Member Benefits

AIPA has a team of full time, dedicated professionals whose sole aim is to facilitate the advancement of our members’ interests. As an AIPA member, you will receive a broad range of benefits, including:

Industrial Assistance*  
AIPA has the ability to represent members to resolve disputes relating to Enterprise Bargaining Agreements for all Qantas Group airlines. AIPA can also assist members with understanding their agreement and how it will impact on your circumstances. Salary is not the only aspect of the professional employment package of a pilot and we continue to strive to improve the working life of our members.

Legal*
AIPA has a dedicated legal team, whose skills are applied to many aviation regulatory, contractual and legal issues involving the representation of flight crew in various forums.

* In very limited circumstances, and at AIPA's sole discretion, Associate Members may be provided with industrial and/or legal assistance within Australia or overseas while on leave. The level of assistance will be determined on a case-by-case basis in consultation with AIPA's President and the Industrial Relations team.

Scheduling and Contract Advice
In addition to the professional and legal staff based in our offices, AIPA retains scheduling and contract representatives that are available to members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Welfare
The life of an airline pilot is something many people admire. However, as you probably know, there are many challenges that come with it.

AIPA understands that not everybody goes through their career problem free, and for that reason we have a dedicated welfare team, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We have a close relationship with many professionals who are able to assist our members with their difficulties. We provide real solutions to get you back on track and in a healthy state of mind.

Whether it be a medical problem that is threatening your career, a family issue, a training issue, or anything else that causes concern to you and your family, AIPA is here to help. Our service is completely confidential and available when you need it.

Insurance
Loss of Licence Insurance
AIPA has negotiated a tailored Loss of Licence policy which is available to AIPA members. For further information, contact AIPA's Membership Coordinator.

Please note; membership of AIPA does not automatically give you LOL insurance.

Income Protection Insurance
AIPA has met with a number of Income Protection advisors, seeking assistance for members.

For details on the appropriate contacts, please contact AIPA via telephone, 02 8307 7777, or via email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

AIPA strongly encourages you to contact your own financial advisor/insurance broker before making any decisions. The provision of this information does not constitute an endorsement.

Safety and Technical
AIPA, through its Safety and Technical Subcommittee, is committed to protecting and advancing aviation safety standards and operations.  The Subcommittee works to position AIPA as a key component of the aviation quality control process, through the development of relationships with Government, regulatory bodies and industry, ensuring the views of Australia’s professional airline pilots are considered in important safety and technical matters. The activities of the Safety and Technical Subcommittee are organised into a number of Portfolios.  Your Safety and Technical Representatives are committed to:

• Accident Analysis and Prevention
• Aircraft Design and Operations
• Aerodrome Ground Environment
• Air Traffic Services
• Human Performance
• Government and Regulatory Affairs
• Security

IFALPA (International Federation of Air Line Pilots’ Associations)
AIPA is represented at IFALPA through AusALPA.  Below are some benefits offered by IFALPA  to Member Associations;

• 24 hour access to representation on AIPA’s behalf, in the event of an accident or serious incident while operating on duty outside Australia. Please note that IFALPA's ability to assist members may be restricted in some countries, so please call to check if your destination/location has these restrictions.
• access to publications provided by IFALPA;
• a platform for networking amongst pilots worldwide, targeted at unity, policy making and the exchange of information, knowledge and experiences; and
• specialist training and seminars, including E-learning modules.

AusALPA (Australian Airline Pilots’ Association)
AusALPA is the IFALPA Member Association for Australia comprising of AIPA and the Australian Federation of Air Pilots (AFAP).

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the two Associations on 8 April 2009 to further cooperation on issues in specified areas, including Safety and Technical, which includes Regulatory and Government Affairs, and Welfare.

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
AIPA is committed to driving OHS consultation with the company and ensuring flight crew are educated on the correct protocols of risk assessment, hazard identification, minimisation/elimination and reporting.

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