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February 7, 2012 ALPA to Testify on Value of GPS
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February 6, 2012 FAA Reauthorization Senate Vote a Win for Aviation Safety
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FAA Reauthorization Senate Vote a Win for Aviation Safety Long-Term Bill Fosters U.S. Airline Industry Economic Competitiveness, Jobs
February 6, 2012 - Capt. Lee Moak, president of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), issued the following statement after announcement of the passage by the U.S. Senate of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (H.R. 658), a long-term, multi-year Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization conference report.
“The U.S. Senate’s vote today to pass full, long-term Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization marks a significant accomplishment for the U.S. airline industry and its employees. It allows this country to pursue vital aviation safety research, develop new technology, and modernize the air transportation system while helping to ensure our ability to compete globally and foster economic growth and jobs.”
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CIRP Chairmen’s Meeting May 21-22, 2012
Denver, CO
The Air Line Pilots Association, International is holding its annual CIRP Chairmen’s Meeting May 21-22, 2012 in Denver, CO. The meeting will begin at 9:00 am on the 21st and go until approximately 5:00 pm that day, then resume at 9:00 am on the 22nd and end early enough for attendees to commute home. Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day. The meeting will be oriented toward helping chairs run their committees. Register online.
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ALPA Cautions Pilots on New Canadian SID/STAR Phraseology February 2, 2012 - On Feb. 9, Canada will implement new SID/STAR phraseology and procedures. In Canada, pilots must comply with published SID/STAR altitude restrictions, even if a subsequent altitude is given, unless ATC specifically cancels them. This differs from FAA procedures and phraseology, in which any new altitude clearance cancels any previous altitude restriction unless the restriction is restated.
Read ALPA Operations Bulletin 2012-1, issued yesterday, and learn more important details about the differences between FAA and NAV Canada SID/STAR phraseology requirements.
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Pressing Congress for FAA Reauthorization Conference Report February 2, 2012 - ALPA Director of Government Affairs Michael Robbins today wrote to members of Congress, asking them to support H.R. 658, the FAA Reauthorization Conference Report. ALPA will track how members of Congress vote on H.R. 658 and score their votes in ALPA’s new 2012 congressional scorecard.
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Statement by Capt. Erik Sparks, Chairman of ALPA’s Ryan International Airline Master Executive Council February 2, 2012 - “On Wednesday, February 1, 2012, Ryan International Airlines management notified ALPA that the company would immediately be furloughing 38 out of its 139 pilots for an indefinite period. These furloughs were made based on aircraft type and not in order of seniority, failed to provide the required advance notice, and violated numerous other provisions of Ryan’s collective bargaining agreement with ALPA.”
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U.S. House Passage of FAA Reauthorization Major Step for U.S. Airline Industry Multi-Year Bill Helps Secure Jobs for Airline Employees
February 3, 2012 - Capt. Lee Moak, president of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), issued the following statement after announcement of the passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (H.R. 658), a long-term multi-year Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill. The bill is expected to be considered by the U.S. Senate next week.
“The pilots of the Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), hail the passage of this legislation as a major step forward for the U.S. airline industry. After more than five years and 23 extensions, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a significant step closer to finally receiving the reauthorization it needs to fulfill its mission and proceed with the crucial work of ensuring that U.S. air transportation achieves the highest possible safety standards.”
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Moak Lays Out Top Pilot Issues at National Press Club  February 2, 2012 - At the National Press Club, Capt. Lee Moak, president of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l, today discussed with leading aviation journalists ALPA pilots’ perspectives on developments in the airline industry and the union’s priorities in 2012.
• View a photo slideshow of the press briefing.
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February 2, 2012 Moak Lays Out Top Pilot Issues at National Press Club
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