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Engage: The Podcast for Delta Pilots

Delta MEC Communications
Delta Air Lines
ALPA
Pilot Assistance Network
Contract 2026
MEC
Group Variable Universal Life Insurance
Negotiating Committee
Profit Sharing
Delta MEC
Mental Health and Aviation Act
Contract Negotiations
Scheduling Committee
Voluntary Airport Standby
University Of New Hampshire
Aviation Safety Action Program
Mental Health Awareness Month
Delta Airlines
Safety Culture
Advanced Entitlements
Section 6 Negotiations

Engage is a product of the Delta Air Lines ALPA Master Executive Council Communications Committee. Delivering important news, information and updates, the podcast touches on all areas of being a pilot at Delta Air Lines, with an emphasis on upcoming contract negotiations and quality of life for Delta pilots.

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The weekend is cleared for takeoff ✈️, and this latest edition of Engage Weekly has some positive news from the negotiating table.

Get caught up on the latest news and events from the Delta MEC.

News rundown below 👇

• Negotiating Committee Update... more

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The weekend is taxiing into view ✈️, and this latest edition of Engage Weekly has plenty on the frequency. Get caught up on the latest news and events from the Delta MEC.

News rundown below 👇

• Welcome Aboard — October 6 New Hire Class

• Introduc... more

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Before taking off into this weekend, run down this checklist of the latest news from the Delta MEC:

• New FRMS Short Call Assignment Automation

• Engage: Trip Coverage Shenanigans: The ARCOS Blame Game

• Welcome Aboard! - September 29 New Hire Cla... more

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Trip coverage shenanigans continue. Pilots are hearing the finger-pointing from management over trip coverage, ARCOS, auto-accept, and operational reliability, and many are asking a pretty simple question: How is this our problem?

Engage host First ... more

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Recent Guests

Rich Wheeler
Executive Administrator of the Delta MEC
Delta MEC
Episode: E82: Trip Coverage Shenanigans: The ARCOS Blame Game
Ian Turner
Chairman of the Scheduling Committee
Delta MEC
Episode: E82: Trip Coverage Shenanigans: The ARCOS Blame Game
Josh Cantrell
Vice Chairman of the Scheduling Committee
Delta MEC
Episode: E82: Trip Coverage Shenanigans: The ARCOS Blame Game
Jason Ambrosy
ALPA President Captain
ALPA
Episode: Engage Weekly - News You Need to Know - September 25, 2026
Kevin Brady
Delta MEC Communications Chair, First Officer
Delta MEC
Episode: Engage Weekly - News You Need to Know - September 25, 2026
Shane Corbett
Delta MEC Secretary, Captain
Delta MEC
Episode: Engage Weekly - News You Need to Know - September 25, 2026
Maggie Ickoff
Delta MEC Atlanta First Officer Representative
Delta MEC
Episode: Engage Weekly - News You Need to Know - September 25, 2026
Evan Baach
Chair, Strategic Planning Committee
Delta Pilots, Strategic Planning Committee
Episode: Hold the Line: Unity Is Our Leverage
Eric Cowen
Chair, Strike Preparedness Committee
Delta Pilots, Strike Preparedness Committee
Episode: Hold the Line: Unity Is Our Leverage

Hosts

Adam Yuhan
Host and producer delivering weekly MEC engagement headlines; Engage Podcast producer
Ryan Argenta
Host of Engage: The Podcast for Delta Pilots; interview host

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
  • Guest Microphones

    Are multiple guests sharing one microphone? It sounds like some are running up to the mic while talking, starting sentences very weak. The information is invaluable and I’d hate to miss something for someone not talking directly into the mic. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Flyboy8811
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    As a new hire and someone coming from the military with no 121 experience these have been an awesome resource already for me. This has been a great reference to not only what the ALPA does for me, but offers a glimpse behind the curtain in how the union operates and what they are doing with negotiations. Well worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Duffman5961
    United States4 years ago
  • Very informative

    I’d been reading about these in the emails but put off listening until today. Let me say wow, these are really informative, well made, and just a high quality podcast. I’ve listened to half of them while deadheading around. Summer survival and Fatigue ones were valuable resources. The Mother’s Day one was shocking to hear how rough the conditions are for our pilot mothers.

    Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frers 36 sailor
    United States4 years ago
  • Fantastic resource

    Keep up the good work. This podcast is a wonderful resource for Delta pilots and is very much appreciated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jep740
    United States5 years ago

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Episodes on momemts like safety programs and wellbeing are particularly impactful.
Listeners appreciate practical, inside-baseball insights into union operations.
Governance and dues discussions help demystify ALPA processes for pilots.
High-quality production and informative episodes; very useful for new hires and veterans alike.

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E82: Trip Coverage Shenanigans: The ARCOS Blame Game
Q: What do you need for pilots? What do you want pilots to take away from this episode?
Wheeler urges pilots to stay engaged with their representatives, read union updates, support negotiators, and maintain unity. The Scheduling Committee says pilots should use ARCOS in the way they believe best suits them.
E82: Trip Coverage Shenanigans: The ARCOS Blame Game
Q: Are they really systemic? Are they really related to ARCOS? Are they really pilot-centric? Are pilots the problem here? And if so, what can pilots do to help the operation?
The guests attribute the problems chiefly to fragile rotations, excessive open time, inadequate staffing, and ARCOS call volumes. They say pilots use auto-accept to avoid nuisance calls and should continue choosing what works best for them.
E79: Following the Money - Dues Down, Value Up, Money Back in Your Pocket
Q: What does the Executive Council do for Delta pilots on a day-to-day basis?
The EC acts as the fiduciary, approving budgets, overseeing MEC spending, and ensuring that any expenditures over a threshold like $20,000 are authorized, with a focus on returning more money and value back to the MECs and pilots.
E76: Premium Profits and Pilot Leverage: Making the Most of This Moment
Q: How should pilots think about this record profitability when negotiating a long-term contract?
Rushi explains that pilots are negotiating from a position of strength due to Delta's investment-grade balance sheet, high liquidity, and sustained profitability, but they should weigh the ability to pay against future macro risks and the need to balance year-by-year gains with longer-term gains.
E75: Quick Slips, Scheduling Shenanigans, and How We Got Here: A Roadmap Through the Chaos
Q: How will Quick Slips interact with existing coverage ladders and 23M7 payouts?
If scheduling uses Quick Slips, 23M7 payouts will still occur for those pilots who would have otherwise been paid under the old system; Quick Slips are a mandatory step that cannot be bypassed, and they replace the need to jump straight to inverse assignment in most cases.

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What is Engage: The Podcast for Delta Pilots about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show serves Delta pilots with a steady stream of union news, contract updates, scheduling insights, and practical guidance for daily life in the cockpit. Episodes consistently thread together behind-the-scenes governance, dues and financial moves, pay rules, and tools that impact scheduling and bidding, with clear tips for pilots to stay informed and engaged. A notable strength is the ability to translate complex union processes and contract provisions into actionable takeaways, often featuring guest voices from scheduling, safety, and ALPA leadership to illuminate how policy changes play out in real operations. Overall, it's especially valuable for Delta pilots seeking clarity on negotiations, resources, and how collective actions tra... more

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Recent guests on Engage: The Podcast for Delta Pilots include:

1. Rich Wheeler
2. Ian Turner
3. Josh Cantrell
4. Jason Ambrosy
5. Kevin Brady
6. Shane Corbett
7. Maggie Ickoff
8. Evan Baach

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