The Influence of Interpersonal Distress on Accident Involvement in Airline Pilots: The Serial Mediating Roles of Anxiety and Crew Collaboration

Key Points

• Accident involvement significantly relates to interpersonal distress, heightening potential risks for airline pilots.
• Among the pilots, higher levels of anxiety were noted, correlating with increased accident involvement rates by about 30%.
• Analysis involved assessing pilot behavior and interaction dynamics during flights across various airlines.
• The findings highlight the necessity of focusing on mental health training and enhancing crew collaboration protocols.