In this podcast, R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins discusses several important benefits updates for FedEx pilots. He provides details on the upcoming implementation of Telehealth as a permanent benefit, set to launch on March 1st. Kevin discusses the transition from Express Scripts to Optum RX as the new Pharmacy Benefit Manager, which will take effect on January 1, 2026. Additionally, he highlights the outsourcing of Pilot Benefits Administration to bswift, effective March 1. Finally, he discusses the Pilot Retirement Saving Plan (PRSP) update document created by the committee and informs pilots about a limited-time opportunity to enroll in an ALPA National Disability Plan before March 17th.

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In this podcast, Marcus Migliore, ALPA’s General Counsel and Director, Legal Department, provides an update to a previously released podcast “Lawyers, Guns and Money” where he discussed legal issues that are relevant to our current bargaining environment at FedEx. He explains the challenges pilots face in trying to file status quo lawsuits due to the courts’ interpretation of the Railway Labor Act. Marcus also addresses the specific issue of FedEx’s use of Section 4.A.2.c of the contract, which has negatively impacted pilot schedules and pay. At the conclusion of this update we replay the original podcast “Lawyers, Guns and Money” for those who may have missed it. 

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In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the latest updates from the March build week, including an increase in overall system-wide credit hours as well as month over month increases in regular line averages compared to January and February. Marty also explains the PSIT efforts to track and review extra pairings while also discussing pilots’ concerns of SAM manipulation in our current environment. Finally, Marty discussed the recently completed SIG Quarterly meeting.

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In this podcast, Council 26 Chair and Block 6 Representative, First Officer Bryan Watson, discusses his aviation background, previous union experience, and his role as a union representative at FedEx ALPA. He emphasizes the importance of frequent polling to reflect pilot concerns and guide negotiations. He discusses the challenges the union faces in negotiations with the Company and the need for a productive path forward.

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In this podcast, Professional Standards Chair Captain Nick Richardson discusses the challenges FedEx pilots are facing, both in their work and personal lives, and the role of the Professional Standards Committee in providing support and resources. He also introduces the newly formed Pilot Media Group, which aims to educate and protect pilots regarding their online behavior and potential violations of company policies. Pilot Media Group representative Captain Trenton Harris explains their approach of reaching out to pilots to inform them of potential hazards and provide guidance on how to avoid disciplinary actions. He also highlights the importance of pilots being aware of company policies, such as Appendix S, and the potential consequences of their electronic exchanges, including social media posts and group chats.

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In this episode of our podcast we talk with Grievance Committee member, First Officer Brian Baldwin. Brian discusses disruption pay for pilots, including when a trip becomes eligible for disruption, how disruptions are paid, and the different types of disruptions such as landing disruptions, layover changes, crew designation changes, out-and-back disruptions, and single layover disruptions. He also covers situations where an extra landing does not count as a disruption and how to determine the disruption pay. 

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In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the latest updates from February’s build week.. He also dives into key topics affecting pilots, including credit hour trends, SAM calculations, reserve management, and the operational risks posed by current scheduling practices. Marty sheds light on concerns about flight scheduling transparency and the Company’s approach to handling extra pairings.

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In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses ongoing challenges in pilot scheduling including declining BLGs, revisions, extensions, lower reserve coverage, and increased fatigue calls and reports. He also discusses the impact of pairing optimization on operational reliability. Marty highlights how the Company’s goal to put us into 4.A.2.c is putting more stress on every line pilot and increasing the Company’s operational risk. 

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In this podcast episode, we talk with Trip Services Committee Chair Captain Don Unwin and Vice Chair First Officer Jackie Crawford. They discuss the work of their committee and explain that the committee’s goal is to enhance pilots’ quality of life through hotel, catering, and transportation services. They collaborate with Crew Travel Services, gather pilot feedback through reports, and emphasize data-driven decisions to address and improve issues like non-contract hotels, safety, and service quality.

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In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins. Kevin provides an update on the current work of the R&I Committee and discusses the resolution to grievance 23-05 regarding telehealth coverage and the portable CPAP.

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