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Allied Pilots Association

Allied Pilots Association
American Airlines
Allied Pilots Association
Collective Bargaining Agreement
Contract Compliance Committee
Pilot Mutual Aid
Pilot Occupational Disability
Union Series
Project Wingman
Wing 2 Wing
Flight Operations Quality Assurance
National Communications Network
Disabled Pilots Awareness Subcommittee
Supplemental Medical Plan
Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
Aviation Safety Action Program
HIMS
Disabled Pilots Awareness Subcommittee (d-Pasc)
Compass Project
Girls In Aviation Day
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship

“Positive Rate” is designed to help keep the pilots who fly for American Airlines up to date on the issues affecting their professional careers. Produced by the Allied Pilots Association, “Positive Rate” features the union's leaders and subject-matter experts who work on the members' behalf.

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Over the coming months, we will be highlighting APA's Section 6 leadership. This episode features our President, Captain Nick Silva, who served as a member of our Economic & Financial Analysis team during the last contract effort and has used those e... more

APA President Captain Nick Silva and Jamie Baker – Senior Analyst, U.S. Airlines and Aircraft Leasing for J.P. Morgan in New York City – continue their discussion of American Airlines' financial performance, the structure of the airline, the potentia... more

APA President Captain Nick Silva and Jamie Baker – Senior Analyst, U.S. Airlines and Aircraft Leasing for J.P. Morgan in New York City – begin a two-part discussion of American Airlines' financial performance, the structure of the airline, the potent... more

Communications Committee Chair CA Andy Fierro discusses lessons learned with Negotiating Committee Chair CA Adam Rutherford and DCA Domicile Chair CA Chris Wachter, who chaired the Negotiating Committee when the 2023 contract was ratified. Their conv... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Silva
APA President
Allied Pilots Association
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 71: Meet Captain Nick Silva
Jamie Baker
JP Morgan airline analyst
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 69: J.P. Morgan Analyst Jamie Baker (Part 1)
Dennis Tajer
Spokesman and Investor Relations Committee Chair
Allied Pilots Association
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 67: Investor Relations Committee
Matthew Sheehan
A passionate supporter of Above the Clouds initiative and an aviation professional.
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 64: Above the Clouds
Mikael Landau
Deputy Chair of APA Scheduling Committee
Allied Pilots Association
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 61: Scheduling Committee
Vern Reaser
Deputy Chairman of the Sudden Grief Response Program
Sudden Grief Response Program
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 57: Sudden Grief Response Program
James Bailey
Battalion Chief for DFW Airport
DFW Airport
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 43: Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
Nathan Green
Former president of the American Airlines Ski & Snowboard Club
American Airlines Ski & Snowboard Club
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 37: AA Ski & Snowboard Club
Matt Stanley
Chair of the Joint Implementation Action Committee
Allied Pilots Association
Episode: Positive Rate Episode 35: Joint Implementation Action Committee

Hosts

Captain Nick Silva
President of the Allied Pilots Association; host and corporate liaison; spoken about governance and strategy.
Andy Fierro
Captain and Communications Committee Chair; covers investor relations and public negotiations.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • A plus plus

    Great information for pilots deciding which airlines to choose.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PurplePawn
    United States4 years ago
  • Good Length

    Thanks for producing the podcast and for keeping it short and to the point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BillBlaster1
    United States5 years ago
  • Three X Three

    As is often the case with podcasts produced by non-professionals, the broadcast quality is mixed at best—some dialogue is loud and clear, some is weak and barely readable, and the listener’s hand on the volume knob determines the result.

    As for content—informative, somewhat predictable (this is a labor union podcast), and a little infuriating. In the first episode you will learn, for example, why you as a pilot-member cannot be trusted with the results of a polling survey you paid for: because ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    foodboy767
    United States6 years ago
  • Thank you!

    Thanks for putting this together..I appreciate the quick update that allows us to get info while we’re on the run. More of these please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    flyinawa
    United States6 years ago
  • Great communication platform!

    Yes very much enjoyed the ease of receiving information. Looking forward to the next episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Epfanz
    United States6 years ago

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Audience values transparency and data-driven bargaining; looks for actionable takeaways for members and sponsors.
Listeners appreciate direct access to union leadership and practical negotiation insights.
Some episodes have mixed production quality but strong content and timely updates.

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Positive Rate Episode 71: Meet Captain Nick Silva
Q: Why did the board decide not to pursue a vote of no confidence, given member discussions?
The board determined ongoing engagement and professional channels were appropriate, with options to pursue other avenues if concerns remained unaddressed.
Positive Rate Episode 71: Meet Captain Nick Silva
Q: What is your vision for the association over the next few years?
Silva emphasizes sustaining the contract, expanding member resources, strengthening governance, and building toward Section 6 negotiations with a staffed, prepared organization.
Positive Rate Episode 71: Meet Captain Nick Silva
Q: Walk us through a day in the life of Nick Silva.
He describes a balance of internal work enforcing the contract and supporting members, plus external relationship-building with management, other unions, and policymakers.
Positive Rate Episode 71: Meet Captain Nick Silva
Q: So Nick, talk to me a little bit. How did you get into this? What's your background in aviation?
Nick outlines his path from the Air Force through pilot training, serving as a KC-10 instructor, and joining American Airlines in 2014, followed by his transition into APA leadership roles and ENFA.
Positive Rate Episode 69: J.P. Morgan Analyst Jamie Baker (Part 1)
Q: How will those dynamics directly impact American's margin gap on the revenue side, and do you think the airline can close the gap?
Revenue improvements hinge on product differentiation, stronger premium demand, and smarter network planning to capture high-margin markets. While American has made progress in inflight product and premium focus, Baker suggests the margin deficit can be addressed but requires continued strategic shifts and potentially consolidation or reconfiguration of hubs to unlock sustained profitability.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Allied Pilots Association

What is Allied Pilots Association about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on airline pilots, union leadership, and industry strategy, with episodes featuring the Allied Pilots Association's leaders and subject-matter experts. Discussions span leadership philosophy, contract negotiations, data-driven bargaining, investor relations, safety, and sector dynamics affecting major U.S. carriers, especially American Airlines. Notable is the blend of union governance insight, practical negotiations guidance, and real-time perspectives on how public markets and media interact with labor voices. The format often includes candid assessments of negotiation tactics, fleet and network considerations, and the interplay between management decisions and pilot interests, making it valuable for professionals trac... more

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2. Jamie Baker
3. Dennis Tajer
4. Matthew Sheehan
5. Mikael Landau
6. Vern Reaser
7. James Bailey
8. Nathan Green

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