Air Line Pilot Podcast https://airlinepilot.podbean.com The Air Line Pilot Podcast provides news and information for pilots to stay up to date on what is happening in their union and across the industry. Through discussions about labor relations, tips for pilots, and aviation news, the podcast brings together pilot leaders, industry experts, policymakers, and more to keep ALPA members informed. The Air Line Pilot Podcast is hosted by Capt. Jason Ambrosi and is a product of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:33:51 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us ca Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved News 1440 episodic The Air Line Pilot Podcast provides news and information for pilots to stay up to date on what is happening in their union and across the industry. Through discussions about labor relations, tips for pilots, and aviation news, the podcast brings together pilot leaders, industry experts, policy makers, and more to keep ALPA members informed. Hosted by Corey Kuhn and Dan Bristol, the Air Line Pilot Podcast is a product of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l. Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/16744352/2000x2000-ALP-podcast_5nzahn.png Air Line Pilot Podcast https://airlinepilot.podbean.com 144 144 Drones and Commercial Aviation: The Growing Threat and Counter-UAS Solutions Drones and Commercial Aviation: The Growing Threat and Counter-UAS Solutions https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/drones-and-commercial-aviation-the-growing-threat-and-counter-uas-solutions/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/drones-and-commercial-aviation-the-growing-threat-and-counter-uas-solutions/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:33:51 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/24d5976e-e9ef-3edd-944b-17cc331e0521 How do we protect commercial aircraft from the threat of unmanned aerial systems? ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi talks with Col. Bill Edwards, director of counter-unmanned aerial systems operations at ENSCO, about the rapidly growing drone threat to commercial aviation and what it will take to counter it. Edwards discusses the evolution of small UAS driven by global conflicts, the scale of drone detections near U.S. airports, and how limited detection and mitigation authorities have constrained responses. He outlines detection methods (radar, radio frequency, optical, acoustic) and mitigation options suited for domestic use.

]]> How do we protect commercial aircraft from the threat of unmanned aerial systems? ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi talks with Col. Bill Edwards, director of counter-unmanned aerial systems operations at ENSCO, about the rapidly growing drone threat to commercial aviation and what it will take to counter it. Edwards discusses the evolution of small UAS driven by global conflicts, the scale of drone detections near U.S. airports, and how limited detection and mitigation authorities have constrained responses. He outlines detection methods (radar, radio frequency, optical, acoustic) and mitigation options suited for domestic use.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 2291 1 26 full Mergers, Growth, and Negotiations: Pilot Groups and Canada Update Mergers, Growth, and Negotiations: Pilot Groups and Canada Update https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/mergers-growth-and-negotiations-pilot-groups-and-canada-update/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/mergers-growth-and-negotiations-pilot-groups-and-canada-update/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:19:05 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/5ef24ca7-2468-3f9b-be91-5ab58844f9f1 Joined by leaders from several ALPA pilot groups and ALPA Canada, ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi discusses key developments within the union. Guests include Capt. Larry Payne (Hawaiian Airlines) and Capt. Will McQuillen (Alaska Airlines), both chairs of their respective MECs, who provide updates on their ongoing merger. Capt. Brian Smith (Porter Airlines) shares insights from the recent organizing effort at Porter, and Capt. Brad Small (Air Transat) discusses his pilot group’s contract negotiation. Additionally, Capt. Wayne Scales (JetBlue) and Capt. Andy Nelson (Spirit) discuss issues affecting their pilots, including contract enforcement and support through Spirit’s financial uncertainty. Finally, ALPA Canada president Capt. Tim Perry discusses the Association’s priorities in Canada.

]]> Joined by leaders from several ALPA pilot groups and ALPA Canada, ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi discusses key developments within the union. Guests include Capt. Larry Payne (Hawaiian Airlines) and Capt. Will McQuillen (Alaska Airlines), both chairs of their respective MECs, who provide updates on their ongoing merger. Capt. Brian Smith (Porter Airlines) shares insights from the recent organizing effort at Porter, and Capt. Brad Small (Air Transat) discusses his pilot group’s contract negotiation. Additionally, Capt. Wayne Scales (JetBlue) and Capt. Andy Nelson (Spirit) discuss issues affecting their pilots, including contract enforcement and support through Spirit’s financial uncertainty. Finally, ALPA Canada president Capt. Tim Perry discusses the Association’s priorities in Canada.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 2538 1 25 full 2025 in Review 2025 in Review https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/2025_in_review/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/2025_in_review/#comments Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:33:44 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/ef998896-3848-34e9-849c-a291059675cc Each year brings new opportunities and challenges for our union, and 2025 was a powerful reminder of just how unpredictable a single year can be. This year, ALPA mourned loss, confronted economic instability at several airlines, and felt the harsh impact of political turmoil, including the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. To close out 2025, ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi had an in-depth discussion with ALPA general manager David Krieger on the challenges and successes of the past year.

