Ep 242 What's a Pilot Union? Inside ALPA's World of Negotiations, Grievances, and Support
In this episode, Nik Fialka sits down with Tom Cross of ALPA—the largest union for airline pilots—to pull back the curtain on union life. Together, they cover everything from the basics of union membership and its benefits to the intricate processes of contract negotiation, grievance handling, and conflict resolution on the flight deck. This episode demonstrates that union solidarity goes far beyond contract language—it's about safety, unity, and mutual support across every facet of an airline pilot's life.
What You'll Learn in this Episode:
How ALPA is structured, from local councils to the…
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