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Episode 201: Birds of a Feather
Episode 201: Birds of a Feather
Episode 201: Birds of a Feather
Wednesday 16th December 2020
Tune into Beyond Belief Sobriety as Marty B., a retired pilot, shares his journey to sobriety with Birds of a Feather, AA's network for airline crew members.
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Get the buttons here!Flying Sober: Marty B.'s Journey with Birds of a Feather
You know, the first thing is that because of the rules of the federal aviation administration, a lot of people are driven underground by it, and so they're hesitant to talk about things like where they work or what they do for a living. And that's what you know when you sit down in a meeting with birds of a feather.
Picture this: a retired airline pilot navigating the skies of sobriety. That's Marty B.'s story, and it's the focus of this episode of Beyond Belief Sobriety. Marty, a recovering alcoholic, found his path to sobriety through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). But it was after his first year of sobriety that he discovered Birds of a Feather, a global network of AA meetings tailored for airline pilots and cockpit crew members.
Marty opens up about the unique challenges pilots face in recovery and how this specialized group has been a lifeline for many in the aviation industry. Marty discusses the stress and drinking culture within the aviation sector, shedding light on issues that are often kept hidden due to strict industry regulations. He also talks about the importance of disclosing addiction to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and employers, and how Birds of a Feather provides support in these tough conversations.
The episode takes a closer look at how the community has adapted to the times, growing through Zoom meetings and offering educational opportunities with professional speakers. The impact of COVID-19 on pilots and addiction is another key topic Marty touches on, highlighting how the pandemic has exacerbated stress and drinking problems among those in the aviation industry. Through his story, Marty offers hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with addiction, especially those in high-pressure jobs like piloting.
This episode is a compelling listen for anyone interested in the intersection of addiction recovery and professional life, showing that even in the most regulated industries, there are paths to sobriety that can be both supportive and effective.