As the largest airline pilot union in the world, ALPA is uniquely committed to safety, in large part because of our founding members' determination to build safety into the core structure of the Association. For more than 85 years, generations of airline pilot representatives have maintained the integrity of ALPA’s motto, “Schedule with Safety”. 

Happy April Fool’s Day! On a day typically filled with practical jokes and hoaxes, we’re taking a look at five amazing aviation world records. No joking around here; these pilots set out to achieve the impossible, and made it happen. (Really!)

To wrap up Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the accomplishments of a woman who achieved the impossible with dignity and professionalism. She was not one for speeches and fame. Rather, she was content to quietly follow her dreams, no matter how high or far they reached.

March 23^rd is World Meteorological Day, and this year’s theme is particularly interesting to aviation enthusiasts: understanding clouds. 

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! As the world’s largest airline pilot union, ALPA represents and advocates for some of the best pilots in the skies. To celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day, we’re bringing you five reasons why we feel especially lucky to represent our pilots.