McLean, Va.—The pilots of Mesa Airlines, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), acknowledged this week’s announcement regarding a proposed merger between Mesa Airlines and Republic Airways. While details of the agreement are still emerging, Mesa pilots are cautiously optimistic about the potential for increased stability and new opportunities for career growth in the evolving regional airline landscape.
“This merger holds immense promise for our dedicated pilot group of over 600 aviators,” stated Captain Scott Norton, chair of the Mesa Airlines Master Executive Council (MEC). “We are confident that the combined strength of Mesa and Republic will unlock substantial benefits, increase operational efficiencies, and ultimately create more robust career pathways for our pilots.”
The Mesa Airlines MEC is proactively focused on ensuring a seamless and equitable integration process for its pilots. “We are committed to engaging constructively with Republic Airways management and our fellow pilots represented by the Teamsters,” emphasized Captain Norton. “Building upon our established partnership within the United Express network, our goal is to forge a unified pilot group that champions safety, prioritizes job security, and creates clear avenues for professional advancement. We believe that a collaborative approach will be essential to the success of this merger and the well-being of all pilots involved.”
The Mesa Airlines MEC underscores its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism throughout the integration. Representing 604 skilled pilots who operate over 250 daily flights, the MEC assures the traveling public of their continued dedication to providing safe and reliable transportation across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Cuba, and the Bahamas.
“We are eager to begin collaborative discussions with management and the Republic Airways pilots to strategically integrate our operations and leverage the strengths of both pilot groups,” concluded Captain Norton. “Together, we are confident that we can create a unified airline that benefits our pilots, our companies, and the passengers we proudly serve.”
Founded in 1931, ALPA is the largest airline pilot union in the world and represents more than 79,000 pilots at 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines.
