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Fly By Night: Trip Services Committee – August 2025 Aug 13, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Trip Services Committee Chair Captain Don Unwin and Vice Chair First Officer Jackie Crawford. They bring pilots up to speed on recent and upcoming hotel inspections, catering updates, and operational changes impacting layovers worldwide. Don and Jackie also detail new contract properties, improvements to international menus, and share insights from quarterly meetings with Crew Travel Services, discuss the importance of pilot feedback through DARTs and Insites, and outline preparations for new markets, major events, and Memphis standby accommodations.

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Fly By Night: Scheduling Committee September 2025 Build Week Aug 08, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington for an update on September’s build week and the latest scheduling challenges facing FedEx pilots. From a 10,000-hour jump in credit hours to the reintroduction of Honolulu 757 flying, Marty shares both the positives and the ongoing concerns, including low reserve levels, BLG manipulation, and costly operational decisions. The discussion also covers disputed pairings, recent retirements, and what it will take to finally exit 4.A.2.C.

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Fly By Night: Fatigue Risk Management Committee July 2025 Jul 16, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Fatigue Risk Management Committee Chair Captain Rob Bassett. With an uptick in fatigue calls following schedule optimizations and reductions in day flying, Rob discusses how and when pilots should assess their readiness, utilize self-assessment tools, and confidently manage the fatigue call process. From practical checklists to pay implications, Rob offers clear guidance and underscores the critical importance of prioritizing health, safety, and operational integrity in one of the most demanding airline environments in the world.

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Fly By Night: Scheduling Committee August 2025 Build Week Jul 11, 2025

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In this episode we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the August build including credit hours, targets, and the SAM. Marty explains the triggers for entering and exiting 4.A.2.c and gives updates on disputed pairings and grievances. He also provides highlights from the recent SIG quarterly including how tariffs have affected international flying plans. He discusses reserve coverage challenges and also includes reminders about the scheduling app, trip trading rules, and new 757 flying to Hawaii starting in September.

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Fly By Night: Safety Committee – LOSA June 2025 Jun 20, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Safety Committee Vice Chair Captain Ken Nix and LOSA Co-Coordinator Captain Jason Gunderson about the upcoming Line Operations Safety Audit, commonly known as LOSA. With LOSA returning to our property for the first time since 2010, Ken and Jason break down what LOSA is, why it matters, and how pilot participation will shape the future of training, safety, and operational excellence at FedEx. From confidentiality safeguards to schedule flexibility and observer requirements, this podcast also covers questions they have received from pilots via DARTs and offers clarity on what to expect.

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Fly By Night: Scheduling Committee July 2025 Build Week Jun 05, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the July build week, including scheduling challenges, comparisons to previous years’ credit and block hours, updates on disputed pairings, SIG Notes processes, grievances, and the upcoming LOSA. He also addresses pilot concerns about revisions, fatigue, and insufficient reserves.

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Fly By Night: Negotiating Committee – May 2025 May 23, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Negotiating Committee Chair Captain John Gustafson. Captain Gustafson discusses what goes on behind the scenes between bargaining sessions, sheds light on the challenges of negotiating under a previously rejected tentative agreement, and shares insights into the importance of clear communication, pilot engagement, and the upcoming June 3rd picketing event.

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Fly By Night: Trip Services Committee – May 2025 May 19, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Trip Services Committee Chair Captain Don Unwin and Vice Chair First Officer Jackie Crawford. Don and Jackie discuss their ongoing efforts to improve hotel accommodations, catering, and overall quality of life for pilots. They discuss the inspection and replacement of non-contract or underperforming hotels, enhancements to catering options based on crew feedback, and addressing the impact of deviations and trip revisions on hotel readiness. They emphasize the importance of providing data through tools like Insites and DARTs, as well as subscribing to catering and hotel FCIFs for timely information. They also noted upcoming global events, such as the Winter Olympics and World Cup, which may affect layover locations. Lastly, pilots are reminded to remain vigilant about personal safety while on the road.

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Fly By Night: Scheduling Committee June 2025 Build Week May 08, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the current state of the June build, highlighting challenges such as the high number of revisions and the impact of recent tariffs on international routes. Marty also provides updates on ongoing disputes, retirements, resignations, and continued issues with insufficient reserves.

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Fly By Night: Scheduling Committee May 2025 Build Week Apr 04, 2025

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In this episode, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses scheduling updates associated with the May build week and the impact of 4.A.2.c on pilot schedules. He also discusses triggers into and out of 4.A.2.c, system-wide credit hours for the entire airline, and the latest fleet expansion plans. Finally, Marty discusses the latest management communication and the factors that go into why the SAM has gone down.

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