Ride Report

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.

Join your host, Capt. JR Hall on this episode of Ride Report as he sits down with Capt. Ron Balroop, Committee chair, and First Officer Lem Diaz Hernandez, Committee member, from the JetBlue ALPA Jumpseat and Pass Travel Committee. Dive into the current state of jumpseat and pass travel privileges, understand the challenges pilots face, and discover what the committee is doing to enhance these vital benefits for every JetBlue ALPA pilot. Get ready for crucial updates and practical insights that impact your daily commute and personal travel

Join Captain Tony Sandrolini, chair of the Government Affairs Committee; Captain Chris Huebner, the committee’s vice chair; and Captain Carlos Coto for an informative discussion on how the committee stays at forefront of advocating for pilot priorities.

Pilot Assistance Network (PAN) chair, Capt. Elijah Nicolas and ALPA National Pilot Peer Support (PPS) Group chair and former JBU ALPA PAN chair, F/O Carrie Braun sit down to discuss pilot mental health, "Are You in the Green?" intricacies, resources available for all JetBlue pilots, and more in a wide-ranging, informative discussion.