In this episode of our podcast, Negotiating Committee Chair First Officer Alan Bjorklund and Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington discuss recent progress in bargaining, including Tentative Agreements on Sections 4 and 12. They outline improvements to MPDP pay triggers, duty rigs, and extension limits, as well as new provisions that enhance scheduling flexibility and quality of life. The discussion also highlights continued work on Section 25. Both emphasize a focus on progress-driven negotiations and the importance of staying engaged, informed, and united as efforts continue toward a highly ratifiable agreement.

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In this episode of our podcast, the Grievance Committee Chair, Captain Chris Wood; Scheduling Committee Chair, Captain Marty Harrington; Negotiating Committee Chair, First Officer Alan Bjorklund; and a Senior Attorney with the ALPA Legal Department sit down to discuss an update on Grievance 25-01.

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In this episode of our podcast, Negotiating Committee Chair First Officer Alan Bjorklund provides an update on negotiations and the return to direct bargaining with the Company. Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington joins the podcast and they discuss the use of Subject Matter Experts to aid in negotiations, upcoming sessions, and ongoing preparation. They also address rumors and highlight the Negotiating Committee’s focus on moving negotiations forward efficiently while maintaining high expectations for the final outcome. 

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In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Safety Committee Chair Captain Jim Perry, Security Committee Chair Captain Bill Schild, Grievance Committee Chair Captain Chris Wood, and Professional Standards Committee Chair Captain Nick Richardson. The committee chairs discuss some of the issues impacting our professionalism and careers at FedEx.

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In this episode of our podcast, Council 26 Chair/Block 6 Representative First Officer Bryan Watson addresses his council on the latest developments with the MEC. 

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In this episode of our podcast, Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington discusses the November build and explains what pilots can expect during Peak. He discusses scheduling challenges, staffing imbalances and how the committee continues to address risks. 

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In this episode of our podcast, Grievance Committee Vice Chair Captain JB Stettler discusses the committee’s work on both discipline and administrative cases. He discusses issues that are front and center, and why keeping good records and using resources like the DART system are critical for protecting pilots’ rights. 

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In this episode of our podcast, Safety Committee Vice Chair Captain Ken Nix and LOSA Co-Coordinator Captain Jason Gunderson discuss the upcoming Line Operations Safety Audit (LOSA) at FedEx. They break down how the program is structured, the role of ALPA volunteers, and why this collaborative effort between the union and the company is a critical step in strengthening our safety system.

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In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins about the upcoming 2026 open enrollment period, scheduled for October 14-29. He highlights important updates, including a new pharmacy benefit manager, changes to catch-up contributions, and reminders about beneficiary selections and wellness rewards. He also shares details about this year’s in-person and online benefits seminars.

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In this episode, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington for an update on October’s build week. He provides updates on credit hours, SAM triggers, and the impact of carryout heading into the peak season. Marty also shares how PSIT advocacy continues to deliver real wins for pilots. The discussion also covers disputed pairings, the long-delayed secondary line replacement and LOSA.  

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