The ALPA Air Safety Organization (ASO) spearheads the Association's efforts as the world's largest nongovernmental aviation safety organization. We advance safety and security, shape industry standards, and strengthen the future of air travel.
Since ALPA's founding in 1931, our mission has centered on improving air safety. Today, the ASO continues that critical work in the areas of safety, security, pilot assistance, and jumpseat. With more than 450 pilot volunteers backed by a team of professional staff, the ASO works every day to make air travel the safest mode of transportation.
Through the combined expertise and experience of our pilot volunteers and ALPA staff, we strengthen aviation and support the people who make it possible in the following ways:
The ASO’s work is organized into four core pillars:
Watch to learn how the ASO has shaped aviation safety and continues to advocate for pilots, passengers, and shippers worldwide.
We advance accident prevention, aircraft design, training standards, and other initiatives that make aviation safer for everyone.
We work with industry stakeholders and governments to strengthen flight deck security and protect aviation operations worldwide.
We support pilots’ health, wellness, and professional performance to ensure they can safely meet the demands of the job.
We defend pilots’ access to the flight deck jumpseat and uphold safety standards for jumpseat travel across the industry.
Every year, the Air Safety Forum brings together pilots, government leaders, and aviation industry experts to address the most pressing safety and security issues.
Be part of the conversations that drive aviation forward. Learn, connect, and help shape the future of airline safety. Email us at AirSafetyForum@alpa.org for an invitation.
Each year, ALPA’s Air Safety Awards honor the extraordinary skill, service, and dedication of airline pilots. These awards recognize acts of superior airmanship, exceptional volunteer service, and the unity that makes our industry safer.
