Charles Lindbergh famously fell asleep while crossing the Atlantic, and despite strict federal rules against it, experienced airline pilots say it's not uncommon to sneak a nap inside the cockpit.
cockpitCould letting pilots take a nap make flying safer?Newsvine - business Sat, 10/24/2009 - 10:46
Charles Lindbergh famously fell asleep while crossing the Atlantic, and despite strict federal rules against it, experienced airline pilots say it's not uncommon to sneak a nap inside the cockpit. Pilot's death could renew debate over age limitNewsvine - business Fri, 06/19/2009 - 10:58
The death of the 60-year-old captain of a Continental Airlines jetliner as he flew 247 passengers across the Atlantic could spark a new debate over age limits in the cockpit. |