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        <title>July 9, 2026</title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li>Participate in the ALPA National Member Tracking Poll
<ul>
<li>All calls will come from 603-397-0660. On a landline phone, the caller ID will say “UNH Surv Ctr,” and on a cell phone, the number will come in as “NH Call.”</li>
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<li><a href='https://sts2.alpa.org/adfs/oauth2/authorize/?client_id=192fecfe-c72f-4a7c-913c-103ec29e7c41&amp;redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alpa.org%2F&amp;response_type=code%20id_token&amp;scope=openid&amp;state=OpenIdConnect.AuthenticationProperties%3D4_nNgIyrrIUSm__QZ7D1Ts8zX5OyKyONSBvhsLTLwp2XWDxuS0s5zP7hyoa9bfVRX4C2qb3MbW8g0aWMAOSIue6Vqe9TETO4MMk4REEL3PgiLs98SYRgkA2uXkQnoRmSOueouTlE7fMa3XZsT3hq4KKQnH-nPrFobBFrLIn9x-MbsBI9sTR8ry8xADjzHbm5d0u481Wdk06eeZAdcG3zotYux9mQmj8_A0xHzLcg5ioRf4Rtakt5C0Hxl75ePaLR6vaA6bwLfzcDC6EGd8MGrUi3gLM11PcEcPbrt_1Z3yUee_i1hbBYwtLKcU5xRHSDQe04xUXXLVot7ClvR0hkNg&amp;response_mode=form_post&amp;nonce=639192249232912696.OGVhN2NhMDItNGQwMi00MWY2LThlN2YtMzlmOWNlNTJiOWNjYmJmYTI0MzgtMzA1OS00YmQ3LTgwOWEtYTY1M2ExNzMxNDli&amp;x-client-SKU=ID_NET461&amp;x-client-ver=5.7.0.0'>ALPA in Action: Video Highlights Key Accomplishments</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/06/former-helicopter-pilot-helps-others-transition-from-military-to-airline-flying'>Former Helicopter Pilot Helps Others Transition from Military to Airline Flying</a></li>
<li><a href='https://sts2.alpa.org/adfs/ls?SAMLRequest=fZNdr5pAEIbv%2FRWGe%2BWjimWjNFb7YWKVKO1Fb5pxGY8ksEt3hh7Pv%2B8Cnmqbhr0hmZ334X2HYU5QFpVY1nxRB%2FxZI%2FFgaM%2B1LBSJ9nLh1EYJDZSTUFAiCZbiuPyyFcHYE5XRrKUunH9k%2FSogQsO5Vp1ss144%2B92H7f7TZvfDn0LoYZBJiPyJH50mvnwjYRZNcerL2dsgPIVnGXhZJ%2F2Ghixn4VisM%2BhoRDVuFDEotnUvCEfebORFaeAJPxST6HsnXduwuQJu5RfmioTrElMwhqKCsTZPLmRncgvq%2BpNb1Pe5ynL11J%2Fw1DWR%2BJymySjZH9MOsnxNvtKK6hLNEc2vXOLXw%2FZu4qxNSXcXRNp9B5KcuEXMm%2FmKNqWJeyQlMmTAMK4u1dx9FN0xldhZ65t1ootcvrT15ny0NLDDc%2F5UlkWhn1cGgXHhsKnRGbp%2FcW7bg1m7SzYd45WHK11WYHJqRoxXkHzLcM%2Fx2L4q7GIc8Bz37o4Usumz5cQ%2BnrXJmi%2BD0r47NaCo0oZvef8L71y7Pbbjwev1448R%2FwY%3D&amp;RelayState=%2F241024595611047'>Volunteers Needed: Promote the Profession at OBAP in Chicago This August</a></li>
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<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260709.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260709'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li>Participate in the ALPA National Member Tracking Poll
<ul>
<li>All calls will come from 603-397-0660. On a landline phone, the caller ID will say “UNH Surv Ctr,” and on a cell phone, the number will come in as “NH Call.”</li>
</ul>
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<li><a href='https://sts2.alpa.org/adfs/oauth2/authorize/?client_id=192fecfe-c72f-4a7c-913c-103ec29e7c41&amp;redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alpa.org%2F&amp;response_type=code%20id_token&amp;scope=openid&amp;state=OpenIdConnect.AuthenticationProperties%3D4_nNgIyrrIUSm__QZ7D1Ts8zX5OyKyONSBvhsLTLwp2XWDxuS0s5zP7hyoa9bfVRX4C2qb3MbW8g0aWMAOSIue6Vqe9TETO4MMk4REEL3PgiLs98SYRgkA2uXkQnoRmSOueouTlE7fMa3XZsT3hq4KKQnH-nPrFobBFrLIn9x-MbsBI9sTR8ry8xADjzHbm5d0u481Wdk06eeZAdcG3zotYux9mQmj8_A0xHzLcg5ioRf4Rtakt5C0Hxl75ePaLR6vaA6bwLfzcDC6EGd8MGrUi3gLM11PcEcPbrt_1Z3yUee_i1hbBYwtLKcU5xRHSDQe04xUXXLVot7ClvR0hkNg&amp;response_mode=form_post&amp;nonce=639192249232912696.OGVhN2NhMDItNGQwMi00MWY2LThlN2YtMzlmOWNlNTJiOWNjYmJmYTI0MzgtMzA1OS00YmQ3LTgwOWEtYTY1M2ExNzMxNDli&amp;x-client-SKU=ID_NET461&amp;x-client-ver=5.7.0.0'>ALPA in Action: Video Highlights Key Accomplishments</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/06/former-helicopter-pilot-helps-others-transition-from-military-to-airline-flying'>Former Helicopter Pilot Helps Others Transition from Military to Airline Flying</a></li>
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</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260709.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260709'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Participate in the ALPA National Member Tracking Poll

All calls will come from 603-397-0660. On a landline phone, the caller ID will say “UNH Surv Ctr,” and on a cell phone, the number will come in as “NH Call.”


