Representing Qantas Group pilots since 1981

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Cadet Membership Protecting Pilots Early

Cadet Membership

Why over 2,500 pilots choose AIPA

24/7 Scheduling Support

Provides continuous access to specialised scheduling and rostering advice, including global support for operational disruptions, accidents, and incidents.

24/7 Welfare

Supports pilots’ mental and physical health, focusing on areas such as stress management and access to counselling.

24/7 Incident Support

Receive expert advocacy on workplace issues, aviation policies, and industry standards that protect pilots and their careers.

Legal & IR Representation

Always ready with expert legal advice, dispute advocacy, workplace representation, and aviation-centred defence when it matters most.

Membership Benefits

Remain connected to a trusted professional network, with exclusive access to member‑only services, programs, and industry partnership benefits.

Loss of Licence

Loss of Licence (LoL) insurance is essential for every pilot and is available to all eligible AIPA members.

During a difficult period, AIPA's Welfare team offered genuine help, solid advice and zero judgement when I need it."

First Officer
Jetstar

Welfare Support

AIPA resolved a last‑minute roster problem, ensuring fairness. Their expert support is invaluable and truly eases the pressure."

First Officer
Qantas Long Haul

24/7 Rostering Advice

After a safety incident, AIPA guided me through every step, protected my rights, and significantly eased my stress."

Captain
Qantas Short Haul

Safety & Technical

AIPA Legal managed my issue completely, explained everything clearly, arranged representation, and ensured my rights were fully protected."

Second Officer
Qantas Long Haul

Legal & IR

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We provide industrial & legal representation, 24/7 welfare and safety support, scheduling advice, and advocate on aviation safety and regulatory policy with government and industry.

To join AIPA, you must be employed by one of the Qantas Group airlines: Qantas Airways Limited, Jetstar Airways Pty Limited, Eastern Australia Airlines Pty Limited, National Jet Systems Pty Ltd, Express Freighters Australia Pty Limited, Network Aviation Australia Pty Ltd and Sunstate Airlines (QLD) Pty Limited.

The current full membership fee is 0.88% of your annual gross salary (excluding overnight and meal allowances).

Yes. Cadets in eligible Qantas Group programs receive free membership until employed; pilots on LWOP can take Associate Membership for $20/month.