Researchers find profit chasing has ‘systematically weakened’ safety and workers feel unable to challenge decisions

Pilots and cabin crew at European airlines feel increasingly under pressure to work long hours and hide signs of tiredness at the expense of safety, according to a major study.

The study, which involved 6,900 workers, also found concerns among cabin crew who reported feeling pushed into making onboard sales of perfumes and alcohol, presenting a conflict with their role in keeping passengers safe and well.