The Air Line Pilot Podcast provides news and information for pilots to stay up to date on what is happening in their union and across the industry. Through discussions about labor relations, tips for pilots, and aviation news, the podcast brings together pilot leaders, industry experts, policymakers, and more to keep ALPA members informed. The Air Line Pilot Podcast is hosted by Capt. Jason Ambrosi and is a product of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l.
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Recount an exciting chapter in aviation history and the beginnings of the Air Line Pilots Association, the world’s largest pilot union and nongovernmental air safety organization, through an abridged retelling of the book by George E. Hopkins, ”Flying the Line.” Volume 1 narrated by Corey Kuhn. Volume 2 narrated by Gina Leahy.
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International Unity Against Reduced Crew Operations
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Industry stakeholders are working to reduce safety by taking pilots off the flight deck, but ALPA, the European Cockpit Association (ECA), and the International Federation of Air Line Pilots Associations (IFALPA) are united to stop them. ALPA President, Jason Ambrosi interviews ECA President Otjan de Bruijn about the risks and hazards associated wi…
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Aviation Safety in Congress with Rep. Nick Langworthy
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Laws passed by Congress continually make and remake safety in American aviation. Through laws —like the FAA reauthorization bill, passed earlier this year—lawmakers have the power to defend or deteriorate safety in the skies. During ALPA's Legislative Summit, Capt. Jason Ambrosi interviewed Rep. Nick Langworthy (NY-23) one of the key Members of Con…
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Episode 44 - Aftermath —The Disputed Election of 1990 and ALPA’s Future, Part 2
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Hank Duffy’s Executive Administrator Randy Babbitt wins the ALPA presidency in a closely contested election against Roger Hall.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 43 - Aftermath —The Disputed Election of 1990 and ALPA’s Future, Part 1
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Eastern’s Randy Babbit and United’s Roger Hall vie for the ALPA presidency.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Navigating Pilot Mental Health and Wellness
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ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi interviews Dr. Susan Northrup the FAA’s Federal Air Surgeon, who oversees the FAA’s aviation medical programs— about how pilots can stay healthy and navigate mental health concerns with their aviation medical examiner. It is vital that pilots have the resources, support, and access to help mental wellness. Listen…
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Episode 42 - The Eastern Strike and the Fall of Lorenzo, “How do you spell ‘Pyrrhic Victory,’ Frank?” Part 3
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Frank Lorenzo’s failure at Eastern is so complete that he, for all intents and purposes, is finished in the airline industry.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 41 - The Eastern Strike and the Fall of Lorenzo, “How do you spell ‘Pyrrhic Victory,’ Frank?” Part 2
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With no hope of an SOS (suspension of service), the Eastern pilots attempt a “back door” Presidential Emergency Board, which George Bush vetoes.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 40 - The Eastern Strike and the Fall of Lorenzo, “How do you spell ‘Pyrrhic Victory,’ Frank?” Part 1
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In response to the Eastern pilot strike, Frank Lorenzo files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 39 - Lorenzo's Last Gamble: The Origins of the Eastern Strike, Part 3
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ALPA and Frank Lorenzo maneuver for the high ground at Eastern Airlines, and Lorenzo demonstrates that he has no intention of working cooperatively.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 38 - Lorenzo's Last Gamble: The Origins of the Eastern Strike, Part 2
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As Frank Lorenzo gains control of Eastern Airlines, ALPA President Hank Duffy prepares to take on his greatest challenge.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Understanding the Future of Aviation Safety
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Akbar Sultan, Director of NASA's Airspace Operations and Safety Program joins ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi for a conversation about the latest advances in aviation safety research for a behind-the-scenes look at how researchers and pilots are collaborating to strengthen aviation safety. Their discussion covers Airspace Operations and Safety …
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Episode 37 - Lorenzo's Last Gamble: The Origins of the Eastern Strike, Part 1
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ALPA President Hank Duffy struggles to keep ALPA’s larger pilot groups from going independent amid the newly deregulated airline environment.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 36 - National Politics and Mergers: The Election of 1986 and Beyond, Part 3
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Incumbent Hank Duffy and First Vice President Tom Ashwood angle for position in the 1986 ALPA presidential elections.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Stepping up to serve our members is our union’s highest calling. During ALPA’s annual Leadership Training Conference the union’s newest leaders gather to learn more about the resources available to them and best practices for their new leadership position. This month, ALPA President, Capt. Ambrosi spoke with Capt. Tiffany O’Connor (FedEx Express), …
