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Air-Crew Wellness

Survival Flight Clinical Services. Air-Crew Wellness. Topics. Human Factors & Accidents. Weight Standards. Adequate Rest-Fatigue. Stress. Healthy Eating. Hydration. Exercise & Stress Relief. Human Factors & Accidents.

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Air-Crew Wellness

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  1. Survival Flight Clinical Services Air-Crew Wellness

  2. Topics • Human Factors & Accidents. • Weight Standards. • Adequate Rest-Fatigue. • Stress. • Healthy Eating. • Hydration. • Exercise & Stress Relief.

  3. Human Factors & Accidents • Most accidents are attributed to human factors and not aircraft mechanical problems. • Fatigue, sleep deprivation, drugs, alcohol, mental distraction, illness, stress, nutrition and hydration. • Ergonomics-personal size, reach, strength, dexterity. • CRM-Cockpit Resource Management • News Flash

  4. OBESITY • 22% of twentysomthings are obese, 30 pounds overweight • 64.5% of Adults are Overweight • 31% of Adults are Obese • 15% of Children are Obese • BMI Index • Overweight = 25+ • Obese = 30 to 39 • Severely Obese = 40+ • American Obesity Association

  5. Adequate Rest • Fatigue. • Sleep Deprivation - Cumulative • Circadian Rhythm • Most aircraft accidents happen between 2 and 6 am • FAA requirements - Pilots must have 10 hours off between duty. • Scheduling-Duration of duty/Rotation.

  6. Stress • Everyone’s stress is different. • Some people can handle more stress than others. • Some stress is good – Promotes peek performance in some, makes others freeze. • Continued stress raises cholesterol levels. • Aircraft noise-prolong exposure increases potential damage. • Aircraft vibration-Eng/Rotor • Find your way to relieve stress.

  7. Eating Healthy • Calories are calories but how we access them is key. • 1 Gram Carbohydrate = 4 Calories1 Gram Protein = 4 Calories1 Gram Fat = 9 Calories • Aerobically fit people burn fat or turn fat into glycogen/energy more easily than sedentary people. • Energy needs decline an estimated 5% / ten years. • Utilize carbohydrates for energy during exercise – easily turned into glycogen. • Utilize protein after exercise for muscle repair. • Obese, over 40, life expectancy shorter, same years lost as a smoker.

  8. Nutrition • Balanced nutrition is necessary for alertness. • The brain needs a steady fuel supply to operate. • Avoid simple carbohydrates that cause peaks of insulin release. • Consume complex carbohydrates and proteins for slow release.

  9. Hydration • Most headaches are caused by dehydration. • Very important to stay hydrated during flights, essential on multiple flights-decreased performance-inhibits body’s ability to keep cool. • Pressurized aircraft-remove 80% of moisture. • Decreases decision making ability. • Mental functions are the first to be affected.

  10. Hydration • Remember, caffeine is a diuretic. If you use caffeine, stay well hydrated. • The best indication is urine output. • Thirst is not a sensitive indicator of dehydration.

  11. Dehydration first affects: A. Coordination B. Thirst C. Mental function D. Appetite Mental function

  12. Exercise & Stress Relief • Exercise aids ability to sleep. • Speeds up metabolism for weight control. • Great stress relief: speeds up heart rate and makes muscles tired/fatigued. • Make time for yourself - Do what you like. • Play golf, go bowling, play with your dog.

  13. Overview Hydration Stress Relief Exercise YOU Weight Standards Eating Healthy Stress Adequate Rest Accidents

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