Description: The Pilot Mental Health Campaign (PMHC) is a non‑partisan, grassroots nonprofit advocacy organization founded by pilots, mental‑health professionals, legal experts and policy advocates to reform how the aviation system addresses pilot mental health. PMHC seeks to reduce stigma, expand confidential access to timely treatment, and update Federal Aviation Administration aeromedical rules to protect both pilot wellbeing and flight safety. Type: Non‑profit advocacy organization Policies: FAA aeromedical and mental‑health policy reform; legislative changes to pilot medical certification and return‑to‑duty standards; improved access to confidential mental‑health care for pilots and air traffic controllers; stigma reduction and peer‑support programs; funding for research, training, and pilot wellness initiatives; regulatory outreach and congressional advocacy. Funding: Primarily supported by individual donations, membership contributions, fundraising events and grants from foundation and industry supporters, supplemented by volunteer and in‑kind support from aviation community partners. Affiliates: Board leadership and prominent individuals include Brian Bomhoff (chair), Laila Stein (vice chair) and Dr. Brent Blue; project partnerships include the University of Washington Aviation Lab (HAUSER Project); engages with aviation industry groups such as the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and allied mental‑health and safety organizations.