ALPA in Action: Video Highlights Key Accomplishments
Former Helicopter Pilot Helps Others Transition from Military to Airline Flying
Volunteers Needed: Promote the Profession at OBAP in Chicago This August

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/july-2-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:45:41 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/07/delta-pilots-help-passengers-navigate-busy-summer-flying-season'>Delta Pilots Help Passengers Navigate Busy Summer Flying Season</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/06/flying-while-pregnant-flight-planning-for-child-bearing'>Flying While Pregnant: Flight Planning for Childbearing</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/oshkosh'>Volunteer with Us, Reserve Your Spot for Dinner, and More at AirVenture Oshkosh</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260702.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260702'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/07/delta-pilots-help-passengers-navigate-busy-summer-flying-season'>Delta Pilots Help Passengers Navigate Busy Summer Flying Season</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/06/flying-while-pregnant-flight-planning-for-child-bearing'>Flying While Pregnant: Flight Planning for Childbearing</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/oshkosh'>Volunteer with Us, Reserve Your Spot for Dinner, and More at AirVenture Oshkosh</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260702.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260702'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Delta Pilots Help Passengers Navigate Busy Summer Flying Season
Flying While Pregnant: Flight Planning for Childbearing
Volunteer with Us, Reserve Your Spot for Dinner, and More at AirVenture Oshkosh

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.
 
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        <title>June 25, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>June 25, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/june-25-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/june-25-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:21:39 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/06/good-enough-is-no-longer-good-enough-aviation-safety'>"Good Enough Is No Longer Good Enough" on Aviation Safety</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/06/fedex-pilots-efficiency-requires-more-than-cost-cutting'>FedEx Pilots: Efficiency Requires More Than Cost-Cutting</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/05/land-and-hold-short-operations-reminder-from-the-air-safety-organization'>Land and Hold Short Operations Reminder from the Air Safety Organization</a></li>
<li><a href='https://forms.alpa.org/241024595611047'>Volunteers Needed: Promote the Profession at OBAP in Chicago This August</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260625.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260625'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/06/good-enough-is-no-longer-good-enough-aviation-safety'>"Good Enough Is No Longer Good Enough" on Aviation Safety</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/06/fedex-pilots-efficiency-requires-more-than-cost-cutting'>FedEx Pilots: Efficiency Requires More Than Cost-Cutting</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/05/land-and-hold-short-operations-reminder-from-the-air-safety-organization'>Land and Hold Short Operations Reminder from the Air Safety Organization</a></li>
<li><a href='https://forms.alpa.org/241024595611047'>Volunteers Needed: Promote the Profession at OBAP in Chicago This August</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260625.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260625'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

"Good Enough Is No Longer Good Enough" on Aviation Safety
FedEx Pilots: Efficiency Requires More Than Cost-Cutting
Land and Hold Short Operations Reminder from the Air Safety Organization
Volunteers Needed: Promote the Profession at OBAP in Chicago This August

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>June 18, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>June 18, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/june-18-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/june-18-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:53:43 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/06/tsa-to-start-testing-cmap-at-dc-airports-soon'>TSA to Start Testing CMAP at D.C. Airports Soon</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/oshkosh'>Volunteer to Work the ALPA Booth at This Year’s EAA AirVenture Oshkosh</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260618.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260618'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/06/tsa-to-start-testing-cmap-at-dc-airports-soon'>TSA to Start Testing CMAP at D.C. Airports Soon</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/oshkosh'>Volunteer to Work the ALPA Booth at This Year’s EAA AirVenture Oshkosh</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260618.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260618'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

TSA to Start Testing CMAP at D.C. Airports Soon
Volunteer to Work the ALPA Booth at This Year’s EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>June 11, 2026</title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/06/fedex-pilots-ratify-new-collective-bargaining-agreement'>FedEx Pilots Ratify New Collective Bargaining Agreement</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/spirits-pilots-held-up-end-now-its-time-bondholders-hold-ambrosi-pnzue/'>Spirit’s Pilots Held Up Their End. Now It’s Time for the Bondholders to Hold Up Theirs.</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.flickr.com/photos/airlinepilotsassociation/albums/72157714662789451/'>The Spirit Pilots' Strike: A Legacy Worth Remembering</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/airline-pilots-say-safety-issues-need-policymakers-listen-act'>When airline pilots say there are safety issues, we need policymakers to listen and act</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/resources/membership/dues-return'>2026 Dues Return Offer</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260611.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260611'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/06/fedex-pilots-ratify-new-collective-bargaining-agreement'>FedEx Pilots Ratify New Collective Bargaining Agreement</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/spirits-pilots-held-up-end-now-its-time-bondholders-hold-ambrosi-pnzue/'>Spirit’s Pilots Held Up Their End. Now It’s Time for the Bondholders to Hold Up Theirs.</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.flickr.com/photos/airlinepilotsassociation/albums/72157714662789451/'>The Spirit Pilots' Strike: A Legacy Worth Remembering</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/airline-pilots-say-safety-issues-need-policymakers-listen-act'>When airline pilots say there are safety issues, we need policymakers to listen and act</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/resources/membership/dues-return'>2026 Dues Return Offer</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l20260611.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260611'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

