In this episode, Maggie from the Communications Committee is joined by two captains from the System Schedule Committee. The SSC has countless incredible volunteers working to help educate the pilot group on the new reserve rules going into effect for the August bid period. Visit UPA23.com/reserve for more information.…

In this episode we introduce you to the Council 11 (DCA) Reps Capt. Dewey Duhadway & Capt. Tony DiCarlo. They share their background and how they go into doing ALPA work as well as their vision to lead the C11 pilots.By ualmeccommunications

In this episode, meet the new MEC Chair Capt. Anne Worster. Capt. Worster begins her term today, March 1, 2024. Some of the topics discussed include Capt. Worster's aviation background and some of her goals as she begins her service as MEC Chair.By ualmeccommunications

In this episode, Communications Committee Chair Capt. Michael Wilson speaks to Negotiating Committee Vice Chair Capt. Andy Riggs about some of the new items that will be implemented in UPA23 in March. Visit UPA23.com for more information and updates.By ualmeccommunications

In this episode, Communication Committee Chair Capt. Michael Wilson is joined by Negotiating Committee Vice Chair Capt. Andy Riggs and System Schedule Committee Chair Capt. George Mladsi. The group discusses Next Steps 4 and the new UPA items being implemented this month. This includes the new bidding window. Visit UPA23.com for more information.…

In this episode, Negotiating Committee Vice Chair Capt. Andy Riggs provides an overview of the Next Steps 3 document found on UPA23.com. Many new items within the contract will be implemented in the month of December. File a PDR if you have any questions.By ualmeccommunications

In this episode, System Schedule Committee Chair Capt. George Mladsi discusses many new provisions in UPA 23. Visit alpa.org/ual for more information.By ualmeccommunications

In this episode we talk about long-term disability. This is an insurance product ultimately that's going to apply to every pilot in our pilot group. Visit UPA23.com for more information.By ualmeccommunications

In this episode Negotiating Committee Vice Chair Capt. Andy Riggs discusses Trip Construction and Lineholder provisions. Visit UPA23.com for more information.By ualmeccommunications

In this episode MEC Treasurer Capt. Drew Minarcik joins Retirement & Insurance Committee Chair Capt. Fred Greene for a discussion on the Market-Based Cash Balance Plan in UPA23.comBy ualmeccommunications

This episode has to do with sick leave. This is section 13 in our pilot agreement. For more information visit UPA23.comBy ualmeccommunications

In this episode MEC Treasurer Capt. Drew Minarcik and Retirement & Insurance Chair Capt. Fred Greene discuss something that's new in the UPA 23 called the Extended Sick Bank. Visit UPA23.com for more information.By ualmeccommunications

MEC Chair Capt. Garth Thompson looks back through the process from his January election to the AIP reached last week. Visit www.UPA23.com for the latest information.By ualmeccommunications

This episode will focus on the Fact Team. F/O Dewey DuHadway sits down with Capt. Marty Miller to discuss the FACT Team, what it is, and when it will be deployed. Send questions to FactTeam@alpa.org or find the Fact Team on the pdr.alpa.org drop down menu.By ualmeccommunications

The MEC Negotiating Committee reached an Agreement in Principle (AIP) with Company Management. In this brief episode, Communications Committee member F/O Michelle Arcamuzi explains what is next in the process. Visit UPA23.com for more information.By ualmeccommunications

In episode 5, United MEC PDR hotline expert Capt. Scott Kinder explains his role in helping guide pilots to answers for any contract question. Capt. Kinder runs the contract PDR hotline. Helpful Episode Links: PDR & Master DYK DocumentBy ualmeccommunications

In episode 4, United MEC Chair Capt. Garth Thompson is joined by MEC Strategic Preparedness and Strike Committee Chair Capt. David Smith. They discuss the latest with negotiations, our May 12 nationwide picketing event, and what other events are on the horizon. Helpful Episode Links: SPSC RLA education website: https://www.alpa.org/ual/negotiations…

In episode 3, The United MEC Strategic Preparedness and Strike Committee Chair Capt. David Smith is joined by MEC Executive Administrator F/O Quincy Fleming to discuss their roles. The pair highlight their decades of experience under the RLA with subjects such as Status Quo etc. Helpful Episode Links: SPSC RLA education website: https://www.alpa.or…

In this edition of the Flight Deck you will hear from the United MEC New Hire Mentor Committee. Chair Gabe Ciochon and Member Laurel Armstrong discuss the duties and responsibilities of the committee and how it interacts with all other areas of the association. Throughout the new hires first year, the Mentor program will normally include (but is no…

Welcome to our new podcast - The Flight Deck with United MEC Chair Capt. Garth Thompson and Negotiating Committee Chair Capt. Phil Otis. In this edition, you will hear Garth talk about the mindset he brings to reconnect our pilot group to the negotiating process.By ualmeccommunications

As the Aviate program evolves, ALPA will continue to ask the questions our pilots expect to have answered concerning the manner in which United attracts the next generation of United Airlines pilots. Join us on the Leading Edge for the State of Aviate.By ualmeccommunications

Capt. Phil Otis was elected as the UAL MEC Negotiating Committee Chair on August 16, 2022. This podcast serves as his introduction to United pilots.By ualmeccommunications

Many pilots at United Airlines plan for life after the flight deck financially, but what about socially? Mary Blissard joins United Capt. James Belton to discuss the dangers of retiring without a plan of how you will occupy your time.By ualmeccommunications

The United Pilots welcome incoming MEC Officers: Capt. Mike Hamilton, Capt. Tom Murphy (third term), Capt. Mike Harrison, and First Officer Paul Ryder.By ualmeccommunications

