04/06/2026
AIPA Head of Government & Regulatory Affairs William Kerr and Senior In-House Lawyer Disha Mehta appeared before the Senate Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport Legislation Committee in Canberra to address a critical issue in aviation safety.
Long duty hours and commercial pressure create an environment where flight crew may feel compelled to operate despite fatigue — directly impacting decision-making and performance.
Protecting passengers starts with protecting pilots. That means clear rights, transparent frameworks, and an industry culture free from fear of retribution.