Capt. Richard Odbert, FedEx Express

2022 AVIATION JUMPSEAT AWARD

Capt. Rich Odbert is being honored with the 2022 ALPA Aviation Jumpseat Award for his work in making jumpseat privileges more accessible to his fellow pilots. He currently serves ALPA’s Jumpseat Committee as director of Legislation, Regulations and Compliance, as well as Governmental Affairs. He previously served for 15 years as the committee’s chair, and also previously held the position of vice chair.

Odbert has been involved with ALPA’s Jumpseat program since its inception and has influenced its development and implementation throughout its existence. He has served ALPA as a member of the Air Safety Organization Steering and Oversight Committee and has been a member of the FedEx MEC Jumpseat Committee.

Capt. Odbert’s work has also included assistance with initial development of the Cockpit Access Security System and Known Crewmember, work with the International Federation of Air Line Pilots’ Associations, and assisting pilots with jumpseating during COVID-19.

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