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The Alaska Pilots Podcast

Alaska MEC
Alaska Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines
Joint Collective Bargaining Agreement
MEC
Joint Collective Bargaining Agreement (JCBA)
ALPA
Merger
JCBA
Merger Process
Alaska Pilots
Alaska MEC
Seniority List Integration
Collective Bargaining Agreement
Merger Negotiations
Pay Increases
Mergers
JNC
Preferential Bidding System
Preferential Bidding System (PBS)
Alaska-Hawaiian Joint Collective Bargaining Agreement

Alaska MEC Podcast. Discussions and interviews with ALPA leaders and committee chairs about issues effecting airline pilots.

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With the negotiation of the ALA-HAL Tentative Agreement (TA), Hawaiian pilots will be moving to a system of bidding and scheduling patterned off of the existing Alaska pilots’ system. To cover this new system in more depth and provide Hawaiian pilots... more

For the bidding and scheduling segments in our Tentative Agreement (TA) podcast series, we’ll be covering the important changes from the Alaska and Hawaiian perspectives separately. In this episode, we’re tackling monthly bidding from the Alaska pilo... more

In this episode we’re combining two sections of the new ALA-HAL Tentative Agreement (TA): Section 8 (Deadheading) and Section 9 (Passes & Jumpseat). Deadheading covers circumstances when pilots are traveling on company business, and Passes & Jumpseat... more

The new ALA-HAL Tentative Agreement (TA) contains some significant changes for our pilots on the subject of Vacation. The Alaska system of vacation represents something entirely new for Hawaiian pilots, and there are also changes that affect both pil... more

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Recent Guests

Drew Coyle
Alaska MEC Chair
Alaska Airlines
Episode: ALA-HAL TA: Overview
Larry Payne
Hawaiian MEC Chair
Hawaiian Airlines
Episode: ALA-HAL TA: Overview
David Wilhelm
JCBA co-chair representing Alaska pilots
Alaska pilots, Joint Negotiating Committee
Episode: JCBA Update & Fleet Announcement
Doug Grant
JCBA co-chair representing Hawaiian pilots
Hawaiian pilots, Joint Negotiating Committee
Episode: JCBA Update & Fleet Announcement
Will McQuillen
MEC Chair of Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines
Episode: ALA-HAL: Aircraft Orders, New Base, and JCBA

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Mike Davis
Host and MEC Chair with leadership roles across Hawaiian and ALPA structures.
Kyle Johnson
Host with Alaska MEC ALPA and Alaska Pilots Podcast involvement; focuses on governance and coordination.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • 6 stars if I could!

    Super informative, thanks for all the hard work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grumpycollegestudent
    United States2 years ago
  • Good stuff.

    Keep it up, kids.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rlpape
    United States4 years ago
  • Refreshing new option...

    In an age when I’m obligated to read a myriad of posts, bulletins, updates & briefs, the chance to relax and soak in all the great information and nuance of a long form interview is greatly appreciated. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    737swove
    United States7 years ago
  • Alaska Pilots podcast

    What an invaluable resource to disseminate accurate information to the pilots. Keep up the good work boys and girls. We are behind you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jumpseat Guy
    United States7 years ago

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Valuable for pilots seeking real-world union insights.
Informative, practical take on bargaining and contracts.
Clear emphasis on leadership unity and transparent processes.

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ALA-HAL TA: Overview
Q: What do you think of the takeaway from the Hawaiian side on this agreement?
Payne says the agreement brings substantial changes for Hawaiian pilots, with gains including holiday pay, a 515 average daily guarantee, reserve improvements and a market rate adjustment. He says pilots should use the available guides and resources to understand the new terms.
ALA-HAL TA: Overview
Q: Where are we at in the JCBA process?
After nearly 21 months of negotiations informed by pilot surveys and MEC direction, the Joint Negotiating Committee delivered a tentative agreement, which both MECs approved for a membership ratification vote.
ALPA's Role Behind the KEF Launch
Q: How does ALPA handle acclimation and time-zone changes for Keflavik flights?
Crew acclimation rules (FAR 117) require accounting for non-acclimated times and potential 30-minute FTP penalties, with accommodations for acclimation if delays extend beyond 36 hours.
ALPA's Role Behind the KEF Launch
Q: What are the main constraints driving Keflavik's pairing structure?
Constraints focus on home base timing and walk-algorithms, ensuring duty times, layover length, and CBA protections are respected, with adjustments made to the timing to optimize pairing construction.
ALPA's Role Behind the KEF Launch
Q: Scott, what does ALPA do when a new destination is announced for a highly complex flight?
ALPA coordinates across committees (hotel, security, training, scheduling) with SMEs to assess layovers, hotel sources, scheduling feasibility, and training needs, ensuring all perspectives are integrated to meet CBA requirements.

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What is The Alaska Pilots Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program focuses on leadership, bargaining, and operational issues affecting airline pilots, with frequent discussions around JCBA negotiations, merger implications between Alaska and Hawaiian operations, and contract enforcement. Episodes highlight the importance of leadership unity, transparent communication with pilots, and methodical bargaining strategies, often featuring multiple MEC chairs and hosts who share practical governance, scheduling, and training insights. Notable elements include cross-base coordination, the role of volunteers, and real-world case studies—from grievance handling to fleet transitions—that offer a pragmatic view into pilot unions and airline operations. The show is likely valuable for industry professional... more

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