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TEAMSTERS VOW TO STAND WITH UPS PILOTS ON PICKET LINES IF THE INDEPENDENT PILOTS ASSOCIATION STRIKES UNITED PARCEL SERVICE

In an unqualified show of support, James Hoffa, General President and Ken Hall, General Secretary-Treasurer of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, pledged to the Independent Pilots Association that "if a strike is necessary, we will not cross your lines, but will stand with you on them."

IPA Pilots Call Strike Vote

Today, the leadership of the Independent Pilots Association called on its members to authorize a pilot strike against United Parcel Service.

IPA President Bob Travis Tells WAVE 3 News: UPS Safety Culture Still Broken

Independent Pilots say nothing changed since crash two years ago

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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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