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.
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
“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:
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.
"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.
“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:
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
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!
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
“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:
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.
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.
"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
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
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
"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:
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!
#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!
“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:
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
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.
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!
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!
"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
🔗
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.
“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:
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
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:
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.
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
.
#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?
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!
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.
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.
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:
#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!
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:
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.
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!
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!
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
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.
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
August is
#NationalEyeExamMonth
. Did you know that many FedEx pilots serve as volunteer pilots for Orbis Flying Eye Hospital? Read more about these pilots:
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!
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:
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.
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
.
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:
"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:
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!
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!