In this episode of our podcast, Scheduling Committee Vice Chair Captain Chris Leeuw and Airbus PSIT Member Captain Mike Kilmurray provide an update on the first full build month under the new Collective Bargaining Agreement, including the impact of the new MPDPs and duty rig provisions on domestic bid packs. They also discuss staffing and hiring trends, the anticipated system bid, the ongoing return of the MD-11 fleet, and the Secondary Line Replacement  Working Group (SLRWG).

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In this episode of our podcast, R&I Committee member Captain Toby Cline provides an educational update on the APRP payment, including the expected payment timeline.

Toby also reviews key IRS contribution and compensation limits, explains how APRP may interact with pre-tax, Roth, after-tax, and catch-up contributions, and discusses considerations pilots may want to understand when reviewing their PRSP elections. In addition, he highlights several educational and financial planning resources available to pilots through the R&I Committee, Schwab, and Fidelity.

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In this episode of our podcast, MEC Chair Captain Jose Nieves, MEC Vice Chair First Officer Connor Wilm, and MEC Secretary Treasurer First Officer Tony Miles reflect on the recently concluded contract ratification vote and the remarkable level of pilot engagement throughout the process. The discussion highlights the success of the roadshows, the importance of family involvement, and the unity demonstrated by pilots across the system. Looking ahead, the officers discuss the union’s next phase, including contract implementation, enforcement, committee work, and continued member engagement, emphasizing that the completion of negotiations marks not an end but the beginning of a new chapter focused on serving and supporting the pilot group.

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In this episode of our podcast, Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington provides an update on schedule stability, the ongoing return of the MD-11 fleet, recent wins in disputed pairing resolutions, and the continuing staffing challenges impacting bid line guarantees. He also shares insights from the recent SIG Quarterly meeting, discusses retirement and hiring trends, and explains how the timing of the Tentative Agreement vote could affect bidding and pay calculations for July. 

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In this episode of our podcast, R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins breaks down the retirement options included in the Tentative Agreement. The discussion walks through the three available paths, ranging from enhancements to the current plan to entirely new structures, highlighting key features, contribution levels, and important timelines. This overview is designed to help pilots better understand how each option works as they evaluate their choices ahead of the upcoming election window.

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In this episode of our podcast, Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington provides an update on the relative stability of 2026 bidpacks, highlights ongoing challenges such as MD-11 groundings and increased use of base hotel standbys, and shares insights into staffing trends, hiring uncertainty, and upcoming bid expectations. He also touches on the importance of pilot participation in fatigue data collection, recent DART topics, and how potential contract changes could impact scheduling processes moving forward.

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In this episode of our podcast, Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington discusses the May build, current bid trends, increased flying hours driven in part by hotel standby utilization, and what pilots can expect with higher BLGs and continued vacation buyback. He also discusses ongoing adjustments to international flying, the anticipated return of the MD-11, and key insights into the secondary line process. 

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In this episode of our podcast, R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins and committee member Captain Toby Cline discuss upcoming changes to the FedEx Pilots Retirement Savings Plan (PRSP). The conversation focuses on adjustments to the core fund lineup, including the addition of new investment options, the removal of underutilized or outdated funds, and the introduction of white label funds. They also walk through what these changes mean for pilots, key timelines, and what actions, if any, pilots need to take ahead of the May 1, 2026 transition.

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In this episode of our podcast, Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington discusses the April 2026 build, the first five-week bid month of the year, and the continued operational impact of the MD-11 grounding across the fleet.

Marty also addresses bid line guarantees trending high near contractual limits and provides updates on scheduling changes. He also discusses retirements and record resignations, the potential need for future hiring, and broader concerns about staffing, morale, and pilot retention.

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In this episode of our podcast, R&I Committee Member Captain Toby Cline breaks down the new Enhanced Catch-Up Contribution coming to the Pilot Retirement Savings Plan (PRSP) on March 1, 2026. He discusses who qualifies, how the new $11,250 catch-up limit works for pilots ages 60-63, key income-based changes affecting pre-tax contributions, and what pilots need to do to activate the benefit. He also outlines the differences between pre-tax and Roth contributions, and highlights important planning considerations to help pilots maximize their retirement savings.

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