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The Neuro Therapy Network -
United Kingdom, Gibraltar and Jersey:
‘For pilots, cabin crew, and frequent flyers, the aircraft cockpit or cabin is often a second home. Yet for a growing number of people, that environment has become associated with a debilitating condition commonly referred to as Aerotoxic Syndrome.
Although Aerotoxic Syndrome remains medically unrecognised as a formal diagnosis in many countries, increasing numbers of affected aircrew and passengers continue to report chronic, often life-changing neurological, respiratory, cognitive, and systemic health problems following exposure to contaminated cabin air.
While research continues into the health effects of both acute exposure (fume events) and chronic, repeated low-level exposure, many sufferers are seeking practical support for the harm caused.
Importantly, exposure onboard aircraft involves a complex mixture of toxic substances produced from heated engine oils and hydraulic fluids, including pyrolysed compounds, ultrafine particles, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), carbon monoxide, and organophosphates. For some, particularly after repeated exposure, the effects may accumulate over time and become increasingly disabling.
For those living with the aftermath, the injury is often described as “invisible” — but that does not make it any less real. Exposure may occur not only through inhalation, but also through contact with the skin and eyes, all of which may contribute to absorption and injury. Eye irritation, skin reactions, chemical sensitivity, neurological symptoms, fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, breathing difficulties, and wider multisystem health effects are all commonly reported. Because symptoms can vary so widely and often overlap with other conditions, many people struggle for years to find recognition, understanding, and appropriate support.
How the Neuro Therapy Network May Help
For some people affected by Aerotoxic Syndrome, support is being found in an unexpected place: the Neuro Therapy Network (NTN).
With 46 centres across the UK, Gibraltar, and Jersey, the network provides access to Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment (HBOT), alongside other supportive therapies that may help people living with neurological injury and chronic illness.
Formerly known as the Multiple Sclerosis National Therapy Centres, the Neuro Therapy Network has evolved to reflect the broader range of neurological and other health conditions for which people now seek support.’
‘Finding Your Path to Recovery
If you are a member of the global flight crew community, or a passenger suffering after a fume event or repeated contaminated air exposure, you do not have to navigate this alone. Aerotoxic Syndrome involves a complex, multi-system toxic injury, and while recovery can be slow and highly individual, supportive therapies may play an important role in improving quality of life.
For some, improving oxygen delivery and supporting neurological recovery through HBOT may be one useful part of that journey.’
Further information can be found here:
And via another link here:
http://oprus2001.co.uk/hbotntn.pdf
Many thanks to Angel Brain - Aerotoxic campaigner and former cabin crew member injured by fumes onboard aircraft, who has worked with the Neuro Therapy Network over the past few months to ensure support is in place for airline pilots, cabin crew and passengers.
- Neuro Therapy Network Centres may also be able to support Gulf War Veterans, Farmers and other groups similarly exposed to chemical mixtures containing Organophosphates. Contact your local NTN centre via the links shown above.
Portugal:
The Portuguese Pilot's Union, SPAC, is hosting an international Conference on Cabin Air Quality, on May 25th.
The event will take place in Lisbon, and major national and international experts will be participating, including the Portuguese CAA, ANAC, and the Portuguese Flag Carrier, TAP.
Entrance is free, but places are limited.
Check the complete information and book your entrance online:
https://www.fumes.pt/confcaq/
Recent Fume Events:
Incident: Jetstar A320 near Adelaide on Feb 24th 2026, fumes on board
(Reported 9th March 2026)
https://avherald.com/h?article=536532bc&opt=0
Incident: Commute E145 near Shreveport on Mar 10th 2026, smell of smoke in cockpit
https://avherald.com/h?article=53662f3d&opt=0
Incident: Delta A333 at Detroit on Mar 16th 2026, smoke in cabin
https://avherald.com/h?article=5368fe61&opt=0
Incident: Swiss A333 at Washington on Mar 20th 2026, fumes on board
https://avherald.com/h?article=536c3598&opt=0
Incident: Delta BCS1 at New York on Mar 22nd 2026, smoke in cockpit
https://avherald.com/h?article=536c3f53&opt=0
Incident: PSA CRJ9 at Raleigh/Durham on Mar 23rd 2026, smell on board
https://avherald.com/h?article=536e3c6a&opt=0
Incident: France A359 over Atlantic on Apr 3rd 2026, smell on board
https://avherald.com/h?article=537745a7&opt=4096
The same aircraft had a similar event in November 2025:
Incident: France A359 near Munich on Nov 9th 2025, burning odour in cockpit
https://avherald.com/h?article=52f895d6&opt=4096
Incident: Lingus A333 near Boston on Mar 27th 2026, unidentified source of smoke
https://avherald.com/h?article=53768e42&opt=4096
Incident: Wizz A21N at Bucharest on Apr 1st 2026, some fumes in cabin
https://avherald.com/h?article=53748f31&opt=4096
Accident: Frontier A321 enroute on Apr 2nd 2026, fumes on board
https://avherald.com/h?article=5377f8c8&opt=0
Incident: Delta BCS1 near Oakland on Apr 7th 2026, odour on board
https://avherald.com/h?article=53794f34&opt=0
Accident: Jazz CRJ9 at New York on Mar 22nd 2026, collision with fire truck on runway
No doubt, most people would have heard the devastating news of the Jazz/Air Canada Express crash at New York’s La Guardia airport on 22nd March when the aircraft collided with a Fire Truck crossing the runway.
What has received far less attention is why the fire truck was on the runway.
It had been dispatched in response to a reported fume event onboard a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
ABC News Report:
Aviation Herald Report:
https://avherald.com/h?article=536bb98e&opt=0
‘Alright, There's an Incident on the Field": Chilling ATC Words After Air Canada Jet Slams Into Fire Truck at LaGuardia, Killing Two Pilots’ - by Bearnairdine Beaumont:
‘According to an NBC New York report*, the recent nightmare at LaGuardia began with United Flight 2384, a Boeing 737 MAX bound for Chicago. After two rejected takeoffs triggered by a mechanical warning, a “mysterious” unpleasant odor suddenly filled the cabin, sickening several flight attendants in the back of the aircraft and leaving them feeling increasingly ill and nauseous.
The tension spiked almost instantly in the air traffic control recordings. At 1:35, the crew’s voice cuts through with unmistakable urgency: “2384 is declaring an emergency. Flight attendants in the back are feeling ill because of the odor. We will need to go into any available gate at this time.” ‘
Our sincerest condolences are expressed to the families, friends and colleagues of the two young pilots Antoine Forest and Mackenzie Gunther who tragically lost their lives.
As stated by Bryan Bedford, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration:
“These were two young men at the start of their career, so it's an absolute tragedy that we're sitting here with their loss.”
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz67jq0enwpo
Beyond the immediate causes of the collision, a critical issue must be addressed:
Why, in 2026, are emergency vehicles still being deployed onto active runways in response to fume events on commercial aircraft?
Despite decades of documented incidents, regulators including the Federal Aviation Administration, Civil Aviation Authority and European Union Aviation Safety Agency have yet to fully recognise and mitigate the risks associated with contaminated bleed air.
If this longstanding issue had been properly addressed — through effective regulation, engineering solutions, and accountability from manufacturers and airlines — the chain of events that placed a fire truck on the runway at LaGuardia may never have occurred.
And two young pilots might still be alive.
For further information on Contaminated Air in Aircraft and Aerotoxic Syndrome, please visit:
France:
https://www.syndrome-aerotoxique.com/
Netherlands -
https://flyaware.nl/en/stichting-fly-aware-2/
United Kingdom/Worldwide:
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