Originally Posted by Varks

We are rapidly approaching the spring time when we seem to have an uptick in Pilots taking their own lives. Last spring we had 7 in a 90 day period (stated in human factors class). I know this forum may not be the place to air our troubles but how else will people know. Someone brought the subject up on another thread. APA and the AA are Trying but it isn’t helping enough. No one will give exact numbers but I know it is way more than people realize. We peaked at 32 (heard that number from someone who had a close friend take their own life) in one year when the morale was at its lowest around ten years ago. Awareness is the only way people will know or be on the look out for signs. I apologize if anyone is offended by me bringing this up. Something has to be done. Get help please. Call the wingman.