]]> Each year brings new opportunities and challenges for our union, and 2025 was a powerful reminder of just how unpredictable a single year can be. This year, ALPA mourned loss, confronted economic instability at several airlines, and felt the harsh impact of political turmoil, including the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. To close out 2025, ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi had an in-depth discussion with ALPA general manager David Krieger on the challenges and successes of the past year.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1468 1 24 full Building One ALPA Through Strategic Collaboration Building One ALPA Through Strategic Collaboration https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/building_one_alpa/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/building_one_alpa/#comments Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:01:54 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/e416b931-ca3f-348f-8184-a44d1abb5d36 Capt. Ronan O'Donoghue, chair of ALPA's Strategic Preparedness and Strike Committee, joined ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi to discuss the transformation of ALPA's culture. Collaboration, strategic and communication planning, and solidarity among pilot groups all play critical roles in ALPA’s recent successes. Informational pickets and the introduction of new initiatives like the fact team and virtual components are just a few examples that highlight these efforts.

]]> Capt. Ronan O'Donoghue, chair of ALPA's Strategic Preparedness and Strike Committee, joined ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi to discuss the transformation of ALPA's culture. Collaboration, strategic and communication planning, and solidarity among pilot groups all play critical roles in ALPA’s recent successes. Informational pickets and the introduction of new initiatives like the fact team and virtual components are just a few examples that highlight these efforts.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 721 1 23 full Aviation from a Journalist’s Perspective: A Conversation with Elan Head Aviation from a Journalist’s Perspective: A Conversation with Elan Head https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/aviation-from-a-journalist-s-perspective-a-conversation-with-elan-head/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/aviation-from-a-journalist-s-perspective-a-conversation-with-elan-head/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:16:12 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/b5b8a745-bc61-3f37-afb6-613f64d4dd1b How does the aviation industry look from the outside? ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi found out in this interview with Elan Head, senior editor at The Air Current, and a helicopter pilot herself. The conversation covers industry trends, media perspectives, pilot misconceptions, the impact of emerging technologies, and how reporting on aviation can influence understanding and accountability within the industry.

]]> How does the aviation industry look from the outside? ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi found out in this interview with Elan Head, senior editor at The Air Current, and a helicopter pilot herself. The conversation covers industry trends, media perspectives, pilot misconceptions, the impact of emerging technologies, and how reporting on aviation can influence understanding and accountability within the industry.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1282 1 22 full Headwinds and Tailwinds: The North American Airline Industry in 2025 Headwinds and Tailwinds: The North American Airline Industry in 2025 https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/state_of_the_industry_2025/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/state_of_the_industry_2025/#comments Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:32:02 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/2d2fb37a-f85d-30f3-8261-5389f3b1e883 As 2025 unfolded, the airline industry's initial optimism was met with unexpected challenges. ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sat down with Aviation Economist Patrick Cropper from ALPA’s Economic and Financial Analysis Department to discuss the factors that were fueling early confidence and the hurdles airlines now face. From high profits at Delta and United to the struggles of ultra-low-cost carriers like Spirit, this episode explores the state of the aviation industry and what it means for ALPA pilots. 

]]> As 2025 unfolded, the airline industry's initial optimism was met with unexpected challenges. ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sat down with Aviation Economist Patrick Cropper from ALPA’s Economic and Financial Analysis Department to discuss the factors that were fueling early confidence and the hurdles airlines now face. From high profits at Delta and United to the struggles of ultra-low-cost carriers like Spirit, this episode explores the state of the aviation industry and what it means for ALPA pilots. 

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 716 1 21 full Canadian Accident Investigations: Interview with TSB Chair Yoan Marier Canadian Accident Investigations: Interview with TSB Chair Yoan Marier https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/tsb-marier/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/tsb-marier/#comments Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:41:35 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/2c4057b7-b977-30f5-8a97-165d80d8369f In aviation, we learn from the past to build a safer future. One of the most effective ways we do that is through accident investigation—identifying contributing factors to reform processes, designs, and policies to prevent similar accidents from happening again.     ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi interviews Transportation Safety Board of Canada Chair Yoan Marier about how the board investigates accidents and incidents and develops recommendations in Canada.  

]]> In aviation, we learn from the past to build a safer future. One of the most effective ways we do that is through accident investigation—identifying contributing factors to reform processes, designs, and policies to prevent similar accidents from happening again.  
 
ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi interviews Transportation Safety Board of Canada Chair Yoan Marier about how the board investigates accidents and incidents and develops recommendations in Canada.  

