Mental Health for Pilots & Aviation Workers
Commercial pilots, military pilots, private pilots, air traffic controllers. Real stats, specific resources, and guidance written for the particular culture of this profession — not generic advice.
Why mental health looks different here
FAA medical certification is the big issue. Historically, disclosing mental health treatment could ground you indefinitely. FAA has recently reformed (2024) — most SSRIs are now allowed with monitoring.
Profession-specific resources
Built for your job. Not generic EAP. These know the culture.
Most common issues in pilots
Based on prevalence data for this profession. Each links to a specific resource on Typical Male.
Licensure / fitness-for-duty — what's real and what's myth
FAA medical is the primary barrier. Work with an AME familiar with HIMS and the SSRI allowance protocol. Do NOT stop medication without consulting your AME — that creates bigger issues.
The PHQ-9 + GAD-7 screeners your doctor uses. Private. Printable for your appointment. Tracks over time.
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