Course Details

PILOT PEER SUPPORT (PPS) TRAINING
> Initial Feb 23-25, 2026
> Recurrent Feb 26-27, 2026

HOTEL & COURSE LOCATION
DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Airport Hotel
5555 Hazeltine National Drive
Orlando, FL 32812
T: +1-800-222-8733

PPS Initial Training

February 23-25, 2026

This course is recommended for airline pilots with at least one year of line flying experience and is particularly well suited to those who possess strong critical thinking abilities and interpersonal communication skills—especially listening skills-and have developed qualities of empathy, respect, and open-mindedness. Pilot Assistance leadership is strongly encouraged to attend this training.

PPS Recurrent Training

February 26-27, 2026

Recurrent PPS training is a required course for continued participation in the National ALPA PPS program. Peers are expected to attend either a recurrent or initial training event every 24 months or sooner if possible. This course is for current PPS volunteers to remain active in the PPS program. 

 PREREQUISITE

  • Approval of the MEC Chair, Vice-Chair, or Secretary-Treasurer.
  • Attendance at a PPS Initial Training Course and a minimum of 6 months as a PPS volunteer. 

General Course Administration Information

"Schedule with Safety" has been the motto of the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) since our Association's inception in 1931. The pilot volunteer is at the heart of our ability to influence government, management, and industry stakeholders, guiding them toward the safest air transport system possible. Training our volunteers is the best investment we can make to ensure that our profession is represented in all aspects of the air transport industry. The ASO training courses available to our pilot volunteers ensure our profession is well-represented across all aspects of the air transport industry. 

Well-trained volunteers provide our most effective influence in reducing the hazards within the air transport industry. Over the years, these pilots have advocated for the airline piloting profession. Our volunteers will continue to be confident and effective when they are equipped with solid knowledge and clear leadership that comes from our ALPA ASO training courses.

The ASO training courses are designed and administered specifically to enhance the effectiveness of pilot safety, security, jumpseat, and pilot assistance representatives within the Air Line Pilots Association, International.

There is a process for IFALPA and non-ALPA attendees to participate in ALPA’s ASO training courses pending authorization and support from the applicable MEC. See the Non-ALPA Attendee box below.  Suggested individuals for participation include representatives from management, government, industry, other employee groups or other individuals directly related to aviation safety or flight operations.

Expenses, including flight pay loss, for those members being trained must be authorized from the respective MEC Committee budget. Typical expenses you should consider for your budget include:

  • Approximately $189.00 + tax per night for hotel expenses. (Include the night before the course and one night for each day of the course.)
  • Other associated costs for consideration would include daily meals and transportation needs.
  • If required, Flight Pay Loss (FPL) for each day of the course, including at least one, and possibly two travel days.

IFALPA and non-ALPA attendees need to seek authorization to participate in specific ALPA training courses and meetings for specific individuals by using the following procedure:

  • Please email Petra Duran-Smith at petra.duran-smith@alpa.org to start the course approval process. 
  • You will receive an email with a QR code to make payment as soon as your attendance is approved.
  • Once the payment has been finalized, you will receive an email confirming the transaction.

  • The registration fees for non-ALPA attendees cover the costs of the training materials, instructor costs, and provided meals:

    PPS Initial Training = $750
    PPS Recurrent Training = $500