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What are airline consequences?

Airlines can face significant consequences for widespread pilot fatigue, including substantial fines from aviation authorities and severe damage to their public reputation. Regulators expect airlines to have robust fatigue risk management systems in place. Failure to address these concerns could lead to operational restrictions or even license revocation, impacting their business and passenger trust.

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