"Pain and suffering are always inevitable for a large intelligence and a deep heart."
Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Crime and Punishment


The topic of mental health in aviation has come up again on social media. From a thread that started on Facebook, I discuss some of the ideas and overall themes that have been shared on the topic recently; some of them show a disturbing trend in the fact that many do not feel that they can be transparent about their mental (or physical) health to their employers. I also discuss things like the FAA's SSRI MOU which applies to anti-depressant medication, the profound benefits of sleep that many people in shift-work related fields neglect (as referenced to Dr. Matthew Walker), and the patient/doctor relationship with respect to your aviation medical. Also, Oshkosh! I'll be reporting on the famous EAA Airventure Fly-In all week, so stay tuned!

Aviation & Mental Health: Drugs, Sleep, and Community

Modern, engaging, and unique, Aviation LO Down is the official podcast of David Lombardo, also known by his operating initials, LO. Full of the passion, humor, and the famous improvisational style found on many of his past social media projects, Aviation LO Down features fascinating interviews and soundbites from across the industry in an exciting and energy-fueled format anyone can enjoy. A podcast that explores not just flying, but the art and science of what makes people in aviation tick. Whether it's a teen flight student playing a flight simulator, an air traffic controller working at an understaffed facility, a flight attendant on her 7th flight of the day, or a 25,000-hour airline captain on the brink of retirement, there really is something for everyone on the Aviation LO Down. Welcome aboard!

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In this edition, I discuss some of the big issues that are going on, including Flight Simulator 2020, an update on mask mandates, and more furloughs and WARN notices in the industry. Don't miss this one! Sponsored by iFlyGPS.com




Flight Sim 2020, Incredible Graphics Cards, and more Furloughs!

WARN notices went out to literally hundreds of thousands of people over the past week, many of whom work in the aviation industry. What does this mean for the future of the industry? Also, should face masks be mandated (part II), and a video that you should check out! 

Pilots In 2020: FURLOUGHED.

Wow. The coronavirus continues to spread at an absolutely insane rate throughout the United States. What is going to happen to aviation? Specifically, commercial aviation? Should masks be required? Should counties let planes fly? And finally: check out the FAA's ATC facility coronavirus map!

Aviation SHUT DOWN AGAIN. Coronavirus?

Absolutely insane audio of a pilot telling a Las Vegas controller she is WRONG when telling him to vacate the Class B airspace! What could have gone wrong here?! Also, a discussion on the pandemic and it's affects on decision making and mood, the FAA's 'From The Flight Deck' series, and some throwbacks from a box I found in my basement. 

Pilot on the radio: "You're an as*hole"

Known for his entertaining, educational, well-produced, and downright fascinating videos, 74gear (Kelsey) has shown the world just how exciting it can be flying the 747; and it's bigger, more rare cousin, the Dreamlifter. Join me, LO, as I sit down with 74gear via Skype on the other side of the plane. We talk about his YouTube channel, his life flying around the world, his expansion into more social media, and a well known and controversial debate currently raging online involving intellectual property of plane spotters and "repost pages" on Instagram!

Aviation & Mental Health: Drugs, Sleep, and Community

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