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**Flying the Line**

Recount an exciting chapter in aviation history and the beginnings of the Air Line Pilots Association, the world’s largest pilot union and nongovernmental air safety organization, through an abridged retelling of the book by George E. Hopkins, ”Flying the Line.”
Volume 1 narrated by Corey Kuhn. Volume 2 narrated by Gina Leahy.

Latest Episodes:

Episode 4 - The Trials of J.J. O’Donnell - Part 2 Nov 02, 2022

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We examine the 1981 suspension of service, codenamed “Operation USA.”

Episode 3 - The Trials of J.J. O’Donnell - Part 1 Oct 05, 2022

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In this episode, we look at the legacy of ALPA President J.J. O’Donnell, the effects of the skyjacking phenomenon, and an impending suspension of service.

Episode 2 - The Legacy of Four Golden Decades Sep 21, 2022

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The deregulation of the airline industry makes an indelible mark on the modern profession, as politics and economics become a part of an airline pilot’s daily routine.

Episode 1 - The World of the Airline Pilot Aug 31, 2022

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In the span of one lifetime, commercial aviation has made progress that would shame the wildest flights of science fiction fancy. And yet, the basic process of flight, of readying both pilot and airplane, is eerily similar. Join us as we examined the challenges of airline flying, the evolving industry landscape, and the perception of the airline pilot in the public psyche, in our new podcast, Flying the Line, Vol. 2!

Chapter 25 - The Rise of J.J. O’Donnell Dec 10, 2021

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ALPA’s fight against skyjacking is taken to the next level, as an unorthodox tactic is deployed to raise public awareness in the wake of continued violence.

Chapter 24 (Part 2) - ”Skyjacking” Dec 10, 2021

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A surge of skyjackings tears through the industry. Armed with experience, ALPA mobilizes to halt the advancing threat despite significant pushback.

Chapter 24 (Part 1) - ”Skyjacking” Dec 10, 2021

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The pilots of Eastern Airlines strike and ALPA is forced to walk a fine line with management.

Chapter 23 (Part 2) - ”Jets and Thin Ice” Dec 10, 2021

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The transition of pilots and airlines to the jet age becomes a major trouble spot for all, and the rising tensions result in some pilots taking matters into their own hands with an unauthorized strike.

Chapter 23 (Part 1) - "Jets and Thin Ice" Aug 16, 2021

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As ALPA enters the jet age, technological improvements open the door to progress. But much like every major leap in technological progress before, the transition to jets isn't without problems or controversy.

Chapter 22 (Part 2) - "American Airlines Goes It Alone" Aug 09, 2021

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The dissidents of American Airlines mount their challenge, and decide on their future, with or without ALPA.

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