The Delta MEC offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observation of the Fourth of July holiday. We wish everyone a safe holiday weekend as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary.

If you need assistance:

• FAR 117 Questions? Call 800-USA-ALPA
• Scheduling questions (no 117 violations)? Please submit a Pilot Scheduling Report or STS ticket
• Need to reach a Delta MEC committee? Send a DART.

What exactly does ALPA National's Executive Council do and why should Delta pilots care? Host First Officer Ryan Argenta sits down with Delta pilot and ALPA Executive Vice President Captain Reed Donoghue for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the least visible but most impactful areas of the Association. Reed explains how the Executive Council serves as ALPA's fiduciary, oversees spending, approves major initiatives, and shapes policy that affects pilots across the industry. The conversation dives into ALPA's strong financial position, the proposed dues reduction from 1.85% to 1.55%, recent dues returns, and efforts to push more resources directly back to MECs, LECs, and pilot services.

Reed also discusses how pilot-driven policy changes make their way through the organization, why engagement matters, and how line pilots can help shape the future of the Association. Whether you've ever wondered where your dues go, how ALPA's budget is managed, or why pilot participation matters, this episode provides an informative look at the work happening behind the scenes on behalf of Delta pilot.

Have you had an issue with Flight Operations customer service? ALPA is seeking feedback on specific episodes that pilots would consider a “difficult customer service experience,” including response time or ability to reach anyone from any of the following departments:  

• Pilot Assist
• Pilot Leaves
• Training Planning
• Crew Resources
• Duty Pilot 
• Chief Pilot’s Office
• Crew Scheduling / Crew Tracking
• Crew Assist
• AskHR

Share your experience via our Pilot-Flight Operations Survey. Please be as detailed as possible, including dates, times, nature of the issue as well as the names of any individuals you may have had interaction. The information collected from this survey is for internal ALPA purposes only and will not be shared.

Note: This survey is for information purposes only. Pilots requiring ALPA assistance should still submit claims to the appropriate committee via DART or Scheduling Ticket System (STS). If your experience was strictly a Contract or Scheduling issue, please use DART or STS.  If you had an “customer service” interaction issue, a delay in response, or had an interaction in which incorrect or untimely information was provided, please fill out the survey.

We appreciate your participation! 

ALPA’s Executive Council has authorized a dues return offer for the third consecutive year. This year’s offer totals $53 million, and all pilots who were dues obligated in 2025 are eligible.

Eligible pilots will receive an email from DuesReturn@alpa.org with instructions on receiving your dues return offer. You will need to provide direct deposit information for an electronic funds transfer or confirm your mailing address for a paper check.

DuesReturn@alpa.org is an official ALPA email address. It is extremely important for all pilots to take the steps outlined in the email to ensure you can receive and accept your offer.

You can also visit the dues return page on the ALPA website by clicking the button below.

Dues Return Offer Details

Don’t miss the biggest aviation event in North America! Join fellow Delta pilots at the 2026 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh and be among the more than 700,000 aviation enthusiasts from more than 95 countries who participate each year. Connect with fellow Delta pilots at the ALPA booth, attend daily presentations, and participate in a variety of fun aviation activities including flying a simulator and getting up close to some amazing aircraft.

If you are interested in volunteering or making a reservation to join ALPA for dinner, signups will open in the coming weeks.

Come to Oshkosh!

ALPA Central Air Safety Committee Air Traffic Services Chair Roger White (pictured left) and Flight Operations Airspace Technical pilot Eric Morse (pictured right) visited Atlanta Approach Control last week. The goal with these regular meetings is to continue to develop a strong relationship with the controllers that keep the world’s busiest airport running. Thanks to this relationship, ALPA and Delta can work directly with the controllers and advocate for Delta pilots on safety issues, efficiency improvements, and collaborate on the general operation of Atlanta Airspace.

During the meeting, they presented the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA), represented by Nick Marangos (pictured center), with two Delta aircraft models. The models are an demonstration of gratitude for their dedication to the operation and continued collaboration.

Threat Tool Kit – Diversions

Summer flying and convective weather bring an increased risk of diversions. This month's TTK covers pre-diversion planning and post diversion policy to assist crews when they find themselves involved in a diversion.

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