Do pilots get melanoma?

Based on aircrew research, crew members may be more at risk for: Skin cancer: A number of studies have been done to look at the risk of cancer among aircrew. Overall, they indicate that crewmembers are more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma and other skin cancers.



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  • Cabin Air Quality.
  • Cancer.
  • Circadian Rhythm Disruption (Jet Lag)
  • Communicable Diseases.
  • Cosmic Ionizing Radiation.
  • Job Stress.
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders.
  • Noise/Hearing Loss.


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How much radiation does air and space crew receive? <1 mSv in a year is on average received by aircrew where all routes flown do not exceed an altitude of about 9000 metres. 6 mSv in a year is a typical radiation doses received by aircrew flying long-haul polar routes.

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Nonejection decision Of the 280 pilots involved in aviation accidents, 134 (48%) died and 146 (52%) have survived.

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UV radiation from sun exposure is a major risk factor for malignant melanoma and other skin cancers. It's possible that crewmembers are exposed to the sun more outside of work than the general population. They may also be exposed to the sun more during flights.

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They found that, compared with the general population, airline pilots had high prevalence of overweight and obesity, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, insufficient physical activity, elevated psychological fatigue, insufficient fruit and vegetable intake, and regular alcohol consumption [28].

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One of the most common risks associated with being a pilot is the physical and mental strain. Pilots must remain alert and focused for long periods of time, often in difficult circumstances. This can lead to fatigue and stress, both of which can have a negative impact on their performance and safety.

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Working in a cockpit can cause physical strain on pilots. Sitting for long periods of time can lead to fatigue, back pain, and other health issues. To reduce the risk of physical strain, pilots should practice proper posture and take regular breaks.

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They found that, compared with the general population, airline pilots had high prevalence of overweight and obesity, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, insufficient physical activity, elevated psychological fatigue, insufficient fruit and vegetable intake, and regular alcohol consumption [28].

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When a pilot gets cancer, it's complicated. According to the Air Line Pilots Association's aeromedical office, once treatment is complete, pilots with a history of cancer can be issued a special medical certificate. But they're obligated to ground themselves until their case is reviewed by the FAA.

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These are very highly skilled and trained individuals that not only paid a lot of money to do the job they love but also acquired a lot of knowledge during the process. And these are the reasons why airlines pay pilots so much.

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5 Ways To Limit Your Radiation Exposure In Long Haul Flights
  1. Use a laptop shield. ...
  2. Get the right headset.
  3. Use a protective wallet case for your smartphone. ...
  4. Pregnant passengers should wear a protective band. ...
  5. Use anti-radiation blankets for infants and kids.


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