Pilots Support Air Traffic Controllers Through 40-Day Shutdown
During times of crisis, the best of humanity often emerges. As the government shutdown drags into its 40th day—already the longest in U.S. history—values of decency and compassion are being demonstrated by pilots nationwide. Air traffic controllers have been among the workers hit hardest by the federal shutdown, with ATCs set to miss their second government paycheck on Tuesday. However, pilots at both local airports and major national hubs have stepped up to support their avi
Government shutdown risks ATC walkouts – will it affect pilot pay?
Secretary Duffy gave a press conference on Tuesday where he updated reporters on the effects of the shutdown Transport Secretary Sean Duffy delivered his most urgent warning yet about the operational crisis facing aviation. If the government shutdown extends into next week, the Department of Transport will be forced to close critical sectors of U.S. airspace—a move that could critically disrupt life and earnings for US pilots. Speaking directly to Democrats on Tuesday about n
How Much Do US Airline Pilots Really Earn in 2025?
Have you ever wondered what your colleagues are really earning? Thanks to an ongoing pilot shortage that's flipped the bargaining table, US airline pilots have locked in some seriously impressive contracts in recent years. The bottom line? It's never been more lucrative to pursue those captain's wings. But which airline should you choose? Let's break down the numbers. Pilot salaries vary wildly depending on where you are in your career and who you're flying for. First-year pi
How Government Shutdowns Ground Our Aviation System
As the federal government shutdown enters its third week, a familiar crisis is unfolding across America's skies. Air traffic controllers - who keep millions of passengers safe every day - are once again working without paychecks, and the cracks in the system are showing. On Monday evening, pilots preparing to depart from Hollywood Burbank Airport in California heard silence from their control tower. Unstaffed due to controller absences, it had simply closed. For several hour
United CEO Scott Kirby Boasts: We’re Driving American Airlines Out Of Chicago—They’re Bleeding $800 Million A Year
United Airlines CEO told his airline’s pilots that he was going to force American Airlines to de-hub Chicago. United is growing at...
Flight Attendants Said “No” — Not Because of AI, But Because Their Union Failed
By Alexander Wood When United Airlines flight attendants voted on their tentative agreement, union leadership hailed it as a historic...
United flight attendants’ new pay deal barely beats inflation
On Tuesday the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA) unveiled the full conditions of a new pay agreement between United Airlines and its...
The Secret Flight Attendant Answers Readers' Questions: "There are slight undertones of sexism from both passengers and pilots"
Whenever I tell someone I work as cabin crew, I’m instantly bombarded by questions. “Oh, have you met any famous people?” “Is there a...
The Secret Flight Attendant Answers Readers' Questions: "I've got hot coffee in 3B!' means there’s an attractive passenger"
Whenever I tell someone I work as cabin crew, I’m instantly bombarded by questions. “Oh, have you met any famous people?” “Is there a...
The Secret Flight Attendant Answers Readers' Questions: "Passengers attempting to join the Mile High Club is more common than you think"
Whenever I tell someone I work as cabin crew, I’m instantly bombarded by questions “Oh, have you met any famous people?” “Is there a...
Amtrak’s Failures Are Wired Into the System
By Justin Fox Every time I pass by the new railroad bridge rising 50 feet above the Hackensack River in the New Jersey Meadowlands, which...
How Pilot Unions Capitalised on Tragedy to Manufacture a Pilot Shortage
U.S. Pilot wages have sky-rocketed in recent years. In 2023, pilots ranked among the top ten paying jobs, according to U.S. News – the...
