Argentina limits aircrew exposure to cosmic radiation for the first time 15 Mar 2021
Aviation workers who exceed 6mSv a year of exposure to cosmic radiation are recommended to stop flying under new guidance issued by the government of Argentina, its national airline and union representatives.
Excessive exposure to cosmic radiation has been linked to health problems including cancer and miscarriage during pregnancy. It is vital for aircrew safety that levels of exposure are monitored and the health effects checked regularly.
ITF affiliate AAA (Asociación Argentina de Aeronavegantes) has been pushing for more than two years for these recommendations. AAA, the government of Argentina and the airline Aerolineas Argentinas have come together to publish