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News, union updates, and information from the FedEx Master Executive Council, member of @ALPAPilots Media Inquires: fdxmedia @alpa .org

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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
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This strike authorization vote sends a powerful message to management, @FedEx customers and shareholders that FedEx pilots are prepared to take this fight as far as permitted under the law.
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FedEx Pilots
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This past Tuesday, FedEx Pilots stood together in solidarity to show their resolve that NOW IS THE TIME for FedEx to deliver a new pilot contract. #NowIsTheTime #ValueFedExPilots
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
A wall of pilots stands behind our Negotiating Committee in NYC today. #unity #solidarity #unionstrong
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
Thank you to our fellow pilots from other airlines who showed up in solidarity to support FedEx pilots picketing on Wall Street. @swapapilots @UnitedPilots @Delta_Pilots @JetBlueALPA @ALPAPilots
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FedEx Pilots
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All FedEx pilots who were on a layover in TLV are now enroute to either CGN or CDG.
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Thank you to everyone who came out in support of our Negotiating Committee as they sat across the table from @FedEx today in mediated negotiations. @Delta_Pilots @ALPACanada @ALPAPilots @swapapilots
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
“This tentative agreement represents the culmination of a tremendous effort, and would not have been possible without the solidarity, patience, and determination of every FedEx pilot.” -Capt. Chris Norman, FDX MEC Chair Press Release:
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
FedEx pilots lined the sidewalk of the departures level at Ted Stevens International Airport Wednesday morning, standing in solidarity to express their growing frustration with ongoing contract negotiations.
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FedEx Pilots
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"I'm very proud of the FedEx flight crew and that pilot. They saved, in my view, 128 people from a potential catastrophe." - @NTSB Chair @JenniferHomendy We couldn't agree with her more--we also commend this @FedExPilots crew for their quick actions.
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
“We do not make a decision like this lightly, but we intend to send a strong and unified message to management that our pilots are willing to go the distance to achieve the contract we have earned.” -Capt. Chris Norman, FDX MEC Chair Press Release:
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FedEx Pilots
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We must be doing something right for FedEx Founder Mr. Fred Smith to come out and "thank" us while on the picket line. The only way to thank us is with a new contract that we have earned and deserve. @FedEx @ALPAPilots
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
MEC Chair Capt. Chris Norman had the opportunity to meet and talk with Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg ( @SecretaryPete ) during the opening of the new Memphis deicing facility on Tuesday!
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FedEx Pilots
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We were proud to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with so many of you today as we continue to fight for what we have earned! #NowIsTheTime #unionstrong #solidarity
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
FedEx pilots, joined by pilots from other airlines, stood in #solidarity today in NYC. #NowIsTheTime for FedEx to deliver a new contract. #ValueFedExPilots
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FedEx Pilots
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We took our message to the street this week and will continue these public displays of resolve until we receive the contract we've earned. #FedExHasFailedtoDeliver #PutStockinEmployees #StopProfitsOverPeople #DontDriveAwayJobs @FedEx @ALPAPilots
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Show your support for @FedExPilots ! After two years of negotiations, @FedEx management has failed to produce acceptable contract terms to conclude negotiations. We remain committed to ending this labor dispute with a contract we have earned. @ALPAPilots
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FedEx Pilots
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FedEx pilots, joined by pilots from other airlines, stood in #solidarity today in NYC. #NowIsTheTime for FedEx leaders to deliver an industry-leading contract that addresses our retirement and quality of life. #ValueFedExPilots
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
FDX MEC Chair Capt. Chris Norman (right) joins United MEC Chair Capt. Mike Hamilton (left) in Chicago as part of ALPA's nationwide Labor Day informational picket.
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FedEx Pilots
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Tomorrow FedEx pilots will be picketing in Memphis at 3131 Democrat Road because FedEx management has failed to deliver on an industry-leading contract. #NowIsTheTime #ValueFedExPilots
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
FDX SPSC Chair F/O Eric Moraes, FDX MEC Chair Capt. Chris Norman and FDX MEC Vice Chair Capt. Tom Merrill hit the pavement with @WestJet & @FlySwoop pilots in their fight for a North American standard contract. #ALPAPilots #WestJetPilots #Solidarity
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FedEx Pilots
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FedEx pilots visited Nasdaq MarketSite and Times Square to tell FedEx management it's time to put stock in your pilots and other employees, not billions in buybacks! @ALPAPilots @CNBC @GMA @SquawkCNBC @FedEx #ContractNow
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Today marks the anniversary of the FedEx flight 80 tragedy. Please take a moment and remember our fallen brothers Capt. Kevin Mosley and First Officer Tony Pino, and keep their loved ones in your thoughts.
