Who We Are

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• Present and Future

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  A modern union, prepared to face the sector's challenges and contribute to the sustainable development of the profession.

• 2017

  Founding

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  Creation of SIPLA to ensure dedicated and focused representation for Portugália pilots.

• Representative Majority

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  SIPLA became the representative body for the majority of Portugália pilots, establishing a distinct and independent voice.

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• Who We Are

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  We are pilots. Professionals who know aviation from the cockpit, where rigor, responsibility, and excellence are not mere concepts, but daily practice. It was with this spirit that SIPLA was born: an independent union created to represent Portugália pilots with clarity, balance, and a forward-looking vision.

• Why We Exist

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  Today, we are a group of around 200 members united by a simple conviction: the profession requires a voice of its own—one that is strong and responsible. We exist to ensure that voice is heard. We advocate for dignified working conditions, fair career progression, and recognition of the demanding nature and responsibilities inherent in the profession.

• Our Story

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  Our history is directly linked to the evolution of Portugália Airlines within the TAP Group. It was against this backdrop that SIPLA was established in 2017 to meet the need for dedicated representation for Portugália pilots, ensuring close engagement, firsthand operational knowledge, and consistent advocacy for their interests. We believe that valuing pilots and strengthening Portugália are fundamental to building a solid and sustainable future.

• Our Commitment

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  We champion the dignity of the career, operational safety, and labor relations grounded in transparency and good faith. We engage in collective bargaining, institutional representation, and specialized legal support, always aiming to enhance the value of the Portugália pilot career and shape the future of the profession. We believe that effective representation goes beyond merely defending pilots' rights; it also involves contributing to Portugália’s sustainable development by valuing its professionals and reinforcing their contribution to the future of the TAP Group.

Our Pillars

• Responsibility

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  We advocate for balanced, sustainable, and long-term-oriented solutions.

• Transparency

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  We communicate clearly with our members and are accountable to them regarding our activities and decisions.

• Independence

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  We operate independently, focusing exclusively on the interests of the pilots we represent.

• Competence

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  We make decisions based on knowledge of the operation, the profession, and the reality of the sector.

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