who have either been suggested by their colleagues or volunteered themselves. They went through an organized peer selection process and finished an extensive 28-hour long Peer Training program. Each one of them was highly motivated to join the program and looks forward to contributing to pilots’ well-being personally. Below you can read who they are and why they decided to join the Pilot Peer Support Programme.
I believe that our general well-being and psychological condition directly reflect on our performance at work, CRM skills, overall mood, and even happiness in our life. I recognize the importance of the attention given to pilot mental health, which is why I am willing to join the Peer Support Program as a Peer.
I’m a pilot with nearly 30 years of experience in diverse cultural settings. Driven by a longstanding interest in psychological aspects of the job and mental well-being in aviation, I’ve joined as a pilot peer to offer support. Let’s navigate the skies together – addressing not only the technical aspects but also the emotional well-being of our aviation community, fostering resilience and safety.
I was attracted by the Peer Support Program simply because of its 3 magical words! The word “Peer” describes my extrovert social beliefs in connecting with others. The word “Support” describes my view in building give-and-take relationships with them. The word “Program” describes my attitude in troubleshooting any issue in a structured and systemic manner. Peer Support Program… it’s me!
I am here in Pilot Support program, because everyone may have their individual concerns or go through a change in life, such as illness, family difficulties, etc. No matter the cause of the challenges one is facing – a conversation with a pilot peer who is “in the same boat” can support or at least ease the tension.