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FedEx Pilots
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FedEx pilots are gathering for today’s informational picket in Memphis. #NowIsTheTime for FedEx to recognize the role we have played in its success and growth. NOW IS THE TIME for company leaders to recognize our collective contributions with an industry-leading contract.
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Just over 24 hours until the Strike Authorization Ballot closes. If you haven't voted, make your voice heard at now.
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FedEx Pilots
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Our FedEx pilots stand with the Olympic athletes who are being forced to quarantine after testing positive. We have first-hand experience with the inedible food and room isolation (or worse) that our pilots are subjected to for simply doing our job. Stay Strong. Go Team USA!
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USA TODAY
2 years
Athletes describe "inedible meals," little or no access to training equipment and a confusing and at times seemingly illogical COVID-19 testing regime in quarantine hotels in China, @khjelmgaard reports.
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
@Delta_Pilots
Delta Air Lines Pilots
2 years
The @Delta_Pilots are working under a contract signed 6 years ago. We're picketing at @HartsfieldATL to tell @Delta mgmt it's time to get serious at the negotiating table. New contract now! #DeltaPilots #DeltaPilotContractNow #DeltaPilotsReadyToStrike
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Strike Authorization Vote ballot letters are arriving! Don't wait to cast your vote in favor! ALPA Number/Password Help: Vote Now:
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Pilots and Flight Attendants from other airlines join us this morning in solidarity as we head to the NYSE
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
2 years
“The incidents described scream cumulative fatigue imposed by our operation. Management’s refusal to sacrifice a small amount of profit to fix their mounting issues that affect every single one of us daily should tell you everything.” Read More:
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
As our Negotiating Committee meets with management and the mediator today, our pilots are gathering in preparation for the informational picket in Memphis as a strong sign of support and solidarity.
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FedEx Pilots
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FedEx pilots gather ahead of today’s informational picket on Wall Street. #NowIsTheTime for FedEx to recognize the role we have played in its success and growth. NOW IS THE TIME for company leaders to recognize our collective contributions with an industry-leading contract.
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
"Today, @FedExPilots spoke with one unified voice and sent a clear message to management that we are willing to go the distance to secure a new contract." -Capt. Chris Norman, FDX MEC Chair Press Release: @ALPAPilots
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Thank you to every pilot who showed up ANC to stand in #solidarity behind our Negotiating Committee. @AlaskaPilots @ipapilots
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FedEx Pilots
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On Thursday, MEC Chair Capt. Chris Norman (pictured center) and MEC Vice Chair FO Tom Merrill (pictured left) joined Delta MEC Chairman Capt. Jason Ambrosi alongside Delta pilots in ATL for informational picketing. #solidarity #UnionStrong #DeltaPilotContractNow
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FedEx Pilots
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Whether you are flying the line or able to relax at home this Labor Day, we hope you join us in recognizing the effort and perseverance of the American worker. #laborday2022 #unionstrong
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
"After careful consideration and thorough debate, our union leaders recognized the value this agreement will bring to our pilots and their families," -Capt. Chris Norman, FDX MEC Chair Press Release:
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
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MEM 767 FO Keith Moore sent us this great shot from the ramp for #TarmacTuesday ! Send us your photos of FedEx aircraft looking good to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org for a chance to be featured!
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
#TarmacTuesday is your opportunity to showcase your photos of FedEx aircraft arriving, departing or just looking good! Our first feature comes courtesy of MD11 FO Rob Berger of this MD11 looking good in YMX. Send your submissions to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org to be featured!
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
The @FedExPilots stand together with @AlaskaPilots to press @AlaskaAir to #DotheRightThing Stop stalling on negotiating an industry-standard pilot contract. #ValueAlaskaPilots Contract now!
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Read the Press Release: Learn More:
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
#NowIsTheTime for @FedEx to deliver a new pilot contract.
