A report released this month by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) emphasizes the need for the FAA and airlines to enhance protections for pilots and crew members against natural radiation exposure during flights. The document, mandated by the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 and backed by the Transportation Department, recommends that the FAA categorize in-flight cosmic radiation as an "occupational hazard." Furthermore, it advocates for improved testing, monitoring, and educational resources for aircrew regarding radiation exposure.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT | FLYING Magazine