ALPA President Capt. Jason Ambrosi [Courtesy: ALPA]
Key Takeaways:
ALPA disputes the existence of a pilot shortage, framing it as a temporary "supply chain issue" from rapid post-COVID recovery, noting airlines are now fully staffed and some are even furloughing pilots.
ALPA strongly opposes single-pilot operations, advocating for a minimum of two pilots in the cockpit and actively working to prevent its implementation both domestically and internationally.
ALPA has concerns regarding FAA nominee Bryan Bedford's past efforts to reduce pilot qualification standards, vehemently defending the U.S.'s rigorous 1,500-hour rule as crucial for its superior safety record.
Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) President Capt. Jason Ambrosi delved into the debated pilot shortage and shake-ups in Washington during a Friday interview with AirlineGeeks.
Ryan is Group President for Firecrown's Aviation Group. In 2013, he founded AirlineGeeks.com, a leading trade publication covering the airline industry. Since then, his work has been featured in several publications and news outlets, including CNN, WJLA, CNET, and Business Insider. During his time in the airline industry, he's worked in roles pertaining to airport/airline operations while holding a B.S. in Air Transportation Management from Arizona State University along with an MBA. Previously, he worked for a Part 135 operator and later a major airline. Ryan is also an Adjunct Instructor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