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1184 1 20 full ALPA Pilots Perform at Oshkosh ALPA Pilots Perform at Oshkosh https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/alpa-pilots-perform-at-oshkosh/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/alpa-pilots-perform-at-oshkosh/#comments Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:44:26 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/f8a67224-16b6-3147-b07c-bc2a39010e48 For many ALPA members, flying is more than a career—it is a passion. And that passion is on full display at EAA’s AirVenture Oshkosh every year. At the 2024 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the Air Line Pilot Podcast caught up with ALPA members who arrived in classic warbirds or other vintage aircraft, or who flew as part of the daily airshow. William “Skip” Stewart (FedEx Express) gave aerobatic performances in his modified Pitts S-2S, Bill Sleeper (United, ret.) provided rides in a 1929 Ford Tri Motor, Billy Janus (Delta) piloted a C-47 Skytrain, Jeff Linebaugh (FedEx Express) flew a P-51 Mustang, and Martin Gerhard (United) and Steve McGarry (Kalitta) reenacted as paratroopers to commemorate the 80th anniversary of World War II’s Normandy invasion.

]]> For many ALPA members, flying is more than a career—it is a passion. And that passion is on full display at EAA’s AirVenture Oshkosh every year. At the 2024 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, the Air Line Pilot Podcast caught up with ALPA members who arrived in classic warbirds or other vintage aircraft, or who flew as part of the daily airshow. William “Skip” Stewart (FedEx Express) gave aerobatic performances in his modified Pitts S-2S, Bill Sleeper (United, ret.) provided rides in a 1929 Ford Tri Motor, Billy Janus (Delta) piloted a C-47 Skytrain, Jeff Linebaugh (FedEx Express) flew a P-51 Mustang, and Martin Gerhard (United) and Steve McGarry (Kalitta) reenacted as paratroopers to commemorate the 80th anniversary of World War II’s Normandy invasion.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1302 1 19 full Modernizing Air Traffic Control: Interview with NATCA President Nick Daniels Modernizing Air Traffic Control: Interview with NATCA President Nick Daniels https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/modernizing-air-traffic-control-interview-with-natca-president-nick-daniels/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/modernizing-air-traffic-control-interview-with-natca-president-nick-daniels/#comments Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:12:11 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/c388ebbc-c98b-3300-98e1-510d4bc178b5 Air Traffic Controllers are critical to safe airline operations, but they have faced a chronic lack of support and infrastructure funding. ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with Nick Daniels, the president of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA).

In their conversation about the challenges that controllers face on the job, Daniels discusses how NATCA continues to fight and advocate for their members as they face increasing pressure and outdated equipment. The fight for aviation safety unites all airline unions, and Ambrosi and Daniels talk about how their two unions are supporting each other to protect their members and keep aviation safe.

]]> Air Traffic Controllers are critical to safe airline operations, but they have faced a chronic lack of support and infrastructure funding. ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with Nick Daniels, the president of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA).

In their conversation about the challenges that controllers face on the job, Daniels discusses how NATCA continues to fight and advocate for their members as they face increasing pressure and outdated equipment. The fight for aviation safety unites all airline unions, and Ambrosi and Daniels talk about how their two unions are supporting each other to protect their members and keep aviation safe.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1880 1 18 full President Ambrosi Shares His Furlough Experience President Ambrosi Shares His Furlough Experience https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/president-ambrosi-shares-his-furlough-experience/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/president-ambrosi-shares-his-furlough-experience/#comments Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:39:03 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/7ac39d59-f73f-3a3f-9e66-955129f05bc7 Nearly two decades after a significant number of ALPA pilots were furloughed, many ALPA members still remember what it feels like. ALPA’s Furloughed Pilot Support Program (FPSP) is built on the first-hand experience of members, like ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi and FPSP volunteer F/O Quincy Flemming. Listen now to hear their furlough stories and suggestions for pilots facing career uncertainty today. They also discuss the Association’s stronger approach to supporting all pilots on furlough, including available resources.

]]> Nearly two decades after a significant number of ALPA pilots were furloughed, many ALPA members still remember what it feels like. ALPA’s Furloughed Pilot Support Program (FPSP) is built on the first-hand experience of members, like ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi and FPSP volunteer F/O Quincy Flemming. Listen now to hear their furlough stories and suggestions for pilots facing career uncertainty today. They also discuss the Association’s stronger approach to supporting all pilots on furlough, including available resources.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 867 1 17 full Managing Conflict and Strengthening Negotiations: An Interview with Naseem Khuri Managing Conflict and Strengthening Negotiations: An Interview with Naseem Khuri https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/managing-conflict-and-strengthening-negotiations-an-interview-with-naseem-khuri/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/managing-conflict-and-strengthening-negotiations-an-interview-with-naseem-khuri/#comments Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:17:01 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/7f85e838-7ff4-3eea-b6f5-1d7a8f69bf9c Effectively managing conflict and knowing what works in a negotiation are essential skills for life, but especially for union work. Naseem Khuri, a trainer, consultant, mediator, and facilitator who specializes in negotiation, influence, and conflict management, sat down with ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi to talk about how his best practices can be applied at ALPA. Khuri has worked with Israeli, Palestinian, and other international diplomats and political leaders; U.S. Navy SEALs; state lawmakers; and Fortune 100 companies to facilitate change conversations and strategic planning for influence and negotiations. His advice can help ALPA leaders manage relationships within their pilot groups and learn how to be more effective when working with management.

