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Southwest Airways Pilots Depend on SWAPA for Unwavering Assist in Security and Profession Development
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Southwest Airways Pilots Affiliation (SWAPA) President Captain Casey Murray addressed the press at this time in the course of the announcement of the bipartisan Aviation Security Caucus. The occasion targeted on the introduction of the Safer Skies Act, a proposed laws designed to shut safety loopholes for sure constitution operators within the post-9/11 airport safety framework.
“On this day 23 years ago, our industry, and our nation, were forever changed,” mentioned Captain Murray. “Today, I am honored to join Congressman Nick Langworthy, Congressman Jack Bergman, fellow union leaders, and other aviation representatives to reinforce our commitment to continued bipartisan collaboration on legislation and solutions to keep the flying public safe. I can’t think of a better way to honor those who lost their lives 23 years ago than participating in important events such as this to ensure that tragedies like 9/11 never happen again.”
Primarily based in Dallas, Texas, the Southwest Airways Pilots Affiliation (SWAPA) is a non-profit group representing over 11,000 Southwest Airways pilots. SWAPA is dedicated to making sure a safe and fulfilling profession for its members and their households by negotiating contracts, defending contractual rights, and selling professionalism and security throughout the airline trade.
