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.”