]]> Effectively managing conflict and knowing what works in a negotiation are essential skills for life, but especially for union work. Naseem Khuri, a trainer, consultant, mediator, and facilitator who specializes in negotiation, influence, and conflict management, sat down with ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi to talk about how his best practices can be applied at ALPA. Khuri has worked with Israeli, Palestinian, and other international diplomats and political leaders; U.S. Navy SEALs; state lawmakers; and Fortune 100 companies to facilitate change conversations and strategic planning for influence and negotiations. His advice can help ALPA leaders manage relationships within their pilot groups and learn how to be more effective when working with management.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1540 1 16 full Recovering from Tragedy: How ALPA Investigates Accidents and Supports Pilots Recovering from Tragedy: How ALPA Investigates Accidents and Supports Pilots https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/recovering_from_tragedy/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/recovering_from_tragedy/#comments Tue, 11 Feb 2025 17:21:17 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/0bef220d-b7bc-337a-a6e8-fb8e76d283a4 On the evening of January 27, 2025, ALPA’s Air Safety Organization enacted programs it hopes to never have to use: the Accident Investigation Board (AIB) and Critical Incident Response Program (CIRP). These highly trained ALPA volunteers went to action at a moment’s notice after a midair collision between PSA Flight 5342 and a military helicopter took the lives of all 67 aboard both aircraft. The AIB provides expertise to the National Transportation Safety Board as a party to the investigation, while CIRP supports the families, crew, investigators, and anyone impacted by an accident. ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sat down with Aviation Safety chair Capt. Steve Jangelis and Pilot Assistance chair Capt. Travis Ludwig to discuss how their programs advance safety and support pilots in the wake of an accident.

]]> On the evening of January 27, 2025, ALPA’s Air Safety Organization enacted programs it hopes to never have to use: the Accident Investigation Board (AIB) and Critical Incident Response Program (CIRP). These highly trained ALPA volunteers went to action at a moment’s notice after a midair collision between PSA Flight 5342 and a military helicopter took the lives of all 67 aboard both aircraft. The AIB provides expertise to the National Transportation Safety Board as a party to the investigation, while CIRP supports the families, crew, investigators, and anyone impacted by an accident. ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sat down with Aviation Safety chair Capt. Steve Jangelis and Pilot Assistance chair Capt. Travis Ludwig to discuss how their programs advance safety and support pilots in the wake of an accident.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1203 1 15 full Interview With Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 First Officer Interview With Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 First Officer https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/interview-with-alaska-airlines-flight-1282-first-officer/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/interview-with-alaska-airlines-flight-1282-first-officer/#comments Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:16:38 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/d30bf7fc-cfed-3a81-8e62-0406d246361b Flying out of Portland in January, a door plug on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 departed the aircraft, causing a rapid depressurization. In her exclusive first interview following the event with CBS News’s Kris Van Cleave, Superior Airmanship Award Winner, Emily Wiprud shares her experience. Events like Alaska 1282 are reminders of the ways pilots must always be ready to respond to emergencies in the skies and it demonstrates the value of having two highly qualified, fully trained, and well-rested pilots on the flight deck at all times.

 

In this episode of Air Line Pilot, we’re sharing that exclusive interview with First Officer Wiprud and ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi.

]]> Flying out of Portland in January, a door plug on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 departed the aircraft, causing a rapid depressurization. In her exclusive first interview following the event with CBS News’s Kris Van Cleave, Superior Airmanship Award Winner, Emily Wiprud shares her experience. Events like Alaska 1282 are reminders of the ways pilots must always be ready to respond to emergencies in the skies and it demonstrates the value of having two highly qualified, fully trained, and well-rested pilots on the flight deck at all times.

 

In this episode of Air Line Pilot, we’re sharing that exclusive interview with First Officer Wiprud and ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 2366 1 14 full International Unity Against Reduced Crew Operations International Unity Against Reduced Crew Operations https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/international-unity-against-reduced-crew-operations/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/international-unity-against-reduced-crew-operations/#comments Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:06:00 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/c2b00bea-36b3-3ac7-b8e0-9ca063acf842 Industry stakeholders are working to reduce safety by taking pilots off the flight deck, but ALPA, the European Cockpit Association (ECA), and the International Federation of Air Line Pilots Associations (IFALPA) are united to stop them. ALPA President, Jason Ambrosi interviews ECA President Otjan de Bruijn about the risks and hazards associated with single pilot operations, IFALPA Deputy President (and an ALPA member) Ron Hay about ALPA’s work on the international stage to prevent single pilot operations, and ALPA Canada President Tim Perry about what ALPA is doing in Canada to inform members, decision-makers, and the public about the risks of reduced crew operations.

