Episodes

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington and are joined later by special guest Fatigue Risk Management Committee (FRMC) Chair Captain Rob Bassett. Marty discusses the recent communications from the Company and the September 2024 build week. He also discusses the concept of target BLGs, an agreement reached for the Anchorage disputed pairings, and the recent SIG Quarterly Meeting. FRMC Chair Captain Rob Bassett joins the podcast to discuss o...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with interim Pilot-to-Pilot (P2P) Committee Chair Captain Andrew Harmon. This is the second episode focusing on the P2P Committee. Andrew discusses the recent “All In” campaign announced by MEC Chair Captain Jose Nieves and the role P2P will play during this campaign. He provides additional details about the meaning of “All In” and where pilots can obtain one of the new “All In” lanyards. Click here to read the transcript.

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with interim Pilot-to-Pilot (P2P) Committee Chair Captain Andrew Harmon. Andrew discusses the role P2P plays and the importance of this committee in our current environment. He also discusses his connection with the Negotiating Committee, the process involved with becoming a P2P representative and the goals of the P2P Committee. Click here to view the transcript.

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scope Committee Chair Captain Sal Infante, Vice Chair First Officer Dan Silbaugh and committee member First Officer Luis Quiros. The Scope Committee provides an update on recent work since the last scope podcast was released and some of the data they are tracking thanks to DART reports from line pilots. These DART reports and other capabilities within the committee help shed light on how the company arranges its air network. The committee also discuss...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the August 2024 build week and the lack of information being provided by the Company regarding the upcoming October system form changes. Marty also discusses XTRA pairings dropping into open time, how that relates to the SAM, and reminds pilots of how closely the PSIT tracks the SAM. Finally, Marty discusses the Anchorage disputes, system bid rumors and reminds pilots about the new s...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the July 2024 build week and the current uncertainty related to the postal contract loss. Marty also discusses in more detail the Impact Analysis and how it is helping his committee navigate through the lack of information being provided by the Company. Finally, Marty discusses the importance of pilots understanding when best to proffer trips and also discusses the NEW SCHEDULING APP...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the current hot topic related to the postal contract loss and the impact analysis the Scheduling Committee is tasked with doing. Marty also discusses the June 2024 build week and provides an update on grievances associated with the Scheduling Committee. Finally, Marty discusses the airline’s staffing and the recent Fatigue Risk Quarterly meeting. Click here to view the transcript.

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with incoming Negotiating Committee Chair Captain John Gustafson. John discusses his background with FedEx, previous Union experience, and the ongoing transition process with the current Negotiating Committee. He also discusses the additional members of his committee and what he sees as the next steps in the negotiating process. Click here to view the transcript.

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the recent news regarding FedEx’s loss of the postal contract and the May 2024 build week. Additionally, he discusses the ANC dispute issue, the FERC dispute process and why fatigue calls and reports matter, Scheduling Grievance 23-18 and other scheduling issues. Click here to view the transcript.

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Vice Chair First Officer Ben Monshor. Ben discusses some upcoming insurance deadlines and provisions in the CBA that require...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses the April 2024 build week and other scheduling issues. He also answers questions submitted by pilots related to scheduling issues. Click here to view the transcript.

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses what’s been happening since Peak and the March 2024 build week. He also discusses recent emails received from pilots related to scheduling issues. Click here to view the transcript.

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Fatigue Risk Management Committee Chair Captain Rob Bassett. Rob discusses the roles and responsibility of his committee and the tools available to FedEx pilots when it comes to assessing fatigue. He also discusses the process on how to call in fatigue and the importance of filing a Fatigue Report and DART. Click here to view the transcript.

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scope Committee Chair Captain Sal Infante. This is the second episode in a series that will focus on scope. Sal discusses his previous union experience and dives into the current work being done by the Scope Committee. He also discusses recent DARTs the committee has received and provides responses to those DART questions. He also explains the difference between interlining, co-loading and code-sharing in relation to moving freight. Click here to vie...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins and R&I Committee Member Captain Toby Cline. This is the third episode in a series...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins and R&I Committee Members Captain Toby Kline and First Officer James Olsen. This is a...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins and R&I Committee Member First Officer James Olsen. This is the second episode in a...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins and R&I Committee Member First Officer James Olsen. This is the first episode in a...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scope Committee Chair Captain Randy Brockwell. This is the first episode in a series that will focus on scope. Randy provides an overview of what’s covered under Section 1 (Recognition, Scope and Successorship) of the CBA. He discusses current scope provisions regarding aircraft that can be operated by pilots outside of the master seniority list, how wet leasing works, and the penalties associated with wet leasing. Additionally, Randy addresses belly ...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington and A-300 PSIT and Secondary Line Replacement Working Group (SLRWG) member Captain Mike Davidson. Marty and Mike discuss the December build week, one-way routing, and what days are likely to be the busiest for December. They also discuss some of the recent DARTs they’ve received and go into detail about the Secondary Line Replacement Working Group. Click here to view the transcript.

This episode of our podcast is an edited replay of our August podcast with R&I Committee Chair Captain Kevin Biggins discussing the Annual Benefits Enrollment window for 2024. We’ve edited...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses what’s new with the November build week and the recent SIG Quarterly and Fatigue Risk Management Group Quarterly meetings. Additionally, Marty highlights the Scheduling Matters articles available on our website that provide useful information related to scheduling. Finally, Marty discusses some of the recent emails their committee has received from pilots. Click here to view the tra...

In this podcast episode, we talk with Grievance Committee Chair Captain Chris Wood. Chris discusses the grievance process, with particular focus on the administrative side of grievances. He also discusses the recent settlement agreement for Grievance 22-08 and where you find more information on this settlement agreement. Finally, Chris discusses the importance of contacting our Professional Standards Committee first whenever there is a conflict between crew members. Our Professional Standards Co...

In this episode of our podcast, we talk with Scheduling Committee Chair Captain Marty Harrington. Marty discusses what’s new with the October build week, the production of the SIG Notes, 4.A.2.b./4.A.2.c., and the SIG Quarterly. Additionally, Marty discusses trends in credit hours, extra pairings, and asks for feedback on whether you like receiving this type of scheduling information via the podcast format. Click here to view the transcript.