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
“Once again, our pilots are holding the line and demonstrating their continued frustration with management’s lack of urgency to close this deal and invest in our pilots.” -Capt. Chris Norman, FDX MEC Chair Press Release:
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FedEx Pilots
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Hi @FedEx , admittedly, our pics are from a different runway, and our “outfits” are not as glamorous as those from the Met Gala, but as our Executive Chairman Fred Smith stated, we were a little busy helping save the world. #FedExHeroes #MetGala #FedExPilots @ALPAPilots
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Vote Now: Now is the time to say, “I’m in favor,” and let management know we are ready to conclude these negotiations with an industry-leading contract.
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
If forgetting your ALPA number or password is keeping you from voting, we've got you covered! ALPA Number/Password Help: Vote Now:
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Happy #TarmacTuesday ! Our own ALPA EVP Capt. Bill Secord wanted to share this lovely sunrise shot of a MD11! Send us your photos of FedEx aircraft looking good to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org for a chance to be featured!
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Our first #TarmacTuesday feature of 2023 comes courtesy of MEM 777 FO Douglas Brown! Please send us your pictures of FedEx aircraft by emailing them to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org to have them featured!
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FedEx Pilots
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"Instead of attempting to convince pilots that there is no more money while at the same time spending billions in stock buybacks, FedEx should come to the table with an offer that recognizes the pilots' value." Capt. Billy Wilson, FDX MEC Chair 🔗
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FedEx Pilots
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While @FedEx publicizes the delivery of Taylor Swift’s new album, pilots and other employees are still waiting for FedEx to deliver and get back to putting people first in its PSP philosophy.
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FedEx Pilots
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“There is no denying that our professional pilot labor force has significantly contributed to FedEx’s success and allowed it to become a logistics powerhouse, a Fortune 50 Company, and a global brand." -Capt. Chris Norman, FDX MEC Chair Press release:
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Thank you to our pilots who've already voted. If you haven't voted yet, it's not too late. Vote Now:
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
We are asking the company to recognize the integral role we have played in its ongoing success and growth throughout the #pandemic . NOW IS THE TIME for company leaders to recognize our collective contributions with an industry-leading contract. #NowIsTheTime #ValueFedExPilots
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
We Asked and You Answered, Holiday Office Hours, MEM PUB Event on 7/12, MD-11 FO Requests PDO Bump, Survey to Help a Fellow Pilot and more in this week's Positive Rate:
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FedEx Pilots
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This #FlashbackFriday is also a #OnThisDay ! #OnThisDay in 1988, FedEx announced the acquisition of Flying Tiger Line! Share your Flying Tiger Line memories in the comments, or send your pictures and memories to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org! Image courtesy of Wikimedia user RuthAS.
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
For all those who have voted, thank you! Please share on your social media. If you haven't voted, you still have time:
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
READ MORE:
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
As we prepare to sunset 2022 let's #FlashbackFriday to this beautiful post-thunderstorm MEM Sunset courtesy of MEM 767 FO James Arena. Please share your memories with us by emailing fedex-commsocial @alpa .org to be featured on a future #FlashbackFriday .
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FedEx Pilots
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#OnThisDay in 1978 FedEx took delivery of their first iconic Boeing 727 freighter! What are your memories of this mainstay of the FedEx fleet that served until 2013?
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
#ThrowbackThursday Air Line Pilot magazine covers 20 years apart July/August 2002 August 2022 @ALPAPilots
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FedEx Pilots
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MEM 777 FO Justin Olsen sent us this great shot from the SEA ramp for this #TarmacTuesday feature! Send us your photos of FedEx aircraft looking good to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org for a chance to be featured!
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
We'll be in NYC tomorrow, standing shoulder to shoulder, as @FedEx addresses the DRIVE investor event @NYSE
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
Your SPSC volunteers are getting ready for Wednesday's informational picket in Memphis. We hope to see you all there! RSVP:
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
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Today, we pause to remember a day that forever changed the course of history. Wherever you may be today, please join us in taking a moment to honor the victims and express support for the survivors of 9/11.
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FedEx Pilots
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If you haven't voted yet, you have about 16 days to make your voice heard. Vote Now: ALPA Number/Password Help: #motivationmonday #NowIsTheTime
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Thank you to every #FedExPilot who attended our Memphis Joint Council Meeting today. Your engagement is critical as we continue our efforts to obtain an industry-leading contract that we have earned.
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FedEx Pilots
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Pilots gather in ANC ahead of informational picketing set to start in about 30 minutes.
