The Vacation Bidding Playbook: Strategies, Pitfalls, and More
Maximizing your odds for the best possible vacation award starts with understanding the ins and outs of CBA Section 7.B. In this episode of Ride Report, host J.R. Hall sits down with System Scheduling Committee and Planning Subcommittee chairmen F/O Cameron Larimee-Gonzalez and Capt. Dan Auslander to break down the vacation provisions of the contract. Listen in as these experts decode annual allocation, bidding procedures and pitfalls, the nuances of leaves of absences, and more. As always, your input drives this show, so drop your feedback and future episode ideas at jbu.alpa.org.
21 Aug 2026
When the Unexpected Happens: Inside Central Air Safety Incident Response
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.
22 Jul 2026
When Trips Go Sideways: Navigating Section 5.P Unusual Circumstance
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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