FedEx Pilots Ratify New Collective Bargaining Agreement
Spirit’s Pilots Held Up Their End. Now It’s Time for the Bondholders to Hold Up Theirs.
The Spirit Pilots' Strike: A Legacy Worth Remembering
When airline pilots say there are safety issues, we need policymakers to listen and act
2026 Dues Return Offer

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>June 4, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>June 4, 2026</itunes:title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>June 4, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Congress to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/airline-pilots-say-safety-issues-need-policymakers-listen-act'>When airline pilots say there are safety issues, we need policymakers to listen and act</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/resources/membership/dues-return'>2026 Dues Return Offer</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l2026064.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email2026064'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>June 4, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Congress to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/airline-pilots-say-safety-issues-need-policymakers-listen-act'>When airline pilots say there are safety issues, we need policymakers to listen and act</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/resources/membership/dues-return'>2026 Dues Return Offer</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-l2026064.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email2026064'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[June 4, 2026 Show Notes
Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Urge Congress to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!
When airline pilots say there are safety issues, we need policymakers to listen and act
2026 Dues Return Offer

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Air Line Pilots Association</itunes:author>
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        <title>May 28, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>May 28, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/may-28-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/may-28-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:47:01 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/bios/tyler-hawkins'>Vice President–Administration/Secretary F/O Tyler Hawkins’ Biography </a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/breeze-pilots-mark-five-years-without-a-contract'>Breeze Pilots Mark Airline’s Fifth Anniversary with Informational Picket</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/146504/'>Urge Your Senator to Ask for Quick Action on the Mental Health in Aviation Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/oshkosh'>ALPA at Oshkosh 2026!</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260528.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260528'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/bios/tyler-hawkins'>Vice President–Administration/Secretary F/O Tyler Hawkins’ Biography </a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/breeze-pilots-mark-five-years-without-a-contract'>Breeze Pilots Mark Airline’s Fifth Anniversary with Informational Picket</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/146504/'>Urge Your Senator to Ask for Quick Action on the Mental Health in Aviation Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/oshkosh'>ALPA at Oshkosh 2026!</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260528.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260528'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Vice President–Administration/Secretary F/O Tyler Hawkins’ Biography 
Breeze Pilots Mark Airline’s Fifth Anniversary with Informational Picket
Urge Your Senator to Ask for Quick Action on the Mental Health in Aviation Act!
ALPA at Oshkosh 2026!

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
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        <title>May 21, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>May 21, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/may-21-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/may-21-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:40:04 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/virginia-becomes-latest-state-to-extend-paid-sick-leave-to-airline-flight-crews'>Virginia Becomes Latest State to Extend Paid Sick Leave to Airline Flight Crews</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Congress to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/oshkosh'>ALPA at Oshkosh 2026!</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260521.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260521'>link</a>.</p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/virginia-becomes-latest-state-to-extend-paid-sick-leave-to-airline-flight-crews'>Virginia Becomes Latest State to Extend Paid Sick Leave to Airline Flight Crews</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Congress to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/oshkosh'>ALPA at Oshkosh 2026!</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260521.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260521'>link</a>.</p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Virginia Becomes Latest State to Extend Paid Sick Leave to Airline Flight Crews
Urge Congress to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!
ALPA at Oshkosh 2026!

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.
 
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        <title>May 14, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>May 14, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/may-14-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/may-14-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:16:14 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/sun-country-pilots-crew-commitments-financial-close-with-allegiant-travel-company'>Sun Country MEC Emphasizes Importance of Crew Commitments as Airline Completes Financial Close with Allegiant Travel Company</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www3.alpa.org/portals/alpa/fastread/2017/jump/new-hire-mentor-from-wooden-wings.pdf'>“From Wooden Wings”</a> and <a href='mailto:flickr.com/photos/148456418@N05/sets/72157714304571306/'>Photos of the 1985 UAL Strike</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/members/benefits/health-and-wellness/mental-health/pilot-peer-support/are-you-in-the-green'>Staying Connected—A Key to Returning to the Green</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/alpa-supports-nomination-of-capt-doug-ralph-for-national-mediation-board-member'>ALPA Supports Nomination of Capt. Doug Ralph for NMB Member</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260514.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260514'>link</a>.</p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/sun-country-pilots-crew-commitments-financial-close-with-allegiant-travel-company'>Sun Country MEC Emphasizes Importance of Crew Commitments as Airline Completes Financial Close with Allegiant Travel Company</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www3.alpa.org/portals/alpa/fastread/2017/jump/new-hire-mentor-from-wooden-wings.pdf'>“From Wooden Wings”</a> and <a href='mailto:flickr.com/photos/148456418@N05/sets/72157714304571306/'>Photos of the 1985 UAL Strike</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/members/benefits/health-and-wellness/mental-health/pilot-peer-support/are-you-in-the-green'>Staying Connected—A Key to Returning to the Green</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/alpa-supports-nomination-of-capt-doug-ralph-for-national-mediation-board-member'>ALPA Supports Nomination of Capt. Doug Ralph for NMB Member</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260514.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260514'>link</a>.</p>
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<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Sun Country MEC Emphasizes Importance of Crew Commitments as Airline Completes Financial Close with Allegiant Travel Company
“From Wooden Wings” and Photos of the 1985 UAL Strike
Staying Connected—A Key to Returning to the Green
ALPA Supports Nomination of Capt. Doug Ralph for NMB Member

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.
 