]]> Industry stakeholders are working to reduce safety by taking pilots off the flight deck, but ALPA, the European Cockpit Association (ECA), and the International Federation of Air Line Pilots Associations (IFALPA) are united to stop them. ALPA President, Jason Ambrosi interviews ECA President Otjan de Bruijn about the risks and hazards associated with single pilot operations, IFALPA Deputy President (and an ALPA member) Ron Hay about ALPA’s work on the international stage to prevent single pilot operations, and ALPA Canada President Tim Perry about what ALPA is doing in Canada to inform members, decision-makers, and the public about the risks of reduced crew operations.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1659 1 13 full Aviation Safety in Congress with Rep. Nick Langworthy Aviation Safety in Congress with Rep. Nick Langworthy https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/aviation-safety-in-congress-with-rep-nick-langworthy/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/aviation-safety-in-congress-with-rep-nick-langworthy/#comments Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:30:00 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/4d1654dc-faeb-38c0-85d7-98b0031aefb7 Laws passed by Congress continually make and remake safety in American aviation. Through laws —like the FAA reauthorization bill, passed earlier this year—lawmakers have the power to defend or deteriorate safety in the skies. During ALPA's Legislative Summit, Capt. Jason Ambrosi interviewed Rep. Nick Langworthy (NY-23) one of the key Members of Congress fighting to protect aviation safety. In this candid conversation, Rep. Langworthy explains how lawmakers protected safety in the FAA authorization bill and the work he is doing to defend against future threats. 

]]> Laws passed by Congress continually make and remake safety in American aviation. Through laws —like the FAA reauthorization bill, passed earlier this year—lawmakers have the power to defend or deteriorate safety in the skies. During ALPA's Legislative Summit, Capt. Jason Ambrosi interviewed Rep. Nick Langworthy (NY-23) one of the key Members of Congress fighting to protect aviation safety. In this candid conversation, Rep. Langworthy explains how lawmakers protected safety in the FAA authorization bill and the work he is doing to defend against future threats. 

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 875 1 12 full Navigating Pilot Mental Health and Wellness Navigating Pilot Mental Health and Wellness https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/navigating_pilot_mental_health_and_wellness/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/navigating_pilot_mental_health_and_wellness/#comments Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:22:37 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/45040349-6ecc-3490-813a-db8d762e6857 ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi interviews Dr. Susan Northrup the FAA’s Federal Air Surgeon, who oversees the FAA’s aviation medical programs— about how pilots can stay healthy and navigate mental health concerns with their aviation medical examiner. It is vital that pilots have the resources, support, and access to help mental wellness. Listen to this interview to hear about the pathways available to pilots.  

]]> ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi interviews Dr. Susan Northrup the FAA’s Federal Air Surgeon, who oversees the FAA’s aviation medical programs— about how pilots can stay healthy and navigate mental health concerns with their aviation medical examiner. It is vital that pilots have the resources, support, and access to help mental wellness. Listen to this interview to hear about the pathways available to pilots.  

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1558 1 11 full Understanding the Future of Aviation Safety Understanding the Future of Aviation Safety https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/understanding_the_future_of_aviation_safety/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/understanding_the_future_of_aviation_safety/#comments Tue, 09 Apr 2024 14:05:58 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/59716227-bf6e-3efa-acd1-f84693e87556 Akbar Sultan, Director of NASA's Airspace Operations and Safety Program joins ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi for a conversation about the latest advances in aviation safety research for a behind-the-scenes look at how researchers and pilots are collaborating to strengthen aviation safety. Their discussion covers Airspace Operations and Safety Program’s work to develop predictive safety systems using flight data to identify risks before pilots encounter them, optimizing schedules to prevent fatigue, and how to integrate automation to supplement the work of pilots. 

]]> Akbar Sultan, Director of NASA's Airspace Operations and Safety Program joins ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi for a conversation about the latest advances in aviation safety research for a behind-the-scenes look at how researchers and pilots are collaborating to strengthen aviation safety. Their discussion covers Airspace Operations and Safety Program’s work to develop predictive safety systems using flight data to identify risks before pilots encounter them, optimizing schedules to prevent fatigue, and how to integrate automation to supplement the work of pilots. 

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1662 1 10 full ALPA’s Highest Calling ALPA’s Highest Calling https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/alpas_highest_calling/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/alpas_highest_calling/#comments Tue, 05 Mar 2024 15:40:28 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/b547283e-c377-3b61-9eda-d8806d3e5b35 Stepping up to serve our members is our union’s highest calling. During ALPA’s annual Leadership Training Conference the union’s newest leaders gather to learn more about the resources available to them and best practices for their new leadership position. This month, ALPA President, Capt. Ambrosi spoke with Capt. Tiffany O’Connor (FedEx Express), Capt. Steve Savidge (Alaska Airlines), F/O Manuela Valenzuela (WestJet Encore), and F/O Brandon Arrington (Delta Air Lines) about the unique challenges and opportunities they’re facing as some of ALPA’s newest leaders.  

