Ethics in Aviation

 For this activity, you will, in your own words, expand upon this definition to provide a working definition of ethics as it relates to the aviation industry. In your blog, you will also argue the importance of ethical behavior, as a professional attribute, for those pursuing an aviation career.

While the definition of Ethics changes from person to person, when discussing Aviation, the issue of Ethics can be easily defined. The realm of Ethics can, in short, be described as what is the best choice for both the airline and the passengers. When looking through a Minnesota State University's open-access library, (http://web.mnstate.edu/gracyk/courses/phil%20115/Four_Basic_principles.htm). They outline the four principles of Ethics are

    autonomy; respect for self-determination 

    beneficence; To do good for goodness' sake

    nonmaleficence; to not do harm or to reduce harm possible

    justice; to do the right thing and to prevent punishment on the innocent.

Each in the aviation field is seen in practice. Autonomy, specifically respect for autonomy, can be seen in the fact that both passengers and workers have the right to choose what airline they use if one conflicts with their morals. Beneficence can be seen in how pilots must always change their flight plans in order to ensure a comfortable and safe ride. Nonmaleficence can be seen in turn with beneficence, as when there is a crash the pilot must try to minimize damage while also minimizing harm to his passengers, as well as making sure everyone is safe before leaving. Justice is seen in how discrimination of any kind is discouraged in both an economic and social environment. If a passenger is being harassed by a worker, the proper action is taken and vice versa.

Source (https://aviatorflight.com/emirates-becomes-first-airline-to-conduct-on-site-rapid-covid-19-tests-for-passengers/)

Ethics are not only important in pursuing aviation, but in careers of all kinds. One must have a strong understanding of what is both right and wrong, as well as a grasp of the 4 major principles. If one is in the professional field, and they notice their company contradicts with ethical principles, they must know the right course of actions to prevent sullying their name for future professional opportunities. As an example, let's have a situation to see whether or not one should stay in a career.

Rules for employment at Company XYZ:

While Employee Z is reading their handbook, they notice a rule of "One must submit social media accounts for review"

Many would state this rule is in violation of autonomy and privacy, as their personal life will be drastically different due to this rule. If one were to continue working at this company, it is in a sense supporting and agreeing with this rule. While one should not just quit on the spot, they should begin looking for other employers. Professionally, the cause for leaving would simply be "Contradiction between personal morals and employer" while explaining to the next employer the main cause of feeling as if the employer had rules that had invasive regulations.