 
 
 ]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>May 8, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>May 8, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/may-8-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/may-8-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:47:19 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/spirit-airlines-closure-a-devastating-blow-to-more-than-2000-pilots-thousands-more-workers'>Spirit Airlines Closure a Devastating Blow to More Than 2,000 Pilots, Thousands More Workers</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/05/land-and-hold-short-operations-reminder-from-the-air-safety-organization'>Land and Hold Short Operations Reminder from the Air Safety Organization</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/members/benefits/health-and-wellness/mental-health/pilot-peer-support/are-you-in-the-green'>Are You in the Green?</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260508.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260508'>link</a>.</p>
<p> </p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/05/spirit-airlines-closure-a-devastating-blow-to-more-than-2000-pilots-thousands-more-workers'>Spirit Airlines Closure a Devastating Blow to More Than 2,000 Pilots, Thousands More Workers</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/05/land-and-hold-short-operations-reminder-from-the-air-safety-organization'>Land and Hold Short Operations Reminder from the Air Safety Organization</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/members/benefits/health-and-wellness/mental-health/pilot-peer-support/are-you-in-the-green'>Are You in the Green?</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260508.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260508'>link</a>.</p>
<p> </p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Spirit Airlines Closure a Devastating Blow to More Than 2,000 Pilots, Thousands More Workers
Land and Hold Short Operations Reminder from the Air Safety Organization
Are You in the Green?

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.
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        <title>April 30, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>April 30, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/frp_20260430_ep0015-corey/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/frp_20260430_ep0015-corey/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:22:56 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/members/advocacy'>Get Involved, Make a Difference</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/alpa-honors-workers-memorial-day-and-reaffirms-commitment-to-aviation-safety'>ALPA Honors Workers' Memorial Day and Reaffirms Commitment to Aviation Safety</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260430.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260430'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/members/advocacy'>Get Involved, Make a Difference</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/alpa-honors-workers-memorial-day-and-reaffirms-commitment-to-aviation-safety'>ALPA Honors Workers' Memorial Day and Reaffirms Commitment to Aviation Safety</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260430.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260430'>link</a>.</p>
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Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Get Involved, Make a Difference
ALPA Honors Workers' Memorial Day and Reaffirms Commitment to Aviation Safety

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>April 23, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>April 23, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/april-23-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/april-23-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:12:33 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/virginia-general-assembly-protects-airline-crew-members-right-to-paid-sick-leave'>ALPA Applauds Virginia General Assembly for Protecting Airline Crew Members' Right to Paid Sick Leave</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/advocacy'>Calls to Action: We Advocate for Pilots &amp; Air Safety</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/virginia-legislature-should-reject-anti-worker-airline-crew-carveout-from-paid-sick-leave-law'>Virginia Pilots: Protect Your Access to Paid Sick and Family Leave</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/supporting-pilots/benefits-and-assistance/scholarships-and-internships/christina-thomson-scholarship'>Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260423.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260423'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/virginia-general-assembly-protects-airline-crew-members-right-to-paid-sick-leave'>ALPA Applauds Virginia General Assembly for Protecting Airline Crew Members' Right to Paid Sick Leave</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/advocacy'>Calls to Action: We Advocate for Pilots &amp; Air Safety</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/virginia-legislature-should-reject-anti-worker-airline-crew-carveout-from-paid-sick-leave-law'>Virginia Pilots: Protect Your Access to Paid Sick and Family Leave</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/supporting-pilots/benefits-and-assistance/scholarships-and-internships/christina-thomson-scholarship'>Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260423.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260423'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

ALPA Applauds Virginia General Assembly for Protecting Airline Crew Members' Right to Paid Sick Leave
Calls to Action: We Advocate for Pilots &amp; Air Safety
Virginia Pilots: Protect Your Access to Paid Sick and Family Leave
Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Air Line Pilots Association</itunes:author>
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        <title>April 16, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>April 16, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/frp_20260416_ep0013/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/frp_20260416_ep0013/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:22:47 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>April 16, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/virginia-legislature-should-reject-anti-worker-airline-crew-carveout-from-paid-sick-leave-law'>Virginia Pilots: Protect Your Access to Paid Sick and Family Leave</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Congress Must Adopt ROTOR Act Provisions Before ALERT Becomes Law</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260416.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260416'>link</a>. </p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>April 16, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/virginia-legislature-should-reject-anti-worker-airline-crew-carveout-from-paid-sick-leave-law'>Virginia Pilots: Protect Your Access to Paid Sick and Family Leave</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Congress Must Adopt ROTOR Act Provisions Before ALERT Becomes Law</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260416.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260416'>link</a>. </p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[April 16, 2026 Show Notes
Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Virginia Pilots: Protect Your Access to Paid Sick and Family Leave
Congress Must Adopt ROTOR Act Provisions Before ALERT Becomes Law

