Adam and Anthony (our amazing correspondent!) debate sleep protocols

The Pilot Network Podcast

In this episode, Adam Uhan and Anthony Felix discuss the importance of sleep protocols in flight operations. They delve into balancing work, home life, and recovery after long trips. The discussion also covers strategies to manage irregular sleep schedules, the impact of light on sleep cycles, and the use of sleep aids for jet lag. They stress the importance of recognizing fatigue and having a personal sleep strategy.

This episode features one of the TPN Pro correspondents, Anthony Felix. Anthony is a cargo pilot for a major cargo airline. We debate sleep protocols and come to an understanding of being on international routes going in opposite directions around the world. We hope you enjoy this conversation and take something of value away. If you enjoyed this conversation, you can look into joining TPN Pro to read some of his articles.

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(0:00) Introduction and the importance of TPN pro (1:42) Guest introduction and discussion on sleep protocols in flight operations (5:12) Introduction to TPN writers and Anthony Felix's journey with TPN (10:21) Balancing work, home life and importance of recovery after long trips (13:00) Importance of a consistent sleep schedule for health and safety (16:04) Techniques for managing irregular sleep schedules and discussing seniority (22:08) Balancing socializing with sleep needs and discussion on hub turns (25:18) Impact of light on sleep cycles and strategies for trips to Eastern Europe (29:39) Use of sleep aids for managing jet lag and dealing with 24-hour layovers (40:20) Importance of having a plan for maintaining health on the road and managing unique flying schedules (53:58) Importance of recognizing fatigue and having a personal sleep strategy (59:13) Conclusion and thanking the show's producer, editor and director