The PGA Committee assists the Federation and its Member Associations in representing airline pilots in industrial matters. They develop and facilitate training in negotiation tactics, monitor industrial progress globally, develop policy related to the profession of the air line pilot, and coordinate Mutual Assistance to Member Associations as requested.
Capt. van Langen flies the Boeing 777 and 787 for KLM. He has been involved in the PGA and ADO Committees at IFALPA since 2011 and the Flight Technical Committee and International Affairs Committee at his home MA of VNV. At ECA, Dara has served as Chair of the Training, Licensing, & Operations Working Group and as a member of the Industrial Working Group, and has been doing pilot peer support since 2015.
Capt. Brébant flies the Airbus A330 and A321LR, based in Toronto. A former military pilot with more than 20 years of flying experience, he has held several leadership roles in his home association, ALPA Canada, including as a Master Executive Council officer. He brings extensive experience in collective bargaining, negotiations, and strategic planning.