New rules aimed at keeping pilots awake

The government says airlines must do more to make sure pilots aren't too sleepy at the controls.  Updated work rules are aimed at stressing the need for rest between flights.  They also address the dangers of traveling through time zones.

               Flying High

The FAA says for safety sake,

Pilots need to stay awake;
They need to set, as primary goals,
Not to sleep at the controls.

Lack of rest is seen as the bane

Of those who operate a plane.
So they'll have new rules with which to strive
To get all passengers home alive.


©  2011  Jim Gordon