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link. ]]></itunes:summary>
        <itunes:author>Air Line Pilots Association</itunes:author>
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        <itunes:block>No</itunes:block>
        <itunes:duration>255</itunes:duration>
        <itunes:season>1</itunes:season>
        <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
        <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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    <item>
        <title>April 9, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>April 9, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/april-9-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/april-9-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:32:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <guid isPermaLink="false">alpafastread.podbean.com/bae317a7-585d-385b-8ad9-e2a3b8c96f46</guid>
                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/cargojet-pilots-respond-to-comments-on-contract-negotiations'>Cargojet Pilots Respond to Comments on Contract Negotiations</a></li>
<li><a href='https://hk.usconsulate.gov/security-alert-2026032601/'>Refusal to Give the Government Passwords to Personal Mobile Device Criminalized in Hong Kong</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/146504/'>Urge Your Senator to Co-sponsor the Mental Health in Aviation Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/memorial-service-captain-antoine-forest'>Memorial Services for Jazz Captain Antoine Forest</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260409.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260409'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/04/cargojet-pilots-respond-to-comments-on-contract-negotiations'>Cargojet Pilots Respond to Comments on Contract Negotiations</a></li>
<li><a href='https://hk.usconsulate.gov/security-alert-2026032601/'>Refusal to Give the Government Passwords to Personal Mobile Device Criminalized in Hong Kong</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/146504/'>Urge Your Senator to Co-sponsor the Mental Health in Aviation Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/events/memorial-service-captain-antoine-forest'>Memorial Services for Jazz Captain Antoine Forest</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260409.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260409'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Cargojet Pilots Respond to Comments on Contract Negotiations
Refusal to Give the Government Passwords to Personal Mobile Device Criminalized in Hong Kong
Urge Your Senator to Co-sponsor the Mental Health in Aviation Act!
Memorial Services for Jazz Captain Antoine Forest

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>April 2, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>April 2, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/april-2-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/april-2-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:28:05 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Visitation and Services for Capt. Antoine Forest:</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Friday, April 17, 2026</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1:00–4:30 p.m. and 7:00–9:00 p.m.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Soulanges J.A. Larin &amp; Fils Funeral Complex</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">100 Route 338, Coteau-du-Lac, Quebec</p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/air-transport-international-pilots-ratify-tentative-agreement'>Air Transport International Pilots Ratify Tentative Agreement</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260402.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260402'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Visitation and Services for Capt. Antoine Forest:</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Friday, April 17, 2026</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">1:00–4:30 p.m. and 7:00–9:00 p.m.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Soulanges J.A. Larin &amp; Fils Funeral Complex</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">100 Route 338, Coteau-du-Lac, Quebec</p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/air-transport-international-pilots-ratify-tentative-agreement'>Air Transport International Pilots Ratify Tentative Agreement</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260402.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260402'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  
Visitation and Services for Capt. Antoine Forest:
Friday, April 17, 2026
1:00–4:30 p.m. and 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Soulanges J.A. Larin &amp; Fils Funeral Complex
100 Route 338, Coteau-du-Lac, Quebec

Air Transport International Pilots Ratify Tentative Agreement
Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>March 27, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>March 27, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/march-27-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/march-27-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:24:48 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/alpa-statement-on-alert-act'>ALPA Statement on ALERT Act</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/canadian-north-pilots-reach-tentative-agreement'>Canadian North Pilots Reach Tentative Agreement</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/jetblue-pilots-sue-jetblue-airways-grievance-blue-sky-partnership'>JetBlue Pilots Sue to Force Company to Fully Arbitrate Job Security Guarantees Impacted by Blue Sky Partnership with United Airlines</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/03/25-years-ago-comair-pilots-resilience-sacrifice-raised-bar-for-future-generations'>25 Years Ago, Comair Pilots’ Resilience and Sacrifice Raised the Bar for Future Generations</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260327.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260327'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/alpa-statement-on-alert-act'>ALPA Statement on ALERT Act</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/canadian-north-pilots-reach-tentative-agreement'>Canadian North Pilots Reach Tentative Agreement</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/jetblue-pilots-sue-jetblue-airways-grievance-blue-sky-partnership'>JetBlue Pilots Sue to Force Company to Fully Arbitrate Job Security Guarantees Impacted by Blue Sky Partnership with United Airlines</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/03/25-years-ago-comair-pilots-resilience-sacrifice-raised-bar-for-future-generations'>25 Years Ago, Comair Pilots’ Resilience and Sacrifice Raised the Bar for Future Generations</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260327.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260327'>link</a>.</p>
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Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

ALPA Statement on ALERT Act
Canadian North Pilots Reach Tentative Agreement
JetBlue Pilots Sue to Force Company to Fully Arbitrate Job Security Guarantees Impacted by Blue Sky Partnership with United Airlines
25 Years Ago, Comair Pilots’ Resilience and Sacrifice Raised the Bar for Future Generations

