Release #: 20.39
November 30, 2020

ALPA Statement on the Passing of TTD President Larry Willis

MCLEAN, Va.—ALPA president Capt. Joe DePete issued the following statement today on the tragic passing of Larry Willis, president of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD):

“ALPA sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of our dear colleague, Larry Willis.

“During his tenure at TTD, Larry fought tirelessly to help advance aviation safety and cared deeply about the health and safety issues facing pilots and crewmembers. He was an expert on international aviation policy and fervently sought to protect and promote U.S. airline workers. His principled leadership was a testament to his passion for lifting up America’s frontline transportation workers and will leave a powerful legacy.

“Larry’s thoughtfulness and dedication touched all those around him, and his contributions to the labor movement will not be forgotten. ALPA will deeply miss our friend and ally.”

Founded in 1931, ALPA is the largest airline pilot union in the world and represents over 59,000 pilots at 35 U.S. and Canadian airlines. Visit the ALPA website at alpa.org or follow us on Twitter @ALPAPilots.

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