The ALPA is an organization that represents airline pilots and works to advance their profession. As representatives, the ALPA establishes a code of ethics for pilots to follow that prioritizes safety, proper conduct, and maintaining high professional standards. Airline pilots have many responsibilities for ensuring safety, which include conducting pre-flight checks, communicating with air traffic control, monitoring conditions during flight, and handling any emergencies. The ALPA helps enforce the code of ethics through testing and oversight measures to confirm pilots uphold safe operations and represent their profession honorably.