, etc...
Remember it's just a job. Most pilots I know are smart individuals that can succeed in other fields. A lot of people went through a career change to become a pilot, has the option to go back to their old careers.
We come on APC to vent and relieve stress. Or flame and entertain. Whatever works for ya.
We have AA pilots and FAs commuting suicide, JetBlue capt going nuts on flight, what the heck is going on? Let's keep an eye out for each other. Try not to throw your fellow colleague under the bus even thought you might move up a number. Help others, as I'm sure there will be times when you will need some help yourself.
Sermon over. Carry on
