EASA and AESA’s Conference on
FRM - Fatigue Risk Management

• The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Spain’s Agencia Estatal de Seguridad Aérea (AESA) are collaborating to host a pivotal conference on Fatigue Risk Management (FRM) in Madrid, Spain, on February 4-5, 2025. This event aims to spotlight the critical issue of fatigue among aircrew and its implications for aviation safety.

• Fatigue in aviation refers to a state of physical and mental exhaustion that diminishes a pilot’s or crew member's ability to perform their duties safely and effectively. It can stem from long duty hours, irregular schedules, insufficient rest, or disruptions to the body’s natural circadian rhythm. Fatigue significantly impairs decision-making, reaction times, situational awareness, and overall performance, making it a recognized safety risk that demands proactive management.

• The conference will emphasize the necessity of mitigating aircrew fatigue to ensure safety risks are reduced to levels as low as reasonably practicable. It will explore various FRM methods, highlighting their differences and benefits, while fostering discussions on enhancing safety culture and promoting fatigue reporting systems.

• A key focus will also be placed on the importance of fatigue management training. By raising awareness among aircrew and airlines, training equips them with strategies to counteract fatigue, ensuring optimal performance and safeguarding crew health. 

• Participants—including representatives from airlines, aircrew associations, and aviation authorities—will gain insights into best practices for FRM through presentations from industry leaders and oversight bodies. The event is designed as an open platform for sharing experiences, discussing challenges, and exploring solutions to fatigue-related risks.

• This conference underscores the aviation sector's commitment to tackling fatigue proactively and collaboratively, prioritizing safety and well-being in the skies.

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