Fatigue management in aviation

Pilot fatigue can affect alertness, performance, hand-eye coordination, reaction time, decision-making, fine motor skills, and memory. This can lead to safety risks. Transport Canada has regulations to manage pilot fatigue. 

Services and information

Services and information

Flight and duty time regulations: Prescriptive vs. performance-based options

Overview of fatigue-related limits and flexibility under CARs Part VII, including options for managing fatigue.

Fatigue risk management system (FRMS) toolbox for Canadian aviation

Information, workbooks, guides and presentations for employees, trainers, and managers.

Fatigue risk management gap analysis tool

Determine whether your fatigue risk management system complies with CARs Part VII Division V—Exemptions.

Examples of fatigue hazards, performance implications, and ways to manage them

Information to help you develop a process to manage fatigue.

Fatigue-related safety performance indicators

Examples of safety indicators to help you monitor performance.