US Air Force updated mental health rules, reducing return-to-duty waiting period post treatment.

The US Air Force updated its mental health rules, allowing airmen to receive treatment for 60 days before obtaining a return-to-duty waiver. This removes the mandatory waiting period that previously kept aviators grounded longer after seeking help. The changes aim to encourage more airmen to seek help without fear of career consequences. The policy revisions were proposed by the Air Mobility Command's "Warrior Mental Health" working group.

May 03, 2024
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