The public address is a key part of the professional communication from the flight deck to the cabin. It’s a chance for pilots to speak directly to the passengers and can be a tool that helps keep flights safe. We take a look at what makes a good public announcement.

Captain Dave Fielding looks at how the increasing use of social media is putting more and more pressure on pilots.

In the last few weeks you may have noticed that we have had a face change, digitally speaking. On the 5th of September we launched a new website with a different strategic vision.

For any BALPA member who has not yet downloaded the award-winning 2Way app to their Apple or Android device, now is the time. 

Our most recent member polling revealed that the vast majority (85%) of BALPA members feel that they are ‘well informed’ about what BALPA is doing. That figure was broadly in line with results from previous years but we want to see that figure even higher.