David Schaper

David Schaper, an NPR reporter focusing on aviation, discusses the chaos engulfing summer travel due to staffing shortages. He reveals how major airlines like United are opening flight schools to counteract the pilot deficit and meet soaring travel demand. Schaper highlights the frustrated pilots advocating for better contracts as airlines navigate this complex landscape. Listeners will gain insights into the innovative strategies the aviation industry is employing to recruit and train new pilots amid rising challenges.