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Jul 29, 2024
Jul 29, 2024
5 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with interim Pilot-to-Pilot (P2P) Committee Chair Captain Andrew Harmon. This is the second episode focusing on the P2P Committee. Andrew discusses the recent “All In” campaign announced by MEC Chair Captain Jose Nieves and the role P2P will play during this campaign. He provides additional details about the meaning of “All In” and where pilots can obtain one of the new “All In” lanyards.
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Jul 26, 2024
Jul 26, 2024
5 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with interim Pilot-to-Pilot (P2P) Committee Chair Captain Andrew Harmon. Andrew discusses the role P2P plays and the importance of this committee in our current environment. He also discusses his connection with the Negotiating Committee, the process involved with becoming a P2P representative and the goals of the P2P Committee.
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Jul 15, 2024
Jul 15, 2024
11 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scope Committee Chair Captain Sal Infante, Vice Chair First Officer Dan Silbaugh and committee member First Officer Luis Quiros. The Scope Committee provides an update on recent work since the last scope podcast was released and some of the data they are tracking thanks to DART reports from line pilots. These DART reports and other capabilities within the committee help shed light on how the company arranges its air network. The committee also discusses the recent contract comparison published by IPA and the differences between our contract and IPA’s contract.
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Jul 5, 2024
Jul 5, 2024
15 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the August 2024 build week and the lack of information being provided by the Company regarding the upcoming October system form changes. Marty also discusses XTRA pairings dropping into open time, how that relates to the SAM, and reminds pilots of how closely the PSIT tracks the SAM. Finally, Marty discusses the Anchorage disputes, system bid rumors and reminds pilots about the new scheduling app.
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Jun 7, 2024
Jun 7, 2024
22 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the July 2024 build week and the current uncertainty related to the postal contract loss. Marty also discusses in more detail the Impact Analysis and how it is helping his committee navigate through the lack of information being provided by the Company. Finally, Marty discusses the importance of pilots understanding when best to proffer trips and also discusses the NEW SCHEDULING APP. Click on the link here or in the transcription to try it out!
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May 10, 2024
May 10, 2024
18 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the current hot topic related to the postal contract loss and the impact analysis the Scheduling Committee is tasked with doing. Marty also discusses the June 2024 build week and provides an update on grievances associated with the Scheduling Committee. Finally, Marty discusses the airline’s staffing and the recent Fatigue Risk Quarterly meeting.
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Apr 22, 2024
Apr 22, 2024
17 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with incoming Negotiating Committee Chair Captain John Gustafson. John discusses his background with FedEx, previous Union experience, and the ongoing transition process with the current Negotiating Committee. He also discusses the additional members of his committee and what he sees as the next steps in the negotiating process.
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Apr 5, 2024
Apr 5, 2024
17 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the recent news regarding FedEx’s loss of the postal contract and the May 2024 build week. Additionally, he discusses the ANC dispute issue, the FERC dispute process and why fatigue calls and reports matter, Scheduling Grievance 23-18 and other scheduling issues.
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Mar 15, 2024
Mar 15, 2024
9 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Vice Chair First Officer Ben Monshor. Ben discusses some upcoming insurance deadlines and provisions in the CBA that require the company to meet with our R&I Committee. He also discusses additional boards and committees that the R&I Committee is responsible for and his role on ALPA National’s R&I Committee.
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Mar 8, 2024
Mar 8, 2024
19 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the April 2024 build week and other scheduling issues. He also answers questions submitted by pilots related to scheduling issues.
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Feb 10, 2024
Feb 10, 2024
14 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses what’s been happening since Peak and the March 2024 build week. He also discusses recent emails received from pilots related to scheduling issues.
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Feb 6, 2024
Feb 6, 2024
21 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Fatigue Risk Management Committee Chair Captain Rob Bassett. Rob discusses the roles and responsibility of his committee and the tools available to FedEx pilots when it comes to assessing fatigue. He also discusses the process on how to call in fatigue and the importance of filing a Fatigue Report and DART.
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Jan 22, 2024
Jan 22, 2024
9 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scope Committee Chair Captain Sal Infante. This is the second episode in a series that will focus on scope. Sal discusses his previous union experience and dives into the current work being done by the Scope Committee. He also discusses recent DARTs the committee has received and provides responses to those DART questions. He also explains the difference between interlining, co-loading and code-sharing in relation to moving freight.
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Jan 17, 2024
Jan 17, 2024
7 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins and R&I Committee Member Captain Toby Cline. This is the third episode in a series that will focus on R&I.Kevin and Toby discuss the history of our retirement beginning with the 1999 contract. This podcast serves as an educational piece. The MEC tasked the R&I Committee to educate the crewforce on retirement options available to pilots.
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Jan 13, 2024
Jan 13, 2024
11 min
In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins and R&I Committee Members Captain Toby Kline and First Officer James Olsen. This is a special episode in a series that will focus on R&I.This episode discusses the Market-Based Cash Balance Plans at other airlines, such as Delta, United and Southwest. They also discuss cash over cap, spillover and IRS limits.
This podcast serves as an educational piece. The MEC tasked the R&I Committee to educate the crewforce on retirement options available to pilots. You can expect more episodes in the future regarding R&I education.
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