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A series of podcasts for WestJet pilots brought to you by the WestJet Master Executive Council. Keep up to date and stay informed about your association and listen to what is happening with the union.

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May 21, 2026Episode 5311 min

Episode 53 - SPSC Summit

In this edition of the MEC Video Podcast, MEC Vice Chair First Officer Barret Armann sits down with SPSC Chair Captain Russ Martin to discuss recent strategic planning meetings and the state of CA3 preparations.More from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/Subscribe to WestJet Pilots:http://youtube.com/channel/UCNLQg4lJziBYwAL07mL-NNQ?sub_confirmation=1#WestJetPilots #ALPAPilots #podcastMore from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

May 8, 2026Episode 5212 min

Episode 52 - Executive Board Update

In the latest MEC Podcast, MEC Chair Jacob Astin, MEC Vice Chair Barret Armann, and MEC Secretary Treasurer Vignesh Sridhar give a update from Executive Board Meetings at ALPA HQ in Valo. During this update, the MEC officers talk about the following topics:• Spirit Airlines Closure• Negotiating Committee Update• MEC Resolutions & Feedback• Occupational Health & Safety Committee• Communications and Email Updates• What is DART• ALPA Building Tour with Barret ArmannMore from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/Subscribe to WestJet Pilots:http://youtube.com/channel/UCNLQg4lJziBYwAL07mL-NNQ?sub_confirmation=1#WestJetPilots #ALPAPilots #podcastMore from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

April 21, 2026Episode 5133 min

Episode 51 - ALPA Canada Interview

MEC Chair Jacob Astin and Vice Chair Barret Armann introduce a DART YouTube Q&A episode, highlight recent ALPA Canada board meetings in Winnipeg, and point pilots to an MEC Telegram-exclusive SkyTeam Pilots Association video from Amsterdam. This episode features an interview with ALPA Canada President Tim Perry, who outlines his WestJet/ALPA background, ALPA Canada’s role within ALPA, support for bargaining through political and regulatory advocacy, efforts that helped shelve a proposed global fatigue-regulation exemption, and the expansion of aeromedical and pilot assistance/mental health peer-support services alongside ALPA Canada’s growth and emphasis on member engagement.More from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/Subscribe to WestJet Pilots:http://youtube.com/channel/UCNLQg4lJziBYwAL07mL-NNQ?sub_confirmation=1#WestJetPilots #ALPAPilots #podcastMore from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

March 26, 2026Episode 5030 min

Episode 50 - ALPA National and Why Scope Is Section One

Why Scope Is ‘Section One’: ALPA Lawyer Explains Protecting WestJet Pilot Jobs in Next NegotiationsWJA MEC Chair Captain Jacob Astin and Vice-Chair First Officer Barret Armann report on three days of meetings at ALPA headquarters in Virginia with ALPA legal, communications, and subject-matter experts to align support for upcoming negotiations. The episode features an interview with ALPA senior attorney Evin Isaacson, who explains all about scope.Overview:00:00 Intro00:21 Three Days of Support01:09 Negotiations Survey02:01 Scope Intro03:26 Scope Basics Explained04:08 Outsourcing and Alter Egos07:26 Codeshares and Cabotage10:37 Minimum Crew and Wet Leasing14:41 Fixing Gaps and Enforcement18:49 Widebody Growth and Partners27:24 Career Impact and Takeaways29:43 Final Message on ScopeMore from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/Subscribe to WestJet Pilots:http://youtube.com/channel/UCNLQg4lJziBYwAL07mL-NNQ?sub_confirmation=1#WestJetPilots #ALPAPilots #podcastMore from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

March 20, 2026Episode 4910 min

Episode 49 - Management Meeting, Wellness Checks, & OH&S

In this episode, MEC Chair Captain Jacob Astin speaks with MEC Vice Chair First Officer Barret Armann. Topics discussed include a recent meeting with WestJet management, introducing a communication about the use and investigation of sick time, OH&S news, and a pay equity committee update.More from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/Subscribe to WestJet Pilots:http://youtube.com/channel/UCNLQg4lJziBYwAL07mL-NNQ?sub_confirmation=1#WestJetPilots #ALPAPilots #podcastMore from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

March 11, 2026Episode 4823 min

Episode 48 - Episode 48 - Survey Results, Q&A, LEC 230

The WestJet MEC share the Family Awareness Newsletter and highlights results from the first flight deck survey. The episode closes with an interview of newly elected Calgary LEC 230 reps Doug McFadyen and Mason Bowden.Overview:00:00 Intro00:23 Family Awareness Events01:02 Flight Deck Survey Results08:38 Member Q&A17:15 Meet the New LEC 230 Reps23:42 Closing RemarksMore from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/Subscribe to WestJet Pilots:http://youtube.com/channel/UCNLQg4lJziBYwAL07mL-NNQ?sub_confirmation=1#WestJetPilots #ALPAPilots #podcastMore from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

March 9, 2026Episode 479 min

Episode 47 - Contract Comparison

Introducing First Officer JD Sutherland, Interim Chair of the Negotiations Committee. The episode introduces a 125-page contract comparison document summarizing 10 collective agreements (WestJet plus nine North American peers) as an educational tool as WestJet Pilots ramp up for contract negotiations.00:00 Introductions00:28 MEC Changes02:46 Current Work and Priorities03:20 Contract Comparison Guide04:31 How to Read It05:03 Stay Engaged Next Steps05:46 Joining the Committee08:24 Wrap UpMore from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/Subscribe to WestJet Pilots:http://youtube.com/channel/UCNLQg4lJziBYwAL07mL-NNQ?sub_confirmation=1#WestJetPilots #ALPAPilots #podcastMore from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

February 17, 2026Episode 4637 min

Episode 46 - MEC Update & Scheduling Matters

This MEC update covers, upcoming meeting with company leadership, Health & Safety committee restart, Cuba service changes and crew expense guidance, CAAT pension and Narita hotel updates, and ongoing arbitrations. Following the MEC update, this episode features an interview with Scheduling Chair John Jaenicke on “Scheduling Matters” and priorities for CA3.More from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/More from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

February 3, 2026Episode 4521 min

Episode 45 - MEC & Grievance Update

In this update from the WestJet MEC, we have a brief update on Association business such as recent changes to aircraft configurations and updates on hotel issues, OHS Committee Updates, Negots Committee Updates and more.This update also spotlights the Grievance Committee in a one-on-one interview with Captain Jeff Roberts, Grievance Chair.Get Involved:Volunteer Portal: https://wja.alpa.org/members-home/volunteer-formDART Q&A Channel: https://dart.alpa.org (YouTube Q&A section)Submit your questions for future episodes!More from WestJet Pilots:Instagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/More from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/

January 21, 2026Episode 445 min

Episode 44 - Meet The New Leadership

In this episode, meet your newly elected leadership team as they introduce themselves and share their vision for the future. Captain Jacob Astin (Chair), First Officer Barret Armann (Vice Chair), and First Officer Vignesh Sridhar (Secretary Treasurer) discuss the first week in office, committee updates, volunteer opportunities, and upcoming initiatives including a pilot survey and new Q&A channel.Featured in this episode:Introductions from the new MEC leadership teamUpdates on committee engagement and professionalismVolunteer opportunities and how to get involvedNew DART Q&A channel for member questionsUpcoming pilot survey to gather feedback from the membershipLooking ahead to bargaining preparationsMore from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/More from WestJet PilotsInstagram: https://instagram.com/alpawestjetFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WestJetPilotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/westjetalpaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westjet-pilots/