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Leadership From the Flight Deck

This week, the Office of the Inspector General for the Department of Transportation (OIG) released a report affirming the importance of pilot training. Throughout our more than eight decade history, ALPA has maintained that a well-trained flightcrew is the single most important safety asset on any flight. We are pleased that this recent report affirms the importance of this issue to the airline industry.

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Recently, ALPA asked members to submit memories of the first flying experience as part of an ongoing series to help inspire the next generation of airline pilots.  Among the many responses we received from pilots across the world, Capt. Thomas Bishop and Capt. Gene McClure shared the moments that helped lead them to becoming an airline pilots.

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By Capt. Tim Canoll

As ALPA ushers in a New Year, we take a moment to reflect on the achievements of the past year and renew our energy and commitment to realizing our union’s vision for the piloting profession and the North American airline industry. This year marks ALPA’s 85th anniversary. The knowledge and resources forged from eight decades of experience give us the strength and credibility to remain the most influential and respected voice in aviation and to pursue the highest standards of safety, security, and pilot assistance.

In the coming year, our union will do even more to build on decades of work to support our members in every way possible as many pilot groups begin or continue the hard work of negotiating collective bargaining agreements. We'll also keep watch in the year ahead for opportunities to advance labor as a whole.

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There’s no question that pilots have the best office view. As professional airline pilots, they are exposed to many scenes that others never see. From spectacular views of landscapes to beautiful sunsets above 36,000 feet, whether in the cockpit or viewing from afar, the stunning views from the pilots’ eye are certainly one of a kind.  Photos selected adhere to all FAA and Transport Canada regulations. 

Since we launched our Instagram account last year, ALPA pilots have helped open their world to others by sharing a glimpse of their breathtaking, everyday visuals. 

As we close out 2015, we wanted to share some of the great photos our pilots shared with us on Instagram. 

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Read Capt. Canoll’s opinion piece published today in The Hill where he calls on Congress, as it considers reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration, to regulate shipments of lithium batteries because lives depend on it.



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