AIPA ‘Stick With It’
Presented by the Australian and International Pilots Association (AIPA), Stick With It is a podcast for pilots who want to learn, reflect, and grow in their profession.
Each episode features conversations with experienced guests from current to former pilots and aviation experts, sharing stories, practical skills, and timeless advice for navigating a career in aviation.
Fly safe and stick with it.
AIPA ‘Stick With It’
Captain Andrew Marshall
We’re kicking the new season off with my good mate, AIPA President Captain Andrew Marshall. We talk through his career so far, unpack where things stand with Reduced Crew Operations (RCO), dive into the latest on enterprise bargaining, and look ahead to what the future may hold for our profession.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction and welcome to season two
00:29 – Guest introduction: Captain Andrew Marshall
02:38 – Andrew's early career and Qantas start
06:30 – Self-funded cadetship and pilot training
08:09 – Role and challenges as AIPA President
10:15 – Academic journey and Executive MBA
13:13 – Short haul EA implementation update
15:47 – Industrial relations and pay rise issues
17:50 – Negotiations and collaboration between groups
27:14 – Reduced crew operations concerns
31:35 – Importance of union representation
34:00 – Reasons for staying involved in AIPA
36:10 – Reflections on career and advice to younger self
37:59 – Enjoyment of flying and presidential role
40:05 – Closing remarks and farewell
Fly safe and stick with it.