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Positive Rate Episode 12: Agreement in Principle and the Path Ahead May 26, 2023

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In the latest episode of our “Positive Rate” podcast, APA President CA Ed Sicher and Vice President CA Chris Torres discuss next steps following last Thursday's announcement of an agreement in principle (AIP) between APA and American Airlines management on a new collective bargaining agreement. Among the topics covered: the difference between an AIP and a tentative agreement, whether APA should consider enlisting the assistance of the National Mediation Board, and the process for ensuring the membership is able to make an informed decision once they have the opportunity to cast a vote on a new agreement.

Positive Rate Episode 11: Systemwide Picketing on May 1 Apr 26, 2023

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In the latest episode of our “Positive Rate” podcast, STOP Committee Chair CA Steve Pacheco and Deputy Chair CA Andrea Hoover stress the importance of pilots joining our systemwide informational picketing scheduled from 1100 to 1300 local time on May 1. Click here to RSVP.

Host FO Tami McBride also speaks to FO Andy Fierro, one of the volunteers who has been working in the Strike Center all month to ensure maximum turnout for the strike authorization vote. If you have not yet cast a ballot, click here to vote. Voting will close at 2359 Central on April 30. If you have questions, call the Strike Center at 855-AP-STRIK (855-277-8745).

As mentioned in last week's News Digest, APA has prepared a series of documents about the Railway Labor Act and the National Mediation Board to help educate the membership:

Positive Rate Episode 10: Keeping Our Families Engaged Apr 20, 2023

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FO Tami McBride talks with APA Vice President CA Chris Torres and his wife, Cheyanne. They answer questions about the strike authorization vote to clear up some misconceptions, and they also discuss ways that pilots' families can remain engaged and informed regarding contract negotiations. As FO McBride mentions in this episode, pilots can share their views with APA leadership by submitting a Sound Off.

Positive Rate Episode 9: Patience is the Utmost Virtue Apr 09, 2023

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Hosts CA Sander Mertz and FO Tami McBride talk with APA President CA Ed Sicher about why the Board of Directors has scheduled a second April meeting with the Negotiating Committee, the importance of the ongoing strike authorization vote, and how he expects CEO Robert Isom to try direct negotiations with the pilot group. “Patience is the utmost virtue right now,” CA Sicher said.

Positive Rate Episode 8: Strike Authorization Vote Mar 21, 2023

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In the latest episode of our “Positive Rate” podcast, host CA Sander Mertz talks with Strike and Tactical Operations (STOP) Committee Chair CA Steve Pacheco about the forthcoming strike authorization vote. CA Pacheco emphasizes the importance of a strong voter turnout and urges all members to vote yes as a demonstration of our collective resolve to secure an industry-leading contract.

Each episode of “Positive Rate” features various APA leaders and the subject-matter experts working on the membership's behalf. The podcast is available through popular streaming services, including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify – you can search for “Positive Rate” or “Allied Pilots Association” on your platform of choice to subscribe and download.

APA National Town Hall Meeting (3-15-23) Mar 16, 2023

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APA's monthly National Town Hall Meetings are intended to provide updates to the membership from the National Officers, Board of Directors, and national committees, and they typically include opportunities to answer your questions.

Positive Rate Episode 7: Unionism Is Not Transactional Feb 22, 2023

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In the latest episode of our “Positive Rate” podcast, which was recorded last week, hosts CA Sander Mertz and FO Tami McBride talk with LGA Domicile Chair CA Larry Cutler and Vice Chair CA Jim Scanlan about their recent domicile update regarding the importance of actively participating in your union. “Engaging solely online does not qualify as union activism,” the LGA Domicile Officers emphasize. “Together, we are the union and must act accordingly to achieve the CBA we have earned with our skill, experience, dedication, and professionalism.”

APA National Town Hall Meeting (2-15-23) Feb 16, 2023

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Positive Rate Episode 6: A Conversation with the Hotel Committee Feb 14, 2023

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In the latest episode of our “Positive Rate” podcast, which was recorded before last week's special Board of Directors meeting, hosts CA Sander Mertz and FO Tami McBride talk to the Hotel Committee's FO Andrew Zahn and FO Carmen Thompson about American Airlines' new hotel at Skyview 6, the differences between a Hotel Debrief and the Hotel Survey on the APA Mobile app, and why using BizHero is never a good idea.

As FO Zahn mentioned in the episode, any pilot in long-course training can opt out of the Skyview hotel by calling the AA Service Center at 682-278-9339 or 682-278-9355. The same goes for pilots who want to be moved to the Skyview hotel.

Click here to read about the Expedited Presidential Grievance regarding Holiday Pay, and click here to review the Quick Reference Hotels document.

Positive Rate Episode 5: Assessing Delta TA and Rollout of TTS Feb 01, 2023

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In the latest episode of our “Positive Rate” podcast, Communications Committee members CA Sander Mertz and FO Tami McBride talk to these subject-matter experts:

Negotiating Committee member Matt Stanley discusses all of the work that's gone into comparing the Delta Tentative Agreement to our current JCBA as well as our negotiating framework.
DCA Domicile Chair CA Joe Collins talks about the rollout of TTS Real Time Trading at his base and three others.
Contract Compliance Committee member FO Ryan Dorris describes how Reserve pilots should be compensated for flying assigned during Duty Free Periods.

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