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aviation1 year ago

"Pilots' In-Flight Nap Raises Safety Concerns"

Two pilots aboard a Batik Air flight from Kendari to Jakarta fell asleep simultaneously, causing the plane to deviate from its route for approximately 28 minutes. The mishap occurred when the first pilot, who had requested rest, fell asleep and woke up nearly an hour later, offering the opportunity to rest to the second-in-command, who unintentionally fell asleep while still in control of the aircraft. The plane safely landed in Jakarta after corrective measures were taken, and the airline has temporarily suspended the two pilots involved while an investigation into the incident and the airline's night flight operations is underway.

aviation1 year ago

"Pilots' In-Flight Nap Raises Safety Concerns"

Two pilots aboard a Batik Air flight from Kendari to Jakarta fell asleep simultaneously, causing the plane to deviate from its route for approximately 28 minutes. The mishap occurred when the first pilot, who had requested rest, dozed off and woke up nearly an hour later, offering the opportunity to rest to the second-in-command, who also unintentionally fell asleep while still in control of the aircraft. The plane safely landed in Jakarta, and the airline has temporarily suspended the pilots involved while facing criticism and an investigation into its night flight operations.

aviation1 year ago

"Multiple Incidents of Pilots Falling Asleep Mid-Flight Raise Concerns"

Two pilots aboard a Batik Air flight from Kendari to Jakarta fell asleep simultaneously, causing the plane to deviate from its route for approximately 28 minutes. The first pilot had requested rest, which was granted, and upon waking up nearly an hour later, offered the same to the second-in-command, who declined but unintentionally fell asleep while still in control of the aircraft. The incident has prompted an investigation into the airline's night flight operations, and the two pilots involved have been temporarily suspended.

aviation1 year ago

"Indonesian Airliner Investigated for Pilots' In-Flight Nap"

Two pilots of a Batik Air flight from Kendari to Jakarta fell asleep simultaneously for 28 minutes, causing the plane to veer off course. The incident occurred when the pilot in command asked for rest, and both pilots ended up falling asleep. Despite the mishap, the flight landed safely in Jakarta with no injuries to the 153 passengers and four flight attendants. The report did not name the pilots but stated that they were both Indonesian and had passed health checks. The second in command had cited lack of proper rest due to caring for one-month-old twins and moving into a new home the day before the flight.

aviation1 year ago

"Multiple Incidents of Pilots Falling Asleep Mid-Flight Under Investigation"

Two pilots of an Indonesian Batik Air flight with over 150 people on board fell asleep during a January flight, leading to the plane veering off course. The incident report revealed that the pilots took turns napping, with the second-in-command pilot, a new father of month-old twins, experiencing degraded sleep quality due to family responsibilities. The pilots have been suspended, and the Safety Board has recommended measures to prevent such incidents, including developing detailed guidance and procedures for assessing pilot physical and mental conditions before flying.

aviation-safety1 year ago

"Indonesian Pilots Investigated for 28-Minute Cockpit Nap"

Indonesia's aviation authority is investigating how both pilots on a Batik Air flight carrying 153 passengers fell asleep, causing the plane to briefly veer off course before landing safely. The incident has raised concerns about the country's aviation safety record, particularly as Batik Air is owned by Lion Air Group, which has had several high-profile accidents in recent decades.

aviation1 year ago

"Sleeping Pilots: Indonesian A320 Flight Veers Off Course for 28 Minutes"

Indonesian authorities are launching an investigation after both pilots of a Batik Air flight from Kendari to Jakarta fell asleep simultaneously for 28 minutes, causing navigational errors. The flight, carrying 153 passengers and four flight attendants, landed safely with no injuries or damage to the aircraft. The pilots, a 32-year-old and a 28-year-old, had both experienced sleep deprivation, and the flight crews have been grounded pending further investigation. The transport ministry will review night flight operations and dispatch a flight inspector to investigate the incident and recommend safety measures.

aviation1 year ago

"Both A320 Pilots Fall Asleep for 28 Minutes During Flight: Investigation Underway"

The captain and copilot of a Batik Air A320 flight from Kendari to Jakarta fell asleep for 28 minutes during the flight, with both pilots taking turns napping while the other communicated with air traffic controllers. The incident was attributed to pilot fatigue, with the copilot not having rested sufficiently the night before. The airline stated it operates with an adequate rest policy and is committed to implementing safety recommendations, while the report made safety recommendations regarding checking pilots' physical and mental conditions and carrying out cockpit checks.

aviation-safety1 year ago

"Indonesian Pilots Investigated for Simultaneous 28-Minute Sleep on A320 Flight with 153 Passengers"

An investigation has revealed that two Indonesian pilots fell asleep for almost 30 minutes mid-flight, resulting in navigation errors during a Batik Air flight carrying 153 passengers and four flight attendants. The transport ministry has reprimanded Batik Air and called for a review of night flight operations in Indonesia. The pilots involved have been temporarily suspended, and the National Transportation Safety Committee has urged the airline to conduct regular cockpit checks and ensure adequate rest for aircrew.

aviation-safety1 year ago

"Both Pilots Fall Asleep for 28 Minutes During Indonesian Passenger Flight"

A Batik Air flight in Indonesia went off course after both the pilot and co-pilot fell asleep for nearly half an hour during a flight from South East Sulawesi to Jakarta. The incident, which occurred in January, resulted in the aircraft drifting off its planned path, but the plane landed safely with no harm to the 153 passengers and four flight attendants. The transport ministry has reprimanded Batik Air and launched an investigation, while the pilots involved have been temporarily suspended.

aviation1 year ago

"28-Minute Snooze: Pilots Fall Asleep on Batik Air A320 Flight"

Both pilots of a Batik Air Airbus A320 fell asleep at the same time during a domestic flight in Indonesia, leaving the aircraft unattended for up to 28 minutes. The incident occurred due to fatigue, with one pilot having permission to nap and the other unintentionally falling asleep. When discovered, the pilots falsely claimed they were experiencing radio issues. This highlights the potential risks of pilot fatigue and the need for improved crew scheduling and aviation safety measures.