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Human Performance Impacts of Civil Aviation Operations in Conflict Zones
Exceptional operations require exceptional safeguards. Conflict zone operations must continue to be treated as exceptional circumstances regardless of duration, as

Harmonized Implementation of the ICAO “4 Levels of Threat” System for Managing Unruly Passenger Events
Unruly passenger events continue to increase worldwide, posing risks to flight safety and security. ICAO’s “4 Levels of Threat” system

Supporting a Pilot’s Post Parental Leave Return to Work
This paper outlines strategies to help pilots transition back to flying after parental leave through adapted training, childcare-aware scheduling, and

IFALPA Positions on Implementation of the Future of Air Traffic Operations
The IFALPA Positions on Implementation of the Future of Air Traffic Operations (IFATO) – Fifth Edition – consolidates IFALPA’s published

GNSS Radio Frequency Interference & Signal Manipulation: Emerging & Unknown Impacts on Aircraft Systems
GNSS Radio Frequency Interference (RFI), including jamming and spoofing, is increasing worldwide and can occur without warning. These events can

IFALPA Fatigue Reporting Guidance
Updated, November 2025. Effective reporting is essential to the process of fatigue risk identification and the management of fatigue for
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Infographic: Annex 13 at a Glance
Delays, incomplete findings, or the absence of published accident investigation reports deprive the industry of critical safety insights. These insights

Human Performance Impacts of Civil Aviation Operations in Conflict Zones
Exceptional operations require exceptional safeguards. Conflict zone operations must continue to be treated as exceptional circumstances regardless of duration, as

Background Checks for Pilots
In view of the concerns expressed by a number of IFALPA’s Member Associations concerning the arbitrary and sometimes unclear methods


Endangerment of Flight Operationsby Protesters
An increasing number of protest actions have disrupted flight operations through breaches of airport perimeters and Security Restricted Areas, exposing

Cyber Threats
IFALPA and IFATCA have identified the possibility of a cyber-attack against an aircraft, ground facility, or other critical infrastructure to

Harmonized Implementation of the ICAO “4 Levels of Threat” System for Managing Unruly Passenger Events
Unruly passenger events continue to increase worldwide, posing risks to flight safety and security. ICAO’s “4 Levels of Threat” system

Crew Member Security Aspects of an Operator’s Security Programme
Commercial flights are sometimes operated into areas and destinations where the security situation is very difficult to predict. The situation

Loss of Control Related to Angle of Attack
Loss of Control related to Angle of Attack (LoC‑AoA) remains a significant contributor to aircraft upsets and accidents, often occurring

Infographic: Annex 13 at a Glance
Delays, incomplete findings, or the absence of published accident investigation reports deprive the industry of critical safety insights. These insights

Human Performance Impacts of Civil Aviation Operations in Conflict Zones
Exceptional operations require exceptional safeguards. Conflict zone operations must continue to be treated as exceptional circumstances regardless of duration, as

Background Checks for Pilots
In view of the concerns expressed by a number of IFALPA’s Member Associations concerning the arbitrary and sometimes unclear methods


Endangerment of Flight Operationsby Protesters
An increasing number of protest actions have disrupted flight operations through breaches of airport perimeters and Security Restricted Areas, exposing

Cyber Threats
IFALPA and IFATCA have identified the possibility of a cyber-attack against an aircraft, ground facility, or other critical infrastructure to

Harmonized Implementation of the ICAO “4 Levels of Threat” System for Managing Unruly Passenger Events
Unruly passenger events continue to increase worldwide, posing risks to flight safety and security. ICAO’s “4 Levels of Threat” system

Crew Member Security Aspects of an Operator’s Security Programme
Commercial flights are sometimes operated into areas and destinations where the security situation is very difficult to predict. The situation

Loss of Control Related to Angle of Attack
Loss of Control related to Angle of Attack (LoC‑AoA) remains a significant contributor to aircraft upsets and accidents, often occurring