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BALPA and IALPA Sign Joint Safety Declaration
A historic agreement strengthening the cooperation between British and Irish pilot unions aims to close regulatory gaps in cross-border operations and training standards.
Written by First Officer Rick Brown
The British Airline Pilots' Association and Irish Air Line Pilots' Association have signed a joint declaration reinforcing their shared commitment to aviation safety.
The declaration promotes deeper cooperation on cross-border operations, training practices, and the exchange of safety intelligence.
OCCC welcomes the agreement as a practical example of how pilot associations can strengthen standards by acting together.