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        <itunes:title>March 19, 2026</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/march-19-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:11:49 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/fedex-pilots-say-expected-q3-earnings-do-not-reflect-operational-strain'>FedEx Pilots Say Expected Q3 Earnings Do Not Reflect Operational Strain</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/alpa-welcomes-new-faa-safety-move-urges-congress-mandate-collision-warning-technology'>ALPA Welcomes New FAA Safety Move; Urges Congress to Mandate Collision-Warning Technology</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/alerts-bulletins/2026/temporary-airport-information-chart-charlotte-douglas-international-airport'>Temporary Airport Information Chart for Charlotte Douglas International Airport</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Help Us Tell Congress to Enact Critical NTSB Safety Recommendations</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260319.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260319'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/fedex-pilots-say-expected-q3-earnings-do-not-reflect-operational-strain'>FedEx Pilots Say Expected Q3 Earnings Do Not Reflect Operational Strain</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/alpa-welcomes-new-faa-safety-move-urges-congress-mandate-collision-warning-technology'>ALPA Welcomes New FAA Safety Move; Urges Congress to Mandate Collision-Warning Technology</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/alerts-bulletins/2026/temporary-airport-information-chart-charlotte-douglas-international-airport'>Temporary Airport Information Chart for Charlotte Douglas International Airport</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Help Us Tell Congress to Enact Critical NTSB Safety Recommendations</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260319.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260319'>link</a>.</p>
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Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

FedEx Pilots Say Expected Q3 Earnings Do Not Reflect Operational Strain
ALPA Welcomes New FAA Safety Move; Urges Congress to Mandate Collision-Warning Technology
Temporary Airport Information Chart for Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Help Us Tell Congress to Enact Critical NTSB Safety Recommendations

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/march-12-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:44:15 -0400</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/air-transport-international-pilots-reach-tentative-agreement'>Air Transport International Pilots Reach Tentative Agreement</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/03/cares-act-alpa-secures-crucial-pilot-protections'>ALPA Wins: Crucial Pilot Protections Secured During Global Pandemic</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260312.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260312'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/03/air-transport-international-pilots-reach-tentative-agreement'>Air Transport International Pilots Reach Tentative Agreement</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/03/cares-act-alpa-secures-crucial-pilot-protections'>ALPA Wins: Crucial Pilot Protections Secured During Global Pandemic</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260312.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260312'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!
Air Transport International Pilots Reach Tentative Agreement
ALPA Wins: Crucial Pilot Protections Secured During Global Pandemic

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>March 5, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>March 5, 2026</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/march-5-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:10:43 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>March 5, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/members/benefits/health-and-wellness/mental-health/pilot-peer-support/call-now'>PPS Is Ready to Take Your Call</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-NEWSFLASH-20260228.htm'>ALPA Security Alert: Middle East Situation – Guidance for Crewmembers</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260305.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260305'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>March 5, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/members/benefits/health-and-wellness/mental-health/pilot-peer-support/call-now'>PPS Is Ready to Take Your Call</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-NEWSFLASH-20260228.htm'>ALPA Security Alert: Middle East Situation – Guidance for Crewmembers</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260305.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260305'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[March 5, 2026 Show Notes
Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Urge Your Representative to Support Mandating ADS-B In for Commercial Aircraft!
PPS Is Ready to Take Your Call
ALPA Security Alert: Middle East Situation – Guidance for Crewmembers

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>February 26, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>February 26, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/february-26-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/february-26-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:35:59 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/02/preventing-the-next-tragedy-investigation-of-the-2025-midair-collision-at-dca'>Preventing the Next Tragedy: Investigation of the 2025 Midair Collision at DCA</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/154395/'>Include Pilots in Virginia Sick Leave Legislation!</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260226.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260226'>link</a>.</p>
]]></description>
                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/02/preventing-the-next-tragedy-investigation-of-the-2025-midair-collision-at-dca'>Preventing the Next Tragedy: Investigation of the 2025 Midair Collision at DCA</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/154395/'>Include Pilots in Virginia Sick Leave Legislation!</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260226.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260226'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Preventing the Next Tragedy: Investigation of the 2025 Midair Collision at DCA
Include Pilots in Virginia Sick Leave Legislation!

