Assessment of the Prevalence and the Impact of the COVID-19 Epidemic in the French Flight Crew in 2020

Assessment of the Prevalence and the Impact of the COVID-19 Epidemic in the French Flight Crew in 2020

The aeronautical community was also affected and greatly impacted economically and socially by the Covid-19 pandemic. Away from the acute phase, the epidemiological impact and the consequences of this disease within the French aviation flight crew population must be assessed. This study is aimed at providing original epidemiological data among civil and military aircrew, prior to possible prevention strategies or countermeasures to optimize risk management in terms of aviation safety and to promote, if necessary, future targeted studies.

Inclusion Criteria:

• At least 18 years of age
• Professional military aircrew
• Presenting himself/herself for a periodic medical exam

Exclusion Criteria:

• Under 18 years of age
• Parachutists
• Non-professional aircrew
• Presenting himself/herself for a first medical exam
• Pregnant woman, parturient, breastfeeding