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    End the Cargo Carve-Out

    Cargo pilots fly in the same airspace, operate the same complex aircraft, and serve the same national transportation system. It is time for one level of safety for all airline operations.

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CAPA Letter to Congress – Support for Extending Part 117

The following letter was sent to the leaders of Congress by CAPA President Harvey Meeks.

UPS pilots back bill in Congress that would improve pilot safety

The bill in Congress targets cargo pilot fatigue by proposing changes to how many hours cargo pilots can fly.

UPS pilots union supports ‘Fatigued Pilot Protection Act’

In an interview with Spectrum News Thursday, Travis said there is a two-tiered level of safety, based on whether pilots fly passengers or packages. Lawmakers have introduced a bill to ensure commercial pilots follow the same rules for flight time and rest.

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The Independent Pilots Association represents, supports, and advocates for the pilots of UPS Airlines. United by a shared commitment to safety, professionalism, and mutual support, we work together to protect our members, strengthen our profession, and help shape the future of cargo aviation.

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