Nathan Fielder Escalates Critique of FAA Training

Nathan Fielder, comedian and creator of HBO's 'The Rehearsal,' has publicly criticized the FAA, calling its response to his concerns about cockpit communication 'dumb.' Fielder, who became a certified 737 pilot for the show's second season, argues that FAA-mandated training is superficial and does not address emotional barriers preventing co-pilots from challenging superiors. The FAA responded through multiple media outlets, stating all pilots must complete Crew Resource Management training and denying that miscommunication is a primary cause of airline disasters. Despite the FAA's position, Fielder maintains that technical fixes follow crashes but communication failures persist due to inadequate protocols. He has brought attention to the issue by blending dark humor with genuine advocacy, using both televised simulations and his own pilot experience. The public dispute has reignited debate over the effectiveness of aviation safety training and the importance of addressing human factors.