]]> Stepping up to serve our members is our union’s highest calling. During ALPA’s annual Leadership Training Conference the union’s newest leaders gather to learn more about the resources available to them and best practices for their new leadership position. This month, ALPA President, Capt. Ambrosi spoke with Capt. Tiffany O’Connor (FedEx Express), Capt. Steve Savidge (Alaska Airlines), F/O Manuela Valenzuela (WestJet Encore), and F/O Brandon Arrington (Delta Air Lines) about the unique challenges and opportunities they’re facing as some of ALPA’s newest leaders.  

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1538 1 9 full Look Ahead: 2024 Look Ahead: 2024 https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/look-ahead-2024/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/look-ahead-2024/#comments Thu, 01 Feb 2024 12:33:10 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/e0962cbf-d262-3b97-8b38-6b9e591c98eb With vital work to negotiate contracts, defend safety, and protect the contract gains made last year, ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the national leadership team to plot a path for 2024. In this conversation First Vice President and National Safety Coordinator, Capt. Wendy Morse, the new Vice President-Administration/Secretary, Capt. Sean Creed, Vice President-Finance/Treasurer, Capt. Wes Clapper, and ALPA Canada President, Capt. Tim Perry outline their priorities for the year ahead, discuss the new President’s National Grievance Committee, and review the aviation safety concerns that are top of mind going into the new year.  

]]> With vital work to negotiate contracts, defend safety, and protect the contract gains made last year, ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the national leadership team to plot a path for 2024. In this conversation First Vice President and National Safety Coordinator, Capt. Wendy Morse, the new Vice President-Administration/Secretary, Capt. Sean Creed, Vice President-Finance/Treasurer, Capt. Wes Clapper, and ALPA Canada President, Capt. Tim Perry outline their priorities for the year ahead, discuss the new President’s National Grievance Committee, and review the aviation safety concerns that are top of mind going into the new year.  

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1357 1 8 full ALPA’s 2023 Year in Review ALPA’s 2023 Year in Review https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/2023_in_review/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/2023_in_review/#comments Thu, 28 Dec 2023 12:00:52 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/50f137e1-6a5b-31d2-b118-173e865c0be6 Ten new contracts, hundreds of pilots picketing, four congressional hearings. 2023 started out fast and never slowed down. With new contracts, new pilot groups, and membership higher than ever before, this was a banner year for the Air Line Pilots Association. Capt. Jason Ambrosi recounts the events of the past year with Strategic Preparedness and Strike Committee Chair, Capt. Ronan O’Donoghue, Government Affairs Director Elizabeth Baker, Representation Director Andrew Shostack, and Communications Director David Weaver.

]]> Ten new contracts, hundreds of pilots picketing, four congressional hearings. 2023 started out fast and never slowed down.

With new contracts, new pilot groups, and membership higher than ever before, this was a banner year for the Air Line Pilots Association. Capt. Jason Ambrosi recounts the events of the past year with Strategic Preparedness and Strike Committee Chair, Capt. Ronan O’Donoghue, Government Affairs Director Elizabeth Baker, Representation Director Andrew Shostack, and Communications Director David Weaver.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1780 1 7 full The Risks of Reduced Crew Operations The Risks of Reduced Crew Operations https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/risks_of_rco/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/risks_of_rco/#comments Thu, 07 Dec 2023 10:48:50 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/b48edb8b-dcab-39bd-9934-3d269c0f40de Mid-flight, when a system fails, and an emergency arises, is the wrong time to discover that no one is flying the plane. But efforts to implement Reduced Crew Operations (RCO) are setting the stage for that to become a reality.

The growing threat of efforts to remove pilots from the flight deck is one of the greatest risks facing aviation safety today. ALPA joined with pilots across the world to build a unified approach against these efforts. Capt. John Sluys (Alaska Airlines), ALPA International Affairs Coordinator and Capt. Bill Secord (FedEx Express), ALPA Reduced Crew Operations Committee Chair, joined ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi for a conversation about the dangers of RCO and the work pilots are doing together to stop it.

]]> Mid-flight, when a system fails, and an emergency arises, is the wrong time to discover that no one is flying the plane. But efforts to implement Reduced Crew Operations (RCO) are setting the stage for that to become a reality.

