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← Autopilot On Podcast12 Dec 2025 · 46 min

Ep 22: What Would Happen If Pilot Seniority Vanished Overnight?

Ep 22: What Would Happen If Pilot Seniority Vanished Overnight?12 Dec 202546 min

<p>In this episode of the Autopilot On Podcast, hosts John and Scott discuss their Thanksgiving experiences, including travel challenges and holiday traditions. They delve into recent aviation news, particularly an Emergency Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued for Airbus due to solar flare impacts on aircraft systems. The conversation shifts to the implications of seniority in pilot employment and how changes in regulations could affect the industry. They conclude with thoughts on the future of airline contracts and pilot employment dynamics, emphasizing the importance of unions and job security.</p><p><br /></p><p>Disclaimer: Any opinions and advice given are our own. We do not represent any company, airline, or organization. We are not licensed career or financial advisors. </p><p><br /></p><p>Contact us:</p><p>www.autopiloton.com</p><p>autopilotonpodcast@gmail.com</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow on Instagram: @autopilotonpodcast</p><p>Follow on X: https://x.com/Autopilotonpod</p><p>Follow on TikTok: @autopilotonpodcast</p><p><br /></p><p>Wizz Air Link:https://stories.eurocockpit.be/wizz-air-legal-turbulence/index.html</p><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Thanksgiving Travels</p><p>07:26 Airbus Emergency Directive: A Quick Response</p><p>21:02 The Impact of Seniority on Employment</p><p>26:24 Reimagining Pilot Contracts and Compensation</p><p>32:12 The Role of Unions in Aviation</p><p>44:43 Wrap-up</p>