The FOQA Committee has observed a notable increase in the frequency and severity of aircraft handling events in the first quarter. Many of these incidents stem from pilot monitoring deficiencies and exceedances, reinforcing the importance of adherence to aircraft limitations and best practices. Key areas of concern include:✈ High Speed Below 10,000 ft. – Managed […]
Jumpseat Committee Update Expanded FedEx Jumpseat AccessFedEx now allows non-FedEx pilots to jumpseat in and out of Puerto Rico. Pilots interested in utilizing this option must call FedEx Jumpseat Administration for flight schedules and listing information. Contact details can be found in the Jumpseat Directory on the Union website. Currently, FedEx operates flights from:✈ MEM […]
Your Professional Standards committee would like to take the time to first thank its volunteers. Working in a Union position can often be challenging and mainly done behind the scenes so very few get to see just how hard our Committee members are working for their fellow pilots. A Union will only be as strong […]
Meet Your Union Steward Group Your Union Steward Group is a team of experienced Captains who serve as a front-line resource for Allegiant pilots, assisting with contractual issues, company policy, and disciplinary hearings when needed. Your Current Union Stewards: FLL – Captain Hansel Duran AVL – Captain Byron Girmscheid AVL – Captain Jesse Peek FNT […]
Military Committee Update The Military Committee information and FAQ section on APA2118.org was updated a few months ago. Please take a moment to review the FAQs. If you have any additional questions, you can submit them at the bottom of the page. Supporting Our Veteran Pilots Many pilots are unaware that the Military Committee assists […]
Fellow Allegiant Pilots, After four years of negotiations, we have reached a critical point. As the company continues to delay a new contract, it is imperative that our members be further educated on the process in the event an agreement isn’t reached. The Strategic Preparedness Committee (SPC) has been actively fighting for a contract that […]
Disclaimer: If you notice any errors in the information below, please let Benjamin Phillips know so he can make corrections. This information is for reference only, and you should consult with your financial or tax professionals before making any decisions. 2025 401(k) Limits Participant Contributions Age 49 & Younger (ROTH & Pre-tax): $23,500 Age 50 […]
Scheduling Committee Update Allegiant Air Pilots, When reaching out to the Scheduling Committee for clarification or to report a potential issue, please be sure to include the following information in your message: Full Name Employee Number Base Seat (Captain or First Officer) A Contact Phone Number (if reaching out via email) This information helps us […]
PEER2PEER / CIRP UPDATE You may have experienced what many would consider a traumatic event or a critical incident—any situation that triggers unusually strong emotional reactions, potentially interfering with your ability to function, either immediately or later. Even though the event may be over, you might be experiencing—or could experience later—strong emotional or physical reactions. […]
Website & App Access Update from the Communications Committee Allegiant Pilots, We’re aware that some members are still experiencing issues accessing www.apa2118.org or the APA 2118 mobile app. If you—or a fellow pilot—are having trouble logging in or resetting an account, we’ve recently improved our IT Support Form to better diagnose and resolve these issues […]