Thank you to our outgoing MEC officers Capt. Todd Insler, Capt. Bill Neveu, and Capt. Rick CameronBy ualmeccommunications

This episode of the Leading Edge Podcast includes an interview with United First Officer Jeff Godfrey. F/O Godfrey flies the 777 and he volunteered for the military charters that were part of the effort to evacuate Americans, allies, and refugees from the conflict in Afghanistan. Jeff and his crew were part of the beginning of the effort. The infor…

In this episode, Capt. James Belton leads an interesting discussion with our guest, DJ Eidson - the co-founder and COO of Limitless Minds. The mission of Limitless Minds includes a strong emphasis on "a mindset without limits." Listen to this final episode where we take resiliency and mindfulness thinking to another level - optimizing our daily per…

Podcast host Capt. James Belton and SOAR Committee Chair Capt. Lynn Tatum talk with two firefighters from the Denver area about work stress and high-performance job demands. These firefighters share their work lifestyles, training demands and requirements, and personal stories.By ualmeccommunications

March 8 marked International Women's Day in the month that celebrates Women's history. The Leading Edge Podcast presents our Women in Aviation episode that showcases two of ALPA's strongest female advocates.By ualmeccommunications

Today we sit down with a pair of United pilots who are also husband and wife. This United couple, along with their teenage daughter, share their extremely personal story surrounding significant mental health challenges, and the family dynamics associated. Their emotional journey aims to provide insight on some of the early warning signs that are of…

In episode 9 of Piloting Your Mind, you can learn how to harness your emotional intelligence to cope with the stress and anxiety of life, both in and out of the airplane. The episode offers informative and practical tips on creating the best version of yourself through emotional intelligence - so you start 2021 with a tailwind. The podcast is produ…

This audio reading is an excerpt from the Brief published by the UAL MEC Negotiating Committee on November 30, 2020.By ualmeccommunications

This relaxation tool is released in conjunction with Episode 8 - Breathing Techniques part II.By ualmeccommunications

This is a guided relaxation episode in conjunction with Episode 8 - breathing techniques part II.By ualmeccommunications

A diaphragmatic breathing exercise audio file is included to allow you to deeply relax.By ualmeccommunications

Part two of this series focuses on the practices that can help you change your reactions to stress. Our recent podcast guests have taught us that during all the uncertainty in our world today, the one thing we can control, is our reactions the stress we are experiencing.By ualmeccommunications

This first episode in a two part series will be instructional on what happens to our physical bodies when we do these mindful breathing and focusing tips. Our guest will describe the science behind these tips and the advantages of yoga.By ualmeccommunications

This week's Piloting Your Mind podcast focuses on coping with change. There's no question the last eight months have been personally and collectively tumultuous with COVID-19. The podcast episode is recorded by SOAR volunteers and offers some perspective on what you may be feeling right now and has a few suggestions for simple actions you can take …

United MEC Spokesman Capt. James Belton helps explain P-VSL 2 as contained in LOA 20-05.By ualmeccommunications

Captain James Belton provides a reading from the Negotiating Committee's publication of 'The Brief' dated September 16, 2020. 4:00 – Furlough Protection 7:00 – Removal of six seats from 76-seat Aircraft 7:25 - Additional Restrictions on United Express Flying 8:34 – PVSL-2 9:40 - Restrictions on Stock Buyback 10:00 - Pay Rate Protection & Displaceme…

MEC Spokesman Captain James Belton provides a reading of the high-level overview of the Pandemic Recovery LOA Tentative Agreement (TA). This will become a Letter of Agreement (LOA) in our contract if ratified. We recommend you read the document, then read the LOA language and refer back as necessary.…

During this Piloting Your Mind episode, our guest will share his experience as an AF F-35 fighter pilot and the importance of resilience during decision making. Justin “Hasard” Lee stresses the importance of "staying in the moment" while we fly, especially during additional stressful times. Our MEC spokesman, Capt. James Belton (previous F-16 pilot…

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Quay Snyder President/CEO of Aviation Medicine Advisory Service (AMAS) and United Captain Luis Perez. They discuss Captain Perez's personal experience with AMAS and how it helped him return to the line.By ualmeccommunications

Semper Resilient Resources Lessons from the Hanoi Hilton: 6 Characteristics of High-performance Teams Harvard Business review: 10 Must reads On Mental ToughnessBy ualmeccommunications

The episode is about Mindfulness and Resiliency. “What is Resiliency and how does Mindfulness tie-in to our training, professions and personal lives? The Piloting Your Mind series focuses on resiliency and Mindful awareness during these turbulent times, by discussing professional and personal case studies, testimonies with a variety of interviewees…

This edition of the Leading Edge podcast is a round-table interview with the committee chairs from the following committees: Aeromedical - First Officer Travis Ludwig, SOAR - Captain Lynn Tatum, Critical Incident Response (CIRP) - Captain John McFadden (vice chair), Professional Standards - Captain Bill Licht, and Human Intervention Motivation Stud…

The new series, Piloting Your Mind, is a collaboration between the UAL MEC SOAR Committee and United's Human Factors and Pilot Development team at the Flight Training Center. Mindfulness and pilot resilience are discussed along with techniques to help better understand and cope with stress.By ualmeccommunications

United MEC Spokesman Captain James Belton provides a reading of the full CASC update dated April 1, 2020.By ualmeccommunications

In this episode, UAL MEC Spokesman Captain James Belton provides a reading of the SSC Update from April 4, 2020.By ualmeccommunications

United MEC Spokesman Captain James Belton reads the most recent Aeromedical Committee update from March 31, 2020. Be sure to visit the MEC's COVID-19 News page for more updates.By ualmeccommunications