Allan Baker

In a career spanning over 45 years, Allan has worked exclusively in the field of Aviation Psychology for over 15 years (not including his time with the Royal New Zealand Air Force), and has a deep understanding and interest in the area of sleep, which is so critical for commercial pilots and air crew (amongst others).

He is the current holder of the Jim Collins Memorial Award for Outstanding Contributions to Aviation Safety. Allan was presented with the award in 2017 for his significant contribution to the development of the New Zealand Air Line Pilots Association (NZALPA) Peer Assistance Program, and in particular his furthering of a better industry understanding in the specialist area of mental health.

 

Allan describes his professional background...