Originally Posted by
shimmydamp
ALPA is a professional organization for pilots, while the IBT represents a variety of professions. Which is better suited to negotiate a contract for airline pilots that includes per diem for day trips, block or better per leg, and extension pay? Which is better suited to represent an AIRLINE pilot when faced with legal issues from the FAA or company?
Why not investigate them both before drawing a conclusion...
ALPA is a member union of the AFL-CIO. The AFL-CIO represents a whole bunch of professions:
Unions of the AFL-CIO
You might want to take a look at who the Airline Division of the IBT represent:
Who We Represent
A couple notable pilot groups are Republic (all three), ABX, and NetJets.
My guess is these horse drivers have probably heard of block or better before.
I suggest you do some real research before you choose between ALPA and the IBT. If you want ALPA, fine. But make sure you are choosing ALPA because they are BETTER, not because ALPA has AIRLINE PILOTS in its name.