Crew Rest Rules Prompt Legal Challenge
Credit: GEORGE HAMLIN
Airlines are taking advantage of extended aircraft ranges to open up new city pairs, but these ultra-long-range flights are spurring fresh debate over pilot fatigue. A legal battle is looming as airlines try to block crew rest rules that the FAA believes are necessary for flights longer than 16 hr...
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