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The aviation industry needs to do more in terms of addressing mental health issues and the wellbeing of employees within the sector.
That s according to Margie Burns, Managing Director of Aviation Selection Consultants and mental health and wellbeing company Flourishing.ie.
One of the worst-hit sectors since the pandemic has been air travel with the majority of flights being grounded over the last ten months.
Thousands of aviation personnel have lost their jobs or been furloughed since the coronavirus crisis began.
Speaking to
Down to Business with Bobby Kerr, Ms Burns said struggles with mental health among those in the industry, particularly pilots, was an issue before COVID-19.