Allied Pilots Association

Headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, the Allied Pilots Association (APA) serves as the certified collective bargaining agent for the 16,000 professional pilots who fly for American Airlines. APA was founded in 1963 and is the largest independent pilots’ union in the world. APA provides a broad range of representation services for its members and devotes more than 20 percent of its dues income to support aviation safety.

HEADLINES

APA in the News

The Dallas Morning News, Sept. 16


American Airlines pilots union blasts CEO’s leadership

As American Airlines continues to lag Delta and United in earnings, APA President Capt. Nick Silva is wondering whether the carrier needs a new CEO. “The pool of talent to lead airlines seems to be relatively small,” Capt. Silva told The Dallas Morning News. “It’s just the question of, is there somebody out there who can turn the ship around faster?” Read the article …

The Dallas Morning News, Sept. 10


Airline workers remember 9/11 and warn against complacency

“We cannot let time allow us to relax our grip on protecting everyone and protecting our country,” APA spokesperson Capt. Dennis Tajer told The Dallas Morning News. “And I’ll say it bluntly: For those who weren’t born then or were little kids then, do not let my yesterday become your tomorrow.” Read the article …

Forbes, Aug. 17


How Delta Air Lines got a second chance in Texas

APA spokesperson Capt. Dennis Tajer talked to Forbes for an article about Delta Air Lines potentially opening a hub in Austin. He said Delta’s growth at AUS after its retreat from DFW means that “Delta is not in our front yard anymore, but they are certainly in our backyard.” Read the article …

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APA Public Statements

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