The growing threat of efforts to remove pilots from the flight deck is one of the greatest risks facing aviation safety today. ALPA joined with pilots across the world to build a unified approach against these efforts. Capt. John Sluys (Alaska Airlines), ALPA International Affairs Coordinator and Capt. Bill Secord (FedEx Express), ALPA Reduced Crew Operations Committee Chair, joined ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi for a conversation about the dangers of RCO and the work pilots are doing together to stop it.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1282 1 6 full Pilot Group Updates Pt. 2: ATI & Endeavor, Delta & United Pilot Group Updates Pt. 2: ATI & Endeavor, Delta & United https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/pilot_group_updates_pt_2/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/pilot_group_updates_pt_2/#comments Wed, 22 Nov 2023 12:52:46 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/d551e52b-8581-3850-bd2f-cae94674fa8f 2023 was a historic year for ALPA with record contracts, events, and membership growth. In part two of this two-part series of interviews, ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the chairs of four more pilot groups to discuss the challenges and successes they faced this year, and how they’re continuing to support ALPA members. As their groups continue to evolve, Capt. Mike Sterling (ATI) and Capt. Adam Spurrier (Endeavor) discuss how they’re managing turnover in their groups and council leadership, as well as the steps they’re taking to advocate for their members. Capt. Darren Hartmann (Delta) and Capt. Garth Thompson (United) share the steps they took to secure strong contracts this year, and how they collaborated with other pilot groups to learn from their success, while lifting up ALPA members across the industry.

]]> 2023 was a historic year for ALPA with record contracts, events, and membership growth. In part two of this two-part series of interviews, ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the chairs of four more pilot groups to discuss the challenges and successes they faced this year, and how they’re continuing to support ALPA members. As their groups continue to evolve, Capt. Mike Sterling (ATI) and Capt. Adam Spurrier (Endeavor) discuss how they’re managing turnover in their groups and council leadership, as well as the steps they’re taking to advocate for their members. Capt. Darren Hartmann (Delta) and Capt. Garth Thompson (United) share the steps they took to secure strong contracts this year, and how they collaborated with other pilot groups to learn from their success, while lifting up ALPA members across the industry.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1304 1 5 full Pilot Group Updates Pt. 1: Alaska & Hawaiian, Air Canada & WestJet, JetBlue & Spirit Pilot Group Updates Pt. 1: Alaska & Hawaiian, Air Canada & WestJet, JetBlue & Spirit https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/pilot_group_updates_pt_1/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/pilot_group_updates_pt_1/#comments Wed, 22 Nov 2023 12:51:57 -0500 airlinepilot.podbean.com/77dbfbaf-fd7f-3a5d-a4ce-4d70404915a4 2023 was a historic year for ALPA with record contracts, picketing events, and membership growth. In part one of this two-part series of interviews, ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the chairs of several pilot groups to discuss the challenges and successes they earned this year, and how they’re continuing to support ALPA members.

Beginning late last year, the pilots at Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines kicked off a series of strong contracts across the union when they successfully negotiated huge wins in their new contracts. Capt. Ambrosi talks with Capt. Will McQuillen (Alaska) and Capt. Larry Payne (Hawaiian) about the tactics and collaboration that helped their success.

Also in this episode, Capt. Ambrosi talks with the Air Canada pilot group’s chair, First Officer Charlene Hudy, and the WestJet chair, Capt. Bernie Lewall. The Air Canada pilots are currently negotiating a new contract, while the WestJet pilots narrowly averted a strike this past spring to secure their new contract. Capt. Lewall also shares updates on the pilot group’s merger with Sunwing. Finally, Capt. Chris Kenney (JetBlue) and Capt. Ryan Muller (Spirit) discuss how they’re working to protect their pilot groups as the government decides if the two airlines will be allowed to merge.

]]> 2023 was a historic year for ALPA with record contracts, picketing events, and membership growth. In part one of this two-part series of interviews, ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the chairs of several pilot groups to discuss the challenges and successes they earned this year, and how they’re continuing to support ALPA members.

Beginning late last year, the pilots at Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines kicked off a series of strong contracts across the union when they successfully negotiated huge wins in their new contracts. Capt. Ambrosi talks with Capt. Will McQuillen (Alaska) and Capt. Larry Payne (Hawaiian) about the tactics and collaboration that helped their success.

Also in this episode, Capt. Ambrosi talks with the Air Canada pilot group’s chair, First Officer Charlene Hudy, and the WestJet chair, Capt. Bernie Lewall. The Air Canada pilots are currently negotiating a new contract, while the WestJet pilots narrowly averted a strike this past spring to secure their new contract. Capt. Lewall also shares updates on the pilot group’s merger with Sunwing. Finally, Capt. Chris Kenney (JetBlue) and Capt. Ryan Muller (Spirit) discuss how they’re working to protect their pilot groups as the government decides if the two airlines will be allowed to merge.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1504 1 5 full Safety and Security at the ALPA Air Safety Forum Safety and Security at the ALPA Air Safety Forum https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/safety-and-security-at-the-alpa-air-safety-forum/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/safety-and-security-at-the-alpa-air-safety-forum/#comments Tue, 31 Oct 2023 15:18:11 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/a9c8a632-3751-36bf-9bc9-139a9b184aca The annual Air Safety Forum is the pinnacle of ALPA’s work to protect aviation safety and security, and ALPA president, Capt. Jason Ambrosi caught up with First Vice President and National Safety Coordinator, Capt. Wendy Morse and Aviation Security Chair Capt. Wolfgang Koch to discuss this year’s forum. With the rise in unruly passengers, Capt. Koch discussed the need to strengthen flight deck protections and other security priorities, and Capt. Morse discussed runway safety, the threat of reduced crew operations, and other pressing topics from this year’s forum. 