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>February 20, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>February 20, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/frp_20260219_ep05_v08/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/frp_20260219_ep05_v08/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:07:43 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>February 20, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/02/house-legislation-falls-short-on-safety-after-deadly-dca-crash'>House Legislation Falls Short on Safety After Deadly DCA Crash</a></li>
<li><a href='https://sts2.alpa.org/adfs/oauth2/authorize/?client_id=192fecfe-c72f-4a7c-913c-103ec29e7c41&amp;redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alpa.org%2F&amp;response_type=code%20id_token&amp;scope=openid&amp;state=OpenIdConnect.AuthenticationProperties%3DhBdfJs2hmapYs6N6XddLdstjEeT3_g1chtgzLiW5aPHD7EDflvt8sGhOhrmtbfN63wxRZjw6ls3VzjUne9cwP5uH2Yl91HfpyJUr11lkNVz4ekXkQinkiT1kgX8wTu4tHtffaqOptUNa3kjOd5NwYr47xdujJepuPAECHKIpKE8cHGJc_tzci1S9MPZhSxBvIhtplD5fn_6Xn7umX_O07ExiizalW1otWM2pM4RWCsLlMu960zy-vqpdTo-RFAVQiRBP5jUmxCyiivZYfgNwyD96ovPRwCktsrfIpGvu9snwOi40IxLPlEZ1sJGc_MMe_cFR810LQIUmZDJAt9VcomRJWArSDH8Iyf83gxqcwfbGcq0ayngaA_-f6DXMpCIA9xR0hleYFjNznu8f1tYu7AeaHMFjcfQ3wZ6GkzSz6RpxXlAtLoXjVyT4FVl2UdOwd27IMZ2CFARaxIE3eaGxvQ&amp;response_mode=form_post&amp;nonce=639072259273895866.YzdmY2M5MmQtNmQ1MC00ZTZjLTkzZjctODYxMjA4NjY2ODJlOWVhNjZiNzItZDI0Ni00YzcyLWFhODItYTIzMjAwOTJiZGY4&amp;x-client-SKU=ID_NET461&amp;x-client-ver=5.7.0.0'>Solidarity as Aviation Workers Endure Another Shutdown</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/02/alpa-president-inspires-students-with-a-look-back-and-a-vision-forward'>Building on a 95-Year Legacy: ALPA President Inspires Students with a Look Back and a Vision Forward</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260220.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260220'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>February 20, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/02/house-legislation-falls-short-on-safety-after-deadly-dca-crash'>House Legislation Falls Short on Safety After Deadly DCA Crash</a></li>
<li><a href='https://sts2.alpa.org/adfs/oauth2/authorize/?client_id=192fecfe-c72f-4a7c-913c-103ec29e7c41&amp;redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alpa.org%2F&amp;response_type=code%20id_token&amp;scope=openid&amp;state=OpenIdConnect.AuthenticationProperties%3DhBdfJs2hmapYs6N6XddLdstjEeT3_g1chtgzLiW5aPHD7EDflvt8sGhOhrmtbfN63wxRZjw6ls3VzjUne9cwP5uH2Yl91HfpyJUr11lkNVz4ekXkQinkiT1kgX8wTu4tHtffaqOptUNa3kjOd5NwYr47xdujJepuPAECHKIpKE8cHGJc_tzci1S9MPZhSxBvIhtplD5fn_6Xn7umX_O07ExiizalW1otWM2pM4RWCsLlMu960zy-vqpdTo-RFAVQiRBP5jUmxCyiivZYfgNwyD96ovPRwCktsrfIpGvu9snwOi40IxLPlEZ1sJGc_MMe_cFR810LQIUmZDJAt9VcomRJWArSDH8Iyf83gxqcwfbGcq0ayngaA_-f6DXMpCIA9xR0hleYFjNznu8f1tYu7AeaHMFjcfQ3wZ6GkzSz6RpxXlAtLoXjVyT4FVl2UdOwd27IMZ2CFARaxIE3eaGxvQ&amp;response_mode=form_post&amp;nonce=639072259273895866.YzdmY2M5MmQtNmQ1MC00ZTZjLTkzZjctODYxMjA4NjY2ODJlOWVhNjZiNzItZDI0Ni00YzcyLWFhODItYTIzMjAwOTJiZGY4&amp;x-client-SKU=ID_NET461&amp;x-client-ver=5.7.0.0'>Solidarity as Aviation Workers Endure Another Shutdown</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/02/alpa-president-inspires-students-with-a-look-back-and-a-vision-forward'>Building on a 95-Year Legacy: ALPA President Inspires Students with a Look Back and a Vision Forward</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260220.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260220'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[February 20, 2026 Show Notes
Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!
House Legislation Falls Short on Safety After Deadly DCA Crash
Solidarity as Aviation Workers Endure Another Shutdown
Building on a 95-Year Legacy: ALPA President Inspires Students with a Look Back and a Vision Forward

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>February 12, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>February 12, 2026</itunes:title>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://kennedy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2363'>Ahead of 17th Anniversary of Flight 3407 Crash, Kennedy and Langworthy Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Airline Safety</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/02/workforce-alignment-key-execution-factor-pilots-say-ahead-of-fedex-investor-day'>Workforce Alignment is a Key Execution Factor, Pilots Say Ahead of FedEx Investor Day</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/02/remembering-alpas-only-tuskegee-airman?utm_source=ALPA&amp;utm_medium=fastread&amp;utm_campaign=BHM1'>Remembering ALPA’s Only Tuskegee Airman</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260212.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260212'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://kennedy.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2363'>Ahead of 17th Anniversary of Flight 3407 Crash, Kennedy and Langworthy Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Airline Safety</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/02/workforce-alignment-key-execution-factor-pilots-say-ahead-of-fedex-investor-day'>Workforce Alignment is a Key Execution Factor, Pilots Say Ahead of FedEx Investor Day</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/02/remembering-alpas-only-tuskegee-airman?utm_source=ALPA&amp;utm_medium=fastread&amp;utm_campaign=BHM1'>Remembering ALPA’s Only Tuskegee Airman</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260212.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260212'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!
Ahead of 17th Anniversary of Flight 3407 Crash, Kennedy and Langworthy Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Airline Safety
Workforce Alignment is a Key Execution Factor, Pilots Say Ahead of FedEx Investor Day
Remembering ALPA’s Only Tuskegee Airman