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Episode 35 - National Politics and Mergers: The Election of 1986 and Beyond, Part 2
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With the 1986 ALPA presidential election neck and neck, candidate Tom Ashwood challenges the union’s use of its long-standing, contracted law firm.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 34 - National Politics and Mergers: The Election of 1986 and Beyond, Part 1
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Following watershed strikes at Continental and United, mergers test ALPA’s strength and determination.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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With vital work to negotiate contracts, defend safety, and protect the contract gains made last year, ALPA President, Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the national leadership team to plot a path for 2024. In this conversation First Vice President and National Safety Coordinator, Capt. Wendy Morse, the new Vice President-Administration/Secretary, …
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Episode 33 - Of B-Scales and ALPA’s Future—The United Strike of 1985, Part 3
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A 29-day strike tests the fortitude of the United pilots and ALPA as a whole.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 32 - Of B-Scales and ALPA’s Future—The United Strike of 1985, Part 2
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During the United 29-day strike in 1985, the MEC miraculously convinces 570 new pilots in training not to cross the picket line.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 31 - Of B-Scales and ALPA’s Future—The United Strike of 1985, Part 1
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The United pilots’ Blue Skies honeymoon is cut short with the introduction of a two-tiered wage scale.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Ten new contracts, hundreds of pilots picketing, four congressional hearings. 2023 started out fast and never slowed down. With new contracts, new pilot groups, and membership higher than ever before, this was a banner year for the Air Line Pilots Association. Capt. Jason Ambrosi recounts the events of the past year with Strategic Preparedness and …
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Episode 30 - Blue Skies and MEC Wars—The Origins of the United Strike of 1985, Part 2
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A Ferg-Ferris alliance and the contentious “Blue Skies” agreement lead to concerns about the United pilots’ possible secession from ALPA.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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The Risks of Reduced Crew Operations
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Mid-flight, when a system fails, and an emergency arises, is the wrong time to discover that no one is flying the plane. But efforts to implement Reduced Crew Operations (RCO) are setting the stage for that to become a reality. The growing threat of efforts to remove pilots from the flight deck is one of the greatest risks facing aviation safety to…
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Episode 29 - Blue Skies and MEC Wars—The Origins of the United Strike of 1985, Part 1
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An unlikely connection between United’s CEO and the pilots’ MEC chair leads to a controversial contract proposal.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 28 - The Continental Strike—ALPA’s Dark Night of the Soul, Part 3
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ALPA raises safety concerns as Continental continues to fly during its protracted strike.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Pilot Group Updates Pt. 2: ATI & Endeavor, Delta & United
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2023 was a historic year for ALPA with record contracts, events, and membership growth. In part two of this two-part series of interviews, ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the chairs of four more pilot groups to discuss the challenges and successes they faced this year, and how they’re continuing to support ALPA members. As their g…
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Pilot Group Updates Pt. 1: Alaska & Hawaiian, Air Canada & WestJet, JetBlue & Spirit
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2023 was a historic year for ALPA with record contracts, picketing events, and membership growth. In part one of this two-part series of interviews, ALPA president Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the chairs of several pilot groups to discuss the challenges and successes they earned this year, and how they’re continuing to support ALPA members. B…
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Episode 27 - The Continental Strike—ALPA’s Dark Night of the Soul, Part 2
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The Bildisco decision, although temporary in its precedence, seals the Continental pilots’ fate.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Safety and Security at the ALPA Air Safety Forum
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The annual Air Safety Forum is the pinnacle of ALPA’s work to protect aviation safety and security, and ALPA president, Capt. Jason Ambrosi caught up with First Vice President and National Safety Coordinator, Capt. Wendy Morse and Aviation Security Chair Capt. Wolfgang Koch to discuss this year’s forum. With the rise in unruly passengers, Capt. Koc…
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Episode 26 - The Continental Strike—ALPA’s Dark Night of the Soul, Part 1
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Continental’s striking pilots fight back as Frank Lorenzo looks for ways to keep his airline flying.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 25 - The Origins of the Continental Strike—Lorenzo Prepares His Blitzkrieg, Part 2
