The publication of EASA’s final report on the safety risks of single-pilot flying marks the close of a critical research phase – and a significant pause in the industry’s push toward reduced crew operations.

As pilots, flight operators, and aviation professionals, we know the responsibility that comes with our roles. Every day, thousands of lives depend on our focus, our decisions, and our commitment to the highest standards of safety. It’s not just a job – it’s a trust. 

The below timeline outlines the key stages of EASA's regulatory process on eMCO, current research developments, and the potential introduction of single-pilot cruise operations. Due to the complexity and evolving nature of the initiative, the timeline may be subject to further

With aircraft manufacturers and airlines pushing for flights with only one pilot at the controls, the European Cockpit Association (ECA) is spreading
awareness with a new advertisement series in the Brussels-Zaventem Airport, Belgium. The ads will be displayed in airport bathrooms between

A newly released website to inform passengers and decision-makers about the risks associated with Single Pilot Flights

Airline pilots have spent decades making airline operations the safest form of transportation in the world. Pilots have always worked with stakeholders to make flying safer through improved training, better technology, the introduction of crew resource management, and the creation of a