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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>February 6, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/02/congress-ends-shutdown-passes-landmark-aviation-safety-bill-with-key-pilot-provisions'>Congress Ends Shutdown, Passes Landmark Aviation Safety Bill with Key Pilot Provisions</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/02/olympic-bobsledder-coaches-former-team'>Olympic Bobsledder Coaches Former Team</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260205.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260205'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>February 6, 2026 Show Notes</p>
<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/02/congress-ends-shutdown-passes-landmark-aviation-safety-bill-with-key-pilot-provisions'>Congress Ends Shutdown, Passes Landmark Aviation Safety Bill with Key Pilot Provisions</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/02/olympic-bobsledder-coaches-former-team'>Olympic Bobsledder Coaches Former Team</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260205.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260205'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[February 6, 2026 Show Notes
Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Congress Ends Shutdown, Passes Landmark Aviation Safety Bill with Key Pilot Provisions
Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!
Olympic Bobsledder Coaches Former Team

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <itunes:title>January 29, 2026</itunes:title>
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                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/january-29-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:02:07 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li>Remembering PSA Flight 5342, One Year Later
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/01/remembering-psa-flight-5342'>ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi’s message </a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGsZlI42OxU'>Watch the memorial service on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/01/jetblue-pilots-respond-to-companys-disappointing-fourth-quarter-financial-results'>JetBlue Pilots Respond to Company’s Disappointing Fourth Quarter Financial Results</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/154395/'>Call to action for Virginia-based pilots: Contact your state legislators to help ensure that you enjoy the same access to paid sick leave as other workers in Virginia</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260129.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260129'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li>Remembering PSA Flight 5342, One Year Later
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2026/01/remembering-psa-flight-5342'>ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi’s message </a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGsZlI42OxU'>Watch the memorial service on YouTube</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/01/jetblue-pilots-respond-to-companys-disappointing-fourth-quarter-financial-results'>JetBlue Pilots Respond to Company’s Disappointing Fourth Quarter Financial Results</a></li>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/154395/'>Call to action for Virginia-based pilots: Contact your state legislators to help ensure that you enjoy the same access to paid sick leave as other workers in Virginia</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260129.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260129'>link</a>.</p>
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                <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Thanks for listening to the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  
Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Remembering PSA Flight 5342, One Year Later

ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi’s message 
Watch the memorial service on YouTube


Join our Call to Action: Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!
JetBlue Pilots Respond to Company’s Disappointing Fourth Quarter Financial Results
Call to action for Virginia-based pilots: Contact your state legislators to help ensure that you enjoy the same access to paid sick leave as other workers in Virginia

As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this link.]]></itunes:summary>
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        <title>January 23, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>January 23, 2026</itunes:title>
        <link>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/january-23-2026/</link>
                    <comments>https://alpafastread.podbean.com/e/january-23-2026/#comments</comments>        <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:00:36 -0500</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the inaugural episode of the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li>Memorial honoring PSA 5342 victims, including <a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2025/03/wings-of-remembrance'>Capt. Jonathan Campos and Capt. Sam Lilley:</a>
<ul>
<li>Thursday, January 29, 2026</li>
<li>2:00 p.m. Eastern Time</li>
<li>ALPA Offices in McLean, VA</li>
<li><a href='https://psa.alpa.org/'>RSVP</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/01/westjet-pilots-welcome-seat-reconfiguration-reversal'>WestJet Pilots Welcome Seat Reconfiguration Reversal Following Employee and Public Backlash</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/Supporting-Pilots/Benefits-and-Assistance/Scholarships-and-Internships/Christina-Thomson-Scholarship'>Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260123.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260123'>link</a>.</p>
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                                                            <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks for listening to the inaugural episode of the FastRead podcast where we save you the time by doing the talking, bringing you the latest ALPA and industry headlines each week.  </p>
<p>Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  </p>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://alpa.quorum.us/campaign/153741/'>Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!</a></li>
<li>Memorial honoring PSA 5342 victims, including <a href='https://www.alpa.org/articles/2025/03/wings-of-remembrance'>Capt. Jonathan Campos and Capt. Sam Lilley:</a>
<ul>
<li>Thursday, January 29, 2026</li>
<li>2:00 p.m. Eastern Time</li>
<li>ALPA Offices in McLean, VA</li>
<li><a href='https://psa.alpa.org/'>RSVP</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/press-room/2026/01/westjet-pilots-welcome-seat-reconfiguration-reversal'>WestJet Pilots Welcome Seat Reconfiguration Reversal Following Employee and Public Backlash</a></li>
<li><a href='https://www.alpa.org/Supporting-Pilots/Benefits-and-Assistance/Scholarships-and-Internships/Christina-Thomson-Scholarship'>Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship</a></li>
</ul>
<p>As always, you can read the full version of the traditional FastRead at this <a href='https://www.alpa.org/-/media/Project/ALPA/Alpa/Files/ALPA-Documents/Communications/fastread/2026/FastRead-20260123.htm?utm_source=fastread&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=FRaudio&amp;utm_content=email20260123'>link</a>.</p>
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Here’s more on what’s inside this week’s episode:  

Ask Your Representative to Co-Sponsor the ROTOR Act!
Memorial honoring PSA 5342 victims, including Capt. Jonathan Campos and Capt. Sam Lilley:

Thursday, January 29, 2026
2:00 p.m. Eastern Time
ALPA Offices in McLean, VA
RSVP




WestJet Pilots Welcome Seat Reconfiguration Reversal Following Employee and Public Backlash
Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship

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