Allied Pilots Association

The Allied Pilots Association, known as APA, is the union for pilots at American Airlines. It is based in Fort Worth, Texas, near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The site says APA serves as the certified collective bargaining agent for more than 16,000 pilots.

The site says APA was founded in 1963. It calls APA the largest independent pilots union in the world. The site says APA puts more than 20 percent of its dues income into aviation safety. It describes its representation services as broad.

The site lists member tools. These include a contract quick reference handbook, a contract compliance tool and trip information. They also include a hotel and commute section, a reserve tool and debrief reporting. The site also has a section for pilot domiciles in ten cities.

The site posts public statements. In a September 2026 release, APA praised two bills passed by the U.S. Senate. The bills are the John A. Hauser Mental Health in Aviation Act and the Aviation Medication Transparency Act. The release quotes APA President Capt. Nick Silva.

The site lists news coverage. It includes articles in The Dallas Morning News and Forbes. APA spokesperson Capt. Dennis Tajer is quoted in several items. The site says APA wants a seat at the table when the FAA reforms pilot mental health rules.

The site lists domiciles in Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix and Washington, DC. It has phone numbers and a member sign-in. It also has Facebook, Instagram and X accounts.