]]> The annual Air Safety Forum is the pinnacle of ALPA’s work to protect aviation safety and security, and ALPA president, Capt. Jason Ambrosi caught up with First Vice President and National Safety Coordinator, Capt. Wendy Morse and Aviation Security Chair Capt. Wolfgang Koch to discuss this year’s forum. With the rise in unruly passengers, Capt. Koch discussed the need to strengthen flight deck protections and other security priorities, and Capt. Morse discussed runway safety, the threat of reduced crew operations, and other pressing topics from this year’s forum. 

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1077 1 4 full Enhancing Safety: A conversation with ALPA Aviation Safety Chair Steve Jangelis Enhancing Safety: A conversation with ALPA Aviation Safety Chair Steve Jangelis https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/enhancing-safety-a-conversation-with-alpa-aviation-safety-chair-steve-jangelis/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/enhancing-safety-a-conversation-with-alpa-aviation-safety-chair-steve-jangelis/#comments Wed, 27 Sep 2023 16:05:51 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/5adfb104-7e9e-3dcb-935d-f3d6c2ba645a ALPA has long been at the forefront of strengthening aviation safety—as the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world— and in a conversation with ALPA president, Jason Ambrosi, Aviation Safety Chair, Capt. Steve Jangelis shares ALPA’s role in accident investigations, crafting regulations, and pilot training.  As Congress continues the work to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration, Jangelis and Ambrosi discuss ALPA’s wins in recent years, and what they’re focused on this year.

]]> ALPA has long been at the forefront of strengthening aviation safety—as the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world— and in a conversation with ALPA president, Jason Ambrosi, Aviation Safety Chair, Capt. Steve Jangelis shares ALPA’s role in accident investigations, crafting regulations, and pilot training.  As Congress continues the work to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration, Jangelis and Ambrosi discuss ALPA’s wins in recent years, and what they’re focused on this year.

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1324 1 3 full Oshkosh: ALPA at the world’s greatest aviation celebration Oshkosh: ALPA at the world’s greatest aviation celebration https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/air-line-pilot-podcast-episode-002-oshkosh/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/air-line-pilot-podcast-episode-002-oshkosh/#comments Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:26:05 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/e744ed11-d156-3567-95ef-3298820b2e54 Every year, ALPA members and aviation enthusiasts flock to Oshkosh, Wisconsin for the Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual AirVenture. We talked with ALPA volunteers and pilot leaders about their experience at Oshkosh, how ALPA engages with our members there, and what we’re doing to inspire the next generation of airline pilots.  

]]> Every year, ALPA members and aviation enthusiasts flock to Oshkosh, Wisconsin for the Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual AirVenture. We talked with ALPA volunteers and pilot leaders about their experience at Oshkosh, how ALPA engages with our members there, and what we’re doing to inspire the next generation of airline pilots.  

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1164 1 2 full The First Six Months, an Interview with ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi The First Six Months, an Interview with ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/the-first-six-months/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/the-first-six-months/#comments Thu, 27 Jul 2023 09:00:26 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/6ec736bd-2c41-38c5-880f-b30165871898 Six months into his term as ALPA president, Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the Air Line Pilot Podcast to discuss his time in office. In the interview Ambrosi discussed the progress made during his first six months, the fight over the Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill on Capitol Hill, and ongoing work to strengthen aviation safety. 

]]> Six months into his term as ALPA president, Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the Air Line Pilot Podcast to discuss his time in office. In the interview Ambrosi discussed the progress made during his first six months, the fight over the Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill on Capitol Hill, and ongoing work to strengthen aviation safety. 

]]> Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l false No 1383 1 1 full Air Line Pilot Podcast - Trailer Air Line Pilot Podcast - Trailer https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/air-line-pilot-podcast-trailer/ https://airlinepilot.podbean.com/e/air-line-pilot-podcast-trailer/#comments Sat, 15 Jul 2023 17:34:38 -0400 airlinepilot.podbean.com/cf00c138-3278-3bc6-9629-365418545487 Introducing the Air Line Pilot Podcast, a new show from the Air Line Pilots Association, International. 

]]> Introducing the Air Line Pilot Podcast, a new show from the Air Line Pilots Association, International. 

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