2022 December air traffic controller sleep incident highlights need for improved work scheduling and fatigue management.
An Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) investigation revealed that a Brisbane air traffic controller fell asleep during their shift after working multiple consecutive night shifts, leading to sleep debt. Found at 5:15 a.m. on December 20, 2022, the incident, which occurred during low air traffic with no negative consequences, highlighted the need for improved work scheduling and fatigue risk management. Airservices Australia responded by increasing staffing and enhancing fatigue training.
September 03, 2024
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