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UPS CAUGHT FLAT-FOOTED BY E-COMMERCE; PILOTS TO SURVEY SHIPPERS TO DETERMINE IMPACT

LOUISVILLE, KY (April 11, 2018) - UPS pilots, represented by the Independent Pilots Association (IPA), are concerned that UPS's management has been caught flat-footed by surging e-commerce volume and is now failing to take steps necessary to…

UPS PILOTS RATIFY NEW CONTRACT

LOUISVILLE, KY August 31, 2016 – UPS pilots, represented by the Independent Pilots Association, today ratified a new five-year labor agreement. The contract ratified with more than 91 percent of the vote, with more than 98 percent of the…

UPS, PILOTS REACH TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ON NEW LABOR CONTRACT

Following Ratification Process, Would Go into Effect Sep 1, 2016

660+

Worldwide Destinations

3400+

Pilots who fly for UPS

Nearly 2000

Daily Flights

STRENGTH IN UNITY

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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