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- 2 weeks ago39 min
Mental Health Awareness - Updates from the FAA and Advice from an Aviation Therapist
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This year we were joined by Pilot Peer Support Committee Chair, Captain Amanda Fallon, as well as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Cynthia Sterling-Pinion. As pilots, aviation safety experts, and ALPA continue to work daily towards safer skies and healthier pilots, the guidelines surrounding pilot mental health are constantly evolving. As such, the FAA released new guidance on May 27, 2026 (between this podcast being recorded and the time it is uploaded for listening). That new guidance is linked below and supersedes any conflicting guidance previously released. May 2026 Updates to Therapy Guidelines May 2026 Updated Guidelines for Therapists May 2026 Information for Therapists Treating Pilots ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND INFORMATION PILOT PEER SUPPORT HOTLINE: (309) 777-2572 To contact a Piedmont PPS Representative, please email PDTPilotPeerSupport@alpa.org OR utilize the ALPA App by selecting the following menu items. My Pilot Group -> MEC Committees -> Pilot Peer Support Cynthia Sterling Pinion LMFT, NCC, CPLC (Aviation Therapist certified in FL and Certified Professional Life Coach in all 50 states) Website: https://www.cynthiapinion.com/ Email: info@cynthiapinion.com Phone: 386-320-3181 ALPA Aviation Medicine Advisory Service (AMAS) ALPA Mental Health Continuum FAA Aviation Rulemaking Committee Recommendations AME Guide Item 19 (When Therapy Does or Does Not Need to be Disclosed) FAA Guidance for Fast Track Approval of a Specified Condition *This is a starting point, please contact AMAS (paid for by your ALPA dues) for any specific conditions diagnosed to comply with FAA requirements and minimize down time. FAA Guidance Regarding Anxiety and Depression Pilot Mental Health Campaign (not ALPA reviewed) resource to help explain aviation medicals to a mental health provider that is not familiar Your Piedmont Union Representatives stand in full support of all pilots who choose to seek treatment and improvement of their mental health, and are happy to help with any additional questions or information. Happy pilots are safe pilots!
- Apr 30, 202648 min
Non-Rev Travel
In this episode, we discuss some basic guidelines and helpful tips for non-rev travel, both for employees and those with access to employee benefits. The non-rev travel hotline number is: 1-888-933-5922 Additionally in this episode: Phillies PUB Event RSVP Form Mid-Term Negotiations Update
- Feb 19, 202613 min
Piedmont MEC - 2025 Year In Review & 2026 Look Ahead
Welcome back to Piedmonsters! In this episode, we're joined by MEC Chair Kimberley Gott and Vice Chair Ryan Higgins, to discuss what the MEC accomplished in 2025 and look ahead to what the group will be working on in 2026. For LEC 35 Voting - alpa.org/votenet Like and subscribe to Piedmonsters wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. And follow us on Instagram @PiedmontPilots. You can also email us at PDTpodcast@alpa.org with any comments or suggestions.
- Nov 26, 202516 min
ALPA Committees and Volunteering
For the first time since our very first episode last summer, we are joined by Piedmont MEC Chair, Captain Kim Gott. She’s with us to highlight the roles of the various committees within our union operations and explain the best ways for our pilots to become involved with specific committees. Holiday Party Information RSVP Here Additional Details As we move into the holiday season, we are reminded that flights are full, and commutes are tough. Please remember to “do the walk” for jumpseaters. Please do everything you can to ensure that jumpseating and commuting coworkers receive the courtesy of your best efforts to accommodate them. For our commuting pilots, please take a moment to review the Piedmont Commuting Policy outlined in our CBA. If you have any questions, please reach out to your status rep… We hope everyone has a safe and happy Thanksgiving, whether that is at work or at home. Thank you, as always for listening. Like and subscribe to Piedmonsters, wherever you get your podcasts, including apple, spotify, and youtube. And follow us on instagram @PiedmontPilots. You can also email us at PDTPodcast@alpa.org with any comments or suggestions.
- Oct 31, 202514 min
Back to School with the Training Department - Part 2
This is Part 2 of a 2-part interview featuring Training Committee Chair, Captain David Weidenhamer. In Part 1, we discussed an overview of the Training Committee, Training Review Boards, and what to expect during CQ. Part 2 features information about what to expect during Captain Upgrade, as well as additional suggestions and information. This episode also features some updates from around the MEC, including information about our new Training Department LEC, LEC 28, and upcoming Holiday PUB events in Charlotte and Philadelphia.
- Sep 26, 202519 min
Back to School with the Training Department - Part 1
In this episode, we're joined by David Weidenhamer, Piedmont Captain and Chair of the Training Committee. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview. Part 1 includes general information about the training department and the training committee, as well as Training Review Boards and what to expect during CQ. This episode also features updates regarding our recent MEC meeting, PUB event in Philadelphia, and announcement of our new LEC 029 secretary / treasurer.
- May 16, 202533 min
Pilot Mental Health with Sharon Curlee and Julie Schell
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so we are joined in this episode by Captain Sharon Curlee, chair of our Pilot Peer Support Committee and the Critical Incident Response Program, as well as Julie Schell, Piedmont Vice President of Safety and Regulatory Compliance. Sharon and Julie will be sharing information about pilot mental health initiatives, addressing concerns about confidentiality, and providing resources available to our pilots. ALPA Pilot Peer Support Pilot Peer Support Phone Number: (309) 777-2572 Piedmont Mental Health Support The Mental Health In Aviation Act Info & Call to Action PHL / MDT LEC 29 Captain Rep Info Like and subscribe to Piedmonsters, wherever you get your podcasts, including apple, spotify, and youtube. And follow us on instagram @PiedmontPilots. You can also email us at PDTPodcast@alpa.org with any comments or suggestions.
- Apr 18, 202517 min
Safety and the State of the Industry with Captain Wendy Morse
In this episode, we are joined by Captain Wendy Morse, ALPA First Vice President, and leader of the Aviation Safety Organization, or ASO. This interview took place in March, during the Women in Aviation International Conference in Denver. Thank you again to Wendy for taking the time to talk with us! LEC 29 Captain Representative: Captains based in PHL / MDT, who are active members in good standing, may submit their willingness to serve at alpa.org/votenet Phillies PUB Event on 4/29: If you are on reserve and would like to be added to the standby list, in case you are not assigned flying, please contact Davis.Bunting@alpa.org Like, Download and Subscribe to Piedmonsters wherever you get your podcasts! Follow us on instagram Contact us at PDTPodcast@alpa.org
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