November 13, 2009 | Commentary

High Profile Incidents Bring Attention to Pilot Behavior


Northwestern aviation analyst Aaron Gellman says there isn’t cause for grave concern.

By Brendan Cosgrove
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EVANSTON, Ill. --- The London arrest of a United Airlines pilot for being intoxicated while on duty has been the latest in a number of high-profile incidents involving pilots for major air carriers. Aaron Gellman, professor of management and strategy at Northwestern University, discusses the incidents and their impact on the airline industry.

Brendan Cosgrove is the broadcast associate/web content producer for Northwestern News Contact him at b-cosgrove@northwestern.edu