Human Factors in Aviation Safety Summary Pilots are considered to be people who need a high level of concentration in performing their duties. Fatigue is a factor that limits the capacity of pilots to work effectively and, therefore, may result in an occurrence of accidents. All the aviation stakeholders believe in establishing favorable conditions that will enhance airline safety. Commuting to and from the place of work is an issue of concern since it affects the resting time before duties. The National Research Council Committee has a mandate of establishing the various causes of fatigue to pilots. A detailed report should indicate the best possible suggestions on how to avoid fatigue. Introduction The National Research Council (U.S.) Committee produces a report on the causes of fatigue to pilots. The major concern is on commuting that seems to be a major contributing factor. Fatigued pilots are a high-security risk to the aviation industry. They always have the lives of millions of people in their hands since airline transport has become a common factor. Research presentation is to the relevant authority for reviewing after undergoing through a process that involves the relevant stakeholders in the industry. The committee members say that the aviation industry requires a lot of safety measures to prevent accidents are likely to occur as a result of human error. The research report is in line with the views and opinions of all members who are in participation. The conclusion is not final since the report comes out at a time when more studies, reviews, and analysis are still in progress. Methodology The research is done by taking a deeper study of the existing working conditions of pilots. The analysis touches on the average working hours of a pilot. An analysis is also made to see whether the pilots travel longer distances severally for long periods of time before taking a rest. The participants in the research comprise of the committee members who freely invite all the industry stakeholders like the pilots, passengers groups, and airline associations through an online platform. There are online questions that are awaiting responses that will include personal opinions. Results The committee has found out that pilots commute for at least two hours every day. Apart from commuting, long working hours, lack of enough rest and sleep will contribute to fatigue. Fatigue has a direct impact on the general performance of pilots. The pilots tend to develop low concentration and are unable to make well-informed decisions when a challenge occurs in the line of duty. Most airlines therefore advice their pilots to adapt the best hygienic sleeping patterns. Through such methods, there is enhancing of alertness and improving on the general work performance. Pilots tend to lose a good focus on work whenever they are tired. Conclusion Pilots should adopt healthy practices that will boost their ability to be very effective in doing their work. The aviation industry should formulate strategic policies that will ensure the pilot does not get too tired to duty or while handling the plane. The pilots should have sleeping places like hotels or homes that are nearby the airport. The physical activities done by pilots within the airport should not be too strenuous at any moment. All stakeholders in the aviation industry have a great role in enhancing airline safety. They should feel free to give their comments and opinions to those who are in charge of the industry. Reference National Academies Press (U.S.) (2011).Committee on the effects of commuting on pilot fatigue. Retrieved from