FedEx Pilots’ Guide to TA 2026: The Smart Tax Moves

The Pilot’s Advisor Podcast · May 1, 2026 · 32m

In this episode, Ryan is joined once again by CPA Zach Smith to unpack the FedEx TA 26 retirement choices, this time from a tax and long‑term planning angle. Instead of just chasing the biggest paycheck, they explore how pensions, 401(k)s, and new cash-balance options can create either freedom or a “ticking tax time bomb” in retirement. If you’re a FedEx pilot facing this decision, this conversation will challenge how you think about taxes, flexibility, and your family’s legacy.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

💰 Three Choices: Each leads to very different outcomes

🧨 Tax Pressure: Income…