The ALPA Hall of Presidents
These individuals represent the evolution of the airline piloting
profession and embody the veracity and resilience of the office they have
shared. In the 82 years since ALPA was founded, these elected representatives
have worked with their fellow pilots to build consensus about what’s best for
the profession and the industry. Their collective actions and accomplishments
remind us of the incredible progress made in air travel since the early days of
airmail pilots flying in open cockpits, with nothing but basic stick-and-rudder
skills and what they could see to guide them.