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Report No: DOT/FAA/AM-80/4
Title and Subtitle: The current role of alcohol as a factor in civil aircraft accidents
Report Date: May 1980
Authors: Ryan LC, Mohler SR
Abstract: Ethyl alcohol continues as a serious adverse factor in general aviation flight safety. According to FAA figures, the level of alcohol-associated general aviation fatal accidents has remained relatively static at a 16% general level since 1969. A recent survey of the attitudes of pilots toward alcohol and flying reveals a lack of appreciation among one-third of the pilots concerning the adverse effects of alcohol and safe flight. A renewed pilot education program on alcohol and flight safety appears indicated.
Key Words: Alcohol, Aircraft, Accident
No. of Pages: 10
Civil Aerospace Medical Institute
Report No: DOT/FAA/AM-80/4
Title and Subtitle: The current role of alcohol as a factor in civil aircraft accidents
Report Date: May 1980
Authors: Ryan LC, Mohler SR
Abstract: Ethyl alcohol continues as a serious adverse factor in general aviation flight safety. According to FAA figures, the level of alcohol-associated general aviation fatal accidents has remained relatively static at a 16% general level since 1969. A recent survey of the attitudes of pilots toward alcohol and flying reveals a lack of appreciation among one-third of the pilots concerning the adverse effects of alcohol and safe flight. A renewed pilot education program on alcohol and flight safety appears indicated.
Key Words: Alcohol, Aircraft, Accident
No. of Pages: 10
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