Ride Report

Navigating a safety event or incident on the line can be high-stress, but you are never flying alone. Tune in as host J.R. Hall with Capt. Mike Kendrick, Capt. Blake Kelley, and Capt. Von Ritter pulls back the curtain on the Central Air Safety Committee's incident response framework. We discuss what triggers an active response, how the committee advocates for the pilot group, and the best practices for handling the unexpected while on the line. Help us shape future episodes by sending your feedback and topic ideas through jbu.alpa.org.

When operational disruptions or emergency conditions strike on the road, knowing your contract is your best defense. In this episode of Ride Report, host J.R. Hall sits down with Captain Charlie Comiskey and Captain Matt Wilson for a deep dive into CBA Section 5.P: Unusual Circumstance. We break down real-world examples, clear up gray areas, and share best practices for documenting expenses and securing rightful reimbursements when things go sideways.

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What does it take to represent the security interests of the JetBlue pilot group?

 On this episode join Captain Kurt Schuster and Captain Tyler Jones to discuss the committee’s work with ALPA National and law enforcement. We discuss the evolving security landscape, the "eyes and ears" role pilots play in stopping human trafficking, and the specific support systems in place for pilots following a security incident. This is your look at the strategy behind our safety.

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In this episode of Ride Report, host JR Hall sits down with the JetBlue ALPA Hotel Committee. We're joined by Committee Chair Matthew Wilson, Vice-Chair Sam Fagan, and members Patrick Nolan, Frederik Vijzelman, and Alexander Soroka, who explain how the committee works to ensure pilots' contractual needs are met during layovers. The discussion also focuses on how pilot feedback through MyCrewHotel drives tangible improvements in hotels and ground transportation. This episode uncovers why the support system on the ground is just as vital as the flight itself for pilot well-being and safety.

Training Committee chair Capt. Todd Lisak and vice chair Capt. Mike Malcolm recently sat down with Ride Report host, Capt. J.R. Hall to discuss the fallout from the displacement bid as it relates to training. The conversation tackles how the AQP Manual is guiding new training programs, the practicalities of accommodations, and the crucial contractual provisions that protect pilots in transition. This is a must-listen, especially for directly affected pilots.