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Frank Lorenzo uses the leverage of Chapter 11 to compel Continental pilots to make even more concessions.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Enhancing Safety: A conversation with ALPA Aviation Safety Chair Steve Jangelis
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ALPA has long been at the forefront of strengthening aviation safety—as the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world— and in a conversation with ALPA president, Jason Ambrosi, Aviation Safety Chair, Capt. Steve Jangelis shares ALPA’s role in accident investigations, crafting regulations, and pilot training. As Congress con…
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Episode 24 - The Origins of the Continental Strike—Lorenzo Prepares His Blitzkrieg, Part 1
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With ample resources hidden in Continental Airlines’ parent company, Texas Air Corporation, Lorenzo files for bankruptcy.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Oshkosh: ALPA at the world’s greatest aviation celebration
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Every year, ALPA members and aviation enthusiasts flock to Oshkosh, Wisconsin for the Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual AirVenture. We talked with ALPA volunteers and pilot leaders about their experience at Oshkosh, how ALPA engages with our members there, and what we’re doing to inspire the next generation of airline pilots.…
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Episode 23 - Pilots and PACs, Republicans and Labor—The “Reagan Revolution” Hits ALPA, Part 2
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ALPA’s responds to the adverse effects of deregulation, recession, and the Lorenzo wars by forming a Political Action Committee.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 22 - Pilots and PACs, Republicans and Labor—The “Reagan Revolution” Hits ALPA, Part 1
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In this episode we look at airline deregulation and the evolving nature and influence of the Republican Party.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 21 - Bad Dude Rising—Frank Lorenzo Grabs Continental, Part 3
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Hank Duffy inherits the debacle at Continental.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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The First Six Months, an Interview with ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi
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Six months into his term as ALPA president, Capt. Jason Ambrosi sits down with the Air Line Pilot Podcast to discuss his time in office. In the interview Ambrosi discussed the progress made during his first six months, the fight over the Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill on Capitol Hill, and ongoing work to strengthen aviation sa…
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Episode 20 - Bad Dude Rising—Frank Lorenzo Grabs Continental, Part 2
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A rift between junior and senior Continental pilots occurs when they most desperately need to be unified.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Introducing the Air Line Pilot Podcast, a new show from the Air Line Pilots Association, International.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l
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Episode 19 - Bad Dude Rising—Frank Lorenzo Grabs Continental, Part 1
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Frank Lorenzo takes over Continental Airlines.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 18 - Who Are These Guys?—Frank Lorenzo and His Kind, Part 2
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Frank Lorenzo enters the industry and advances his airline ambitions.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 17 - Who Are These Guys?—Frank Lorenzo and His Kind, Part 1
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A new breed of corporate leadership challenges the status quo in the aviation industry.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 16 - Duffy Takes Charge–A Troubled Transition, Part 2
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We explore the Duffy administration's inauspicious start and the emergence of Frank Lorenzo.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 15 - Duffy Takes Charge—A Troubled Transition, Part 1
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We take a look inside the transition from J.J. O’Donnell's administration to Hank Duffy's.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 14 - Hank Duffy’s Destiny—The Making of an ALPA President, Part 2
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We explore the experiences that led Hank Duffy to pursue the ALPA presidency.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 13 - Hank Duffy’s Destiny—The Making of an ALPA President, Part 1
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In this episode we follow Hank Duffy's path to Delta Air Lines.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 12 - The End of the O’Donnell Era—The Election of 1982, Part 2
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We learn more about the ALPA presidential election of 1982 and how labor protection provisions, or LPPs, played a role.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 11 - The End of the O’Donnell Era—The Election of 1982, Part 1
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We review the events and decisions leading up to the 1982 ALPA presidential election.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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Episode 10 - O’Donnell’s Dilemmas—The PATCO Strike, Braniff, and Furloughs, Part 2
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This episode covers the PATCO strike and its impact on ALPA, the J.J. O’Donnell administration, and airline labor.द्वारा Air Line Pilots Association, International
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