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
READ MORE:
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
. @SouthernReins trusted #FedExPilots with their precious cargo! Read all about the pony from Oakland who will join their herd of therapy horses:
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Mediated negotiating sessions resume this week. NO additional dates are currently scheduled following this week. #NowIsTheTime for @FedEx management to deliver a new contract. Learn More:
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FedEx Pilots
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#TarmacTuesday this week takes us to SAN courtesy of MEM A300 CA Andres Pelaez! Send us your photos of FedEx aircraft looking good to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org for a chance to be featured!
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FedEx Pilots
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Our pilots are facing unacceptable and unsafe conditions while on layover in Hong Kong. @ALPAPresident Capt. Joe DePete sent a letter to @FedEx CEO Fred Smith urging him to protect FedEx Express #pilots . Read the full letter here:
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Cast your vote before May 17th! Vote Now: ALPA Number/Password Help:
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
In case you missed it, we've got an update from your MEC Chair. Check your email or click here: Didn't get the email? Go to to ensure your contact information is correct.
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
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We may be partial, but our pilots are the best in the world!
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
This great MD11 tail in DEN is brought to you this #TarmacTuesday by John Thompson! Please send us your pictures of FedEx aircraft by emailing them to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org to have them featured!
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
Thank you to MEM MD11 FO Andrew Clayton for your #TarmacTuesday submission of this MD11 getting ready to take to the skies! Send your pictures of FedEx aircraft by emailing them to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org to have them featured!
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FedEx Pilots
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FedEx Pilots
1 year
You never know where our billboard truck might show up next! Learn more at . @FedEx @NYSE @ALPAPilots @Citi
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
2 years
On behalf of the FDX MEC and staff, we wish you and your families a Happy Thanksgiving. To our fellow pilots who are away on leave with the armed forces, you have our heartfelt appreciation, and we wish you a safe return home. #Thanksgiving #Thankful
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Prior to the picket, our Negotiating Committee had the opportunity to speak with a financial analyst from Wolfe Research who is in town for the FedEx DRIVE event.
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
2 years
Picketing signs are in for the June 28th Memphis Informational Picket. Doors to Rally will open at 0915. For more information and to RSVP, visit
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
6 years
We've heard from NASA, pilot union leaders, and the flying public about single-piloted aircraft. Now we need to hear from each of you. Tell Congress reducing commercial pilot-manning requirements is unacceptable. This is your career. #FAAReauthorization
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
August is #NationalEyeExamMonth . Did you know that many FedEx pilots serve as volunteer pilots for Orbis Flying Eye Hospital? Read more about these pilots:
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FedEx Pilots
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This gorgeous #TarmacTuesday ONT sunrise is brought to us by MEM 757 FO Jared Dichter! Send us your pictures of FedEx aircraft by emailing them to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org to have them featured!
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
The signs have been packaged and are en route to NYC. We are one week away from our Informational Picketing on Wall Street. We hope to see many of our fellow pilots next Monday, September 26th. For more info and to RSVP, visit:
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
2 years
We join the country and our fellow pilots in reflecting on the 21st anniversary of the terrorist attacks of 9/11/01— a day that forever changed us. Wherever you may be today, please take a moment to honor the victims and express support for the survivors of 9/11.
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Does the sign on the left still hold true as it did in SFO in July 2006? Please share your memories with us by emailing fedex-commsocial @alpa .org to be featured on a future #FlashbackFriday .
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
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Hey, FedEx this is great for student athletes, but what about your pilots and other employees? Read more:
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Thanks to our pilots who can’t be here today, but continue to demonstrate their support for our Negotiating Committee! #solidarity
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
Strike Authorization Ballot Closes Tomorrow (5/17), MEM Informational Picketing on 5/24, Message from the Safety Committee, FRMC Signup and Product Information and more in this week's Positive Rate:
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
1 year
The 2023 Tentative Agreement is now available at .
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FedEx Pilots
2 years
"Unless you are willing to stand up and be counted, your sacrifices for saving the world will be ignored." A message from the MEC Chair Captain Chris Norman. Read here:
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FedEx Pilots
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FedEx Pilots
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Thank you to IND 767 FO Danta Badia for this lovely shot from our ANC ramp! Send us your photos of FedEx aircraft looking good to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org for a chance to be featured!
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@FedExPilots
FedEx Pilots
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Thank you to MEM A300 FO Christopher DeAugustine for your #TarmacTuesday submission featuring this 767 on a short final in PHL! Send us your pictures of FedEx aircraft by emailing them to fedex-commsocial @alpa .org to have them featured!
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