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The Flight Deck - OBAP and Inspiring Future Aviators: Episode 2 Feb 28, 2025

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As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, the United MEC would like to recognize the outstanding contributions of First Officer Tennessee Garvey and First Officer Titus Sanders, two leaders in the aviation community who are shaping the future of diversity in our profession. Both are deeply involved with the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP), a group dedicated to expanding opportunities for Black aviators and aerospace professionals.
In this episode of the podcast, Garvey and Sanders shared their journeys into aviation, the impact of mentorship, and OBAP's mission to open doors for future generations.

The Flight Deck - OBAP and Inspiring Future Aviators: Episode 1 Feb 27, 2025

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As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, the United MEC would like to recognize the outstanding contributions of First Officer Tennessee Garvey and First Officer Titus Sanders, two leaders in the aviation community who are shaping the future of diversity in our profession. Both are deeply involved with the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP), a group dedicated to expanding opportunities for Black aviators and aerospace professionals.
In a recent episode of the podcast, Garvey and Sanders shared their journeys into aviation, the impact of mentorship, and OBAP's mission to open doors for future generations.

Committee Compass: Training Feb 20, 2025

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In this series, the MEC Communications Committee sits down with other MEC Committees to discuss day-to-day responsibilities, their structure at MEC and LEC levels, various relationships and interactions they might have with other airlines and the Company, and ways pilots with special interests can volunteer. The sixth episode is with Captain Mark Rosenhahn of the Training Committee.

Committee Compass: Strategic Planning Committee Feb 13, 2025

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In this series, the MEC Communications Committee sits down with other MEC Committees to discuss day-to-day responsibilities, their structure at MEC and LEC levels, various relationships and interactions they might have with other airlines and the Company, and ways pilots with special interests can volunteer. The fifth episode is with Captain Brad Hutchens and Vice Chair F/O Jack Knight.

Committee Compass: Hotel Feb 06, 2025

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In this series, the MEC Communications Committee sits down with other MEC Committees to discuss day-to-day responsibilities, their structure at MEC and LEC levels, various relationships and interactions they might have with other airlines and the Company, and ways pilots with special interests can volunteer. The fourth episode is with Captain Andy Sneller Chair of the MEC Hotel Committee and Vice Chair Capt. Greg Maatz.

Committee Compass: System Schedule Jan 23, 2025

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In this series, the MEC Communications Committee sits down with other MEC Committees to discuss day-to-day responsibilities, their structure at MEC and LEC levels, various relationships and interactions they might have with other airlines and the Company, and ways pilots with special interests can volunteer. The third episode is with Captain George Mladsi, Chair of the MEC System Schedule Committee and members Capt. Brendan Goldfarb, and F/O AJ Turo.

Committee Compass: Grievance Dec 20, 2024

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In this series, the MEC Communications Committee sits down with other MEC Committees to discuss day-to-day responsibilities, their structure at MEC and LEC levels, various relationships and interactions they might have with other airlines and the Company, and ways pilots with special interests can volunteer. The second episode is with Captain Phil DiCostanzo, Chair of the MEC Grievance Committee and Vice Chair Andy Loeffler.

Committee Compass: Central Air Safety Dec 12, 2024

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In this series, the MEC Communications Committee sits down with other MEC Committees to discuss day-to-day responsibilities, their structure at MEC and LEC levels, various relationships and interactions they might have with other airlines and the Company, and ways pilots with special interests can volunteer. The first episode is with Captain James LaRosa, Chair of the MEC Central Air Safety Committee

LOA 24-05: FAQs - Market-Based Cash Balance Plan Dec 05, 2024

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This is an audio version of a video FAQ recording for LOA 24-05. The Communications, Negotiating, and Retirement & Insurance Committees produced this product to help United Pilots better understand the LOA before they vote. Voting ends December 10, 2024. Visit UPA23.com for more.

The Flight Deck - Around the System Series: Episode 9 - Council 12 (Chicago) Nov 27, 2024

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In Around the System, we interview each Local Executive Council's (LEC) elected representatives and discuss a wide variety of topics ranging from pertinent domicile updates and how to get involved locally, to how different representatives ensure the line pilot's voice is heard during quarterly MEC Meetings and the Biennial Board of Directors (BOD) Meeting.

The C12 Reps, Capt. Eric Popper, Capt. Phil Anderson, and First Officer Peter Bess discuss how they represent the C12 (CHI) pilots while still flying a full schedule. Stay tuned as we make our way Around the System! More at alpa.org/ual

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